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B05703 A proclamation for the security of ministers. At Edinburgh, the thirteenth day of June, one thousand six hundred and sixty seven. Scotland. Sovereign (1649-1685 : Charles II) 1667 (1667) Wing S1937A; ESTC R183561 1,960 1

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