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A47209 A testimony against gaming, musick, dancing, singing, swearing and peoples calling upon God to damn them. As also against drinking to excess, whoring, lying, and cheating. Commended to the consciences of all people in the sight of God, but more especially to those, who keep publick houses. Kelsall, John. 1696 (1696) Wing K246C; ESTC R218590 6,717 1

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