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Comments on English translations of
Aristophanes and orders the
Dictionary of Samuel Johnson.
A note attributes the letter
to James Bailey.

Attempts to discourage Kemble
from performing at the Theatre Royal,
Norwich.

Response to Ashworth's query about
suitable texts for Shakespearian
studies. Abbott recommends Dowden's
lectures and editions edited
by H.C. Beeching.

Informs Whitaker of the death
of Abbott's brother the previous
night.

Recommends a Mr. Russell.

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Requests recipient's participation
in upcoming elections in Appleby.