The Sign of the Four · Character
McMurdo
A boatman who provides information about the Aurora.
minor
First appearance: ix a break in the chain
McMurdo shows up with force in The Tragedy of Pondicherry Lodge. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The porter at Pondicherry Lodge, initially refuses entry but recognizes Holmes as a former boxing opponent and admits the party.
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