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A45003 The humble petition of 85. gentlemen and freeholders, and 15. ministers of the county palatine of Chester Preferred to His Majestie at York, the seventh of May, 1642. In behalf of themselves and others. Together with His Majesties gracious answer. England and Wales. Sovereign (1625-1649 : Charles I). 1642 (1642) Wing H3463A; ESTC R216252 2,259 12

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