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Fears of French invasion : August 6th, 1801

Had a large Parcel of Papers brought to me this Evening by a Stranger containing directions in case of an Invasion with a Letter from the Bishop requesting the Clergy to be attentive and active in the same It hurried and affected me a great deal indeed It contained directions what is to be done in case of a real Invasion - An Account of all Stock to be taken & to be removed & c. & c.

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