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iv
To the Reader
a stipulated time has, however, prevented the compiler from making the necessary researches for the purpose, except in a few instances; and, even if the time had been sufficient, the size of the volume would not have permitted a much more various selection than has been made. If this volume should meet with a favourable reception from the public, another may be prepared from the materials yet untouched.
New-York, October, 1840.