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Presenting a rare antique copy of "Songs of Praise: A Selection of Standard Hymns and Tunes, For Sunday-Schools and Social Meetings," copyrighted 1880 by Anson D. F. Randolph & Company, New York. This charming hymnal offers a glimpse into 19th-century religious music and practices, compiled to serve both Sunday-schools and social gatherings. The book features a compilation of popular hymns and tunes of the era, reflecting the compilers' aim to familiarize children and youth with the 'best and purest Hymns and Tunes of the Church.' This specific volume shows its age beautifully, with a worn but intact hardcover binding. The interior pages display typical signs of age, including some toning and foxing, consistent with a book over 140 years old. Notably, there is a handwritten inscription on the 'NOTE' page, 'Ella and Nell Galusha,' adding a personal touch and a layer of historical provenance.