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B08425 Memorials of worthy persons (lights and ornaments of the Church of England.), the fourth decad. / by Cl. Barksdale.; Memorials of worthy persons. Decade 4 Barksdale, Clement, 1609-1687. 1663 (1663) Wing B802; ESTC R9168 59,853 156

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