Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1830-07-22
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or ri s'l'ENoGRAPlfy, and ia nov induced
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propose plen for communicating know ledge
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insuactioH-
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iralige of the theory.
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tl a thorough knowledge OF the art shall have
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onty 20 convey to each individual a complete
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a
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-ta5ilion Of other Consideration IN this place