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Finds by the bearer, William Morice's 'alieswoman', who was wholly directed in that match by Owen Vaughan's late wife, William Morice's kinswoman, that she holds herself wronged by Gruffith ap Richard and Robert ap Richard from William Morice's neighbourhood; Owen Vaughan refers to her own relation the manner thereof. Some part of that estate is common to William Morice as he best knows. But since she is unwilling to have any dealings in law with William Morice, Owen Vaughan, as he would be ready to do for William Morice within his quarters if required, must entreat William Morice to give her satisfaction and contentment from himself and the other parties by a friendly arbitrable end, such as may answer the equity of her demand, so that she is not forced to use the law. She will be very thankful and Owen Vaughan will be ready to acknowledge the same or any kindness William Morice does her. Commits her and her cause to William Morice's good consideration.

Thanks for William Maurice's letter and news. Concerning their meeting at Pwllheli, wrote to William Maurice yesterday by a messenger by whom he sends also a letter to Sir Thomas Smyth, which he asks William Maurice to sign. Seconds his former desire and asks William Maurice to be at Pwllheli by 11 o'clock on Wednesday at the latest. Hopes William Maurice will acquit John Gruffyth that there could be no-one more willing for what might be for the county's good than himself; expected his forwardness therein to be respected by a similar readiness to observe the suddenness of their warning. Is now resolved to remember himself and not to rely on others' courtesies any longer. Has already taken order for levying the mise in his limit and will not be found wanting in his duty. Finds William Maurice inclining to the same course of safety, and is telling him of his determination, but William Maurice may do as he thinks fit.

Upon coming to London found a strange alteration. The Earl of Somerset is committed to the Dean of Westminster, with Sir Oliver St John appointed as his keeper, and Lady Somerset is confined to Lord Knollys's house, great with child and near her time. Mrs Turner, a gentlewoman of Lady Somerset, is committed to the sheriff of London. Whiteackers, a gentleman of the Earl of Somerset, is committed. Weston, a fellow preferred by Mrs Turner's means to the lieutenant of the Tower, was appointed to wait on Sir Thomas Overburie when he lived a prisoner in the Tower. This man was examined and confessed to have received by the hands of some of the above named three or four sorts of poison which he gave Overbury, of which he died; [Weston] had for his reward £200. This fellow is indicted for poisoning him [Overbury], and upon his arraignment stands mute and refuses ordinary trial. Time will discover more. Mallory and Massy are competitors for the bishopric of Chester. Massy is too strong and has taken a better way. Finds Mallory's business 'slubred', but will to his best to make it fair again, which he fears will be a great and difficult work. Henry Rowlands shall receive the scarlet by Rowland ap Robert. Commends himself to his cousin Mrs Rowlands and to the Dean, Archdeacon and Chancellor. Endorsed: 'Rowland White, as to the poisoning of Sir Thos Overbury'.

Received William Maurice's letter late on Saturday 4 Nov. Has fulfilled the business therein commanded by William Maurice as nearly as he could. The time was short for William Maurice's bill in chancery against William Lewes Anwyl and Hugh ap Edward and for William Maurice's other process against Robert ap John ap Humffrey. Brought them to Mr Humffry Lloyd, William Maurice's proctor, who could do nothing until the Monday ten days after the receipt of William Maurice's letter, for there was no court day before. He will then do what he can therein. As for the presentment and his confession, which Dr Lloyd had, put them in court and an excommunication was granted, but before it was sealed, Dr Rydle, who sits under the vicar general in that court, received a letter from Mr Puleston of Emrall on behalf of Robert ap John ap Humffrey and by that means it was stayed. Mr Brynkir labours what he can in that behalf. Cannot tell William Maurice to how it will prove. William Maurice's cause against Sir Richard Bulkley is to be tried next term as William ap William has written to William Maurice in former letters. They sued out a writ of destringas a decem tales and that is returnable on 30 Jan. at the Exchequer bar as aforesaid. If William Maurice follows Mr John Lloyd's directions he will not fail to be at the trial himself for his own credit. Has no other news to write to William Maurice but what he and Mr Brynkir have written before except that the Lord Chamberlain is committed to the tower and Sir Thomas Hawart to the Fleet for some speeches he uttered. Sir George Moor is lieutenant of the Tower, Lord Pembroke, as men think, will be Chamberlain and Lord Essex Master of the King's Horse. This is the rumour; does not know how it will fall. As for the cause against John ap Hoell ap Owen and others, calls on William Maurice's attorneys and counsellors daily. William Maurice asks the price of spices; both pepper and sugar have risen. Pepper is 2s.8 a pound and sugar 17d. or 18d. Postscript: The sheriffs' names are these: John Lloyd of Rhiwaedog for Merionethshire, Mr William Gruffith of Caernarvon and Hugh Lewes ap Hoell ap Ierwerth of Anglesey.

