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Letters from Windsor say that Mr. Feake, and Mr. John Simpson came thither on the Monday night before, brought by some Messengers of the Council, and no other company with them. The Governor is not well, but they were received prisoners there, where the old Judge Jenkins, the Welsh Judge, is also prisoner. They have sent Letters to their Churches to keep close together and wait upon God. They say now at Windsor that it is good to be wise as Serpents, as well as to be innocent as Doves. His Highness the Lord Protector had the business touching Sir John Lenthall, and the prison whereof he was late Governor, under consideration. The Lord Protector and his Council have passed an Ordinance which was this day published, appointing a Committee for the Army, and Treasurers at War, with full power and authority in full and ample manner, to all intents and purposes, as the former Committee had. The names of the Committee are as followeth, viz., John Clerk, Edw. Clud, Rich Lucy, rich. Horsman, James Philips, Edward Gill, John Hildesley, Jervas Bennet, Esquires; Cap. Adam Baines, or any three or more of them; And John Blackwel the younger, and Richard Dean Esqs; to be Treasurers at War. Ordered by his Highness the Lord Protector and the Council, That Thomas Rand, William Palmer, Robert Tarburrow, Nebemiah Rawson, William Harvey, William Welby Esquires, and the Mayor of Lincoln for the time being, be added to the Commissioners for the Monthly Assessment within the County of Lincoln. Philip Stansby for the County of Dorset, The Mayor of Banbury for the time being, for the County of Oxon, and Christopher Peircebay, Esq.; and Sir Robert Berwick Knight, for the County of York. The Lord Mayor and Aldermen of London having invited his Highness the Lord Protector to Dinner, on such a Day as his Highness would please to appoint, his Highness hath nominated Wednesday the eight instant to be the day for that purpose, and great preparations there are already making for that Feast. All Adventurers for Lands in Ireland, are desired to take notice, that the day for drawing of Lots for Baronies (being formerly appointed to be on Thursday the ninth of this instant February) is now by the Committee for Claims for Lands in Ireland (in regard of some special occasions intervening) ordered and appointed to be at Grocers hall London, on Thursday the 23 of this instant February, and to begin at eight of the clock in the forenoon of the same day. Will. Tibbs, Clerk. From the Isle of Wight 3 February came thus: Our fleet hath now set sail and put to Sea from St. Hellen's Point, they are divided in three Squadrons, but are not at so great a distance but that upon any occasion they can soon join into one entire body, there being Scouts appointed, who are to give notice upon any appearance of the enemy. From Deal 2 February thus. Here is little News at present; a good number of ships bound to the Southward, as also for several Ports of France, are gone from hence and from Dover. The French Picaroons do still haunt about these parts, and are often seen, and as soon as any of our ships set sail to give them chase, they get their own coast before they can come up to them, there being two at present who are riding in Calais Road. Edinburgh 1 Feb. Col. Morgan, marching from Aberdeen with 14 companies of Foot, and 8 troops of horse and Dragoons towards the Enemy, Glencairn and Kenmore the same day went out of Maryland toward the Hills, they burnt all the Lord Lothan's land (the Lord Brodie's Uncle) because he kept his house out against them in the late in-fall into the Earl of Athol's quarters at Dunkel: There were killed of the Scots, Cap. Robertson and Cap. Hunter, (a young Lord who attended Athol) the Laird of Baillacan, Maj. Mercer run into the body with a Tuck, and through the arm, it is believed he will not live; there were about 20 more slain and desperately wounded. The 23 instant Athol had a Rendezvous of the country at a place called Cairan two or three miles Northeast from Dunkel, but had a very slender appearance. Sir Arthur Forbs and Wogan lie ill of their wounds at Weems, Wogan is not likely to recover: Col. Hume with about 16 more out of the Merch of Berwickshire are this week gone to join with those in the Hills. From Newcastle 1 Febru. For news we have very little, only that which we suppose you have heard of, the intercepting a great many Letters that came from the Scotch Cavaliers to the Malignant party here, which are sent up to his Highness. The truth is, there is such continual meetings of the Cavaliers, that any may judge without the intercepting of Letters, they have great designs in hand. Here is much doing about the Quakers; they were at a place called Hasington on the Sabbath day, where there were such an hubbub that the Townsmen generally fell together by the ears, and did so exceedingly beat one another, that there were very few that went home without either face or head broke. I have sent you here the Profession of the false Jew I formerly wrote of, that had been of the baptised Church, and proved a popish Jesuited Impostor, to carry on the popish designs here, but upon discovery was cast out by them. Men, Brethren and Fathers, My purpose is to declare unto this Congregation, first my Descent and Education; and secondly, the great work of my Conversion. I verily am a man which am a Jew, of the Tribe of Judah, born in Mantua, a City in Lombardy, a Province of Italy, trained up in the Religion of my Fathers, and brought up in the choicest learning of my Country, and having attained unto eight languages, I betook me seriously to the study of Philosophy; where meeting with Plato (surnamed divine) Trinum per unum, Socrates, and Hermes Trimegistus, I found such light in the glorious Mystery of the Trinity, that I was wonderfully surprised and amazed; and the more, that Heathens should come to the knowledge of this most excellent Doctrine. O Lord, said I, how shall those Philosophers rise in judgement against us, who have more light, even sepher battorah, the Book of the Law? the former book rendered them inexcusable, but what will become of us, who have the revealed will of God? I had not gone three footsteps in this way, but I found Elohim in the plural number, compounded with a singular word Bara, created, upon which my meditation was much raised to admire this mystery; when passing on a little further, I met with Nangas haadam betrolmenu. Let us perfect man with our Image. Why Us? but that we should understand the plurality holden forth in the Creation: This drew my Meditations first towards the Christian's Messiah. But now Satan (the professed enemy of Christ, and of all that set their faces towards heaven) told me, that these were but fancies, and delusions of my own brain; shall the Heathenish Philosophers be a rule for my Religion? No I will follow the Law under which I was born and educated. Behold the power of Satan's snares, an behold the vileness of mine own heart, forsaking this blessed light, and rejecting all these holy motions, returning to my former old ways again. But here, through the goodness of God, I found no rest, but very much trouble, and anguish of spirit: But O the loving kindness of God! whose design graciously appeared to bring me to the knowledge of himself, even from our own way of worship. Our Doctors choose out a place to say every Morning and Evening; Shemang Israel Adonay Elobenu Adona echad. Hear O Israel, the the Lord our God, the Lord is one. Immediately upon this I find thrice, Elohenu, Jehovah, Jehovah, the Lord &c. O Brethren, I cannot express the heart-searchings and movings that were upon me at that instant, which with my former Meditations, engaged my soul in a firm belief of the blessed Three in One, which most sacred Trinity I do invocate as a witness of the sincerity of my heart, holding concurrence with my words. O Holy of Holies, Father, Son and Spirit, Searcher of the heart, and Tryer of the reins, be pleased to give strength and courage to avow thee; grant that my lips may enunciate truth, and deal with thy servant according to the integrity of his heart. After diligent enquiry of the Lord Jesus Christ, I did in heart confess him as the most high God, taking upon him our nature; but then Satan sets upon me with fresh and violent temptations, which caused me to break forth, O my soul, it's for thee I care; go I back to the Law, I lose thee, and thy case my body; go I forward to those that profess this Messiah, and behold gross and abominable Idolatry; look upward, and behold a just and jealous God, the punisher of it; Look about thee, and behold all thy friends ashamed of thee, and thy nearest relations cursing thee and the Messiah whom thou believest. But can this be the true Messiah, whose Disciples are so notoriously wicked, wallowing in all kind of sin, and woeful Idolatry? In the midst of these perplexities and distractions of spirit, I was almost swallowed up of despair. And while I thought of returning to the way of my Fathers, reading in the holy Scriptures, I discovered many gross untruths and corruptions of the Doctors; as concerning the incarnation of Christ, Behold a Virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, Isa 7.14, they render Gnalmah, a corrupted woman (which is no sign or wonder at all) namely, for a corrupted woman to conceive and bear a Son. So for the Sufferings of Christ, instead of raru, they digged, or pierced, they read caari as a Lion, that so they may cast a mist upon the true Messiah. And now the good hand of Providence brought to my view the Syriac and Greek Copies of Guideo Fabricius Boderianus, and by comparing these with the Law and the Prophets, I found all Prophecies fulfilled in Jesus Christ, without contradiction, which, through the goodness of God, raised me to a full resolution, Avoid Satan, the enemy of my soul, I will delay no longer, but fly to Christ; come Lord, the desire of my soul, lead me in the way of life. Now I resolved to leave my Country, and Friends, and to go over the Alps to find a people professing the true Messiah, not in legal ways, but in spirit and truth; for the Papists go on the same way that my own people do, altogether legally, ex opere operato, rest on the work done, and by their horrible Idolatry to Pictures and Images, are a grievous stumbling block unto the Jews, and were a great obstruction to my conversion. Coming into Germany, instead of finding comfort to my poor soul by communion with Christians in a spiritual way of worship, without human Traditions, I find their great Idol Consubstantiation, and many other Idols of their own Inventions; this is not Christ's way, I will not enter this way, no more of this. Lord what shall I do? I will not go without my business. Away I go to Hessen, where all are Calvinists; here Organs, Forms, and wicked Lives turned away my heart from them. So that from Hamburg I came into