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A54533 The petition of divers eminent citizens of London, presented to the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen the 28th of April, 1681 Ward, Patience, Sir, 1629-1696. 1681 (1681) Wing P1762; ESTC R2345 2,178 4

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