Hanging, not punishment enough, for murtherers, high-way men, and house-breakers . Offered to the consideration of the two Houses of Parliament.

An essay humbly offer'd, for an Act of Parliament to prevent capital crimes , and the loss of many lives; and to promote a desirable improvement and blessing in the nation. By George Ollyffe, M.A.

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