Autograph letter signed : London, to Thomas Astle, 1784 Mar. 8.

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Autograph letter signed : London, to Thomas Astle, 1784 Mar. 8.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/270617305

Commenting on his work and the derivation of the word 'limmer'.

1 item (2 p.) ; (8vo)

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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