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This issue of Notes and Queries continues to serve as a platform for literary, historical, and linguistic discussions. Contributors investigate the origins of archaic words and phrases, analyze textual variations in classic literature, and debate interpretations of passages from Shakespeare and other notable authors. Folklore, genealogy, and antiquarian studies feature prominently, with articles exploring old , heraldic traditions, and rare manuscript discoveries. Some entries address historical inaccuracies and misconceptions, inviting further scholarly debate.As always, responses to previous inquiries enrich the issue, allowing for a deeper examination of previously discussed topics. Readers contribute corrections, alternative perspectives, and newly uncovered evidence, fostering an ongoing intellectual dialogue. Additional notes on medieval inscriptions, early printing practices, and historical events further enhance the breadth of discussions. This edition upholds the periodical’s reputation as a vital resource for historians, bibliophiles, and scholars of language and antiquities.