Autograph letter signed from Chas. [D?]ignum to Charles John Kean [manuscript], 1827 March 23.

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Autograph letter signed from Chas. [D?]ignum to Charles John Kean [manuscript], 1827 March 23.

Due to the respect that he has for the Royal Theater of Drury Lane, he offers the enclosed musical entertainment [not included here]. Identity of correspondent not certain.

2 leaves ; 19 x 12 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7541438

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Dignum, Charles, 1765-1827

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