Copies of autograph letters signed from Joseph Hill to various recipients, ca. 1864-1865 [manuscript], ca. 1864-1865.

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Copies of autograph letters signed from Joseph Hill to various recipients, ca. 1864-1865 [manuscript], ca. 1864-1865.

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Most letters written to Halliwell-Phillips. Others are sent to George Shakespeare and unidentified recipients. Subjects touched upon are Hill's research into the Guild of the Holy Cross, deeds in Stratford adjoining Shakespeare's dwelling, and a seal purportedly made by the "Stratford signet ring." Hill mentions meeting a descendant of Shakespeare. (17) is entitled Copy Inscription on Tablets in New Vestry-East end of St. Martin's Church; lists money bequeathed to the church by deceased members of the congregation.

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Halliwell-Phillipps, J. O. (James Orchard), 1820-1889

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English writer and librarian. From the description of Autograph letter signed, dated : London, to J. Harrison, 1868 July 24. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270665313 Shakespeare scholar, literary antiquary, and lexicographer. From the description of Correspondence, 1849-1892. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 34367915 Shakespeare scholar, literary antiquary, lexicographer, and critic. From the description of Correspondence, with W...

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...

Shakespeare, George, 1812-1885

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Hill, Joseph, of Birmingham

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Guild of the Holy Cross (Stratford-upon-Avon, England)

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