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A26295 Vox clamantis, or, An essay for the honour, happiness and prosperity of the English gentry, and the whole nation in the promoting religion and vertue, and the peace both of church and state. / by P.A. ... Ayres, Philip, 1638-1712. 1684 (1684) Wing A4314; ESTC R32826 52,049 117

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