Dictionary of Thieving Slang, 1737

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RUM-Duke

RUM-Duke, a jolly handsome Man, Rum-Dukes, the boldest or stoutest Fellows (lately) amongst the Alsatians, Minters, Sawyards, &c. sent for to remove and guard the Goods of such Bankrupts as intended to take Sanctuary in those Places.

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