William R. Walker (publisher)

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William R. Walker was a printer and publisher in 19th century Newcastle. His business was in the Royal Arcade, Newcastle.

He published several music chapbooks including The Songs of the Tyne, [1] the second collection of that name, and consisting of 3 small volumes.

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References

  1. "FARNE - Folk Archive Resource North East - Songs of the Tyne".