England, and while I was thus seeking Christ without, in the way and order of his holy Gospel, I found him also within, to the exceeding joy of my soul. Blessed be thou King Jesus; who lives in thy Saints by Faith communicating thy self through thine Ordinances: thou showest me my lost estate in Adam, and the only way of recovery in thy self. When we come to a sight of our own undone condition, then we see the necessity of a Saviour, and the danger of our souls without Christ, and then Christ lovingly clothes the poor sinner with the precious Robes of his own Righteousness. Fleshy Privileges entitles none to anything of Christ, Though I might, &c. Lord Jesus present me at the day of Judgement before the Father in these long white Robes, I disclaim all other coverings; whatsoever I counted gain before, I now count loss for Christ, yea, doubtless and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung that I may win Christ, and be found in him, not, having mine own righteousness, which is of the Law, but that which is through the Faith of Christ. Phil.3.7. And since my Lord Jesus hath appointed Ordinances for his people that have him within them, enthroned in their hearts, and that I am called upon to arise and be baptised. I do here avow the Lord Jesus my true Saviour, and I rejoice in thy Church and People, thy precious Saints, who do here walk through thy grace according to thy Rule and holy Commands. I do hereby solemnly vow thee my Lord and King, thy Saints and Ordinances; and now I heartily desire all the people of God to pray for me, that the residue of my days may be spent according to this beginning. O Lord Jesus who hath appointed Ordinances, and sufferings for those who shall reign with thee in glory, show the desire of my soul is to thee; do thou therefore convey the grace of Ordinances into my heart, that I may live to the honour of thy Name, as becometh thy professed servant, waiting for thy second coming. So come Lord Jesus and tarry not, Baruch Adonay lengoham vanged Amen ve Amen, Scripsit propria manu. B. Josephus B. Israel, Heb. Mant. By Letters from Holland came as followeth, (viz.) SIR, Not only the States of Holland, but the States General of Holland and Westfreezland, as I writ to you in my last, do concur for the Peace with England; but they have sent their opinions to the other Provinces, desiring their speedy concurrence therein with them. We have Letters from private friends that the Lords Laye had a meeting in Zealand upon the Message sent to them touching the Peace, and did resolve to be at the Hague, on the day appointed to ratify the Peace with the other Provinces, in case they do concur. The Province of Utrecht have also met, and there is a good correspondence by those Lords, in approbation of the Treaty of Peace with England, upon the terms signed and sent them from the Hague. But the Province of Freezland (a Province not much considerable) when they met about it, did break up without concluding anything; for one of the House of Orange is their Governor, and he used his interest to do what he could to hinder the Peace, but what shall be done upon their further meeting, or at the general Meeting of all the States General at the Hague at the time appointed, a short time will show. The day on which the States General of all the Provinces are to meet, is appointed the 10 of February four days hence, that is the last of January upon the English account, and then will the result of all be soon determined. But I assure you, I am verily persuaded there will be a sudden Agreement to a Peace; which will be the more hastened because they cannot believe that the Lord Beverling will prevail with the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, for a Cessation of Arms, until there be a Conclusion; for there are so many ships both to go out, and also to come in, and in such danger that they are necessitated to hasten a dispatch. The French Ambassador here, made many addresses, and large offers to have the War continue with England, and that the French, King would contribute in all things half the charges; But that being weighed, it was thought not to countervail the losses they must necessarily suffer; and not to answer their expectation, which is getting of wealth, which must be by an open trade, and thereupon the French offers were refused. Yet the French Ambassador makes often addresses to the States, but what is done is kept still very secret, only they call it a congratulation of their Peace with England; but if it be about that, I suppose it is either to see if it may be hindered, or to get as good terms for France as may be on it. But they still go on preparing their new ships of War every day, the Workmen never ceasing, but on the Lord's days and all, all day long are at work for dispatch thereof with all possible speed. The Lord Newport is at Amsterdam. It was under consideration upon the agreement to the Peace to have sent the Lord Bredrode General of the Land forces to be the Ambassador either alone, or the Lord Updam Vice-Admiral of their Navy with him, But the Lord General (because of his age) seems to decline it, but what will be concluded by the States General at their meeting four days hence, I shall signify unto you by the first opportunity. But if there should not be a conclusion of Peace, truly I do not know what they will do; the Merchants are undone. The fishers cannot work, the poor can have no employment nor subsistence; And there must needs be a very great hubbub and distraction. But I do not hear of any Province that refuseth it, but only that of Freezland, and it is thought when they meet here, seeing the rest agree, that they will also concur. Hague 6 February (alias 27 Jan.) 1653. Anthoni Oetgens van Waveren. Dr. Niclaes Tulp. Dr. Gerrit Schaep. Jan Huydekooper. Hendrick Dirksz. Spiegal. Dr. Frans Banning Kock. Dr. Gerrit Schaep Pietersz. Albert Dircksz. Pater. Joris Backer. Cornelis Jacobsz. Weyer. Cornelis de Graef. Roel of Bicker Jacobsz. Dr. Cornelis Jan Wintz. Jan vander Pol. Dr. Gerrit Reynst. Bernart Schellinger. Simon van Hoorn. Pieter Kloeck. Dr. Cornelis van Dronkelaer. Lambert Reynst. Dr. Johan Blaeuw. Jacob van Neck. Cornelis Geelvinck. Dr. Gillis Valkenier. Cornelis van Ulooswiick. Niclaes van Loon. Dr. Gerrit van Helmont. Hans Bontemantel. Dr. Roetert Ernst. Dr. Hendrick Hudde. Gerrit Claesz. Hasselaer. Jacob Theunisz. Van Stralen. Judge Advocate, The Lord Cornelius de Ulamingh, Ridder, Lord of Outshoorn. Burgomasters. Dr. Frans Bannigh Kock Lord of Purmerlandien Yipendam. Cornelis Bicker, Lord of Swieten, Jan Huyderkooper, Ridder, Lord of Maarse-veen. Dr. Niclaes Tulp. Judges of the Upper Court, Mr. Simon van Hoorn. Dr. Johan Blaeuw. Barnart Schellinger. Dr. Frans Reael Pietesz. Dr. Cornelis van Dronckelaer. Dr. Gerrit Reynst. Niclaes Paneras, Hans Bontemantel. Treasurers, Cornelis de Graef, Lord of Zuyt-Polsbroeck an Ould-burgermeester, Niclaes Corver, an Ould Burgemeester. Judges for Wills, Orphans &c. Anthoni Oetgens Lord of Waveren, old Burgermaster. Ian van der Pol, old Burgermeester. Hendrick Dircksz. Spiegel. Albert Dircksz. Pater. Commissioners for Marriages, Cornelis van Ulooswick, Pieter Adriansz. Raep, Hendrick Hoost, Cornelis Abba, Jacob Jacobsz Rogh. Treasurers Extraordinary Niclaes van Loon, Jacob Valckenier. Commissioners for Accounts. Michiel Pancras. Dr. Johan Huydenkoper. Commissioners for the Assurance Chamber. Jacob van Neck, Jan Hulst, Jacob Servaes. Commissioners for the Bank, Munter, Jacob Bas, Pieter Trip. Commissioners for debts of 60 li. and under. Mr. Joris Backer. Jan van Waveren. Mr. Jochem Rendorp, cornelis Geelvinck, Mr. Jan Bicker, Dr. Wybout Slicher, Dirck Tulp. Commissioners for the Low Bank, Roel of Bicker. Jacobsz, Jacob Erans Hinlopen. Commissioners for Sea Affairs, Dr. Gerrit Schaep Pletersz, Gerrit Hasselaer, Jan van Hwlmont, Niclaes van Waveren, Dr. Jan Veneman. Commissioners for Bankrupts, Dr. Gerrit van Halmont. Dr. Roetert Ernst Roetersz, Dr. Pelgrom ten Grootenbuys, Gran van Waveren, Zacharias Roode. Pensioners, Mr. Coenraet van Beuningen, Mr. Pieter Voglesangh. Elesz, Pieter van Loon, Pieter Bas Pietersz. Secrataries, Bartholomeus Real, Jacob Bruyning, Mr. Pieter Hassler, Dr. William Backer, Mr: Jan Roetersz, Mr. Gerard Hulst, Lieve van Loon, Dr: Cornelius Backer, Dr: Jan Corver, Nicolaes Nicolai. General Blake, and General Penn are at St: Ellins, with the Fleet, some parties are sent out several ways: One Prize laden with Wine, and brought into Falmouth by the Falmouth Frigate, but taken by the Portsmouth Frigate. One Prize laden with Raisins, Figs, &c. taken by the Old Warwick, and brought into Falmouth, this ship supposed to be both a Man of War and a merchant man. One man of war of 20 pieces of Ordnance, and 70 men belonging to Flushing taken by the Sapphire. Two ships of St. Malloes which came from Marseilles laden with Soap, Oils, Almonds, Galls, &c. taken by the Portsmouth Frigate, and brought into Plymouth, the one of 14 guns, the other of 18 guns. Two small private men of War of 6 or eight guns a piece taken to the Northward. Letters from Spain say, that one of those who killed the Lord Ambassador Askome from England in Spain, getting away from the Sanctuary privately, was flying towards France, and is taken and brought to Madrid, and like to suffer there if they play with England. By Letters from Scotland came as followeth, (viz.) Dalkeith, 31 Jan. Sir, upon the march of Col. Morgan from Aberdeen, the enemy hastened their march out of Murriland towards Ross, and the Hills, so that Col. Morgan returned back to Aberdeen, but Major Knight's Cornet with a party of that Regiment took Glencairn's Captain Lieutenant, and 5 Horsemen, and sent them to Inverness. There being a small party Scotchmen who have formerly done good service in a smaller party, the Commander in chief gave them encouragement to raise about 40 horse, with which they have more advantage to come upon the enemy by their Scotch tone, than our forces have. Saturday last this party fell upon the Earl of Athol's guards, upon the Brays of Angus, and killed the first Scout, and went on and charged a guard of theirs, and killed 3 or 4, and then fell into another quarter, took a Captain Lieutenant and a Cornet, and 15 others prisoners, with 20 horse, and killed 9 or 10, and 2 or 3 days before Cornet Baily (who is Cornet to that party) sent in a Captain, and another Horseman prisoners to Dundee, and showed much resolution in the several charges given to the enemy. This day came an Ambassador from the great Duke of Turkanny to congratulate His Highness the Lord Protector. Two Agents made this day their Address to His Highness, from the Lord of the Isle of Amiland in Holland, about 9 English miles long, and some 3 or 4 broad, having upon it about 450 houses, to desire that they may be esteemed as Neutrals; and they have brought with them Credentials, and a List of the names of all their Ships and