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A87520 The vvorks of that grave and learned lavvyer Iudge Ienkins, prisoner in Newgate. Upon divers statutes, concerning the liberty, and freedome of the subject. With a perfect table thereto annexed. Jenkins, David, 1582-1663. 1648 (1648) Wing J574; Thomason E1154_2; ESTC R20801 80,714 206

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