Patty is the Throssels' servant, a decade older than Phoebe and openly aware that she is not beautiful, yet confident that she will find a man. She helps sustain Phoebe's disguise by identifying her as a supposed niece, later yields the truth to Dr. Valentine Brown, and assists his plan to remove the deception.
Mrs. Williamson is one of the Maryland firm's owners whose visit is connected to a major contract with the Kalinger firm. She insults Maggie at the party and later considers hiring Val, but changes her mind after learning Ellen's social status, making her judgment part of the film's class conflict.
Bertram's wife, who wants their daughter Peggy to enter high society in the city rather than remain in their small town. After the family moves into Bertram's inherited mansion, she is conned by gang leader Martin Blake into hosting a large gala, believing it will attract the city's leading social figures.
Mrs. Coney is Violet's mother. When Lambert receives a raise, she decides it is time for him and Violet to marry, and she accompanies them as they shop for furniture. Lambert initially lacks the confidence to resist her plans, but later tells her and Violet that he will not marry Violet.
Eleanor's mother-in-law who frequently visits the couple with her show-business friends, causing Hank significant annoyance.
Dizzy matron on the cruise, provides comic relief and accidental clues.
Aunt Julia is the disagreeable woman who occupies Jeff's former apartment and is connected to Lola as her aunt. Her presence in the apartment reflects Jeff's changed fortunes, while Lola's relationship with Jeff continues despite the circumstances surrounding the old home.
Mrs. Burns arrives at Crystal's home for dinner along with Catherine Burns, as part of the gathering connected with Claude's courtship of Crystal. The summary gives no dialogue or other individual actions for her, but places her among the guests Raymond serves while posing as a butler.
Lizbeth's mother who attempts to post bail for Calhoun but falls short of the required amount, prompting Pough to secure the funds from underworld associates.
Aggie Bruno is Joe Bruno's wife and decides to seek a divorce in Reno because she has had enough of her husband. She meets lawyers Wattles and Swift, and Swift agrees to represent her in court. Following his suggestion, she is to be caught with another man; Swift later poses as her love interest at the casino.
Mrs. Gates is mentioned by Colonel Foley in connection with Paula: Max has not learned that she has already encountered his wife. The Colonel also says his wife and mother-in-law admire Paula and plan to visit the bungalow, but the summary gives no further details about Mrs. Gates's actions.
Cora Witherspoon has 43 screen credits in a career dating back to 1931. Their work is anchored in the Charlie Chan (Sidney Toler) Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include The Big Shot, He Couldn't Say No, Woman Doctor. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
