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[COMMITTEE FOR MANAGING THE PROTESTANT OATH BILL, FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE ANCIENT CHURCH OF SCOTLAND]. An authentic statement of the proceedings of the members of the ancient church of scotland, residing in london. Respecting the mode of administering oaths.

London. Printed for T. Becket, [1784]. First edition.
8vo. 23pp, [1]. Disbound. Spotted and a trifle stained. Later manuscript date to foot of p.23.
The first edition of a pamphlet issued by members of the Church of Scotland calling for the removal of legislation that required them when swearing upon a Bible in a court of law to kiss the book, rather than merely raise a hand.
ESTC T162178.
£ 50.00 Antiquates Ref: 21445