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An abstract of the former pretended laws of excise from the beginning, and of the...
Catalogue reference: SP 116/355
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An abstract of the former pretended laws of excise from the beginning, and of the present laws of excise, relating to the duty on spirits imported, commonly called brandy, and on strong-waters perfectly made. No imprint, [?between 1667 and 1670]
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- Taxation
- Food and drink
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State Papers: Gazettes and Pamphlets: England
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