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A56032 Proposals for national banks whereby the profirs on usury, to reduc'd to three per cent. per annum, will supply his Majesty more plentifully than ever to carry on the war, exempt the nation from land taxes, great customs and excises, exceedingly promote trade and navigation, and give England many other very large advantages. 1696 (1696) Wing P3729; ESTC R217046 13,089 22

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