Autograph letter signed from Charles Wordsworth, St. Andrews, to unidentified recipient [manuscript], 1884 January 25.

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Autograph letter signed from Charles Wordsworth, St. Andrews, to unidentified recipient [manuscript], 1884 January 25.

Wordsworth requests information regarding Richard Hathaway; discusses Richard and Anne Hathaway's lack of recognition in Richard Hathaway's will; reveals confusion over William Hathaway and possibility of multiple Richard Hathaways. Letter addressed "Dear Sir."

2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7525468

Folger Shakespeare Library

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