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Letters patent appointing George Ralph Charles Ormsby-Gore Custos Rotulorum of co. Leitrim, 1904.

Notes on the descent of the Jones family of Castellmarch, Caernarfonshire, [18 cent., first quarter]; copies made in 1751 by Ellen and Elizabeth Owen of a manuscript seen at Porkington in the hand of Ellen, sister of Sir Robert Owen, containing a pedigree of Anwyl of Park and notes on the settlement of the Cemais estate; and copies of memoranda by Lewis Anwyl on events affecting the family between 1627 and 1638, with subsequent entries made by William Owen of Llanddyn in 1648 and 1653.

Is surprised at Wyllyam Mawryce's letter, which he received by the bearer; Wyllyam Mawryce 'alledge[s] a lykinge' of the bargain which he concluded, and in which he promised Sir Harry assured payment. Sir Harry is most displeased at Wyllyam Mawryce's breach of payment; Anthony Trappes cannot therefore deal for Wyllyam Mawryce as he would like. Begs Wyllyam Mawryce to be 'of better mynd' when Anthony Trappes sees him shortly, and to make his money ready, so that matters can succeed.

Wyllyam Morrys's short letter gave him long cause for thought in respect of three items, firstly, that Wyllyam Morrys's bargain for the meadow was 'upon your lykinge or levinge'; if this was so why did Wyllyam Morrys agree with Sir Henry in writing to pay him £80 on a certain day and why did he pay interest from Christmas to Easter therfor if the bargain was conditional upon his choice. Cannot remember any other than an absolute bargain, which he earnestly wishes were already performed for the continuation of friendship between Wyllyam Morrys and Sir Henry. Wyllyam Morrys also said that he 'rydd all things' at Quarrington, which Anthony Trappes cannot understand. Wishes to know his mistake in the rent demanded; Wyllyam Morrys has enjoyed it for the three years up to Our Lady Day in Lent last past, paying only £6 rent, which was paid at Quarrington as follows, £4 which Wyllyam Morrys gave to Anthony Trappes before Anthony Trappes went to England and 40s. at Quarrington. How can it be that there is not two years' rent owing? If Wyllyam Morrys had paid the £80 at the appointed time, the year's rent would have been his, and will be if he now does so. Begs Wyllyam Morrys, if he means to have anything from Sir Henry, or wishes Anthony Trappes to work for him, to send the rent on Monday next, or Anthony Trappes will not act on his behalf, for he dare not where Sir Henry is offended. Postscript: Intends to ride on Tuesday; let Wyllyam Morrys write his intentions by the bearer.

Intends to enclose Sir Henry Lee's ground at Candlemas and wishes to know Wyllyam Mauryce's plans for his part of the enclosure which is thirty roods. Is driven by his folly in choosing a part of sandy ground to enclose the same with rails upon great charge, wherefore begs for Wyllyam Mauryce's advice because thirty roods is the whole sandy ground and Twenty thereof are to be fenced by Anthony Trappes and the other ten between Wyllyam Mauryce and Anthony Trappes as part of the sixty roods between them. Postscript: Promise to repay shortly part of his old debt. Further postscript: Request to be good to 'this pore man', whom if Anthony Trappes should 'enterteyne in his facultye', he will not regret when Anthony Trappes & Wyllyam Mauryce meet.

Has not forgotten his promised furtherance for [ ] or Wyllyam Maurice's former requests, with regard to which he informs [ ] of two things, one that he is determined to leave [ ] and the county, the other that Sir Richard Lee and Anthony Trappes, or Anthony Trappes alone, intend to be at [ ] about next Whitsun without fail, when Anthony Trappes will do his best to place Wyllyam Maurice to his content. Let Wyllyam Maurice think of his 'decayed medowe' for it must rule all. Hears that Wyllyam Maurice and others are determined to exhibit a complaint to the King [ ] the castle; wishes them to delay in case it hinders the other matter. Postscript: Has married a gentlewoman who will not let him live at [ ] by whom he has a 'fayre gentleman's howse' and £50 a year with household stuff and plate. Torn.

