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A59570 A sermon preach'd before the King & Queen, at White-hall the 12th of November, 1693 : being the day appointed for a publick thanksgiving to Almighty God, for the gracious preservation of His Majesty, and his safe return / by John, Lord Archbishop of York. Sharp, John, 1645-1714. 1693 (1693) Wing S2998; ESTC R10320 14,115 37

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