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Mrs. Chailey

The Ambroses' loyal, practical maid.

minor

Also known as Chailey

First appearance: i

Mrs. Chailey shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Complains to Rachel about the poor state of the sheets and her uncomfortable cabin near the boilers; later arranges her ornaments in the new room.
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In II: Complains to Rachel about the poor state of the sheets and her uncomfortable cabin near the boilers; later arranges her ornaments in the new room. Later, in Chapter VII: Arrives at the villa and is appalled by…

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