East Lynne Characters William Vane, Earl of Mount Severn- of East Lynne.

He was never a renowned politician, or a great general, or an eminent statesman, or even an active member of the Upper Housein contrast to Archibald Carlyle. He was poor, of excellent family and a distant relative of the old Earl of Mount Severn. Three men stood between him and the earldom one of apoplexy, one of fever in Africa, the third boating at Oxford.and sixty thousand pounds a year. (At 25) (The Earls of Mount Severn were buried at Mount Severn. Isabels father was buried in St. Judes churchyard in West Lynne)Funeral attended by earl and Mr. Carlyle. His tomb did not have iron rails protecting it until after Lady Isabels marriage to Carlyle. Mary Vanewife of William, mother to Isabel. Married Vane at Gretna Green, Scotland against the wishes of her father, General Conway, who died before giving him a settlement. She died of consumption; the General had a heart attack Lady Isabel Mary Vaneher mother died when she was 13. She spent much of her life at the Earls larger seat in Wales, Mount Severn with her mother, and a judicious governess after her death. Kept the gold cross and her mothers portrait until her death. Received 2 sovereigns and 2 half sovereigns from Raymond Vane, Lord Mount Severn, to travel to Castle Marling. Used a sovereign and a half to pay Kane. Carlyle gave her a 100 pound note. Sent to Boulogne-sur-Mer instead of Trouville to recover from Archibalds birth. She wanted to take children and was supposed to meet Mrs. Ducie, but instead met Levison. Instead she was stuck with Wilson and Peter, and the children remained behind. When her husband cancelled and she had to attend the Jeaffersons dinner party without him, and she saw him with Barbara, she became jealous. While he was sleeping, she left a note, woke up Joyce, and left him. Were in Grenoble, France. Later became a governess for Helena Crosby in Stalkenberg, Germany as MADAME JANE VINE. She was unrecognized by Mrs. Ducie. Received position as governess to HER children, when their previous one got married, and Mrs. Latimer, Afys employer, recommended her. Lends $$ to the current Mrs. Carlyle to send her brother. Archibald Carlylea country lawyer from West Lynne who purchased East Lynne and marries Lady Isabel. Gave Barbara a locket on a long gold chain to replace the chain she ost in Lynneborough while shopping, Mrs. Hare an air cushion, and Cornelia a true Parisian cashmere shawl. His mother, the second Mrs. Carlyle, died in birth. Mamma Corny raised him. His father left most of the money to him, because his mother was responsible for the accumulation of their fortune. Proposed at Castle Marling at EASTER. Told Corny and Dill that he married Lady Isabel Vane by letter. Told Joyce to call Isabel Miss Lucy in the future. Married Barbare Hare, not Louisa Dobede as expected, after the death of Isabel to avoid adultery in the eyes of the church, even though he was divorced by law. (ATTAINED A SEAT IN THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, an M.P. , ??member of Parliament??) Spoke at the Bucks Head in the election. When he is advised by Dill that Levison is Thorn, he asks Lawyer Ball to assist Richard because he doesnt want to be judged for being vengeful and vindictive.

Sees resemblance Cornelia Corny Carlyle or Mamma Cornythe older half-sister of Archibald Carlyle. Her mother was a cousin of Justice Hares and a sister to Mr. Davidson, her fathers partner. (In he old days the law firm was Carlyle and Davidson, now it is Archibald Carlyle). Received and declined marriage proposals, including that of a reverend/curate 12 yrs her junior. Ripped up wedding announcement. Party is scarlet and purple?? Sees resemblance. Besides Mount Severn, she is the only other one to question the death. Mr. Dillmanager of Carlyles law office and devoted admirer of Miss Carlyle who he worshipped from afar. Encounted Ebenezer James and Bethel. Discovered Levison is really Thorn. Ebenezer James absent from West Lynne for 12-15 years. Had been a clerk to Mr. Carlyle; a member of the coprs of the Theatre Royal at Lynneborough; an auctioneer; salesman in the oil and colour line; a arson; an omnibus-driver; a collector of the waterrate; and currently a clerk at the West Lynne law office of Ball and Treadman. Tells DILL THE LEVINSON WAS IN THE ABBY WOOD THE night of the MURDEr because he was spooney after Afy too. He knows that Levison used to call himself Thorn. Saw Afy Hallijohn in London with Levison Mr. Davidsonlaw partner of Archibald and Cornys father. Died unmarried and divided his estate equally between them. Uncle to Corny, no blood relation to Archibald. Warburton and Warethe Earls men of business. Mr Warburton arrived at East Lynne after the Earls death. Emma Vaneof Castle Marling (26). Her deceased mother was Mrs. Levisons daughter. She is the wife of Raymond Vane, the presumptive heir to the earldom of Mount Severn, mother of two children. The younger son died and William promised himself to Lucy( really Isabelle Lucy). Signed her name Emma Mount Severn immediately after Earls death. Flirts with first cousin Francis Levison Mrs. Levison80. Raymond Vane/later Lord Mount Severn husband to Emma Vane, father to William Vane. 43. Paid all tradesmens debts and servant salaries owing from the previous earl. Mourned the loss of his younger son more than Lady Mount Severn. READ about Lady Isabels marriage in the paper. William Vane-the Earls son Isabel Lucy CarlyleIsabel and Archibalds first child, a daughter (IF she marries William Vane, she will regain the title) [Their old governess was Miss Manning} William CarlyleIsabel and Archibalds son. Died of consumption 2nd child Archibald Carlyle3rd son, image of his father. Will inherit East Lynne

