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Antiquity of _the Lot_ -- Old lotteries -- Derivation of word -- First lottery in England: its scheme.
So sang Henry Fielding in his play of "The Lottery," which was first acted at Drury Lane Theatre, January 1, 1732; and I think those who have patience to read these pages will endorse his words.