Selected quad for the lemma: majesty_n
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A22256
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By the King. A proclamation against excesse of lauish and licentious speech of matters of state; Proclamations. 1621-07-26
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England and Wales. Sovereign (1603-1625 : James I); James I, King of England, 1566-1625.
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1621
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STC 8668; ESTC S100937
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938
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