Notes and Queries, Issue 236, May 6, 1854, is an indispensable source of intercommunication for men of letters, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and others interested in culture and the past. This edition contains a variety of materials that reflect a wide range of topics and issues of interest to the world of literature and art. The "Notes and Queries" editorial office creates a unique opportunity for communication and exchange of opinions among specialists from various fields. This book helps open up the archives of knowledge preserved in ancient records to make them accessible to the modern reader.