Question

why had Alexander holder come to Holmes​

Answer 1

Answer:

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The madman collects himself and says that he is in very, very deep trouble. He's a senior partner of the second largest private bank in London, and his name is Alexander Holder. Holder has been to the police about his trouble, and the police suggested that he visit Holmes instead.