B----n, Dec. 8. 1713. To the Honourable the Society for Propogating [sic] the Gospel in Foreign Parts : The representation and request of the ministers, church wardens and vestry of the Church of England in B----n. We are informed by the Honourable G-----l N-------n ... that your Honourable Society have laid before Her Majesty, a particular scheme of settlement for bishops in these American parts.

SeriesEarly American imprints. First series ; no. 39558. ^A478749
General noteIncludes also an address to the Queen, requesting that a bishopric be established in America, and statements by Samuel Myles and Henry Harris regarding the relations of Governor Dudley and other government officials with the Church of England. Cf. Foote, H.W. Annals of King's Chapel, 1882, v. 1, p. 224-225.
General noteBristol and Ford assign an imprint date of 1713; however, Samuel Myles' statement is dated Feb. 17. 17-- [i.e., 1714, New Style].
References Bristol B414
References Shipton & Mooney 39558
References Ford, W.C. Broadsides, 357
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Other titleTo the Honourable the Society for Propogating [sic] the Gospel in Foreign Parts. ...

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