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Arranging about the transaction of some business between his son-in-law, John Pugh, and Owen Wynn. Mutilated.

Articles to be considered by the commissioners of array and peace for Caernarfonshire, propounded by his Grace of York, at Caernarfon, and to which an answer is expected to be given to my Lord Byron:. (1) My Lord Byron having retreated from Chester, whether he shall be welcome in these counties?. (2) Whether the county will give entertainment to 200 foot and some gentlemen on horseback?. (3) Whether entertainment will be given to 50 horsemen of Holt Castle, under Lord St Pawl, and to 80 of my Lord Byron's who offer themselves to the government of the Commissioners of Array?. (4) How many of the following are fit to be entertained: 100 men from Ireland taken up at Denbigh by Lord St Pawl, and complained of for plundering, and about 90 from Beeston and Latham generally commended for their carriage, and about 70 of my Lord Byron's horse who have lately taken up foot-arms under Capt. Robert Pue?. (5) As to provisioning the garrisons of Caernarfon and Conwy. (6) Answer to be given to my Lord Byron at Conwy either in person or in writing.

Order by General Mytton granting protection to the person and estate of John Price of Derwen, Denbighshire.

William Salusbury at Denbigh Castle to John Salusbury and Thomas Wynn, collectors and assessors of the mise for the parish of Llanrwst, Denbighshire. Order for levying a sum of money for the maintenance of 300 men and a troop of horse. Mutilated.

Has yet too good an opinion of his loyalty, to think Bulkeley would have given his [the writer's] protection [to Captain Rich?] had he thought the ship had been employed as it now is. Cannot understand, especially as this town was then besieged, why Bulkeley returned the [captain's] cannon and tackling upon a licence produced from Mayor Thropp and the merchants of Chester, when he [the captain] had entered into bond with Bulkeley that the ship should not depart without leave, first obtained under Byron's hand and seal. The truth is, Bulkeley is much abused by people whose interests are far different from his, and whose counsel, if he follow it, will cause his actions to appear rebellious to others. Among the number is Sir Robert Eyton, who is employed on the island as a spy. The bailiffs of Beaumaris have, he hears, declared themselves rebels and therefore ought to be secured. Sends an order and hopes that, notwithstanding his contempt of former orders, he will be careful to obey the same, and so show himself worthy of the trust reposed in him. Hears there is a design to disarm all strangers and expel them from the island. If there be any among them whose loyalty he suspects, upon proof made thereof, he will do well to clear the island of them. If this be offered to those who for loyalty are forced to forsake their own homes and take sanctuary amongst them, there can be nothing more inhumane and barbarous or which can show him more disaffected to the King, and his cause.

General Thomas Mytton to all commanders and officers, by land and sea, whom it may concern, and especially to the Commander-in-chief at Beaumaris. Order for a pass for Capt. Stephen Rich to proceed to Caernarfon with his ships, the Rebecca and the Rupert.

As they were not invited thither to use hostility against any in this island, so they cannot withdraw without a special order from their general. No hostile act has hitherto been committed against the Parliamentary forces and they hope none will now be committed, having assurance of protection from my Lord Bulkeley. It is herewith desired that the gentlemen of the country shall meet and confer about anything that may tend to the public advantage, and that they may receive assurance of protection during their stay on the island. Underneath: Same date. Beaumaris Castle. Col. Richard Bulkeley to Col. Roger Pope, Col. John Jones, and Thomas Edwardes. Their coming thither in so inconsiderable a number argues protection promised. This place is commanded by him, who is resolved to maintain it until an honourable peace. His desire is, therefore, that they remove their men immediately from town and island, in order to avoid hostile acts. With regard to their own persons, and those of their servants, no discourtesy shall be shown them during the conference.

Desiring that the meeting at Llangefni may be deferred till Fnday, the 12th inst. What their intentions are may be seen from the enclosed paper of agreement between them and Gen. Mytton's commissioners. They desire that things may be fairly and openly debated in the face of the country, and concluded by public suffrage.

