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A87994 A letter of high consequence, principally concerning the indamaging of this our kingdome of England, subversion of religion, and many more papisticall divisions compiled, and directed to Colonell Lunsford scattered in the Church of Saint Paul, and since come to publicke view. As also certaine articles whereby the said Lunsford is convinced of high treason, both to the King, state, and House of Parliament. Sartwell, G. 1642 (1642) Wing L1573; Thomason E132_10; ESTC R1111 1,967 8

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