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A65942 To King William and Queen Mary, grace and peace The widow Whitrow's humble thanksgiving to the Lord of Hosts, the king of eternal glory, the God of all our mercies, unto whom be glory, glory, and praise for the king's safe return to England. Whitrowe, Joan. 1692 (1692) Wing W2036; ESTC R217355 13,739 18

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