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Vincent Spaulding was a character in the red-headed league story (Sherlock Holmes). He was Jabez Wilson's assistant working half-wages. Later on in the book you find out that he is actually John Clay. A criminal mastermind (who Holmes has to arrest).
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Why did Sherlock Holmes want to speak to the assistant Vincent Spaulding in the shop?
Sherlock Holmes wanted to speak to Vincent Spaulding, the assistant in the shop, because he was investigating the case related to the mysterious disappearance of a valuable racehorse. Holmes suspected that Spaulding's unusual behavior and presence in the shop could provide crucial information about the case. Additionally, Spaulding's dual role as both an assistant and a potential suspect made him a key figure in Holmes's inquiry.
Which details about Vincent Spaulding are unusual to interest Holmes?
He has a white splash of acid upon his forehead, and his ears are pierced for ear-rings.
How does Jabez Wilson describe Vincent Spaulding in 'The Red-Headed League'?
Vincent Spaulding "Has a white splash of acid upon his forehead." Also, his ears were "pierced for ear-rings," which was uncommon among men except in the seafaring class in the Victorian era.
Who is John Clay in Sherlock Holmes?
He aka Vincent Spaulding who planned a bank robbery in "The Red Headed League." He is the main "bad" character in this story.
Who is the hero in 'The Adventure of the Red Headed League'?
John Clay aka Vincent Spaulding Archie aka Duncan Ross aka William Morris
What does Sherlock Holmes discover about Vincent spaulding?
That he is really John Clay.
Why did Sherlock Holmes want to speak to the assistant Vincent Spaulding in the shop?
Sherlock Holmes wanted to speak to Vincent Spaulding, the assistant in the shop, because he was investigating the case related to the mysterious disappearance of a valuable racehorse. Holmes suspected that Spaulding's unusual behavior and presence in the shop could provide crucial information about the case. Additionally, Spaulding's dual role as both an assistant and a potential suspect made him a key figure in Holmes's inquiry.
Is Vincent Spaulding royalty?
I do not claim to be an expert on peerage, but there have been books written to speculate on an answer to this very question. The general consensus is that 'Vincent Spaulding' may have had relatives who were royalty, but he himself is not likely a member of the royal class even in the make-believe world of Sherlock Holmes.
Who are the villains in 'The Adventure of the Red Headed League'?
Wilson's assistant Vincent Spaulding and John Clay are the villens
What was the only fault of Vincent spaulding in the red headed league?
Vincent Spaulding's only fault was that he didn't clear the mud stains from his trousers. that gave the clue to Sherlock that he was digging a tunnel. I think a more important fault was that he closed the Red-Headed League one day too early.
Which details about Vincent Spaulding are unusual to interest Holmes?
He has a white splash of acid upon his forehead, and his ears are pierced for ear-rings.
How does Jabez Wilson describe Vincent Spaulding in 'The Red-Headed League'?
Vincent Spaulding "Has a white splash of acid upon his forehead." Also, his ears were "pierced for ear-rings," which was uncommon among men except in the seafaring class in the Victorian era.
Who is John Clay in Sherlock Holmes?
He aka Vincent Spaulding who planned a bank robbery in "The Red Headed League." He is the main "bad" character in this story.
What steps did Vincent Spaulding and Duncan Ross take to plan their scheme?
they made themselves get hired for the jobthey went down to the tunnel every now and then to dig
Why is the fact that the pawnbroker's assistant poses as a photographer a key detail?
Photography allows Vincent Spaulding an excuse to spend an extended time in the cellar developing his pictures.
How tall is David Spaulding?
David Spaulding is 5' 11".
How tall is Megan Spaulding?
Megan Spaulding is 5' 7".
