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Mary Millward

Eliza's quieter, more sensible sister, who later marries a local farmer.

minor

Also known as Mary

First appearance: i

Mary Millward shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Eliza's quieter sister; mends stockings by the fire and corrects her sister's exaggerations.
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Mary Millward first appears in 0002 i.

In II: Eliza's quieter sister; mends stockings by the fire and corrects her sister's exaggerations.

Later, in IX: Defends Mrs. Graham against the slander, stating she knows her too well to believe any rumors.

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