Francis Levison4th child of Isabel. Died in railroad accident as toddler. (~ 1-2 years old) Arthur Archibald CarlyleBarbara and Archibalds first son.

Captain Francis Levison (at the start of the novel, may have been Lieutenant Levison when the murder occurred)grandson to Mrs. Levison, first cousin to Emma Vane, grand nephew and presumptive heir to the old and rich Sir Peter Levison. Broke Isabels mothers golden cross with seven emeralds. As Lieutenant Thorn, wore diamond shirtstuds, diamond rings, and diamond pins while courting Afy. When Sir Peter married, placing his status as the heir to the title and estates in jeopardy, he was dunned for payment owing creditors and he sold out his commission and went abroad. Eloped with Isabel, and abandoned her before their child was born. Married sister to paramour and became a secretaryship to Lor d Headthelot when his funds ran low. Ran against Carlyle for the M.P. seat and lost) ?? Yellow party, dunked in pond by Squire Pinners men. Spoke from the Raven. Accidently killed GEORGE HALLIJOHN when he went back to the cottage to retrieve his HAT. Bribed BETHEL with 50l to keep silent. (??50 pounds) Blanche Challoner-paramour of Levison. Relationship started when she was 17. Alice Challoneryounger sister to Blanche. Married Francis Levison after he acquired his title. Captain Frederick Thorn visiting the Herberts. In the same regiment as Jack Herbert. Denied to Carlyle being in the area previously, but misstatement about the late Squire Thorpes property and the Low Pond indicate otherwise (p 243). At the time of the murder, he was involved with a married woman. According to Bezant the doctor, Thorn was known as Mr. Federick at the time of the murder. Tom Herbert2nd son of a brother just of Mr. Hares Jack Herbertin the same regiment as Captain Thorn- a major Sir Peter Levison at the age of 73 married. Lady Levison hates Francis c her friends were duped them into co-signing a loan. When he defaulted they lost their home. She warns Carlyle that Francis will create mischief at his house. Richard Hare, Esquire commonly called Mr. Justice Hare owns the Grove, is marred to Mrs. Hare and has three children, Anne(2nd borne), Barbara(3rd borne) and Richard, the younger( 1st borne). Fired the servant Eliza who spoke Richards name and swore an oath in the justice-room that he would turn his son in if he encountered him. Mrs. Harea pale delicate woman. Married to Justice Hare. Mother to Anne, Barbara and Richard. Anne HareMrs. Clitheroe

