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A70226 A word to the wavering, or, An answer to the enquiry into the present state of affairs whether we owe allegiance to the King in these circumstances? &c. : with a postscript of subjection to the higher powers / by G.B. Hickes, George, 1642-1715.; Burnet, Gilbert, 1643-1715. 1689 (1689) Wing H1878A; ESTC R11270 7,455 12

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