Answers of Sir William Maurice, Owen ap John ap David ap Meredith, and others, to an information exhibited by Robert Wynn, gent., concerning title to Cefn Pervedd and Tyddyn y Wenffrwd in the township of Penyved, Caernarfonshire. The defendants admit that Wynn recovered Cefn Pervedd by due process of law, but the deputy sheriff was partial to him, and instead of measuring out 40 acres of land on that part of the tenement which is without a house, the allotment was extended by 40 acres into Tregest and into Sir William's freehold of Tyddyn y Wenffrwd where there was a house (Gesail Gyfarch on the east and Garnedd Hir on the south). The other defendants answer that the informer and others were carrying hay from Tyddyn y Wenffrwd through a gap made in a stone wall or hedge into Gesail Gyfarch. Sir William was in South Wales at the time. Owen ap John protested, but he and other defendants were subjected to an armed attack by the informant, his wife and others.

Answer of William Maurice to a complaint by Thomas Ellis and others, executors of the will of Eliza ap Cadwaladr, relating to the defendant's intrusion on Cwm Allt y Mynach Bach in Tregest, which the Ellis family claim to be their freehold. Plaintiff admits that the adjoining holding of Cwm Allt y Mynach Mawr, consisting of 200 acres of pasture is crown land. William Maurice claims that the combined holding is crown property, that the Ellis family intruded on Cwm Allt Mynach Bach and that in consequence he brought an action against them in Chancery.

Memorial of a grant of an annuity of £20 per annum issuing out of a m. and lands called Oerly Hall, Oswestry, 14 Nov. 1840; Grant by Mrs Jane Ormsby-Gore to J. R.Ormsby-Gore of a rent charge of £10 issuing out of lands called Glyn, co. Mer., of a like rent charge of £10 out of lands called Carnbwll, Llandisilio, co. Mont., and of a like rent charge out of lands in co. Caern, 25 Aug. 1860; grant by Mrs M. J.Ormsby- Gore to W. R. Ormsby-Gore of a rent charge of £10 out of land called Glyn, co. Mer., and lands called Carnbwll, co. Mont., and a capital m. called Cleneney, co. Caern, 5 Dec. 1863; and grant by J. R. Ormsby-Gore to W. R. Ormsby-Gore.of a rent charge of £10out of hereditaments in cos. Mer., Mont., Caern., Denb. and Shropshire, 1 Jan. 1870

Sends by the bearer the money which John Brynkir received in South Wales. Hopes that the suit between him and Sir Harri Jones is at an end, and that he will have no need to travel to London as often as he has done of late. Her son, William Brynkir, had promised his money to a man of Lleyn before William Maurice's letter arrived; nevertheless he has disappointed him in order to help his uncle. His corn at Caernarvon lies unthreshed by reason of women's unquietness. Humphre Bodurda' [Bodwrdda] wife is very angry because she can have no straw. They threshed but one little rick in all. Prays him to buy some hops and wick yarn to make candles. Sends a note of what money she has and has not received. She has seven pounds of her own money in the house and was fain to disburse it for things needful. Mr Richardson has sent for money and she has sent him three pounds. Postscript: Prays him to buy some onions since there are none to be had for money. Also a dozen little 'sasers' [saucers] and some 'bauket'. Has no token to send him but her blessing and her daily prayer. The gloves he sent were too small for her.

Has done her best to get him money and cannot prevail. Rowland Griffith is going to Llanbadarn, and on his return she will provide what she can. Wishes to know whether her son, Richard Evans, can stand William Maurice any help by coming to London. Her leg has grieved her sore this three weeks so that she knows not what she does. Her old servant, Hugh ap John, is dead a fortnight before Christmas. Postscript: Lady Maurice and Jane Awbrey send their commendations. They all had a solitary Christmas by reason of his absence.

