Selected quad for the lemma: spirit_n
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A35057
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The judgment of M. Cartwright and M. Baxter concerning separation and the ceremonies
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Cartwright, Thomas, 1634-1689.; Baxter, Richard, 1615-1691.
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1673
(1673)
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Wing C701; ESTC R21747
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13,713
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