Letter : New Haven, Conn., to Eliakim Phelps, Pittsfield, Mass., 1827 Apr. 7.

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Letter : New Haven, Conn., to Eliakim Phelps, Pittsfield, Mass., 1827 Apr. 7.

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Autograph letter signed. Folded letter sheet with address. Webster criticizes the dictionaries and grammars used in America, especially John Walker's dictionary.

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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 ...

Walker, John, 1732-1807

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Phelps, Eliakim, 1790-1880

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