The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1873-02-01
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tors, and an increase in the variety and beauty
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critics to be finer than any tohich have hitherto
appeared IN any American Nagasine.'
Ut. HOLLAND, the Edito will write the serial
story Of the year, which will be photographed
In form, and will be illus rated by Miss Halloek.
1t V entitled ARTHUR RONNICASrLE, and
Will deal with some of the most difficult pro.
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In the November number.
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II ONE LEGGED DANCERS.
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