Fisher-boats, of which only four are Merchant ships, the rest Fisher-boats belonging to that Island, and they have delivered in also the marks of the said ships, that so none may deceive us by seeking for protection in their names, and they desire to be accounted as a Free State, having not been hitherto subject (as is pretended) to any Country. This day came a Letter from one or both the Ministers in Windsor Castle to His Highness, the Lord Protector. Plymouth, 4 Febr. Our Frigates towards the Land's end have done very good service of late in relieving sundry vessels and ships that were taken by the Brest men. A ship of above a hundred Ton, with some Iron guns in her, was stranded not far from Dartmouth, whose lading was Salt, and French built; she is seized on by the Vice-Admiral of this County for a wreck. A thousand stories are raised, (and daily discoursed off) upon the poor people, that go by the name of Witches in Cornwall, I think 20 are already committed as suspected, and more are daily detected; but the Lord deliver us from blood-guiltiness in this kind, our Manufacture here hath a quick vent upon the hopes of peace with the Dutch. I am glad to hear the Swedes are so kind to us, and hope, that if they be hearty, we may chastise the Danes and Dutch in case they juggle with us. The Benches in Westminster-Hall are no filling with able learned Judges. Those already are, Lord Chief Justice Roll, and Justice Ask for the Upper Bench. Lord Chief Justice St. John, Justice Atkins, and Justice Hale for the Common Pleas. Baron Thorp, and Baron Nichols for the Exchequer. And five new Sergeants are made, who are to be made Judges to fill the Benches, (viz.) Mr. Maynard, Mr. Steel, Mr. Windham, Mr. Newdegate, and Mr. Twisden. The Lords Commissioners of the Great Seal are the same that were. When in all likelihood both Armies, that of His Majesty's of Poland, and that of the Cossacks, should have come to a set battle, and so decided their differences, after that many of both sides have been killed and taken prisoners in a hot skirmish; there hath been an Address made to His Majesty by the said Cossacks, with the Advice and Counsel of the great Cham of the Tartars, to prevent further Bloodshed for a Peace. The Spaniards intending to besiege Willa Franca, Don Joseph de Margarete doth gather all the forces he can out of the Roussillan, to block it up. By an express from Poland, we receive advice, that the Peace between His Majesty and the Cossacks and Tartarians is concluded; that of both sides two great Lords were given as Hostages, till the Articles be ratified in the Assembly, which is to meet at Warsaw the next month. The conditions are, That the Tartarians shall receive five years of contribution, as arrears due to them by the King; and that Chimilinsky shall hold 6000 Cossacks at his service, thereupon His Majesty is come back to Warsaw. The Captain Geleyn Brandt hat brought here the 18 instant, an English Freebooter of 4 pieces of Ordnance. The 19 and 20 are also arrived here three Danish ships with Ammunition of War, the one of 200 lasts, the other of 150, the third was a Galliot; there is also come in a ship laden with 250 barrels of Wine. Those of Ostend have taken from our Fleet, though we be friends, and free, five laden with Cheeses and Soap, and other Commodities. There hath appeared a Comet Star to those of the Town of Prague, and the same is yet at this present seen by those of Regensburg. My Lord Whitlock, the English Extraordinary Ambassador, is feasted at the Queen's charges, with his whole suite, which consisteth of 100 persons, amongst whom there is four high Officers, four Pages, eight Footmen, two Trumpeters, one Doctor, two Ministers, two Coaches, and forty saddle Horses. They are highly esteemed here by the Swedes. The Hollanders have taken an English ship in these Seas, and have brought her hither. When the Lords States of Holland shall meet again, which is to be the 10 of this instant, that is January 21 by the English Account. We hope that all the other Provinces shall bring in their Resolves concerning the Ratification of the Articles, with the present Government in England. It is thought that the same shall be conform to the Resolutions of the Province of Holland (although some will say that there is yet somewhat that sticks) and some Embassy shall over us the liberty of the Seas. We heard that the Queen of Sweden hath written a Letter to Charles Stuart titular King of Scotland, at the instance of his Agent, wherein her Majesty doth excuse herself that the present condition of her Affairs doth not suffer her to give him satisfaction upon his Demands, intimating that she pities his misfortune. We have a confirmation of the Peace concluded between the King of Poland and the Tartarians and Cossacks: And it is said that an Ambassador is come to Upsall in Sweden from the great Duke of Muscovy, to make known that his Master is ready to declare the War to the said King of Poland, to which end he hath mustered 160000 men, he shall in all appearance move the Crown of Sweden to declare also against him. Yesterday there arrived here 140 Seamen which are come from England having been prisoners there, they have received conduct money, and shall be sent toward Amsterdam, having the most part of their Habitations there and in the Northern parts. Something was considered of in order to M. Gen. Brown's liberty. This day His Highness the Lord Protector, being invited by the City of London, dined at Grocers-hall; So soon as His Highness entered the Gate at Temple-Bar, he was met by the Lord Mayor and Aldermen on horseback; His Highness had the Sword delivered to him by the Lord Mayor, which was returned to the L. Mayor, and his Lordship being bare carried it before His Highness, who then came out of his Coach and rid through the City attended by the Aldermen, and His Highness's Life Guard, the Colonels, and chief Officers of the Army, and divers Lords, Knights, and Gentlemen in their Coaches following after. Two Gentlemen rid bare before his Highness. And there were Trumpeters, and the Heralds of Arms also, and other equipage very gallant and comely with 12 of his Highness's Footmen in grey coats and silver and black silk lace, and the streets were swept clean, and the Liveries of the several Companies stood on both sides the way in double Rails with blue cloth, and some with Carpets all the way: And at Temple-Bar the Balconies were hung with Carpets, and Hangings, and very great rejoicings in the City, and His Highness, and the Aldermen, and Colonels, &c. alighted in the Poultry, and went to Grocers-hall, and there dined: The Speeches, Carriage, and Deportment of them there, was also with much sobriety and civility, as is much applauded by those present at the same. And after dinner His Highness returned to Whitehall. The Bells in several parts of the City ringing, and people much rejoicing, and some met together praying. The Holy Order; or, Fraternity of the Mourners in Zion, Whereunto is added Songs in the Night, or Cheerfulness under Affliction, By Joseph Hall, B.N. Sold by Nath. Brooks at the Angel in Cornhall. The Arrow of the Almighty shot out of the Creature's Bow, against the uncalled Ministers in England, By George Baitman. The Knowledge of Christ indispensably required of all men that would be saved; wherein the Types, Prophecies, Genealogies, Miracles, Humiliation, Exaltation, and the Mediatorial Office of Christ, are opened and applied, By John Davenport, Pastor of the Church of Christ at Newhaven in New England. Generation Work, the second Part, wherein is showed, What the designs of God abroad in the world, may in all likelihood be at this present day, and in the days approaching; being an Exposition of the seven Vials. Revel.16. and other Apocalyptical Mysteries, By John Tillinghast, Minister of the Gospel. All sold by Livewell Chapman at the Crown in Pope's Head Alley. Festorum Metropolis, the Metropolitan Feast, or the Birthday of our Saviour Jesus Christ, Annually to be kept hily by them that call upon him in all Nations. Proved by Scriptures. The practice of the Church, Primitive and Reformed, and the Testimony of the Fathers, and Modern Divines, By Allen Blayney, M. A. late of Queen's College in Oxford. The Blessed Birthday celebrated in some sanctified Meditations on the Angel's Anthems, Luke 2. 14. Also holy Raptures in contemplating some of the most observable Adjuncts about our Saviour's Nativity, By Charles Fitz Geffry. Both sold by Stephen Chatfield in St. Danstam's Churchyard in Fleet Street. The right constitution and true Subjects of the visible Church of Christ, with its Order, Ordinances, Ministry, and Government, By Tho. Collier and unworthy servant of Christ. Sold by Henry Hills at the sign of Sir John Oldcastle in Pie corner. A Discourse touching the peace and concord of the Church; wherein is elegantly and acutely argued, That not so much a bad opinion, as a bad life, excludes a Christian out of the kingdom of Heaven, &c. A Twofold Catechism; the one simply called A Scripture-Catechism, the other, A brief Scripture-Catechism for Children, by John Biddle, M. A. of the University of Oxford. The Unknown Being of the Spirit, Soul, and Body, Anatomised. Wherein very many Scriptures falsely translated, and corruptly interpreted, are clearly Explained. By which, many Doctrines now taught that subvert the Faith of the Gospel, are discovered, by John Brayne. All sold by Richard Moon at the seven Stars in Paul's Churchyard, near the great North door. Newly published, An Examination of Mr. Baxter's Aphorisms of Justification; together with a Vindication of Justification by mere Grace, from all the Popish and Armenian Sophisms, by which the Author labours to ground it on Man's Works and Righteousness; wherein Mr. Baxter's Aphorisms are repeated and confuted, By John Crandon, Minister of the Gospel. Sold by Tho. Brewster at the Three Bibles in Paul's Churchyard, at the West end, and Livewell Chapman at the Crown in Pope's Head Alley. A Perfect Guide for a studious young Lawyer, both delightful and profitable for all Gentlemen, &c. Being presidents for conveyances, and collected out of the Labours of the Lord Coke, Lord Hobbart, Lord Richardson, Justice Haughton, Reve, Bacon, and Godfrey, by Tho. Fidel of Furnivals inn, Gen. Who at spare houses made it his study for above 30 years. Sold by John Place at Furnivals Inn Gate in Holborn. A young Black Nag near 14 handful high, with a small Star on his forehead, and a lock on his foot, lost out of a Pasture from Mrs. Henshaws of Kensington, near London, on Tuesday the 17 of January. If anyone shall bring intelligence of him thither, or to Mr. Wiseman's in the broad Sanctuary in Westminster, they shall be well rewarded. At Mr. Hickford's at the sign of the Angel in Cheapside, you may hear of Silk Ribbons, and Silk and Silver Ribbons, pieces of broken Plate, and Silver Spoons, which are supposed to be lost.

