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The writer has often moved Owen to some settlement of the rent that is due to him out of that yard and tenement in Oswestry which now lies void in Willow St. But Owen is pleased still to defer it to his own loss and the writer's. The latter is now advised that he has a good action for his rent. Begs Owen to take some course to satisfy the writer, otherwise he will have to look after his right. Annexed Copy of a legal opinion on the above rent signed by Wi. Williams on 23rd April 1677.

Understands by John Ffoulkes that much wrong has been done to the writer and especially by Mr John Humphreys. Understands that Wynne has long satisfied his debt through Mr Rodrith Morgan. Mr Humphreys now says he cannot pay ten pounds. The writer has been long without his money and it is now time to have it satisfied.

Notebook in the hand of Margaret Owen of Penrhos, inscribed 'the Gift of Henry Thrale, Esqr. Streatham', containing mainly anecdotes concerning Mrs Thrale [later Mrs Piozzi], Samuel Johnson, Samuel Pepys, Albert Nesbitt, Charles Burney, Oliver Goldsmith, Handel and others, 1776.

Hopes and prays William Maurice is well. 'My ladie' and the writer's cousin Jane Gruffith are well as are all at home, longing for William Maurice's return. His countrymen, friends and neighbours report that William Maurice should 'solister' his business well in London for here in the country [in the Court] of the Marches William Maurice and his men are deeply fined and no-one showed them any favour there as William Maurice shall perceive from a letter written to the writer by Gruffith Jones, which she encloses. Therefore she and other well-wishers advise him to inform the King how he is treated by the Council and how hardly Justice Parker uses William Maurice at his late age, while William Maurice attends the King and cannot be dealing with his own business at home, and to show him how he [William Maurice] is fined everywhere, at the Great Sessions and the Council in the Marches. Thinks William Maurice should ask the King to tell the Chancellor and President to treat him well, and to show him favour for his great service to the Queen and then the King, being knight of the shire for so many years and attending Parliament duly and truly. 'By reason alsoe that you are his god father and intiteled his highnes Kinge of great Britaine', let the King speak a word or two for William Maurice or he [William Maurice] will suffer. William Maurice should not be 'abashed' to speak to the King and ask him to be treated with favour by him as by Queen Elizabeth. [The writer continues in her own hand.] Let William Maurice take in good part her boldness with his secretary, George, who went to serve the 'sirif [ ] of Anlley' a week ago. Mr Williams and company come in three weeks; let William Maurice remember to send servants to assist as soon as possible so that they may send for them against their coming. Requests William Maurice to get her a bottle of rose 'alolis' for she has had a pain in her back for three days. Thomas ap R[ ] asks for shears for the garden and seeds, for none are to be had in the country. Her ladyship asks for a bottle of 'sinamunt' water and one of 'sall'. Could obtain no money from his tenants; some trouble her more than others. Moris ap Elisa promised money every day and others besides which William Maurice shall hear when he comes home. Could get no money except 20s. from Robert ap Pue ap Rinallt which she gave to the boy to bring his charges to London. Her cousin Grase verch Humffrey is not willing for her son to be bound an apprentice for she has no money to spend on him; she is especially unwilling to have him be a tailor, and asks William Maurice to place him for a while in some service. Requests William Maurice to enquire in the Court of War[d]s about Tommas Pue; sent the parson of 'Llanvehenel a traise' [Llanfihangel y Traethau] £5 by Moris [ ]. Postscript illegible.

Wishes him to remember to go out of hand to Mr Justice Proud about the ffridd he does enclose in Harlech, for it is more commodious to William Maurice than to anyone else. Therefore she prays him not to be neglectful therein.

