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I think the spelling gives the juvenilia Written by Maisy (6/20/2006 12:12 p.m.) in consequence of the missive, JA's spelling, penned by Cheryl

charm. :-)

But the unusual capitalizations make the piece a bit difficult to read (for me). I recall bringing up this topic during the GR of JA's letters last August. Someone posted that capitalization of all nouns was commonly practiced in England during the 17th and 18th centuries -- though, not always consistent. :-)

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JA's spelling Cheryl (6/19/2006 6:48 p.m.)

Spelling on purpose Mary Ellen (6/22/2006 1:46 p.m.)
- 'chuse' was once discussed... Reeba (6/22/2006 4:11 p.m.)
I think the spelling gives the juvenilia Maisy (6/20/2006 12:12 p.m.)
- Well there goes my theory.. Frances R (6/20/2006 4:35 p.m.)
  - I thought this too--could it not be both? :D nfm Robbin (6/20/2006 5:22 p.m.)
    - If these works are read aloud... Moni (6/21/2006 12:24 p.m.)
Didn't worry about it... Moni (6/20/2006 6:30 a.m.)
I have every sympahy for her....;-) JulieW (6/20/2006 5:47 a.m.)
- And snort again - nfm Mary Ellen (6/22/2006 1:32 p.m.)
spelling Emmeline (6/20/2006 5:35 a.m.)
Why, certainly Elena (6/20/2006 5:16 a.m.)
I think JA's spelling is charming. Reeba (6/20/2006 2:53 a.m.)
- Consolation MaryAnn K. (6/20/2006 3:05 a.m.)

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