Understands by the bearer, Ralph Eure's servant Robert Winne, that William Maurice seeks to vex the latter by a multiplicity of causeless suits, and unjustly, as he alleges, disturbs him in the possession of those lands which William Maurice knows and acknowledges he lately recovered by order of law, and that William Maurice in Robert Winne's absence has ploughed up some of those lands. Either Robert Winne must rest satisfied to be prejudiced in the right of his inheritance or otherwise in the defence thereof, breach of the peace and the hazard of further mischiefs is likely to ensue. Though Ralph Eure could interpose his authority for the prevention of both of these courses, and judicially order it, he had rather that on his motion and out of respect for him, William Maurice as deputy lieutenant and Robert Winne as his servant will in some friendly manner compromise the suits and differences between them, since they are such near neighbours and kindred, to friends chosen by both of them; Ralph Eure will willingly become umpire if they differ. Until William Maurice accords thus, or Ralph Eure receives an answer from him by letter and knows his resolution, asks William Maurice to cease both his suits before Sir Daniell Dunne, since the parties between whome 'those broiles' were are now by Ralph Eure's medication agreed, and to forbear these violent courses which Robert Winne complains William Maurice attempts upon his land. In this Ralph Eure cannot but inform him that he expected a more befitting respect, if not towards Robert Winne, yet towards Ralph Eure, from William Maurice. Having formerly endeavoured an end in the differences between them and settled a peaceable course, Ralph Eure had thought before William Maurice had undertaken these suits of charge (will not say vexation) in London, and these forcible entries here in the country, that William Maurice would either have acquainted William Maurice with his purposes, or have made known to William Maurice that the occasions were offered by Robert Winne, wherein Ralph Eure could have presently ordered Robert Winne to make satisfaction, if he had been faulted. Will not further urge this until he hears from William Maurice.

Has motioned before his livery cloak, in remembrance of his old service to Lady Maurice and to them both during his life, not for profit but as the gift of the giver which he would esteem a treasure to his comfort. Upon receipt thereof by the bearer, will come to William Morryce to acknowledge his duty and is ready upon command to do what service he can.

Thought good to draw up his award between William Morris and Ralph Eure's servant Wynn the more speedily, since he sees death and sickness taking away some of their society, having visited Sir Richard Luckener to Ralph Eure's great grief. Since William Morris relied principally on Ralph Eure, the latter thought good to perform the office of a friend which he owes William Morris and in which he will continue. Prays William Morris to 'contynew yor love with my servant hereafter' so that there are no unkindnesses or unfitting suits between them; challenges William Morris by his faithful promise.

Wishes to be remembered to William Maurice, her ladyship and his father and mother. Has no leisure because of the messenger's haste to write to them. Hopes his father has recovered from his sickness and that they are all well at Clenennau. Came up to London hoping to have something of the Lord Chancellor after the bishop of Bangor's death, but it was all gone and promised a month before he came. Lord Pembroke wrote a very earnest, kind letter on William Brinkir's behalf to the Chancellor about Aberdaron, and spoke most effectually in William Brinkir's hearing to Sir John Egerton to move his father that William Brinkir might have it, with a promise of far greater kindness for any friend of Sir John's if it stood in his lordship's power to perform it. The Lord Chancellor had already given his promise to one of his own chaplains and could not recall it, but he told William Brinkir that he would willingly please him thereafter in anything he could and that he would satisfy his lordship therewith. Dr Williams of Rhuthun and Dr Lewis, who was with William Maurice at Clenennau, and one Dr [Lewis] Bayly, who once lived with her ladyship at Abermarlais, stand for 'our' bishopric. It is not yet known who will have it; will write to William Maurice as soon as he hears of any certainty. Has no news to write. Postscript: A stationer of London sent this book, which is a speech by the King, to William Maurice. Saw no-one to bring it down before now.

The bearer, David ap Robert's son, requested her to write to William Morice on his behalf, asking William Morice to commend him to the bishop of Bangor. He is a very good scholar and will deserve William Morice's commendation. Asks William Morice for her sake to deal as effectually as he can for him, because 'he is one I wishe very well unto'.

As William Maurice respected Robert Vaughan's father while he was alive, entreats his love and furtherance for Robert Vaughan and his. Knowing how highly his father regarded Gwen verch Ieuan, except that she yielded to match with Robert Vaughan's uncle, her last husband, at the motion of Robert Vaughan's mother, is at this instant pressed to desire William Maurice to allow her by his means to enjoy her own in quietness, and that all suits or dislikes shall be brought to a loving end. Would by this bind her to pray for William Maurice and Robert Vaughan to rest thankful.