Thanks God for her brother's good health and prays night and day to continue it so. She cannot get the money from John Gruffydd as yet, but he promises that he will get it shortly. She told him that if he did not get it out of hand, he would not get any bargain out of her brother. If she can get the money, she will, God willing, send it with the next carrier that comes down to London. It greatly grieves her heart that William Maurice stands in so much need of money. He should show his mind to Morris ap John ap Morris knowing he is a 'backe frind unto us all'. She would not for anything that William Maurice had sent Morris ap John ap Morris to William Lewis Anwill about Erw Syran. He said that he would give no money to redeem it. Claimed that the right is in himself for that bargain and that he goes to law with his mother-in-law for it. Therefore urges her good brother to do what may be done to get the money to hire from Sir Thomas Myddelton or of any other. He can have as much of Brynkir land except the house 'itself as will save him harmless'. She has heard that 'a complaint was maied agenst you for hir[i]nge a masse, but the Lord be thanked all the worldell kn[o]we that you lovid the kinge beter nor aney of them all exepte the pryve counsell'. She prays night and day for his Grace and for her brother likewise that he both speak and do what pleaseth his Grace. She heartily beseeches him to take care of himself and not to take geat matters 'so light as you will take smoke matters'. It is reported in the country that William Maurice is Sheriff in Merionethshire and Constable of Harlech. If it be true she prays him remember the [torn] bailiffe for her. If he can get no money in London, prays him send her word when he [intends] to come home and she will meet him at Oswestry to see whether her son-in-law Roger [ap] Hughe can get any money there ... to pass the danger of the day. Begs her brother to make speed home.

Anne [Dudley, Countess of] Warwick, at the Court, to her friend Ellice Price, doctor of civil law and one of the Queen's Council. Remembering the kind and friendly disposition, which Ellice Price has shown towards Lord Leicester and her late husband, hopes she may beg for its continuation, for which she will be not unmindful to give the best return in her power. Has, along with some of her friends, chosen Ellice Price to be joined in commission with others of her officers whom she sends down about the lands there. Desires his assistance in the execution of the service which she believes by his means and those of the rest, may be brought to some conclusion that answers her expectation. 'As also those of the Countrey have cause to the like them selves behooulding unto you, for that ffrendly and indifferent course which they finde therin houlden, and for avoyding of their further Trouble in thaccomplishment hereof.' Hopes for his friendly regard for the carrying out of this matter which is of such importance to her. Is ready to requite him to the utmost as the occasion shall offer. Postscript: 'Post Script written with her owne hand'. Since Ellice Price has always hitherto been employed in this service and is the only man of whom special account has been made, Anne Dudley, thinking no less of him, expects the better dispatch of her business. Copy.

Has joined William Morrice with some of her friends in commission for dealing with the tenants relating to the lands in that country. Does not doubt William Morrice's friendly and best efforts in the execution thereof and hopes that the country will, in this manner of proceeding with them, have good cause to thank him in respect of the favour shown them, which otherwise they are unlikely to find, if it is not now accepted, as they should well perceive if it came to any other's land, and that to their further charge and trouble. Let him make every effort for the quicker & more effectual accomplishment thereof. William Morrice will perform Anne Dudley a good kindness in the execution of this service, and he shall find her not unmindful to require the same, as she has always done hitherto. Postscript, probably in Anne Dudley's own hand: Has grounded her business on William Morrice's sound and good advice. Wishes her officers to continue in the same way and that the people under William Morrice's command may be dealt with so that their good conformity be an example to the rest.

Thanks for William Morryce's readiness to offer his service to supply the place of the stewardship of Chirk, but has already disposed of the place, and hopes some good effect will result therefrom, according to the trust she has reposed; must make a trial thereof. Wrote recently to William Morryce by her officers, whom she has sent with commission to those parts about the encroachments. Asks William Morryce to give them his best advice for their better proceeding, which she hopes and believes she will find 'in a more extraordinarye sort' by his means than by any other there. William Morryce will always find her ready to requite him and his as the occasion is offered.

Appreciates William Morrice's friendly disposition. Touching Sir John Perrott's leases 'there is noe such thing', but if there were, would sooner use William Morrice than any other. As for Chirk, has sold the same to her cousin Lord St John for whom she requests William Morrice's good services.

'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.

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.).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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