The Story of My Life · Character
Merton S. Keith
Helen's mathematics tutor during her preparation for college.
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Also known as Mr. Keith, Mr. Merton S. Keith
First appearance: College
Merton S. Keith shows up with force in Chapter XVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Merton S. Keith first appears in 0023 xx.
In Chapter XVI: Referred to as Mr. Irons; teaches Helen Latin grammar and arithmetic.
Later, in XIX: Private tutor who teaches Helen algebra, geometry, Greek, and Latin, making mathematics interesting and preparing her for college.
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