bureau
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Meanwhile, in May 2021, Murrell spent £3,192 on a black tea set and vanity bureau designed by leather maker Frank Smythson – which holds a royal warrant to provide stationery for the Duke of Edinburgh.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
"The first of the two was pulled out alive, but unfortunately, his body gave out and he did not survive. Doctors could not resuscitate him," regional fire bureau spokeswoman Maria Leah Sajili told AFP.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
The bureau said in its announcement that it is taking “prudent” steps and continuing to meet environmental requirements.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
Benjamin Katz is an award-winning reporter for The Wall Street Journal's business, finance & economics bureau in London.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
A golden necklace with a cross that does not belong to me has been artfully draped on the bureau next to a pair of demure white gloves and a jar of cold cream.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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