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From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Henry Venn[?]
Date:
[2 August 1848]
Source of text:
RS:HS 17.461b (C: RS:HS 23.33)
Summary:

Responds to a letter received long ago concerning sounds. Is convinced that a 'new printed and written character' is needed. Suggests consulting Pitman's phonotype system. Believes joint use of Roman, italic, and Greek characters would create a more complete system. Stresses that he is willing to correspond, but is unable to meet in person.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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