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A95510 The resolver, or, A short vvord, to the large question of the times. Concerning the Parliament: and confirming the proceedings about the King. Being, a letter written to a deare friend, tending to satisfie him. At least, to shew the authour rationall, in approving the proceedings of the Army. / Imprimatur Gilbert Mabbot. N. T. 1649 (1649) Wing T40; Thomason E527_10; ESTC R205667 7,749 8

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