Is fully informed that, in the dead of last night, Rich landed some of his men at Lleiniog, to supply that fort with ammunition, arms or other necessaries, and that, upon coming yesterday into the town, he behaved very uncivilly, threatening the people with burning of houses, cutting of throats, and other words of dangerous consequence, to the great terror of the inhabitants; and that some of Rich's officers came to Friar's House and abused a gentlewoman of very good quality; all of which is looked upon as an absolute breach of his engagement to Bulkeley under his hand for the cessation of acts of hostility, and a disadvantage to the island. Mutilated.

Can by no means consent to his passage to Caernarfon unless he will engage under his hand to use no act of hostility towards the island. Having done so he may securely stay where he is until the treaty is over on Saturday, the 13th inst.

Has not come with any hostile intention, but will, in all things that agree with his repute, correspond with Bulkeley's wishes.

Has been commanded by General Mytton to wait on him at Caernarfon, either with his own ship or the Rupert. Mytton has sent Rich his pass for that purpose. Is now come in a friendly way to wait on the General and desires either to be allowed to pass or to remain until he hears further from the General.

Letter to save their country from a bloody war, let them send one, two, or more gentlemen to Parliament to procure the best terms they can for the island. Let Lord Bulkeley and the gentlemen of the island cause Captain Evans's company to be put into the castle of Beaumaris by nine of the clock on Saturday morning next, while all those in it are to march out, with passes, so that they may live, quietly in their own houses. Lord Bulkeley, with four servants, to be governor there until the further pleasure of Parliament; none to go into the castle till Parliament's pleasure be further known. As many strangers in the island as desire his pass shall have liberty to go to their own country. If these terms be refused, Mytton will desire the well-affected in the island to join with him in besieging the castle, and the estates of those within the castle will be sold to maintain the said siege. Promises to use no hostility against the island till he hears what is resolved upon by Parliament. Underneath:. 1646, June 14. Articles of agreement by Col. Roger Pope, Col. John Jones and Thomas Edwardes, esq., commissioners appointed by General Mytton, on the one part, and Lt-Col. Robinson, Dr Robert Price and Major David Lloyd for and on behalf of Col. Richard Bulkeley, on the other part, for further explanation of Gen. Mytton's propositions concerning the surrender of Beaumaris Castle [see no. 1799]. Annexed: Another copy of Mytton's letter, as above.

Articles of agreement by Col. Roger Pope, Col. John Jones and Thomas Edwardes, commissioners appointed by General Mytton, of the one part, and Lt-Col. Robinson, Dr Robert Price and David Lloyd, on behalf of Col. Richard Bulkeley, of the other part, for further explanations of General Mytton's propositions. Signatures of parties. Endorsed: 'For the surrender of Beaumaris Castle; this is the original.'. Appended: Copy of above. Printed in Philipps, 'Civil war in Wales', vol. 2, pp. 312-313.

It is concluded by those whose names are subscribed that they will intercede with the General for three months' protection for strangers inhabiting Anglesey, provided they give no cause for offence to Parliament during their abode. Signed: Jo. Jones, Rog. Pope, Tho. Edwardes.

Sir Henry Mervin, during his lifetime, was informed by Bulkeley about a certain island. Since Sir Henry's decease the writer has communicated the knowledge of that business to a noble friend of hers who is very desirous to speak with him. Hearing that Bulkeley is a prisoner and fearing lest, when he obtains his freedom, he will go beyond seas so that she will not know where to find him, she earnestly enjoins him to come to see her when he obtains his liberty.

Complains that his wife has left him, and suspects that she has gone into Wales. Desires that her movements may be watched, as she has gone without his consent. Has written to Gen. Mytton for a letter on his behalf to the commissioners of both kingdoms.

Papers numbered 1814-1880 (passim), to be issued to readers as NLW Film 1025.

Family matters. Says he has gone through a sea of troubles. His difference with his wife is referred to two friends. Hopes that John Mostyn and himself, who were Parliament men, will have the benefit of this vote.

Concerning a lease of Llanbeblig made to his servant Edward Lloyd, who died in the Bishop's debt, having paid but one year's rent. Thanks him for hospitality at Gwydir. Best service to his revered Metropolitan [Archbishop Williams], to whom the writer owes more than he can repay. Cannot send a copy of the lease, as it is in London with his son Sir Orlando. The note which his Grace of York sent was either lost when the writer was taken prisoner, or taken away when his house was rifled.