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Harper Mallathorpe

The late John Mallathorpe's nephew and a potential heir.

minor

Also known as Harper, John Mallathorpe, young Harper Mallathorpe, Mr. Harper Mallathorpe

First appearance: Terms

Harper Mallathorpe shows up with force in I: Death Brings Opportunity. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Deceased wealthy manufacturer, killed two years ago when his mill chimney collapsed; his will has just been discovered.

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Harper Mallathorpe first appears in 0007 viii terms.

In I: Death Brings Opportunity: Deceased wealthy manufacturer, killed two years ago when his mill chimney collapsed; his will has just been discovered.

Later, in I: Death Brings Opportunity: Son of Mrs. Richard Mallathorpe, who inherited the real estate of John Mallathorpe.

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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Aftermath
Closing

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I: Death Brings Opportunity
Deceased wealthy manufacturer, killed two years ago when his mill chimney collapsed; his will has just been discovered.
I: Death Brings Opportunity
Son of Mrs. Richard Mallathorpe, who inherited the real estate of John Mallathorpe.
II: In Trust
Deceased; his will is the central document of the chapter.
II: In Trust
Mentioned as a beneficiary under the will and as one who would lose if the will is produced.
IV: The Fortunate Possessors
Appears bored and aimless; briefly speaks about hearing of Bartle's death; suggests a drink to Collingwood.
V: Point-Blank
Mentioned as playing billiards with Nesta; Mrs. Mallathorpe believes she can control him but not Nesta.
Terms
Described as weak, purposeless, and uninterested in business; Mrs. Mallathorpe manages affairs on his behalf.
Until Next Spring
Shows interest in Collingwood's suggestion to build a golf course on the estate; described as apathetic and lacking occupation.
X: The Footbridge
Died after falling from the rotten footbridge; his death makes Nesta the heir.
XIV: Cards on the Table
Mentioned in the context of his death; Pratt's narrative about the footbridge and Mrs. Mallathorpe's actions is tied to the events leading up to his fatal accident.
Pratt Offers a Hand
Referenced as the victim of the footbridge accident, which Pratt claims Mrs. Mallathorpe intended for him.
XIX: The Eyewitness
Deceased; the document he signed before the accident is believed to be his will.

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