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A79320 By the King. A proclamation, for quieting the Post-Master-General in the execution of his office. England and Wales. Sovereign (1660-1685 : Charles II); Charles II, King of England, 1630-1685. 1661 (1661) Wing C3398; Thomason 669.f.26[48]; ESTC R210892 1,199 1

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