inquiry agent

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Nothing further could be done that night, as the private inquiry agent could not possibly complete any portion of his house-to-house scrutiny in the vicinity of the Carlton until the following morning at the earliest.

From The Albert Gate Mystery Being Further Adventures of Reginald Brett, Barrister Detective by Tracy, Louis

“I don't aspire to the official designation, Mr. Upton, an inquiry agent is all I presume to call myself.”

From The Camera Fiend by Hornung, E. W. (Ernest William)

"What do you take it to prove, Mr. Collingwood?" continued the inquiry agent, as he turned to the barrister with a smile.

From The Talleyrand Maxim by Fletcher, J. S. (Joseph Smith)

"Stobb has a matter that might be mentioned," said Carfax, glancing at the other inquiry agent.

From The Borough Treasurer by Fletcher, J. S. (Joseph Smith)

We are also introduced to the Head of Police, who, as everyone knows, is a cross between a suburban inspector, a low-class inquiry agent, and a flaneur moving in the best Society.

From Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, October 25, 1890 by Various