Barbara Harepretty girl, very fair with blue eyes, light hair, a bright complexion. In love with Archibald Carlyle and turns down other proposals, including Captain Thorn. Put Richard, Anne, mothers hair in locket and asked Archibald for some of his to put in. Received $$ upon her uncles death ($$ her father thought should have been left to him but for a quarrel about his conduct with their French maid or governess) Richard Hare or Leafy Dick (because he is weak, like a leaf is swayed by the wind)eldest child of Justice and Mrs. Hare. Accused of murdering Afy Hallijohns father. His shot gun was the murder weapon and he was seen discarding it. Had a moonlight interview with Barbara while dressed as a farm labourer. While in hiding, he worked at a stable-yard in London. Claims the murderer is Thorn, a friend of Afys. Came a few times to West Lynne in disguise to get moneyonce in the grove of trees at the foot of the garden, The night of the murder, he told his father he was going out with young Beauchamp. Instead, he went to loan Hallijohn his gun and see Afy. Was seen by Locksley with the gun and without it, lurking around the house. Saw Bethel at the same time the shots were heard and asked if he say that hound Thorn. Kanepiano tuner and organist of St. Judes Church. Gave a concert that succeeded because of the Vanes patronage and attendance. His father was a clergyman and he was raised a gentleman. He married early and has a number of children. Teacher the Carlyle children Latin. Mr. Beauchampa gentleman who farmed and Lord Mount Severns agent or steward for East Lynne Young Beauchamp Squire Pinner Jasperservant of the Hares Colonel Bethel(one of the justices) Otway Bethela nephew of Colonel Bethel. Was in the woods the night of the shooting He may or not be a poacher. Was questioned by Richard if he saw Thorn running from the cottage. A gentleman by birth. Is away from West Lynne on and off. Ran into Thorn aka Levison shortly after the gunshots in ABBY WOOD and was given 50l to keep silent. Locksleysaw Richard Hare with a gun in his hand prior to the incident; hailed him as he lurked around the cottage; and saw him leave the cottage with the gun in his hand and throw it back into the cottage when he (Richard) saw Locksley

George Hallijohnshot with Richard Hares gun by Captain Francis Levison AKA Thorn. Aphrodite Afy Hallijohnher mother, a former governess, is the second wife to George Hallijohn, a sister of Mr. Kanes wife. (Her mother was a lady as far as education and manners. She married beneath her) Her mother died when she was 1 and she went to live with her mothers aunt. She was brought up above her station. When the aunt died, she returned to West Lynne. Lived in London with Levison. Was a maid to Emma Mount Severn, A maid to Mrs. Latimer. Was seen in London with Levison by Ebenezer James. Tried to avoid testifying by leaving West Lynne by train. Mr. Joe Jiffin a shopkeeper who sold cheese, ham and butter. Engaged to Afy Hallijohn. Joyce Hallijohntook over duties as lady Isabels maid when Marvel quit. Came to East Lynne with Corny. Her mother died when she was 8 and her father remarried a sister of Mr Kanes wife. She learned millinery and dress-making. Her broken ankle bone created a divergence for Isabel from Levisons attentions at East Lynne. Sees resemblance Mr Wainwrightthe surgeon from West Lynne Dr. Martinof Lynneborough. Sent for when Lady Isabel gave birth to Isabel Lucy. Mr. and Mrs. Littlethe parsons? SIR JON DOBEDEhas daughters linked by gossip to Carlyle. Was too old for vacant seat in House of Commons Mrs. Ducieattended the concert with Lady Isabel with her two daughters. Her husband, the Honourable Augustus was in debt so they left England. Was supposed to meet Isabel in Boulogne, but went to the baths in Germany instead. Mr. Jonesundertaker; maybe Jones and Rushworth Joyce Hallijohnupper servant at Miss Carlyles and half-sister to Afy Hallijohn. Ball and Tradmanthe other attorneys in West Lynne. Mr. Ball assists Richard Hare in the murder investigation. Ansteythe Earl owed him 3,000 pounds so he hired two men to arrest his body until payment. The two men pretended to be from the undertakers office to gain access to the Earls bedroom. Although the debt was paid by the new Earl, Warburton had them stay until the old Earl was buried to prevent it from happening again. SERVANTS:

Mrs. Masonhousekeeper and former governess to Lady Isabel, attended the Lord Mount Severn when dying, witnessed the bats. When things werent going well for Lady Isabel at Castle Marling Wellscoachman b4 Lord Mount Severns death, saw the bats Deniswent galloping to Lynneborough for doctor for Lord Mount Severn Poundbutler to old AND new Lord Mount Severn Marvelmaid to Lady Isabel at East Lynne and Castle Marling. Quit when Lady Isabel moved back to East Lynne after clashing with Miss Carlyle Carewa family who wanted to rent the furnished East Lynne for 3 years before Carlyles marriage Benjaminservant of the Hares WilsonMrs. Hares upper maid who sees Barbara and Carlyle together. Misconstrues their relationship and gossips about it. Left the Hares after 3 yrs 5 months after a quarrel with Barbara. Upper nurse for 5 years with Squire Pinner. Moved into East Lynne to care for Isabel Lucy. Is a gossip. Johnservant of Carlyles who drives the carriage Peterinitially Miss Carlyles servant, later Isabels. Mr. Calcraftthe hangman SERVANTS in France: Pierre, Susanna