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From Tuesday, January: 17. to Tuesday, January: 24. 1653 The expectations of the discontented Party in this Nation are much disappointed, for they hoped there would be new troubles, and alterations in the Army, and elsewhere, but it hath pleased God that all things do appear more settled, and like a fair morning do promise a clear, and an unclouded day. The Officers of several Regiments, and in several Garrisons are very unanimous in signing the Address to the Lord Protector, which is in these words. Having for many years past been led under your Conduct, through many difficult Services, wherein through the blessing of God upon the vigilance, and endeavours of your Highness, we have in some measure been Instrumental in our places to free the Commonwealth from enemies. So we cannot but above all worldly things, most earnestly desire to see these Nations, after all the shakings which hath been in the midst of us, set up upon its' true, and proper Basis and Foundation, and thereby brought into a harbour of rest and safety. The sense whereof having led us to the consideration of what further might be our duties towards Your Highness, and the whole Nation at this time, when it pleased God to give us hopes of establishment, by inclining you to accept of the Government, and Protection of this Commonwealth; whereby we are persuaded that the liberties of the People, both as men and Christians (the true end whereupon the great controversy hath been stated) will through the mercy of God be assured: We judge it highly incumbent upon us to make our humble address unto you, and to declare that we shall not only be obedient unto you, in the performance of your great Trust; but in other places most faithfully, and diligently to the hazard of our lives, and whatsoever is near and dear unto us, be serviceable to you in the station God hath placed you against all opposition: Not doubting but as God and Man hath so highly entrusted you; So you will to the utmost of your power and endeavours lay forth your self for the glory of God, and the good of this People, amongst whom we have reason to think there are very many of the Household of Faith; over whom, we shall therefore further take his boldness most humbly to entreat Your Highness more especially to spread the wing of your protection, and to account of them as the apple of your eye, which you continuing to do. We are confident their Father which is in Heaven, will be unto you a Buckler, and a Shield, and an exceeding great reward, which is and shall be the prayer of Your Highness most humble, and faithful Servants. I made mention in my last that General Penn was in the Swiftsure which ship, though long in repairing, is now one of the bravest Vessels that ploughs the Seas. A Council of War was there lately called, concerning the Prize-money due unto Seamen, and Soldiers who have served at Sea in this last year's expedition, and it was ordered and Declared. First that all Seamen and Soldiers that have served in the Fleet in the three last Engagements against the Dutch, and shall list themselves aboard any of the State's ships, at or before the last of March next, shall have for their respective shares of Prizes, twenty shillings. 2. That such as have been in two of the said Engagements shall have thirteen shillings four pence. 3 That those who served only in one of the said Engagements, shall have six shillings eight pence. 4 That all such Seamen and Soldiers as have been disabled by sickness, or wounds received in the Service: As also the Widows of any such Seamen or Soldiers, slain in any of the said Engagements, shall have paid unto them their full shares of Prize money, viz: twenty shillings. 5 That such of the Soldiers that are now again entertained in the Army (having Tickets for their Prize money) do produce unto the said Commissioners a Certificate under the hand of the Captain, under which they now serve: As also a copy of the late Muster-Roll of the Companies to which they respectively belong, or in default thereof, a Certificate under the hand of the Mustermaster, testifying their being in the service; whereupon Order shall be given for payment of the shares of Prizes due unto them. John Dinbrow, George Monk, Robert Bake, Vin: Gookin, John Stone, John Clerk, Robert Blackborne Secret: It was further advertised from General Penn, that he hath examined some foreign ships which came into the River of Thames to find market for Deals, Pitch, Tar, Iron, Steel and other Commodities, these ships are three in number. 1. The Golden Mawken of Gothenburg, a ship laden with large Deals, Mats, Iron, Pith and Tar, of which Hans Renson is Master, which said ship is gone into Portsmouth to find market, she came in voluntarily into the Road. 2. The Katherine of Gottenburgh, having 18 Tons of Tar, 1200 great Deals, 11 tons of Iron, 100 great Spars, going into Portsmouth to find market, she came into the Road voluntarily, commanded by John Jorgorson the Master. 3. The ship called the St: John of Lubeck, having 7500 deals, and some Pipe staves, of which Joachim Nickmeger is Master, she is sent into Portsmouth to find Market, she came into the Road voluntarily. The St: John of Dantzig, a ship having in her 800 Pipe staves, about 10000 li. weight of Hemp, 12 Tons of Pitch, and 2 Tons of Tar, 600l. weight of Lead, 6000l. weight of Iron, 5000l. weight of Steel, which ship was bound for Nantz in France, (as was pretended, George Vosse is Master of her) which ship is at present in the Road of Portsmouth, desirous of demission rather than sale, she was met with at Sea, and there taken and sent in by the Adventure Frigate. The sad accident which happened lately at Charenton, some four miles from Paris down the River, was again this Day confirmed by several Letters from France, which was that divers Protestants, and some of great and eminent quality, having been at Church at Charington, the exercise of the Protestant religion being not permitted in the City of Paris, and not nearer than that place, on their return to Paris by water, they were no sooner in the Boat, but the Mill going, the violence of the stream did force them under the Mill, and the boat breaking, threescore of them were drowned, amongst whom were the Sons of the Miramnaut, and many others of Quality. There is great talk in France, that the Son of the Emperor of Germany who is called King of the Romans, shall marry the Queen of Sweden. The titular King of Scotland is for certain leaving France, and it is thought that he will go to Germany, to give thanks for, and to receive the annual contribution which the Princes do allow him. It is spoken in France, that the Peace between the two Commonwealths of England and Holland is concluded, and Monsieur Borsel the Dutch Ambassador in France, hath lately received Letters from Holland which do assure him of it. It is certified by Letters from Edinburgh, that they have been advertised from Aberdeen, that seventeen Dutch ships are arrived in the North, and hath bought with them two hundred Horse, great store of Arms, and fifteen hundred Soldiers. I must retract from an Error heretofore committed, when I gave unto you, that Lodowick the late Marquis of Huntley had left no Brother behind him. It is since informed that the Lord Marquis his Father had four Sons, and the youngest of them, Charles is yet alive, and Inherits the titles, and Possessions of his Father. It is also advertised, that he, and the young Earl of Montrose are gone unto the Enemy, who make their spoils, and devastations wheresoever they do come. I am desired to give notice, that if any persons concerned in the Probate of Wills, and Administration, do send for Commissions, they must return the same with speed, from time to time, to the Office at Star-chamber in Westminster, because the power of the Court doth expire the first of April next. Some ships have been brought into the West of England; the Hector Frigate took one which had in her three thousand cheeses, the ship belongeth to Amsterdam. A private Man of War hath also brought in a ship of Rotterdam, laden with Fish and Cheeses. A squadron of our fleet plying up and down at Lands end, the Pirates are very quiet. This day was the Gaol delivery at Newgate, 8 were hanged, 6 men, and 2 women, two of them for ravishing young Girls, the rest for Robbery One of the Women was hanged for bewitching two children, and the Mother of them. The Woman was bewitched to an extreme costiveness in her body and repairing to a Doctor, he told her that she was bewitched, but if his physique wrought with her, it might peradventure cure her, he directed her to make a cake, and to knead it with her own water, and to eat it, using a form of words, which he gave her in writing. This counsel being followed, she became as it were distracted and in a strange manner, entering into the Witch's House, she demanded her Picture, and the pictures of her children, which she carried home, and burned, but she did thrust a hot iron into the breast of her own picture, and presently afterwards she felt herself went orderly to stool, when she was bewitched, she had also a grievous pain in her side, and back, and she found that in those places of her Body where she was pained, the pictures also had holes pierced in it. The Woman that was bewitched brought this picture, and showed it to the Justices on the Bench. She would have received the Sacrament with a gathered Church, but it being denied, because she was reputed to have bewitched such a Woman, and her children, she denied the fact, and appealed to her God for her innocence; being asked who was her God, she said the God of the World, and wished she might never speak if it were not false, and desired that her God would show some eminent judgment on her if it were true, whereupon she presently was struck lame, and dumb, and so continued till the Rope deprived her of all possibility of speaking again. The trial of the Brother of the Portugal Ambassador is put off until the next Sessions. It is advertised from Scotland that the Countries there are generally in a great distraction concerning the Levies to be raised by the Highlanders. Those in Commission for the Commonwealth requiring them (as great reason there is for it) not to be assisting to the Levies directly or indirectly, as they would not be deemed public Enemies, and proceeded against as such to the utmost extremity. Glencarn on the other side who calls himself Commander in Chief of his Majesty's Forces within the Kingdom of Scotland, requires them to give obedience to his Orders, or else they shall suffer as disloyal Subjects, and professed Enemies to the advancement of his affairs. In these commands full of danger, and contrariety, the amazed People know not what to do, but receiving counsel from the danger, they comply with the English, who are the stronger part, though their hearts are with the weaker. However it is affirmed that the Highlanders do carry such an influence on them, that they do increase in their Levies, their musters being made more numerous by the access of the Marquis of Huntley, and the Marquis of Montrose. The Highlanders fall often down in the Lowlands, after their accustomed manner, and having plundered the Countries, return with more than ordinary speed, for fear of being circumvented. It is certified by Letters from Hamburg, that ten of our Merchants, laden with commodities from the East-Indies, are come safely to Gothenburg, five of our Frigates are there, as a Convoy to them. The eight Frigates commanded to ply about the Lands end, and to guard the Channel, are come in again, another part are sent out to be upon Duty in their places, General Penn is still riding at Ellen's point, not far from Portsmouth. There hath been a conflict betwixt the Inhabitants of the Bishopric of Leige, and the Forces of Conde, and Lorraign, who have possessed themselves of two small Towns, and have Quartered themselves therein. This morning it was advertised again, that the King of France hath for the present made a stop of all English ships in the Harbours of France. The titular King of England is for certain as yet in France, whatsoever is whispered to the contrary. Prince Rupert hath been so fortunate this Christmas at play, that he hath won twelve thousand Crowns of some of the Lords of that Kingdom. It is most certain that some Gentlemen who belong to the titular King of Scotland have wrote to their Wives in England, to make their peace for them with his Highness, having now lost all hopes of preferment by their young Master, and yet (they say) they felt there no want, but of the air only of their Native Country, and of their Companies. Every street in this City, and the Exchange it self is full of the News of Peace with Holland, nay some are so bold, they will tell you what are the very Articles, but there is nothing certain of it. But on the contrary, General Blake who hath the Seamen's hearts, and lost his blood with them is gone down to Portsmouth, and will be in a readiness to put forth to Sea. It is said that the Queen of Sweden did ride in great magnificence about a mile from her Court, to give a meeting to our English Ambassador but this I have received from the tradition only of report. It is most certain that some Tories amongst the Irish have broken forth again, and do much mischief. Being demanded some months a go, to deliver up their fire-arms, they murmured themselves into a conspiracy, being resolved to lay down their arms, and their lives together. An unhappy accident lately fell out in the Isle of Ely; Some Gentlemen distasting the Drink, of the Inn, sent to Wisbitch for Wine. Another company of Gentlemen in the said Inn understanding it, desired to partake of their Wine, whereupon a Bottle was sent, but some sinister interpretation being given to it, a curious desire possessed one of the Gentlemen that sent for the Wine, to see who were those that desired it at the Inn, whereupon he took one of his Friends with him. Being come together, they fell from words to blows, the candle being struck out, one Mr: Mallory was killed, which was presumed to be done by one Mr: Dymonds who is fled, which adds to the suspicion, and the Gentlemen upon his Death did charge the said Mr: Dymonds with it. The other is in durance for the Fact. A Declaration came forth to Day, that it shall be treason for any man to speak, or write against the Lord Protector. The stopping of all English ships in the Ports of France. The Peace with Holland uncertain; and General Blake for certain putting forth to Sea. The report of the Queen of Sweden in her own person meeting the English Ambassador in great magnificence. The Declaration of General Penn to the Seamen and Soldiers. The Highlander's new plundering, and increasing their Levies by the access of the Marquis of Huntley, and the Earl of Montrose. And much mischief done in Ireland by the straggling Tories. Treason for any to speak or write against the Lord Protector.

