University of Virginia Library

ORIGINAL DEDICATION, TO ALBERT SMITH, Esq.

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My Dear Smith,

Accept the Dedication of a Dramatic Trifle, the idea of which was suggested by your deservedly popular Entertainment. I have taken great liberties with you: but “whom can a man take liberties with, if not with his friend?” And let me hope that in so doing I have not forfeited the claim (which I assure you I value) to subscribe myself yours,

Most sincerely, J. R. PLANCHÉ.