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B02133 The sayings of that reverend and great preacher Mr. S. Charnock, who departed this life on Wednesday the 28 of July, 1680, and was solemnly interred the 30th following. Charnock, Stephen, 1628-1680. 1680 (1680) Wing C3709; ESTC R229137 2,441 1

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