Autograph letter signed from George James, Edgbaston, to unidentified recipient, [manuscript], 19th or 20th century?

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Autograph letter signed from George James, Edgbaston, to unidentified recipient, [manuscript], 19th or 20th century?

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/471921273

James has noted "Private & Confidential" at the top both sheets. Discusses Bacon and authenticity of Shakespeare. Address appears as 72 Portland Road, Edgbaston.

4 leaves ; 15 x 10 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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