Presuming on William Maurice's kind disposition, has detained a certain sum in his hands, for which he finds William Maurice expects present payment, or he will put Henry Johnes to further charge than Henry Johnes thought William Maurice would put one who had been so little trouble to him. If William Maurice continues his intended course, as Henry Johnes hopes he will not, considering the many great sums he has received from Henry Johnes, William Maurice will more than hinder Henry Johnes than at first that little could please him. Now is a dear time to provide money and Henry Johnes has parted with great sums and craves William Maurice's forebearance. William Maurice shall find him as unwilling to be asked a penny by any man as now he is unable to satisfy William Maurice unless he much hinders himself. If he is driven to that extremity, must attribute it to his fortune to be no more esteemed by those who should by nature better care and further his good. But does not doubt that William Maurice will have a feeling consideration of his occasions and give him some further time without charge to provide the money; he shall find Henry Johnes thankful for it.

Expected that William Moris, according to his promise, upon sending for the trunk and stuff to Oswestry, would have sent the money he promised. Requests him to send it by the bearer, Cadwalder Hughes, Richard Gruffyth's neighbour.

Received William Maurice's letter together with which William Maurice sent William Lacone a letter which Maurice Robyns had written long ago to William Maurice touching him, which Maurice Robyns neither can nor will deny, whatever it contains. William Maurice further writes that Maurice Robyns should deal honestly with him because he did not send William ap William hither. Desires William Maurice's men and all others with whom Maurice Robyns has dealt to lay what dishonesty they are able to his charge. Seeks only his own, and very often has much ado to come by it. William Maurice writes that Maurice Robyns countenanced his kinsman to abuse Marie Gruffythe; it is not so, for neither did he abuse her, as Sir William Thomas and Sir Richard Gwynne, who had the examining of the matter, can tell, nor did Maurice Robyns countenance him in that or any other unlawful action. Would have William Maurice think that 'all is not gospell that they speake', as is very well known to most in the town. When the matter is tried, it shall then be known who is wronged and foully abused, both in the church at prayers and sacrament time and abroad, by Marie and her sister, so that Maurice Robyns cannot be permitted quietly to read prayers or administer the sacrament without interruption. Were it not that they look to be countenanced by William Maurice, as appears by his letter to the Chancellor, by their report, it would be otherwise, for the minister should be of all places quiet in the church and especially at prayer time. Trusts that when the bishop comes, he will see all these misdemeanours and their like severely punished, for Maurice Robyns must tell William Maurice 'for a truthe upon good proofe', that Marie Gruffythe did not stick to speak ill of all the clergy in generall, terming them 'develes and blacke dogges', words worthy of extreme punishment. Thinks that whoever bolsters her in these words shall find enough to do, and the bishop will without doubt think the worse of him and will perhaps inflict great punishment upon the offenders. Long may he [the bishop] be in health, for Maurice Robyns hears very honourably of him, that he will not see any of the poor ministers of his diocese abused, as long as they behave themselves honestly in their calling, although nowadays they are little set by. The bishop will defend their honest cause against rich or poor.

Presuming upon the more than vulgar affection which William Maurice has always borne towards learning and the professors thereof, and upon the undeserved promises which William Maurice and his good lady made John Davies when he was at Clenennau, humbly entreats them to solicit the bishop on his behalf when he comes to the country. Begs William Maurice to be mindful of him; his means are very small and his father is a poor man, unable to provide for him, having already pinched himself to bring John Davies to that learning to which he has already attained. Is therefore driven to come to William Maurice for succour, as his chief refuge next to God, not doubting that William Maurice, according to his wonted care for others of John Davies's state, will remember him when the bishop comes. Meanwhile craves pardon for his boldness, with continual prayers for the health and prosperity of William Maurice and 'my good ladie'.

