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A65227 Some observations upon the ecclesiastical jurisdiction of the kings of England with an appendix in answer to part of a late book intitled, The King's visitatorial power asserted. Washington, Robert. 1689 (1689) Wing W1029; ESTC R10904 101,939 296

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