Autograph letter signed : London, to William Jerdan, 1807 Jan. 29.

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Autograph letter signed : London, to William Jerdan, 1807 Jan. 29.

Instructing him to send a copy of his opera to Mr. Harris, who reads all the pieces offered to Covent Garden.

1 item (1 p., with address) ; 20.6 cm

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SNAC Resource ID: 8126515

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