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A70105 A representation of the threatning dangers, impending over Protestants in Great Brittain With an account of the arbitrary and popish ends, unto which the declaration for liberty of conscience in England, and the proclamation for a toleration in Scotland, are designed. Ferguson, Robert, d. 1714. 1687 (1687) Wing F756A; ESTC R201502 80,096 60

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