Question

what information did the old man give about mrs macpherson to the author​

Answer 1

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$\implies$From this sentence, we understand that although the author tries his best to explain how he found the letter in the old roll-top desk, Mrs. Macpherson didn't pay attention to his words, rather she stroked the letter tenderly with her fingertips.

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