The Asiatic Journal and Monthly Miscellany, Volume 22Wm. H. Allen & Company, 1826 - Asia |
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THIS ISSUE HAS ARTICLE ON REGULATIONS REGARDING FREE INDIAN PRESS, ARGUING AGAINST AND SUPPORTING EAST INDIA COMPANY RESTRICTIONS
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