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Mr. Merriman

Sir Percival's solicitor.

minor

Also known as Merriman

First appearance: viii

Mr. Merriman's tie to Sir Percival Glyde is one of the pressures that moves The Woman in White—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

Sir Percival's solicitor; discusses the need for Laura's signature to resolve financial issues; advises caution.
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Mr. Merriman first appears in 0012 viii.

With Sir Percival Glyde (professional): Mr. Merriman is Sir Percival's loyal and discreet solicitor, handling his legal and financial affairs. With Sir Percival Glyde (professional): Mr. Merriman is Sir Percival's loyal and discreet solicitor, handling his legal and financial affairs. With Sir Percival Glyde (professional): Mr. Merriman is Sir Percival's loyal and discreet solicitor, handling his legal and financial affairs.

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Character Web

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SPSir Percival G…LFLaura FairlieCFCount FoscoMGMr. GilmoreMHMarian HalcombeMMMr. Merriman

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  • Professional
  • Other

Character groups

  • Core conspiracy figures
  • Protagonist

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Mr. Merriman in viii

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See Mr. Merriman in viii
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