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☞ The apprehending of some more of the Conspirators against His Highness the Lord Protector, and the present Government. The wracking and breaking One upon the Wheel, with this Inscription written upon a Stake by it; An Example to all those who will imitate such a Traitor. Also, the French King's sending over Mons. Nieusville to his Highness the Lord Protector, to desire that his Majesty and his Subjects may be comprehended in the Articles of Peace between England and Holland. A bloody Fight between the English and the Highlanders near Aberdeen, and the routing of Glencairn's Army consisting of 2000 men, and the pursuing of them seven miles; Also the advance of his Excellency the Lord Henry Cromwell and divers other Noble Commanders for Ireland; Together with the dispersing of the Dutch Fleet of Fishermen, and taking of their Convoys: And an Order of the States of Holland, commanding all the Shipping in the Unites Provinces to be ready about the beginning of March next. From Friday Febr. 17, to Friday February the 24. 1654. London, Printed by Robert Wood; to prevent all false Copies. Her Majesty the Queen of Sweden having had news of the Change in England, received His Highness's Credentials with all willingness; and His Excellence the Lord Whitlock hath had two meetings with the Grand Chancellor, and satisfied him concerning his power to conclude and determine things; they went over the Articles in general, and there was nothing seemed dubious or controversial, which His Excellency left unsatisfied; and we may confidently be assured, that after time hath ripened their debates, we shall receive an an- contentment and good of this Nation. The last Week I gave you notice of a dangerous plot that was discovered against His Highness the Lord Protector, and this present Government; and how the Conspirators were apprehended at Master Amp a Vintner his House, dwelling at the sign of the Ship in the Old Bailey; they have since been examined before the Lord Protector and his Honourable Council, from whose Confessions may be gathered, that their Grand Design was; 1. That each Conspirator should take an Oath of Secrecy, not to discover any part or parcel of their intended Design. 2. That none should be trusted in this design, but such as should be adjudged absolute Royalists, and true friends to their titular King. 3. That so many persons should be engaged for Officers to an Army as should undertake for the private listing of 30000 men to be ready to rise at a time appointed. 4. That this design should be acted in all the several Counties of England at once. 5. That one party at the time appointed should fall upon his Highness, and murder him and his Lifeguard and others about him, as also the Garrison at St. James. 6. Another party were to seize upon the Tower of London. 7. That when all this should be acted, their titular King, Charles Stuart, should be in a private place in the City of London, and be brought forth and presently crowned, and proclaimed King, and Proclamation sent forth into all parts, That Charles Stuart, eldest Son of the late King, was Crowned King, &c. offering pardon to soldiers and all others that would come in. 8. That this design might be carried on with the better Judgement, and according to the Instructions they received from time to time from their titular King, they made choice of four persons of eminency, to carry on this trust. But it pleased God to touch the heart of one of those four who with a troubled spirit came and discovered this design to the Officers of the Army, and where some of them would be at such a time; whereupon Lieutenant Colonel Worsley, and other Officers went and apprehended these persons following at the Ship Tavern aforesaid: M. Thomas Dutton, Mr. Joseph Sawyer, Mr. William Jenkins, Mr. John Archer, Mr. Thomas Burce. Mr Joseph Parker, Mr, Roger Lee, Mr. Thomas Rosse, Mr. Christopher Watkins. Captain Smith, Mr. Peter Middleton. Mr Roger Cotes. Charles Stuart, The titular Duke of York, Prince Rupert, Major General Massey, Major General Middleton, Alderman Bruce, Lord Loughbrough. Lord Byron, Sir Thomas Sands, Sir Thomas Armstrong, and many others. His Highness the Lord Protector and his Honourable Council considering that some things contained in the former Act for Treason, might appear dubious so some people's Understandings, have caused an Ordinance to be published for the Explanation of Treasons: A true Copy whereof is here inserted. Whereas by an Ordinance, Entitled, An Ordinance declaring that the Offences therein mentioned, and no other, shall be adjudged High Treason within the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, it is, amongst other things, Ordained and Established, That no Matter, Fact, Crime, or Offence whatsoever, other than such as are therein mentioned and expressed, should be deemed, taken, or adjudged High Treason; and whereas some doubts and question may arise, whether that Clause in the said Ordinance doth not extend to the Offences mentioned in the instrument, entitled, The Government of the Commonwealth of England, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, and which are thereby declared to be High Treason; For clearing thereof, and removing all scruples thereupon, his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice of his Council, doth Declare and Ordain, That neither the said Ordinance, nor thy Clause or thing therein contained, shall extend or be construed, adjudged or taken to extend unto all or any the Offences declared by the said Instrument to be high Treason, but that all and every the said Offences are hereby adjudged, and shall be adjudged, taken and deemed to be High Treason, and that all and every the said Offender and Offenders, shall suffer the pains and penalties of High Treason, the said Ordinance, or anything therein contained to the contrary, in any wise notwithstanding. The last Letters from our fleet, speak about 80 sail to be upon the Coast of France, and besides them there be about 15 broad in squadrons, and as Scouts who have brought in 8 prizes. The main fleet of the Dutch is not yet heard of abroad, though we have intelligence they are very strong, part of our Fleet are going Northward yet not so but they can join again in few hours if occasion be, but we are now for Peace, yet prepared for war. From Newcastle they write, that costs are likely to be plentiful at London, for they have little to do there, but dig and send them away as last as shipping comes thither for them. Three English Regiments are newly marched into Scotland ( others went before them) and shortly you will hear the Highlanders have made the most of their game this winter, and will be forced to keep the Rocks and Hills in the summer, for all the brags of Middleton, and the aid they are permitted from the other side of the water. The Lord Hastings hearing he was named to be suspected (as I have formerly mentioned in the precedent List) hath been with the Council to clear himself. Some others are apprehended, and some Apprentices run away, and left Bills with their Masters for the moneys they have taken. This day the two Deputies from the Governor of Amiland dined at his Highness's, at the Cock-pit, with great entertainment. This day we received intelligence, that on Thursday the 9 of Febr. Col. Morgan with a party of 1200 Horse, Foot, and Dragoons, engaged Glencairn and Kenmore's Army (given out to be 2000) at a Rendezvous which they had that day at the head of Cromar 16 miles from Aberdeen; and though the Enemy had the advantage, after a little dispute they were totally routed, and pursued seven miles in the Hills. Kenmore had left a garrison in Kildrumming (the Earl of Mar's Castle) which our men were then marching against. Since this we have news of Captain Motlows marching out of the garrisons of Dunstaffnage and Dunnolly with a party out of those two garrisons, and that he fell upon the house Archchetton in Lorn in Argyllshire, and took it with all the men, arms, and Ammunition in it: He killed three, and afterwards (that it might not harbour any more of those wild Cattle) fired it. Since which Lieut. Col. Cotterel marched out of Glasgow to reduce the Garrison of Rosdew near Loch Lomond, and before he came near it, the Enemy ran away, and left word they had no order to fight. We heard also yesterday, that Brokie Cap Lieut. to Col. Wogan, is dead ; and the Earl of Atholl (that fires and burns men's corn and houses) threatened to shoot Holland the to death, for not curing Wogan and Brokie. Some of these Blad and tend to desire liberty to live peaceably, and no doubt long they will betray one another into our hand. Col. Cooper sent to , party of 100 foot, and about 100 horse and dragoons to Dunbarton, and on the advantage of this dry weather, they had a party of about and 100 horse in ; but upon our approach they are fled without pass, though they might have done it with great advantage, and out of great quit their garrison, and carried away the iron gates of 1. Jac b Mr of the St. David 2000 Holland , 800 , 200 , taken by Captain Francis Commander of the Frigate. 2. Jose taken by Capt. John Commander of the Nightingale Frigate. 3. 120 Tonnes, , taken by Capt. Commander of the Adventure Frigate. this from the Hague Feb 20. This day sent by the Protestant Cantons of Switzerland to mediate a Reconciliation between the two Commonwealths of England and the United Provinces, who hath formerly resided long at London, is arrived here. The Freebooters de Haen hath brought in three ships taken upon the coasts of Scotland, two laden with coals, and a Flute laden with salted Salmon and other Goods. The last Sunday arrived here an express from London, with Letters from the Lord Beverling to the Lords States General. The Provinces of Zealand, Utrecht, Freezland, and Overijssel; first brought into the Lords States General their Resolution upon the Ratification of the Articles of Peace, and according to the resolution of the Lords States of Holland, approved of, and ratified them. The next day the same was done by the States of Gidlerland and Gronning. Insomuch that it is generally hoped that the Treaty shall very shortly be brought to a full conclusion, and some Ambassadors go speedily for England, only altering some things in the Articles proposed and signed by the Deputies of both sides in England. One Willebort Bosse inhabitant of Flushing, coming lately from the Caribde Islands with a small vessel of six pieces of Ordnance laden with Tobacco and other like commodities, and having about the Canaries met with an English vessel of 3 or 4 pieces only, laden with Spanish Soap, and other Goods, esteemed to the value of 2000 l. Flemish, hath taken and brought her to Rochel. There was also 4 or five days ago by Captain Oliv. Danielle brought in a prize worth 20 or 24000 Gilders. And three days ago one Captain Lembrant, who hath taken five prizes with Coals, and amongst them a Flute called the Elephant, formerly taken by the English, Captain John and another Freebooter had taken two prizes from the same Fleet, but they were parted by storm and misty weather, and so they lost them again. Letters from Hamburg certify, that they begin to conceive great hopes of the Treaty between England, Holland, and are such rejoicing at the good success of that Negotiation. There are great preparations made by sea in Denmark. We hear from Frandenburgh that over against Leazer there in the sky a star of an extraordinary brightness with streams round about. And from in the Country thereabouts there is so infinite a number of of all colours, and of other like bred out of corruption, that it is feared they will eat up the fruits of the earth, spreading all that Country over even as far as Brunswick. The Letters from Ludow, certify, that Major Gen. Brown is discharged of his long imprisonment there, and is coming up towards London, where doubtless he will not be wanting of returning thanks to his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council, for being more just and merciful unto him than those that committed him. From Dartmouth thus: Here are two ships laden and have hoisted sail this week for the Canaries and from thence to the Barbadoes, I pray God send them a prosperous voyage; we hear of more mischief done by the Brest men of War on these coasts, they have taken two English ships very lately and have driven another into a small harbour on the coast of Cornwall, which was in great danger to be taken. It is advertised from Scotland, that several parties of the enemy falling down into the Lowlands in several parties have been taken by our Forces; four of Glencairn's own Troop have been taken, and eight horse, his Lieutenant, whose name is Rutherford hardly escaped. There are a considerable party of the Highlanders not far from St Johnstons, who are very active since the drawing our horse Northwards, but upon the coming of two Regiments more from England, our Horse will be so disposed of, that the Highlanders will be met with in all places; it being impossible for them to move in the Lowlands, but we shall be at their heels to pursue them, or in the front to oppose them. But as the numbers of the Highlanders begin to decrease, so doth their courage, 10000 of the Arms, with other Ammunition and utensils of War, being sunk with the ship that brought them on the coasts of Scotland. I am informed that the titular Scotch King sent lately unto Holland, desiring the transportation of some thousands of Soldiers and Officers which he had got together: and that from thence a Dispatch immediately was made to the King of Denmark, to see what assistance he could get there. The Scots continue that plunderings in parties, and oftentimes come short of home. It is certified, that it is impossible for the Highlanders to have any considerable Body of Horse in the field until the middle of May. The long expected Ambassadors from Holland are not yet arrived. Our fleet consisting of fourscore and eight gallant ships are put forth to sea. The Sovereign is making ready with all possible speed at Portsmouth; so are the Rainbow, the Resolution, and the Andrew at Chattau. Several prizes are brought in, some belonging to France, and some to Holland. Mr. Feak and Mr. Powel have made Addresses for their liberty. The Brother to the Portugal Ambassador is this Week to be tried in the Old Bailey. More of the Conspirators were apprehended, of whom I shall shortly give you a further Account. Was published, An Ordinance, touching the Assessing, Levying, and Collecting of the latter three