The bearer Richard Anwell, Anne Wen Brynkir's son-in-law, sent to her to know if she had anything to send to London, and lest he should think her angry with him for his marriage, she has thought good to write by him some part of her brother's business. She knows William Maurice's need of money is great. Owen Ellis provides what he can both in money and letters, especially to William Maurice's worthy friend Sir Francis Dasey, from Sir John Wine. There has been a family conference about the jury, at which her son, Ellis Brynkir, her cousin Morice Johns, her daughter Margaret, her nephew Roland Griffiths, and herself were present. Four of the jury are prepared to come to London either Saturday or Monday next. The fifth may not come because he is their friend. His name is Robert ap William Pricharde. Morice Johns thinks that Ellis Brynkir should let his wife go to her sister, Lady Eure, for advice about the jury. She will, God willing, go forth on Friday next as hard as the weather is; and on Saturday Morice Johns goes after her to Porkinton, and hence on Monday to London. A letter from William Maurice's attorney, Mr Johns, has arrived, inquiring about the commission in the matter between him and wife of John ap Richard ap Eleesa. She sent the latter to Morice Johns who has appointed a place and commissioners, and sent a note by Mr John Thomas, Coytreffe, to the Council. News about the execution of another commission at Dolbenmaen. Her cousin, Robert Griffith Lloyd, is dead, and was buried on New Year's Day. Her niece, Anne Thomas Owen, was angry because they did not go to the burial, but the weather was so extreme. Has not heard anything of the 'mile stones' from Frulude [Ffriddlwyd] yet, which is a great hindrance. Urges William Maurice to take no care for any other matters here at home, for, God willing, the writer will do what she is able till death. Sends commendations from Lady William Maurice, her cousin Jane Griffith, her daughter Margaret, her niece Jane Awbrey, and her niece Margaret Morice, with the rest of her brother's well-willing friends. Her son, Ellis Brynkir, also prays for him and would have a letter. His grandchild, Margaret Evans, humbly thanks him for her token and 'we' for our gloves. Postscript: Begs her brother not to set the tenement of Garreg Velen until she sees him. 'Take no notice that Richard Anwill is married'.

Has received William Mauris's letter by Robine Lloyd. Will do her best to accomplish all his wishes therein about Harlech Fair. William Mauris's tenants complain for money because the weather is so extreme. Has not yet received the money from her cousin John Wyne of Bodruon; her cousin Rowland Griffith sets forth for South Wales today, the 24th, and she charges him to do his best to get William Mauris's money without fail. As for the garreg velen, set half the tenement to Cadwalader ap John as he says William Mauris promised; he will refer to William Mauris for the rent. The other half they keep until William Mauris comes home. As for cevene a meicedd, no-one dwells there yet, for the fellow who intended to come there took a great dislike to see it so decayed. Her cousin Moris Johns come to London; she will be very glad if William Mauris can agree with him and wishes it with all her heart, for the place is good and convenient. The award has come home by John Thomas Wyttre and is with William Mauris's lady. The report is that it is not of William Mauris's side as he is to blame to trust any of them. 'My lady' and Anne Wen Brinkyr's cousin Jane Griffith are well, but William Mauris's brother Robert has not been half well since William Mauris went away. Anne Wen Brinkyr's daughter Margret Brinkyr was today brought to bed of a girl. The bishop of Bangor is not half well. Mr Williams the owner of the great ship at Barmouth went home a week ago, and Anne Wen Brinkyr had £23 worth of corn, wine and cloth from him. Was eager to pay him before he went, which he had before the time appointed. He means to return soon. Postscript: Sent to her cousin Roberd Lloyd to see if he would provide William Mauris's money against Robin Lloyd's coming down. William Mauris shall know more from Anne Wen Brinkyr by Robert Lloyd of other matters. Asks William Mauris to remember to buy sugar, [ ], pepper and currants. There are enough raisins to be had for 3d. a pound at Barmouth.

