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The Rival Candidates

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Description: There are frequent revisions and excisions indicated by Edward Capell. There is a note, in the hand of Capell stating: 'Sir If you shall be of opinion that the passages I have mark'd should not be allow'd, it will be proper the Prompter should be told so by you as soon as you can. Your obedient humble servant, E. C. Tuesday night'. Includes an epilogue. There are minor differences between the printed and manuscript versions.
Type: Manuscripts(Opens in new tab)
Date: 1775 January 21
Call number: mssLA 384
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