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Samuel Johnson, Dame Oliver's Infant School, and Anne Oliver stone plaque

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Samuel Johnson, Dame Oliver's Infant School, and Anne Oliver stone plaque
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This stone commemorative plaque records: On this site stood Dame Oliver's Infant School where Dr. Samuel Johnson was taught English 1714. Born 1709. Died 1784.
Dr Samuel Johnson, a renowned lexicographer and writer, was taught English at Dame Oliver's Infant School in 1714; his contributions to literature include the landmark "A Dictionary of the English Language."

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