months' Assessment, appointed by an Act of the late parliament, entitled; An act for an assessment at the rate of 120000 l. by the Month (for six months) from the 25. of December 1653, to the 24 of June then next casuing, towards the maintenance of the Armies and Navies of this Commonwealth. Wherein, High Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council doth Declare and Ordain, that in case the way or manner of Assessing the said latter three Months' Assessment by a pound rate, in such sort as is prescribed by the said Act, shall prove prejudicial, and obstructive to the bringing in the said latter three Months' Assessment appointed by the said Act, by the time in the said Act for that purpose limited, That then, and in all such cases, the commissioners in any of the cities, counties, towns, and places in the said Act mentioned where such obstructions shall be or happen, shall appoint a general meeting together, and the major part of them meeting, may, and are thereby authorised (for the removal of such obstructions, and the more speedy and effectual execution of the said Act) to proceed according to the most just and equal way of Rates held in such places in the proportioning, levying and assessing the respective sums charged upon them; anything in the said Act to the contrary thereof contained in any wise notwithstanding. The Tories under Morlagh O Brian, who began to make a new bustling in Ireland, finding it impossible to subsist in their contumaciousness, have submitted; and having laid down their Arms are to be transported into Flanders, for the service of the King of Spain. In Whitechapel below the Church, over against the Stile that goes to Stepney, in Trumpet yard, dwells L.M. Student in Mathematical Physic, who cureth the Tysick and Cough of the Lungs, the swelling of the Spleen, and deafness of the ears, pestilent Fevers, and all sorts of Agues, of which cure he never failed; with other diseases incident to men. Also, he cureth perfectly all diseases peculiar to women, or their Sex, be they either Chronic or Acute; and hath cured many that have been thought to be past cure. If you enquire at the white Lyon in Whitechapel; or at the Angel in Cornhil near the Royal Exchange, they will direct you to him. There is lately extant, The History of New England, from the English planting in the year 1628. until the year, 1652. Printed for Nathaniel Brook, and are to be sold at his shop at the sign of the Angel in Cornhil. Captain Foster, and Captain Pack, Commanders of the Phoenix and Amity Frigates, on the 12 of Febr. fell amongst the Dutch Fishermen, and after a sharp conflict between them and their Convoys, took two Men of War that guarded them, and forced the Fishermen to draw up their nets, and leave their labour. We lost but one man, but the Dutch very many, and their ships so pitifully shattered, that nothing belonging will be of use except it be for firing, unless it be their Guns and Cables. The Lord Henry Cromwell (with divers other well experienced Commanders) is dispatched for Ireland, with Recruits for filling up of the Regiments, and settling that Nation. The French Letters certify, that the Duke de Longueville, is by his Majesty's order arrived in Paris, and hath left his command in Normandy to be present at the Prince of Conde's Process. There is no doubt nor scruple made there of the agreement between the Commonwealth of England and the United Provinces; and this Court would fain find some way to be comprehended in the Articles of Peace, and to that end his Majesty of France is sending over Mons. Nieuville Ambassador to the Lord Protector, to intimate unto his Highness the Lord Protector, and his honourable Council, the desires of the French King, and the Peers of France, to enter into amity with the Commonwealth of England. The 15 instant old style, the Prince of Conti was espoused to Cardinal Mazarine's Niece, which was celebrated with extraordinary Ceremony, viz. Balls, Masking, Prays, and the like Courtlike Pastimes. The Cardinal hath bestowed upon them one hundred thousand Escu's down, and the next year hath promised as much more. The Ambition of the Court Ningles is now to study who shall first win the favour of the Prince to feast with them, and then strive one to exceed the other to their own tune which hath constantly been the course of Flatterers, not only to Princes, but their Favourites. And to crown the Courtiers' happiness, news was brought on the 17 instant, that Beffort was taken by the Marshal de Seneterre. Charles Stuart with his Train are leaving of this place to try their fortunes in some other Countries. And Monsieur Duresteste, one of the chiefest Authors of the tumults of the City of Bordeaux, was cracked and broken upon the Wheel at Bordeaux; and his head to be set upon a stake, and this Sentence written underneath; An Example to all those who will imitate such a Traitor in Rebellion. The Hollanders are troubled, because the Lord Beverning hath not procured a Cessation of Arms; and some reason they have for it; For the last week we took nine ships laden with Wines near Ostend, and four going to Middlesbrough with Spice: Upon the hearing of which, the States ordered, That all the shipping that they could make, should be ready against the beginning of the next March. and entered according to the late Act for Printing.

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Letters intercepted in Scotland sent up to London, and Lieu. Gen. Middleton's joining with Gen. Glencarn, with 16 loads of ammunition, and the names of the Officers and Commanders, which he brought with him into Scotland. The proceedings betwixt the L. Lisle, Maj. Gen. Lambert, Sir Gilbert Pickering, & the rest of the Commissioners with the Ambassadors of Holland, concerning the treaty of peace. And letters from Amsterdam touching the Orange party, and other transactions. The L. Protector's order for the Commanders of the Army to repair to their several charges. The great ship built at Wollage was lanced (for length she exceeds the Royal Sovereign 6 yards) she is falling down towards Gravesend in stately Equipage, and it is said that our whole Fleet will very speedily have a Rendezvous upon the Downs; in order whereunto Gen. Desborow, and Gen. Monk are now at Chattam, shipping of land soldiers, yet doth the treaty with the Holland Ambassadors go on here, and the Articles will suddenly be engrossed, and after that is done, we shall very suddenly know what will be the issue of all that hath been treated of. An Ordinance is preparing for the Trial and approbation of Ministers; and thirty Commissioners (Ministers and others) will be appointed to put them in execution: but the power extends only to the trying of such Ministers as have been admitted within these six months last past, or that shall be admitted hereafter. From Paris, March 12. Since the surrender of Beffort, the Court have assailed Count Harcourt with new temptations for a surrender of what he holds in Alsatia, and the Marshal de la Ferte Seneterre hath instructions sent him for that purpose; but it is apprehended he will never trust the Court, nor the charms of the Cardinal. The Prince of Conti, and his new Princess the Cardinal's Niece, have spent their days hitherto in Balls and Feasting among the great ones, at which solemnities both the King and Cardinal have made all possible expressions of mirth and contentment. The Lady is one of much beauty, and considering her husband's stature, may soon look over his shoulder, in such an active Court as this is. The Cardinal keeps servants of his own about him, that as Policy and Interest made this wonderful match, so Policy may keep it, till personal and State jealousy do chance to break it; for, it is thought and said already, there is not much affection, nor confidence on either side. The popularity talk of a prodigious sum appointed for the Lady's Portion, and they have most reason to talk (though they seldom hit right) because it goes out of their purses, whatever it be. It is not liked, that so many persons interest in the City, should be visiting of Conti, where it is not known what his and his brother Conde's interest may yet effect, notwithstanding the late marriage, it being no new thing here, if the highest designs of malice should break out at, or after a wedding. His brother the Prince of Condi, is preparing to make work at Spring. This little cloud upon the Frontiers may chance to gather now that the D. of Lorrain, his great Rival and Competitor in the Spanish Interest, is laid in Limbo: for he was the great impediment to the Prince's designs, having (as he is charged) been tempering with France, to the prejudice of the affairs both of Spain and Condi, but being removed, and his Army disposed into the hands of his younger brother, Francis of Lorrain, a person not so debauched nor odious, but more firm at the devotion of the Spaniards, it is supposed they may be able to go on the more current in their designs upon this Kingdom. And in Flanders they are very forward in their preparations already; Marshal Furen hath issued out Orders for putting of the Army with all speed, into a convenient posture to prevent them. Dover the 9 of March, by a small Barque come this morning from France, we hear that a great Fleet of Dutch Merchant men, consisting of about 140 Sail is gone to the Westward, sailing close by the Coast of France, and having a fair wind, it is like they have passed without interruption from our Fleet, whom we hear is still near St. Helen's point, this Dutch Fleet hath a convoy of about 60 sail of men of War, but they are to be divided, the Merchant ships being bound to several Countries and Ports: we are expecting some ships from Dunkirk, and Ostend, but as yet they are not arrived. Lieth the 4 of March 1653. Since my last there is certain intelligence come of the landing of Middleton at the Ferry of Uney in Southerland, on Monday was sevennight, about 12 of the clock at night in an Hoy, in which was some Arms: there came with him Sir George Munroe, the Lord Nappier, Tho. Dyell, Aldermen, Major Gen. Dyell, Lodowick Drumland, and above 100 more. The vessel was unloaded, and sent away the next morning. They sent 40 of their men or thereabouts, up to Achness with 8 or 10 Horse load of Arms, the rest they carried along with themselves, and go up Strach fleet, towards Assigne. It is reported there is another Ship loaded in Strathnemer with Arms, but no men, they speak of meeting with Glencarn in the Brays of Murray, where they are to have their Rendezvous and from thence to press all the Countries of Rise. It was this day advertised by Letters from the North, that the Dutch Freebooters, have taken six or seven small vessels which came from Sunderland, and caused another to run ashore near Hartlepool. A Freebooter of Enchuysen hath lately taken the Merchant's ship, called The Chestnut Tree of Amsterdam, which had been taken by our ships not far from Ulie. There is arrived at Uly a Fleet of 140 sail, which came from the Eastland, a great part whereof are come to Amsterdam, and the rest to several other Ports in that Country, their lading is chiefly corn, and divers other materials for the setting forth of ships. By Letters from Deal it was advertised, that on Thursday last another Fleet of Merchants belonging to the Dutch, consisting of about 150 did steer Westwards, they sailed close by the Coast of France, and had a fair wind which was the reason that our Fleet lying near St. Helen's point, could not so suddenly discover them, nor easily overtake them. This Dutch fleet had a fear they should be surprised in their passage, they had therefore a strong convoy with them consisting of 60 men of War, but having brought them beyond the danger which they feared, a great part of them returned the same way they came, the others did go along with the Fleet, being bound to several Ports lying on the Western seas. In the meantime we make great preparations for completing our Summer's Fleet, 1000 private soldiers besides Seamen were on Monday last drawn out of the 4 Regiments about London, and sent on shipboard. Gen Desbrow, and Gen. Monk, and the Commissioners of the Admiralty are at Chattam; The Pressed men are put on board, and many soldiers of the Army: the Dutch having added 60 new Frigates to their Fleet, so you see what readiness the Fleets are in on both sides; and if a Peace should not be concluded, it is likely that the greatest blow would be struck that hath been yet, but it is thought there is not any question now of a full agreement. His Highness the Lord Protectors Council had under consideration the taking down of Paul's to prevent the danger of the falling of itself, for that the cracks in the roof increase and wax greater, and much more is newly fallen where that formerly did, near the great fourth door: but nothing is yet ordered therein. It is advertised from Scotland, that since the arrival of General Middleton, the Highlanders do grow numerous; at the Rendezvous in Murray land the Arms were distributed, some moneys received, and Letters read from their titular King, promising his assistance to the uttermost of his power, at which some signs of great joy were made, which were suddenly cooled by the tidings of the approach of our Army, of which more in the next. The titular King of Scots of his own accord did choose to go into Germany, it being a journey a long time in his intention. The Queen of Bohemia is going to Frankendale, which is her Dowry, a most wealthy place, and of great frequentation, it being the middle way betwixt Worms and Spiers, where she will do the best she can to entertain him; some Letters affirm, that the titular King of Scots is way discouraged at his removal out of France, so familiar are his misfortunes with him. Antwerp, March 14, 1654. The Duke of Lorrain doth still remain in our Castle, as a close prisoner; the Archduke doth use him with all the civil respects that may be and as becometh a Prince: His brother Duke Francis (as I hear) will be here tomorrow to command the Army. There is an Express sent to the Emperor, and another into Spain, to give notice of all that hath passed in that business; there hath not been discovered as yet any considerable sums of money in his possession; the greatest business is those jewels found about his daughter amounting to a good round sum: he keepeth daily a very good Table, having many men to wait on him. Several complaints have been made, that some differing in judgement in point of Religion from others, have affronted them in their Pulpits, to the scandal of Religion, whereupon there is