Part of her former letter is vain, because Lady Eure is at the Council, so that Margaret did not go to Porkington. About the money, Ellis Brynkir brought her ten pounds, and William Maurice's servant, William ap William, 40s. The rest is promised by Sunday next, and Robert Lloyd will set out either Monday or Tuesday next with so much money as can be procured. Her son-in-law, Richard Evans, is being entreated to come to London to see what help he can be; Ellis also hopes to have twenty pounds of Richard Anwell if need be. A drover has kept Ellis's money - though he sends often for it, he cannot get it. Strangers have come the first week in Lent - namely her nephew Thomas Wyne of Morva Maure and his wife. Entreats him to send home 'some linge and a firking of holand yeeles', and what else he may think good. More hops needed against March, and spices especially ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg. The commission has been executed at Dolbenmaen.

She knows her correspondent longs to hear that this troublesome commission is at an end late last night. Their commissioners say that they are much the better side though Robert Ellis brags hard and brought all the country in as witnesses. Pray acquaint 'my Lady' that the depositions are delivered to Mr Meirig by consent to have them copied if both parties agree, to save charges of either side to have them copied instead of copying the records, which will come to a great deal. So that Sir Robert must send to the Colonel to know whether he would have them copies. If not, her ladyship must speak to Mr John Edwards to have them copied of the records in London and bring them down with him and the writer will pay for them. Edwards can be found at the Sugar Loaf in Chancery Lane. The Bishop and Dean must be solicited to make an end by letters or to meet and make and end by Candlemas, for the order of the court is that there must be an end put to it before that time. Affectionate aunt. PS This comes by cousin Catty Wynne to Bala on her way home. The wedding at Brinkir - that is cousin Margaret's - is to be yesterday month.

Thanks her for acquainting her with the news of Madam Ellen's recovery. She was much troubled when she had a letter from Mrs Twistleton. Not having heard anything since, she sent on purpose to know how she is, as well as the rest of the good company. She encloses bills for what she has returned for Sir Robert, and so much money as will make up £700. She desires an acquittance from Mrs Owen's hands for all that has been received by her; by next time the writer will produce notes of what she has received and from whom. There was a rumour in those parts that Sir Robert was like to pass himself off for £2,500 which she hopes is altogether untruth. She thinks it is better for his interests and Madam Jane's that he should be as he is than to adventure on so small a fortune, and when St Andrew's is past she hopes he will be in a condition to have more: the recipient will also receive another note complete of what has been raised on the tenements, but no more is to be expected for this year, for she has let all the tenements except Arddu Bach. She has demanded the rent charge of 1/10 due upon the house and tenement of Charles of Penmorfa. He says he will not pay them unless he be forced to it. PS She had almost forgotten to add that Mrs Jones of Caernarvon had bosses in their burying place of Llanbeblig for her maids and her brother's maid, which the writer caused to be removed. Mrs Jones also disowns any right the Owens have in the chancel of the town church, though the writer knows it to be otherwise. How she has agreed with Maurice Griffith about his great repairs, she will let them know hereafter.

Encloses a paper from the Bishop of Bangor, which is erroneous as she may well aver if required. As for Cefn Trefor, she refers Lady Owen to Madam Ellen's letter. Is sincerely glad to hear of Lady Owen's safe arrival home in good health. William Glynne has not been at Clenennau since the time that Mr Randole Wynne was there with him. Is grateful for the paper which came by Thomas Ellis. If her watch is ready she would be glad to have it by the next that comes. Hearty respects to Sir Robert, Madam Jane, Cousin Betty Wynne, Mr William, Mr John, Mrs Betty and Cousin Catherine Williams. PS She will send Owen Humffrey down with the money if Lady Owen wishes. Pray tell Mr Hanmer that the present tenant of the purchased lands declares it to be too dear at the rate it is, and that the taxes are to be allowed him. (A copy enclosed of a paper relating to lands (in Eifionydd) adjudged to Sir Robert Owen by the awards.).

'Most dear and reverend mother my bounden duty unto your ladyship craving your daily blessing', etc.. Thanks her ladyship that she has such a motherly care as to send her men and horse for the writer. But the messengers came upon a sudden, and she was not furnished with all things according to her mind, nor has she acquainted her uncle as is fitting. But will discharge her duty at any other time if she can come at a reasonable time. Her brother will furnish her with men and horses. No need to trouble her mother to send any more messengers.