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Title: Confirmation of word COMPLETED WITH THANKS
Post by: Ryan1 on Sunday 22 February 26 08:01 GMT (UK)

Hello

Could someone please help me with the first word on the last line, I read it as "instant" hoping another set of eyes might confirm.

With thanks,
Daniel Ryan.

Title: Re: Confirmation of word
Post by: Neale1961 on Sunday 22 February 26 08:11 GMT (UK)

Yes, "instant" is correct.

"Instant" used when referring to a date, means the current, present, or ongoing month. Used historically, "the 17th instant" indicates the 17th day of the current month.

Title: Re: Confirmation of word
Post by: MollyC on Sunday 22 February 26 08:14 GMT (UK)

I think you are correct.  The writer has crossed both of the letter t with one stroke.  All the t crossings are in a slightly inaccurate position or elongated, and there may be an example of two in one word elsewhere on the page.  If you have an idea of the date it is possible to check whether the 17th was a Sunday.

Title: Re: Confirmation of word - Completed with thanks
Post by: Ryan1 on Sunday 22 February 26 08:29 GMT (UK)

Many thanks Molly and Neale,
You have been a wonderful help.
Daniel.

Title: Re: Confirmation of word COMPLETED WITH THANKS
Post by: shanreagh on Sunday 22 February 26 10:23 GMT (UK)

Who is the beautiful Miss Winx Ryan1?