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The writ of summons, addressed to Fermain Lord Clancharlie, concluded
with the accustomed formalities,--
"
We strictly enjoin you, on the faith and allegiance that you owe, to
come and take your place in person among the prelates and peers sitting
in our Parliament at Westminster, for the purpose of giving your advice,
in all honour and conscience, on the business of the kingdom and of the
church."
The reading of the messages being concluded, the Lord Chancellor raised
his voice,--
"
The message of the Crown has been read. Lord Clancharlie, does your
lordship renounce transubstantiation, adoration of saints, and the
mass?"
Gwynplaine bowed.
"
The test has been administered," said the Lord Chancellor.
And the Clerk of the Parliament resumed,--
"His lordship has taken the test."
The Lord Chancellor added,--
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