talesman
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Samuel Cooperman, grocer, the next talesman called, said he had read about the case.
From Time Magazine Archive
In his dreams he has formulated syllogisms and delivered them to imaginary yet obstinate talesman.
From Courts and Criminals by Train, Arthur Cheney
"No—not at all," the talesman may blandly reply.
From Courts and Criminals by Train, Arthur Cheney
Talesman; the author of a story or report: I'll tell you my tale, and my talesman.
From 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue by Grose, Francis
No method is too far-fetched to be made use of on the chance of "catching" some stray talesman.
From Courts and Criminals by Train, Arthur Cheney
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