superscription
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The letter, which was without superscription, fell into the hands of the Electress, who, believing it intended for herself, received it with delight.
From Rupert Prince Palatine by Scott, Eva
I cried; but he would not suffer me even to read the superscription.
From Charles Auchester, Volume 1 of 2 by Sheppard, Elizabeth
The superscription and the subscription should alike be in accordance with the tone of the communication, and the domestic or social relation of those between whom it passes.
From The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society by Hartley, Cecil B.
Lady Mary had no sooner glanced at the superscription than she sent her maid downstairs to bring the lackey immediately to her boudoir.
From Parson Kelly by Lang, Andrew
I put the ticket in an envelope, with this superscription: For Mademoiselle Rosette, at Madame Ratapond's.
From Fr?d?rique; vol. 2 by Kock, Charles Paul de
