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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Alphabet, n. [e.m.E. (1513).] A list of authorized charges. —1683 Elgin Rec. I. 331.
The Counsell ratifies the Act grantit in favouris of Archibald Stewart as postmaister, and ordainit ane alphabet to be drawin to him
