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An argument of lavv concerning the bill of attainder of high-treason of Thomas Earle of Strafford at a conference in a committee of both Houses of Parliament. By Mr. St. John his Majesties Solicitor Generall. Published by order of the Commons House.
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St. John, Oliver, 1598?-1673.
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Wing S321; ESTC R203496
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