Wakeford versus the Bishop of Lincoln : manuscript, 1921 and [ca. 1930].

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Wakeford versus the Bishop of Lincoln : manuscript, 1921 and [ca. 1930].

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An account of the accusation of adultery brought against Rev. John Wakefield by Rev. C. Thomas Moore; with clippings concerning the appeal of Wakefield, who after being found guilty by the Consistory Court of the Diocese of Lincoln appealed to the Privy Council.

1 v. (50 leaves) ; 30 cm.

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According to the Canons of 1604, XLIX-LII, of the Church of England, only those persons whose faith and learning are known to their bishop are licensed to preach. Such is the case because the Anglican bishop has pastoral charge of his entire diocese, and the ministers of that diocese, and the ministers of that diocese are considered to be his assistants. From the description of Church of England licensing document, 1886. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122406060 The major mis...

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