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A49383 The exceeding abundant grace of God displayed in the conversion of William Gymer a penitent malefactor and murderer, who was executed on the Castle-Hill in Norwich, Sept. 4. 1696. Written by John Lucas minister of the Gospel. Lucas, John, 1624 or 5-1703. 1696 (1696) Wing L3393; ESTC R217744 21,497 35

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