Autograph letter signed from Walter H. Pollock, Kensington, to Ada Rehan [manuscript], 19th or 20th century.

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Autograph letter signed from Walter H. Pollock, Kensington, to Ada Rehan [manuscript], 19th or 20th century.

Letter primarily consists of Pollock's verse in praise of Rehan's Rosalind. Written from South Lodge, Campden Hill Road, Kensington W. and date simply indicated as "Thursday night."

2 leaves ; 23 x 18 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7556347

Folger Shakespeare Library

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