Letter : New Haven, Conn., to William Harvey Wells, Andover, Mass., 1842 Feb. 17.

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Letter : New Haven, Conn., to William Harvey Wells, Andover, Mass., 1842 Feb. 17.

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Autograph letter signed. Folded letter sheet with address. Webster explains how incorrectly-used words become acceptable. Includes typed transcript of letter.

1 item (3 p.) ; 25 cm.

University of Chicago Library

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University of Chicago Library

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Wells, William Harvey, 1812-1885

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Webster, Noah, 1758-1843

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American lexicographer, textbook author, spelling reformer, word enthusiast, and editor; b. in Hartford, Conn.; attended Yale and taught school in the Hartford area; moved to New Haven, Conn., in 1798. From the description of Noah Webster papers, 1786-1980. (New Haven Colony Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 319706045 Noah Webster (1758-1843) was an American lexicographer, author and editor. He is best known for his spellers (early spelling textbooks) and his ...