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TO CAPTAIN CHARLES H. TOWNLEY, R.N.
4, GREAT GEORGE'S SQUARE, LIVERPOOL.

My dear Friend,

I have the greatest pride and pleasure in now redeeming an old promise—that of dedicating a Play of mine to you.

Whether as a gallant naval officer, an accomplished seaman, or an amiable private citizen, I do not know the man who ought to supersede you in receiving this humble heart-tribute from your affectionate and grateful servant,

JAMES SHERIDAN KNOWLES.
29, Alfred Place, Bedford Square. September, 1840.