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1. The Importation of Hemp unwrought, is obstructed.
2. The Marsh Grounds on the Coasts, and within Lincoln-shire, Norfolk, Essex, Kent, &c. Formerly Sown with Hemp, either ly waste, or are now for want of a proportionable Consumption Sown with Corn, to an incredible detriment.
3. The Employment and skill, many poor People might attain unto, in Sowing, Planting and Manufacturing such Hemp, either for Netts, Twine, Canvas, Cordage, &c. Is lost, and for want thereof, Rents, and Lands, are fallen, and the Parishes are burthened with such poor.
4. The Nation, if a Warr breaks out, when his Majesties stores are not thoroughly replenished, may ly under a surprize, and either be barr'd the Sound, or be driven to great inconveniences.