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Petitioners Seek New Representative and End to Maladministration
The text pleads for a new representative to exclude lawyers and corrupt influences, aims to hasten justice for the poor, and end perpetual arrests. It cites Worcester deliverances and appeals to restore laws, rights, and liberties, naming subscribers and praying for mercy and lawful judgment. The document notes Parliament’s order to publicize sermons and appoint preachers to Marlborough? Church and Magdalen College leadership for weekly arts and religious instruction.
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Worcester
Thomas Goodwin
Owen
Owes Deane
Church
Magdalen Chedge
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