something under consideration for a severe punishment to be inflicted impartially upon all whatsoever, who shall disturb the Congregation in their public worship of God. Monsieur Williamson, Ambassador for Denmark, is very suddenly expected to make his application to his Highness the Lord Protector Amsterdam the 14 of March. The Commander Ruyter is chosen Vice-Admiral for this City. The 140 sail that came from the Eastland, are part coming up to this City, and the rest go to divers ports in this Country. There is likewise come to the Hague an Agent or Public Minister of Malta, who is called the Chevalier Palant, he hath an Audience of the States General, and after that hath delivered in certain papers, wherein are expressed at large the occasion of his coming, and his Demands. A Freebooter of Enchuisen hath lately retaken a ship that had been taken by the English near the Vlie: Here are two great ships also come from the Charibdie Islands. From Venice the 6. Febr. 1654. By a ship that came lately from Candia, we hear that Uslaim Bashaw, who is General of the Turkish Army in that Island, intending to besiege anew that City, had brought all his forces near the place, intending to entrench and fortify themselves close to the walls, but that our forces within had made such a powerful sally upon those infidels, that they had not only made them to forsake their new works, but likewise made them to retreat in a disorderly way, but not without some considerable loss on our part. Here are now four ships under sail, which carry men, moneys, and the like warlike necessaries for the relief of Candia; and there are more ships which will be ready for the same purpose in a few days. Our Levies likewise go on gallantly, not only those in Germany, but also those in several parts of Italy: Divers persons who had been exiled from this City, have made their peace with considerable sums of money, among whom is the Earl Porcellago of Breseia. Further from Paris thus. The Marshal de la Ferte having settled all things at Beffort, is marched towards Brisack, with an intent to bring the Earl of Harcourt to accept those conditions mentioned in the King's Declaration, which settleth him on those conditions as he was when he left the Leagure of Villanova in Agenois, and in a case of denial, the said Marshal is to block him up, and reduce him by force of arms, having already taken some Castles which are leading on to the work. The garrison that marched out of Beffort came to Luxembourg in a reasonable good condition. The French forces are still quartered in Languedoc and now the provisions brought into Rosa being near spent; therefore care is had to relieve the place with more. There have been some motisons made of late by friends behalf of Cardinal de Retz, yet hath he not his enlargement. SIR, I can no longer live without writing, for I understand the Court hath done some kind of Justice wherewith you are reasonably well pleased, but if this content be not absolute, I am resolved not to rejoice; and truly it is a shame to see the bounties of Princes in the hands of such persons, who can neither be useful nor pleasing unto them and that honest men must still satisfy themselves with the only testimony of a good conscience, and in the content they receive in well doing, for my part I will not complain of fortune, if others must have the use of her. Now if the Ministers of State understood my secret, and that for satisfying of two, it were only necessary to oblige one, by acquitting themselves of what they owe another, they might easily spare what they have done unto me. Philip Lord Lisle, Major Gen. Lambert, Sir Gilbert Pickering, John Lawrence, Colonel George Mountague, and Walter Strickland, Esq. had this day a large conference with the Dutch Ambassadors concerning the explaining of some words which seem to afford some ambiguity in the Articles. Thus you see how weighty matters of State go on by gradations; a few more steps will lead to a period of this great business. From Deal we hear that upon notice given to our Fleet that about 60 Dutch Merchants ships ere lately gone forth with a small convoy, a squadron of ours sailed forth towards the Coast of France, endeavouring for to meet with them, but as yet we cannot hear what success they had. The Merchant adventurers for Ireland are to meet at Grocers' Hall London on Thursday next, for making a Lottery for the Narronies. The Committee for Obstructions sitting at Worcester house in the Strand, have adjourned till the 13 of April next, at which time the Commissioners for the sale of the Lands, &c. belonging to the late King, Queen, and Prince sit there again. In some Churches in London many godly people kept this day in fasting & prayer, for imploring the blessing of rain from above, in this time of drought, which we the rather mention, that people may with thankful hearts take notice of God's goodness, in his readiness to answer their prayers, in sending down sweet and refreshing showers upon the earth, at the very same instant, in which they are seeking unto him for that mercy. There be some Copies of Letters intercepted from Scotland, sent to London, which within few days will be made public. From Amsterdam they write of a stately Fleet almost in readiness, and say, that it far exceeds the number they have yet had forth to fight, and their Prospective out of England is Reciprocal, and (say some of the Letters) all Christendom stand amazed at the transactions of these so mighty and considerable Commonwealths, yet they seem not to doubt but their Ambassadors have before this time ratified the Peace with England, saying that they had but six weeks allotted for their stay in England. The Orange party are indifferent quiet for the present, though they talk very high, but being they are put to play an after game, the matter is so much the less considerable.

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Published for the right understanding of all the Mad-merry-People of Great-Bedlam. From Wednesday Febr. 15. to Wednesday February. 22. 1654. This Week Gentlemen, a Man or a Mouse; Either exit Democritus, or Enter Hiraclitus; No matter, cheer up, as long as thy Cause is honest, and Conscience clear, the threats of brainsick enemies cannot daunt thee; so long as Justice and Equity takes my part, I fear none but God and his Substitutes, and therefore avoid Dmon, I utterly defy thee and all thy Works. There is a Physician lately come out of Tenebris that helps any Gentleman Usher of the Consumption in the legs this Lent by eating of Veal, which will wonderfully increase their Calves in one month; Or if any Virgin be sick of Cupid, that her Disease grow to a Tympanie, let her with all speed possible remove herself, changing the Air for 40. Weeks after, keeping very spare Diet when she travels, ever after using lawful Exercises, till the Party be married, and then she is passed danger. If any Lady be sick of the Sullens, she knows not where, let her take a handful of Simples, I know not what, and use them I know not how, applying them to the place grieved, I know not which, and she shall be cured I know not when. If any Scholar be troubled with an Itch or breaking out, which in short time may prove the Scurvy; let him forbear clawing or fretting meats, especially eating Eggs with Chickens in them; and so after dinner stroke his temples with fasting-Spittle, and so purge Choler, but by any means upwards. If any be troubled with the Tentigo, he must travel to Japan, or because the Coven-Garden is of the same altitude and Elevation of the Pole, and a shorter Voyage, let him but hunt there one afternoon for his Recreation, and it shall be done in an instant; the readiest way to start the Game, is to have an eye up to the Bell-conies, where a Knight of micckle same the other day courted a Brace of Drury-lane Ladies, making them show their fine embroidered toes through the rails, to spite and vex his poor distressed Wife, who (poor Lady) works hard for a Groat or Six-pence a day to keep her alive; Oh shameless impudence of men and Women in these inconstant times. If anyone be troubled with a Felon on his finger, whereby he hath lost the lawful use of his Hand; let him but once use the exercise of swinging, and stretch but himself upon the Sovereign Tree on Paddington Fair Day, It will certainly kill the Felon. If any Lady be married, and cannot have a Child in 3 quarters after, if she have but a longing Desire to be a Mother, let her eat to her Breakfast a new-laid Egg in a spoonful of Goat's Milk, with a scruple of Amber-grease, and at supper feed on a Hen trodden but by one Cock, and above all things, to avoid hurrying in Hackney Coaches, especially on the Stones, or thinketh by Paintings, Patches, Frizzlings, Powderings or Perfumings to mend what Nature made; and no doubt she shall increase and fructify, suddenly after. If any Lapland Merchant be burst, or troubled with a Rupture in his Estate, so that he cannot go abroad to make Water, let him decoct Gold from a Pound to a Noble; taking the Broth thereof from 6 Months to six Months, and he shall afterwards be assured at the Assurance Office, in a short time after, to be as Able a Man as ever he was. If any be Deaf, Lame, Blind, or any bound, or loose behind, if Ladies foul, would be made fair, have new Powder, or new Hair, if any dream or walk by Night, are troubled with the Mare or Sprite, be Drums, or Rattles in thy head, are not thy Brains well tempered, Do's olus thy stomach gnaw, hast Worms or Vermin in thy Maw, dost thou desire young Maids to please, here's the best Cantharides, all Diseases that arise from ill-disposed Crudities, of lazy Gout, I Cure the rich, and rid the Beggar of the Itch, I steam avoid both thick & thin, I dislocated joints put in, I can lost Maidenheads restore, and do ten Thousand Cures more. I lie at the Flying Horseshoe in Honesty street, and am constantly at home between Twelve and 16. in the forenoon; You may inquire for Doctor Fumigosus the English Italian, who will at those hours be ready to attend you. The last News from Westminster, Feb. 13. make mention of a terrible bloody Battle between the Watermen and Hackney-Coachmen, who fell out in the Palace yard, which should carry a Fair to Lambeth cheapest; from words they fell to blows, and so began the Battle; a Waterman gave the onset with his Stretcher, and plied it home so roundly, that his Noddle saluted his Coach-horse's heels; with that the rest of the Hackney-men began to shoot brickbats from the Mortar-pieces in their Coach-boxes so thick that two Skulls were broke, and such streams of blood issued there from them, that the Fountain in the Palace yard was drowned therewith; They kept such a bawling, that if the Lawyers had not formerly been acquainted with it, an Order doubtless would have been taken with them; but the Watermen being more fair-conditioned than the Coachmen, at last yielded to a Treaty; The first man being an Oar just come ashore, alleged the great and insufferable injuries they sustained by the multitudes of Hackney-Coaches, next to London-bridge a great Frost, and a Press of Watermen, the most grievous eyesore to them as could be; The Coachman made but a round Reply to the business, driving very home for the usefulness of Coaches, alleging in these faithless times, Men had rather trust themselves five miles by Land, than half a mile by Water, by reason of sudden storms and dangers that very often and unexpectedly, whereby many had been formerly drowned; whereupon they put the case between both parties to Arbitration, binding themselves by an Assumsit to stand to the Arbitrament of two men that were neither Watermen nor Coachmen, who in short time gave up the Result, That the Coachmen should drive by Water, and the Watermen row by Land; and so both parties rest well content, only that London-bridge and great Frosts should not molest Coaches nor Coachmen as they had formerly done Watermen. At the closing up of this difference, a Letter was brought to a Waterman, that a servant of his that was formerly Pressed, was drowned by an accident, whereupon reading the same he fetched a great sigh, saying, Alas, Alas, he is gone the way of all Flesh: You had said true; quoth a Coachman, if he had miscarried on Land, but miscarrying by water, I rather think your servant is gone the way of all Fish; At which answer all the Company laughed, and so the Coachmen took their way through the Thames, and the Watermen rowed home through the streets well elevated with good Liquor, much peace and amity having been between them ever since. A sorrowful, but loving Son of the Muses, for the untimely fall of his dear Father, penned this mournful Dirge or Ditty in the Antipodes, which being very pithy, I have here exposed to the view of all those that love their Father's Money better than his Person or Life: Bless me! what a strange Dream have had tonight? Methought I see the World dashed into a second Chaos, the Axletree of Heaven gave such a Crack it feared me! Oh my deceased FATHER! Oh his distempered Son! I cannot speak for Weeping. The last Letter from Constantinople, make mention of a wonderful accident, That happened there the last moon-shiny-Night; The Letter speaks as followeth, SIR, I presume you have heard the News in the Antipodes of the unexpected fall of Mahomet's Tomb, but the reason of the fall being hid from our eyes, is since miraculously discovered to be thus; The Man in the Moon wearing Hobnails on his shoes, just when the Moon passing over in the Equinoctial of that Country, being in an extreme Conjunction with Mars, caused so great a heat in the Sun, that the Hobnails in the Man in the Moon's shun melting the Leads of the Church where he hung, the Loadstone fixed thereto had violently drawn the Man quite out of the Moon, had he not by great accident caught hold of his Dog's tail, who to save his Master, clasped his forefeet on the horns of the Moon, and so held his Master up fast, till the Loadstone had joined to his Hobnails, at which instant of time Mahomet's Tomb, that had hung up so many hundred years, fell on the sudden to the ground, which caused such great astonishment in the People, that they run all mad, being so lunatic, That they could never be brought to their wits since; but what is most strange, the Loadstone hanging at the Man in the Moon's shoe, hath since that time drawn up into the Clouds the great City of Constantinople, and many other Cities in the Turks' Dominions; which lament the loss of their goodly buildings, London, printed by J. Crouch, and T.W. dwelling at the 3 Foxes in Long Lane. 1654.

