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Mrs. Aldrich

A wealthy woman who employs Anna briefly.

minor

Also known as Aldrich

First appearance: the good anna

Mrs. Aldrich shows up with force in The Gentle Lena. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Lena's kind mistress who speaks kindly to Lena and is remembered by the cook after Lena's death.
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  • Extended household and community
  • Anna's domestic circle

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