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English and shorthand dictionary, based on the original work of sir isaac pitman, with lists of proper names, grammalogues and contractions, and an analytical introduction on the formation of shorthand outlines by pitman, isaac, sir, 181897. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Chj, top to bottom moving slightly from right to left. Lists of other pitman publications at back of book.
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