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Novello, (Joseph) Alfred to Novello, Mary Sabilla

15 Jul 1849

Handwritten letter from (Joseph) Alfred Novello to his mother Mary Sabilla Novello, providing detailed family and business updates.

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The antient usage in bearing of such ensigns of honour as are commonly called arms... ; With Additions, containing a short introduction to the science of heraldry, and art of emblazonry ; to which is added, A brief discourse touching the office of Lord High Chancellor of England

Dugdale, Sir William (1605-1686); Camden, William (1551-1623); Selden, John (1584-1654); Banks, Sir T C (1765-1854); Segar, Simon (fl. 1656-1712)

1812

Separate title pages or half titles for each work. Continuous pagination.

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Letter from Dante Gabriel Rossetti to (Walter) Theodore Watts-Dunton

c.16/10/1876

Autograph letter and envelope, dated Monday/ Re/ proceedings in the [Clarence E] Fry and [Charles Augustus] Howell case/ TWD requested to visit in evening if necessary to update DGR/

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Novello, Vincent to Novello, Mary Sabilla (née Hehl)

28 Jan 1839

Handwritten letter from Vincent Novello to his wife Mary Sabilla Novello, mentioning the continued recovery of his health, news of his professional activities and updates on the rest of the family.

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Title: An imitation of Horace, Lib.3 Ode 9. [Latin epigraph]

Author: Anonymous

Date(s): 172- ?

Manuscript: Lt 35

Contents: Translation of Horace, "Odes", III.9, in which Damon and Phillis recall their

past love before rivals appeared; updated with contemporary references.

Imperfect at end owing to loss of leaves.

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ECG letter to Marianne Gaskell

c. 24 Dec 1852

Letter begins "My dearest Marianne, A merry Christmas to you, and plenty of them, my darling." Sends love from Florence and Julia and gives updates on family friends.

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ECG letter to Marianne Gaskell

c. May 1860

Letter begins "My dearest Polly, Two lines to say nothing is happening." Gives general updates on household and acquaintances. Mentions a visit to Lily Robertson with Meta and people coming to tea.

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ECG letter to Marianne Gaskell

c.10 Sep 1860

Letter begins "My dearest Polly,you wd have had a letter to greet you in England…" Describes social engagements, her sisters' activities and gives updates on acquaintances activities.

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Codicum manuscriptorum Ecclesiae Cathedralis Dunelmensis catalogus classicus

Rud, Thomas (1667-1732); Raine, James (1791-1858); Durham Cathedral. Library

1825

Completed by T. Rud in 1727; edited and updated in 1825 by J. Raine. The main part in Latin; appendix in English. Running title: Codices manuscripti Ecclesiae Dunelmensis. "Errata et addenda": p...

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Cowden Clarke, Charles to Mozley, Mrs

15 May 1873

Letter from Charles Cowden Clarke to Mrs Mozley. written at Villa Novello in Genoa, Italy and dated 15 May 1873. The letter thanks Mrs Mozley for her appreciation of his wife's writing and provides an...

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ECG letter to Marianne Gaskell

Jun 1851

Letter begins "My dearest Polly, Hearn, Mary, Margaret, Meta, Flossy & Baby are all at Bowden; and Papa at Chapel." Gives update on Flossy's health, informs Marianne about her new bonnet and says that...

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ECG letter to Marianne Gaskell

c. Summer 1853

Letter begins "My dearest MA, I was glad to get your letter today, love..." Expresses worry for the children, gives an update on activities and informs Marianne that a box has arrived for her. Letter ...

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