Autograph letter signed from Abraham Cheare, Plymouth, to Colonel Robert Bennet, London [manuscript], 1654 November 19.

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Autograph letter signed from Abraham Cheare, Plymouth, to Colonel Robert Bennet, London [manuscript], 1654 November 19.

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Discusses the establishment of a Baptist Association in Cornwall, probably the beginnings of the Western Baptist Association; outlines Cheare's efforts and asking for Bennet's help in finding a suitable minister in London for the Church, possibly John Knowles or Hanserd Knollys.

2 leaves ; 30 x 19 cm.

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