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Mr. Primero

A neighbor of the Longestaffes in Suffolk.

minor

Also known as the Primero, old Primero

First appearance: xx lady pomona s dinner party

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AMAugustus Melmo…GWGeorge Whitsta…GLGeorgiana Long…SLSophia Longest…LCLady CarburyMPMr. Primero

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