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A66318 By the King and Queen, a proclamation for the discovery and apprehending of highway men and robbers, and for a reward to the discoverers Marie R. England and Wales. Sovereign (1689-1694 : William and Mary); William III, King of England, 1650-1702.; Mary II, Queen of England, 1662-1694. 1692 (1692) Wing W2609; ESTC R23280 1,370 1

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