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There has been a matter depending in Rhuthun Court between the bearer and one Elissa ap Robert of Trergest, who undertook to pay the bearer £4, as the latter says. Understands that William Maurice has 'a hande' over this man, and therefore, since he knows much money will be spent in this suit before the debt is lost, desires William Maurice to mediate an end between them for his [Sion Parry's] sake. The debt was of one Humfrey Roland for whom Elissa ap Robert undertook to pay. Whatever kindness William Maurice will do the bearer herein, Sion Parry will acknowledge it as done to himself and will rest thankful and ready to requite it.

His lordship insisted on sending the bearer with a letter to William Maurice to know his mind concerning William Brinkir's proceeding in the Llaniestyn business. For his own part, would not for any good in the world seem to draw William Maurice to anything against his will; has always found William Maurice herefore readier to help him than he can ever requite. Told his lordship William Maurice was disappointed of a great sum of money so that he could not help William Brinkir as William Brinkir's matter to fee lawyers and procure sergeant's opinions next term requires. If he has possession as he hopes, the benefice will be worth £100 at least between now and Michaelmas. Would rather have William Maurice manage his fortune than any other even if he had thirty pounds less than from another, but would not have William Maurice strain himself for what he cannot conveniently do for the living. Asks William Maurice to write his mind calmly to his lordship and 'let it fale out as it may deus providebit'. Told his lordship William Maurice had done nothing in his conference with Mr Jones except in relation to his lordship, but he expected mention to have been made thereof in the writing or William Maurice to have informed him by letter. Mr Chauncler is at his benefice in Denbighshire; Mr Jones goes away next Thursday.

Understands that William Maurice has written to Hugh Davies requiring 30s. of Thomas Bodvell, which William Maurice alleges Thomas Bodvell passed his word to him for one John ap William ap Hugh, late constable of Dinllaen, which William Maurice utterly mistakes. It is true that Thomas Bodvell wrote to William Maurice entreating him to forbear with John ap William ap Hugh for as much of the mise as was unpaid in the constable's hands as long as possible, because he knew the constable to be out of money at the time. Similarly William Maurice had written to Thomas Bodvell on behalf of William Gruffith ap Rees of Llecheiddior, to bear with him for William Maurice's sake, which Thomas Bodvell did and is as yet unpaid. Procured the constable to pay 40s. because Thomas Bodvell had written to William Maurice on his behalf. If there is any more due to William Maurice remaining in the constable's hands the mare is sufficient of him to make satisfaction at William Maurice's demands.

William Maurice has sent for the money that Henry Johnes owes him. Confesses he is in Henry Johnes's debt and will repay him as soon as he can. Entreats William Maurice's patience at this time and will pay for them; if he could get money for anything at this time William Maurice would not have sent for them. Had a hundred pounds' worth of cattle to sell and could not [...] for them and therefore is forced to keep them until May. Asks for an acquittance for his mother's £300 and £20 for last year. Will see William Maurice himself after the holidays and will do his best for William Maurice's money. William Maurice wrote for a gelding for Henry Johnes's mother; has no horse that is quiet enough for her to ride. Wishes to be remembered to Sir William Thomas and his lady, desiring him to pardon Henry Johnes for withholding his own from him, but will pay the money. Postscript: His wife remembers herself to her aunt Janne Grefid and thanks Henry Johnes's mother and William Maurice for her token. His wife will get a token for his aunt.

Has sued out on William Morice's last letter four processes out of the Exchequer and sends them by the bearer, along with a note of the charges thereof and of other disbursements since William ap William's departure. All business goes forward well. Postscript: The bill of costs against John ap Howell ap Owen is drawn up and ready to be preferred against the day the Lord Chancellor appoints. Let William Morice keep the book in the county which will save much ado to find the records. William Morice shall receive by the bearer the commission to examine witnesses between him and Robert Wyn ap John ap Humfr' and others. Begs William Morice's pardon for his writing, for he has very sore eyes. Endorsed. Has caused appearances for all four defendents in the office of Exchequer and as yet the plaintiff has not declared. Will have good costs if there is no declaration by the first of Dec.

John Gruffyth and William Maurice are required by the latest letters, which William Maurice received yesterday, to a further care of the King's service, that according to former directions no necessary provision be found wanting. These frequent admonitions leave them 'unexcusable'; it behoves them to be slow no longer in their strict duties, lest they be overtaken unprovided. Asks William Maurice to write to him by the bearer giving his assent to the subscribing of his name to John Gruffyth's warrants and to whatever else may be requisite for the furtherance of the service. Will be most willing for William Maurice to have similar liberty with John Gruffyth's power to assist him.

Received these letters of the Privy Council on 16 Sept. They were not signed by the rest of the lords for some important business which caused their absence. Sends copies enclosed, requesting them with all diligence to see due and swift execution thereof, seeing the imminence of danger. Endorsed: Note of receipt at Caernarvon, 27 Sept. 1614.

Desires William Maurice's favour on behalf of Ellis ap Hughe of Penllyn, Roger Mostyn's servant, who holds certain lands adjoining his as William Maurice's tenant. Wishes William Maurice to allow him to remain his tenant, paying yearly the same as others. Is hopeful William Maurice will not deny such a reasonable request. The fellow will remain very thankful to William Maurice and Roger Mostyn will be ready to further William Maurice's desires however he may. Leaves his request to William Maurice's consideration. Endorsed on No. 301a.

Excuses himself for not calling at Clenennau on his way home; was informed at Penmorfa that William Maurice had gone to Bangor to meet the Justices and the news from William Maurice's grandchild Mrs Owen was so slender as not to be worth delivering or hearing. Thomas Owen's business with his own affairs, especially his commission, is such that he hardly has time to come to William Maurice. Tried all his wits and 'tost them like a tonnys ball' but could not draw 'her' to a compromise in the differences between 'you'. Urged that good would redound to her if she listened to William Maurice's counsel and referred the present odds to William Maurice's courtesy and that prejudice daily grew by their division, instancing Robert ap John ap Humfrey's recovery etc. If there were no great hindrance except her consent, by reason of the reversion, [urged her] to join William Maurice in a reconciliation. She answered that she knew no cause of difference on her part; if there were any, it was on William Maurice's. As for the titles they wholly concerned William Maurice's being in possession, etc. She hoped William Maurice would do his utmost for his own good to preserve his ancient estate from impeachment without cause or title which if there be, she hopes William Maurice will take the best course to an agreement, believing that there is no adverse party in those titles that would not rather lose than stand out with William Maurice. She further hopes William Maurice will rather do her good than any hindrance to the maintenance of herself and eight children, whom in Thomas Owen's opinion she brings up well. She will be ready at William Maurice's command, embracing his blessing, to show him all kind offices, and to come to the county on good terms. Understands William Maurice has 'compromitted' once again the matter between him and Robert ap John ap Humfrey. If William Maurice thinks Thomas Owen's presence would stand him in any stead, Thomas Owen will be ready. Would like to be informed when William Maurice's man goes to London and whether he may use him if necessary in the matter between him and Mr Williams; would give him some consideration.