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A48855 A sermon preached before Her Majesty, on May 29, being the anniversary of the restauration of the King and royal family by the Bishop of S. Asaph, Lord Almoner to Their Majesties. Lloyd, William, 1627-1717. 1692 (1692) Wing L2716; ESTC R6946 15,431 33

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