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A44827 A seasonable addresse to both Houses of Parliament, concerning the succession the fears of popery, and arbitrary government. By a true Protestant and hearty lover of his countrey. Halifax, George Savile, Marquis of, 1633-1695. 1681 (1681) Wing H320A; ESTC R215862 18,491 17

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