The widow of Henry Forbes, Marie becomes a suspect in his murder after an apple is found bearing the imprint of her teeth. Her connection to the victim and the evidence make her part of the investigation into the crime.
Janina brings Chickie to Bess Abbott's party to give a filip to the jaded tastes of the bachelor millionaire Jake Munson. This places Chickie and Jake in contact and helps set the central romantic events in motion. The summary does not describe Janina's further actions or explain her relationship to Chickie beyond bringing her to the party.
Blanche De Vore is one of the three criminals who frame Yoda for Benson Burleigh's murder. Along with 'Monocle' Harry and Wong Fu, she is responsible for the plot that sends Yoda to prison. After his escape, Yoda outwits the trio and turns them over to the police.
Alice Schuyler's crusty old aunt, Mrs. Schuyler-Foster takes Alice in after she is expelled from convent school. The restrictions imposed on Alice at her aunt's home lead Alice to run away, setting in motion her encounter with John Carmen and their eventual marriage.
Mrs. Chapple is Georgie's mother and Henry Chapple's wife. As Georgie spends more time with the Chapples, she grows very fond of him, and she and her husband ask whether they can adopt him. Her affection for Georgie contributes to Robert Evans's conflict between his revenge against Henry and the love she shows for her son.
Sister Burton is a pious missionary traveling with the passengers. During the group's ordeal in the frozen wilderness, the faith that had once steadied others falters, and she becomes embittered and shaken in her beliefs. Her response contrasts with Pearl's courage and moral integrity.
Madame Margot is associated with the establishment where Jocelyn is described as a young woman; the place has a shady reputation. After Charlie's death and John's rejection, Jocelyn considers reopening her mother's place under the Jordan name, but breaks down and cannot go through with it.
Mrs. Ericson is Carewe's housekeeper and Phyllis's mother. The morning after Dane's birthday, she finds a note from Kara that Dane dropped on his way to his room and shows it to Phyllis. Phyllis then takes the note to Carewe, setting off the misunderstanding about who the note's Richard is.
Mrs. Overman is Philip Overman's suspicious wife, left alone in their empty mansion while he pursues Adrienne Renault. She hires a private detective, uncovers his infidelity, and begs Renault to release him. After Renault refuses, she obtains a divorce and later reunites with Philip on a second honeymoon.
John Trevor's mother who secretly operates a gambling den, which serves as the source of the family's wealth. Her establishment is the location where Dave Heath meets his fatal accident.
The intended bride of Frederick who senses his true feelings for Nellie. She gracefully releases Frederick from their engagement and unexpectedly develops romantic feelings for Hans.
Myrtle Stedman has 126 screen credits in a career dating back to 1910. Signature works include The Silver Horde, Hypocrites, The Famous Mrs. Fair. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
