# Dr. Howe — To Cuba and Back character guide

> Dr. Howe in To Cuba and Back by Richard Henry Dana Jr..

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Dr. and Mrs. Howe, Mrs. Howe

**First appearance:** 0005-iv

## Who they are

A doctor and his wife, fellow travelers or acquaintances in Cuba.

## In the story

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/to_cuba_and_back_se/chapters/v)

Dr. S. G. Howe is met alongside Mr. Parker; he enjoys the warm weather and is described as a benefactor of his race.

### [XVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/to_cuba_and_back_se/chapters/xvii)

Dr. Howe invites the narrator to attend the trial of Señor Maestri and provides an account of the proceedings.

### [XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/to_cuba_and_back_se/chapters/xix)

Dr. Howe accompanies the narrator to the hospital and prison, expresses respect for the Sisters of Charity, and reflects on his own past imprisonment.

### [Habits of the Cubans, Visit to the Bishop, and the Coolie Mart](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/to_cuba_and_back_se/chapters/xxi)

Mentioned as having just come from Mr. G⸺'s chamber.

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