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Mrs. Patterson

A neighbor woman with whom Uncle Maury had an affair.

minor

Also known as Patterson

First appearance: april seventh 1928

Mrs. Patterson first appears in 0000 april seventh 1928.

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T.T.P.QCQuentin CompsonCCCaddy CompsonCCCaroline CompsonMBMaury BascombMPMrs. Patterson

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  • Minor Characters and Acquaintances
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