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... person in the room , even from those who had never known him or seen him before ? It was not an exqui- site form of person or grandeur of dress , that struck us with admiration . I believe long habits of virtue have a sensible effect on ...
... person in the room , even from those who had never known him or seen him before ? It was not an exqui- site form of person or grandeur of dress , that struck us with admiration . I believe long habits of virtue have a sensible effect on ...
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... person in the fright attempts breathing while the mouth and nos- trils are under water . 2. That the legs and arms are specifically lighter than salt water , and will be supported by it , so that a human body would not sink in salt ...
... person in the fright attempts breathing while the mouth and nos- trils are under water . 2. That the legs and arms are specifically lighter than salt water , and will be supported by it , so that a human body would not sink in salt ...
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... person apprehensive of danger from lightning , happening during the time of thunder to be in a house not so secured , will do well to avoid sitting near the chimney , near a looking glass , or any gilt pictures or wainscot ; the safest ...
... person apprehensive of danger from lightning , happening during the time of thunder to be in a house not so secured , will do well to avoid sitting near the chimney , near a looking glass , or any gilt pictures or wainscot ; the safest ...
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On the criminal laws and the practice of privateering | 51 |
A dialogue between Great Britain France Spain | 107 |
The internal state of America being a true descrip | 121 |
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