See Jack Dawkins.
Barney is a waiter at the Three Cripples, a pub where the thieves hang out. He has a nasal condition, so everything he says sounds like he has a cold.
Charley Bates is a member of Fagin's gang and is most notable for his habit of laughing all the time, even when it's inappropriate.
Mrs. Bedwin is a comforting, motherly old woman, very clean and neat. She is Mr. Brownlow's housekeeper and takes care of Oliver when Mr. Brownlow takes him in. Even when Mr. Brownlow becomes disillusioned about Oliver's true nature, her faith in Oliver never wavers.
Betsy is a member of Fagin's gang; she is not really pretty but is healthy looking and loyal to the gang.
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