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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Post-paper, n. [e.m.E. (1648), Post n.2] Paper for letters, of a suitable size for folding for the post. —1664 Household Bks. Archb. Sharp in Misc. Maitl. C. II 509.
For post and gilt paper 00/07/00 1676 Cunningham Diary 71.
For some post paper, 3/0
