The Secret of the Old Mill · Character
Carl Stummer
A relative of Mr. Stummer, involved in the counterfeit scheme.
minor
Also known as Stummer
First appearance: xix the rug buyer
Carl Stummer shows up with force in The Old Mill. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The farmer who warns the boys about the mill but secretly hopes they will investigate.
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- Closing
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