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B02485 The distressed VVelsh-man, born in Trinity-Lane. With a relation of his travels, being altogether unfortunate. / By Hugh Crumpton. Crompton, Hugh, fl. 1657. 1688 (1688) Wing C7027C; ESTC R174316 8,541 25

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