The poor bearer, Humffrey Jones's man and William Maurice's late servant, an agent, with others of William Maurice's servants by William Maurice's appointment and directions, in keeping possession of and chasing off cattle from the lands in variance between William Maurice and his neighbour Robert ap John ap Humfrey, was made the principal plaintiff to bring an information in his name at the Council of the Marches for some supposed misdemeanour committed by Robert ap John ap Humfrey and his people. All the differences were afterwards mediated by Lord Eure, the late Lord President, and upon the non-prosecution of the information the poor fellow was fined some five marks or thereabouts, which still comes in charge against him to the sheriff. If he is taken thereupon, all his means will not discharge it. Therefore craves William Maurice's favour on the bearer's behalf, that William Maurice, now having other occasion to go to the Council, will take some course for the discharge thereof, since he became subject thereto by William Maurice's means and occasion. William Maurice will therein do a very charitable deed and Humffrey Jones will acknowledge it on the bearer's behalf, howsoever lies in his power. Postscript: Mr Rowland White of Beaumaris has some timber bestowed upon him in Merionethshire by diverse of his friends, which is lying ready sawed and squared. He desires the help of his worthy friends in these parts and their tenants to have them carried to the waterside to be loaded. Among the rest, has special directions to solicit William Maurice as Rowland White's friend, for William Maurice's furtherance therein. Parson Rowlands of Harlech and one Anthony David Lloyd will say where the timber is, if William Maurice will leave directions with his tenants to help the carriage upon notice being given to them.

John Lloyd, Ludlow, to Sir William Maurice, kt, at the house of Mistress Willington at the sign of the Swan in 'Powles Chayre neere Powles churche', London. Since William Maurice's departure, diverse motions have been made on both sides in William Maurice's causes, but hopes that the goodness of William Maurice's causes and the due care had by those put in trust to effect William Maurice's affairs have been such that William Maurice's causes have been so managed that upon reading the copies of the orders which Mr John Powell, William Maurice's careful attorney sent him, William Maurice will call to memory what John Lloyd said in William Maurice's chamber when he took his leave, which he hopes he has in all respects performed as far as in him lay. The substance of the orders is that William Maurice's possession shall continue, although no express words to that end are mentioned in the order in respect that it is not needed in respect of William Maurice's former possession until the matter is tried in the Exchequer and the misdemeanours are tried next Trinity Term in the Arches after the causes for the title are heard and censured in the Exchequer, the mean profit to be paid by William Maurice since he was last in possession until the matter is heard at the Exchequer, if the trial falls against William Maurice, which John Lloyd hopes will never happen. If John Lloyd has not been mindful of William Maurice and his causes to his utmost, he is to blame, but refers his censure herein to William Maurice's discretion, and prays that he may be able to perform any service which is pleasant and acceptable to William Maurice. 'Pauca sapienti'. Has done his best according to his duty, and will continue to do so for William Maurice or any of his while he lives. Prays God to defend William Maurice and his from the wicked wiles of his adversaries and to continue His gracious love and favour to William Maurice, continuing also William Maurice's health, welfare and prosperity. Commendations to Mr Thomas Pughe and all William Maurice's followers and servants. Postscript: Sir Henry Towneshend commends himself to William Maurice. Mr Thomas Pughe's friend's ? Lealand appeared but was dispatched out of hand by the appointment of William Maurice's friend Sir Henry Townshend. John Lloyd's intended journey to London is at this time delayed.

The Lord President was at the last assizes in Chester, Flintshire and Denbighshire last April. He stayed in Flintshire and Denbighshire for the whole assizes and thence came to the appearance. On the first night of his return he lay at Sir Edward Broughton's house near Wrexham, and the second and third nights at Sir Edward Kynaston's house. The fourth night, a Monday, he and the Chief Justice lay at Sir Henry Towneshend's house. On Monday 11 May, the Lord President went to London, sent for by the King, as John Lloyd is informed; whether he will return next term is not yet known. Mr Justice also travels to London on Friday 15 May; John Lloyd does not know his occasions. The Lord President took the view and sight of all trained soldiers of Flintshire and Denbighshire and saw them trained, at the time of the assizes he intends to go through all Wales to that end. Mr Samuell Parker, a man of Ludlow worth £20,000 at his death, died last week, having only one daughter. John Lloyd is at this time troubled with an ague. Intends to be in London next term; if William Maurice or any of his servants is there, John Lloyd will not be forgetful of his duty in giving the best directions in William Maurice's cause that he can as the occasion requires. It is credibly reported secretly in Ludlow that a letter lately came to the Lord President mentioning great musters to be held very shortly. Cannot learn the certain time; many are to go forth from all counties in armour. Has no other news.

Journal of Emily Charlotte Seymour, 1844, Sept. 7 - 1845, Sept. 1, and 1847, March 25 - June 13. Includes a description of the early settlement at Port Stanley on the Falkland Islands and the first governor [Richard Clement] Moody, Nov. 1844, and journeys to Callao, Lima and Panama, 1847.

Journal of Emily Charlotte Seymour, 1845, June 5-July 26, and [1847], Sept. 2-20. Contains some grammatical exercises in Spanish.

Official table and individual results slip showing examination marks achieved by George Ralph Charles Ormsby-Gore in his army entrance examinations, 1874, and a certificate for musketry training in the Coldstream Guards, 1878.