Autograph letter signed with initials : London, to William Macready, [1853 Apr. 27].

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Autograph letter signed with initials : London, to William Macready, [1853 Apr. 27].

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Referencing Macready's son's consumption, and discussing education. Noting that he "would not have the government contribute to any education that excludes some religious culture." With a postscript mentioning John Forster.

1 item (4 p.) ; 18.1 cm

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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