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Edinburgh Journal, No. 448, by Various
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Title: Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 448 Volume 18, New Series, July 31, 1852
Author: Various
Editor: William Chambers Robert Chambers
Release Date: April 20, 2007 [EBook #21193]
Language: English
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CHAMBERS' EDINBURGH JOURNAL
CONDUCTED BY WILLIAM AND ROBERT CHAMBERS, EDITORS OF 'CHAMBERS'S INFORMATION FOR THE PEOPLE,' 'CHAMBERS'S EDUCATIONAL COURSE,' &c.
No. 448. NEW SERIES. SATURDAY, JULY 31, 1852. PRICE 1-1/2d.
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