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characters, reading all proofs without a reader, etc. So that the work is done as economically as possible. But 150 more subscribers are necessary to pay for printing, advertising, etc.

Under these conditions I do not think it improper to suggest that you might subscribe for a dozen copies or so and send them where they [[strikethrough]] wo [[/strikethough]] would be appreciated. The Review would benefit by the dozen copies sold, and these might result in more subscribers. 

I have written to no one else in this strain, but I am aware of your interest in the East especially in Chinese art, and I think you may be pleased to assist such a venture as mine. 

I am, dear Sir,
Yours sincerely,
Samuel Couling