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A85791 The heads of some sermons preached at Finnick, the 17 of August. 1662 By Mr William Guthry upon Matth. 14: 24, 25, 26. Guthrie, William, 1620-1665. 1680 (1680) Wing G2275B; ESTC R228467 46,400 69

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