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From Tuesday May 23. to Friday May 26, 1654. This day was kept a day of public Thanksgiving to Almighty God, according to the Declaration of the Lord Protector, lately mentioned, Mr. Lockier, and Mr. Thomas Goodwin, prayed and preached at Whitehall Chapel, where the Lord Protector and Council were present. And after Sermon a Woman made a disturbance by reproaching the present authority. It was kept in many Parishes in London, and by divers Churches, yet some would not observe it, and some kept a day of Humiliation. Hague 6 (alias 16) May. Here is arrived an Envoy from the City of Bremen to acquaint the States General of the condition they are in, are to desire Counsel and help against the Invasion of the Swedes. Besides the first private Publication and Thanksgiving, the next Monday the Publication of the Peace concluded between England and this State, is to be made through all the United Provinces, and in the evening Bonfires, with shooting off the Ordnance, and there shall be eight days after a day of Thanksgiving shall be kept. The States of Holland are yet sitting. The Princess Royal went yesterday to Onstaerdiick with the young Prince her Son. There is a triumphal Arch built at Amsterdam upon the place called the Dam, where also all the Canons have been brought from the Arsenals to made use of for the expressing our joy upon the news of peace. The Magistrates of Hamburg and Lubeck have sent some Deputies to mediate an agreement between the Swedes and the City of Bremen, whereupon the quarters of the Low Saxony, have also Deputed to Hamburg, to join with them in that mediation. We hear from Swedeland that the Queen hath already discharged a great many of her Court Officers and Servants, and that the Lord Erick Oxenstern is named to be sent extraordinary Ambassador into England. The Swedes have commanded upon great penalties the Inhabitants of this County to work about the fencing of the Suburbs of this City, lately taken by them. The Emperor hath in the mean time issued out a command, by which the General Koningsmark is almost forbidden to molest any more this City, and commanded to deliver us up again our Suburbs, Veghensack, and all the other places he hath taken from us, forbidding also the Bores, or any other of these parts to assist the Swedes. From Hamburg 12 May. The Deputies of the Low Saxony have not only met here with our Commissioners about the relief of the City of Bremen but also to make a defensive league with us. Whereas the enemies of the peace of this Nation (notwithstanding the many signal Providences of God in frustrating of their former counsels and malicious Designs) do appear still restless in their attempts, to involve this Commonwealth in blood and confusion. In order whereunto divers of them have lately repaired to London, as well from beyond the Seas, as from several parts of this Commonwealth: his Highness with the advice of his Council, hath therefore thought fit, and doth hereby expressly charge and command, that for the better discovery of persons ill affected to the peace of this Commonwealth, the Constables of the respective Parishes within the Cities of London and Westminster. Borough of Southwark and the Lines of Communication, do forthwith after the publication hereof, repair to the several houses within the respective Parishes, and require from the Householders a List of the names of all such persons as now do, or did lodge in their respective houses on Friday night last being the 19 of this instant May, or at any time since, with their several qualities and conditions, and how long they have been lodged there. And all and every the said Householders are accordingly to deliver to the said Constables, or one of them, a true List of all such names, upon peril of being reputed and dealt withal as accomplices and partakers in the designs. Which List so delivered, the respective Constables of the parishes within the Cities of London and Westminster, Borough of Southwark and Lines of Communication, are within 48 hours to deliver the Lord Mayor of London, & Bailiffs of Westminster & Southwark, respectively, whereof the said Constables are not to sail at their utmost peril. And the said Lord Mayor and Bailiffs are to return the Lists so to be by them received, to his Highness's Council at Whitehall, immediately after the receipt thereof. And his Highness doth likewise strictly command and require, that no person or persons whatsoever, lodging in the Lines of Communication, do change his or their several and respective lodgings, or depart out of the said Lines for the space of 10 days after the date hereof, without a special License and Pass in that behalf obtained from the Lord Mayor of the said City of London; or Bailiff of Westminster or Southwark respectively, under their respective hands and seals; which Pass the said Lord Mayor and Bailiffs of Westminster and Southwark respectively, are hereby authorized to give all such persons concerning whom they shall be satisfied, that they have no ill intentions or designs against the Commonwealth, and to none else. And if any such person shall presume to depart out of the said Lines, within the said time, without License obtained as aforesaid, it shall be reputed a contempt of this his Highness's command and be punished according to its demerit. And the Lord Mayor of the City of London, and Bailiffs of Westminster and Southwark respectively, are to cause this Proclamation forthwith, after publication thereof, to be sent to the constables as aforesaid, and to require and demand from them an account of their proceedings thereupon. Given at Whitehall 23 May. The Plot upon the best intelligence I have, was to have murdered the Lord Protector, the time to be Saturday or Sunday last. A vessel was taken with letters from France, and he whom they say should have murdered his Highness leaped overboard and drowned himself. Gilbert Gerhard Esq. John Gerhard a Kinsman of Gilbert Gerhard's, Mr. Tudor Apothecary, M. Jones, Sidney Fothers, M. Baggly, Dr Naudiu, Maj. Mason, M. Peter Brown, M. Hill. It is hereby promised that the 1 Book of the observations on Aristotle's Politicks, shall be published three Months hence entire together; excepting the first parts which may be had at Mr. Moon's at the seven stars in Paul's churchyard. this work shall be continued Friday and Tuesday weekly containing all the news that is beneficial for the Reader. As Csar was crossing the sea to the Isle of Rhodes, his fortune was about the Isle Pharmacusa, to be taken by Rovers or Pirates, with them he remained in custody, not without exceeding indignation for the space of 40 days, accompanied with one Physician and two grooms of his Chamber, for his Companions and the rest of his Train, he had sent away immediately at the very first, to procure him money with all speed for his ransom: upon their return and his payment of 50 Talents, being set on shore, he delayed not time, but presently procured a small Fleet of his friends who aided him with men as well as ships he puts to Sea: pursued the Pirates, fighteth with them, overcommeth and taketh them prisoners, and hangeth them, as he oftentimes had threatened them in his mirth, whilst he was a prisoner with them. Great and ambitious spirits never omit making of opportunity to increase their fame, and opinion of worth in the people: Csar maketh use of opportunity, he calleth it the will of the Gods: Highwaymen have opportunity to rob, and kill sometimes, the Divel had opportunity and permission to torment Job. Meanwhile, Mithridates wasted the Countries next adjoining his Dominion, Csar because he would show his active spirit in so dangerous and doubtful a state of the Confederates and Allies of Rome, he left Rhodes, and gathered a power of Auxiliary or volunteer soldiers, expelled the Governors of Mithridates out of the Provinces and kept the Cities and States in their Allegiance, which were wavering, and at the point to revolt. Csar had no Commission for what he did but because he had success and the Commonwealth the benefit by having its enemies vanquished: Csar is not called to account, in this be usurped absolute authority in raising forces and attempting to make war without authority of the Senate; by which it appeareth the Senate did decline in their policy as well as the Commonwealth in virtue: the Senate should have taken his head off for that Act, and so have ridded the Commonwealth of a Usurper, the Commonwealth of Rome turned to a Monarchy because the Senate did not keep the arms of the Commonwealth in their hands: the Senate after the disposing of the absolute power of Arms, signified no more than a Cipher, those Council and Senates that will be powerful and just, must be free, not overawed with Arms, those that are, are not free. After this victorious success, Csar returneth to Rome, and is by the Commons elected Tribune, he assisted withal his might the Patrons of the Commons. M. Crassus and others, who stood out for the Tribune's authority, the force and strength whereof Silla had abated, he effected moreover thus much, by virtue of an Act proposed by Plotius a Tribune of the Commons, that they who together with him in the time of civil discord, took part with Lupidius (who after his death fled unto Sertorius) might return safely into the City, and enjoy their freedom, touching which matter he made an Oration before the people. Csar now had great authority with the people, he pretendeth much zeal to restore the authority of the Tribunes of the people, only to weaken the authority of the Nobility, who diligently watched to prevent the usurping of one as absolute Lord, that thereby they might maintain equal authority amongst themselves; but Csar that he might oblige more to strengthen and own his interest obtaineth an Act to call home several mutinous persons: Senates when they are overawed, are but as Moulds in which are cast what forms of Laws the Usurpers or over-awers please. Csar upon the death of Julia his Aunt by the father's side, and upon the death of his wife Cornelia both late deceased, made a funeral Oration in their praise, where he spake of their pedigree and descent namely his Aunt, and also of her father he maketh report in manner following. My Aunt Julia (quoth he) by the mother is lineally descended of Kings, and by the father was united, to the race of the immortal Gods: for from Ancus Marcius are derived the Marcii surnamed Reges, id est Kings, which name my mother was styled with, and from Venus the Julii drew their original; of which house and name is our family, so then in this stock they concur and meet together, as well the Sanctity and sacred Majesty of King, who among men are most powerful, as the religious ceremonies and services of the Gods, in whose power Kings themselves are. It is a thing frequent that when any have lifted their heads somewhat above their brethren or their contemporaries, although they descended of never forbade Parents, or their beginning were never so obscure, as Potters, Blacksmiths, or other such like, they or some Flatterers for them, endeavour to produce their pedigree of noble Houses, give honourable arms. Alexander must be the Son of Jupiter Olimpius: Csar must be descended from the Gods and the Kings; Castruccio Castricave of Lucca, who when an Infant was found in an Orchard, who came of unknown Parents, must take upon him the name of Castricani, the name of the most honourable family of that State, after he made himself Lord thereof as Machivil sayeth. Csar after the death of his wife, wedded Pompeii daughter of Q. Pompeius, and Niece to L. Sylla, afterwards divorced her, suspecting she had been naught with P. Clodius of whom there was a report, that at the celebration of certain public divine Ceremonies, he being disguised in woman's apparel had access secretly unto her: to find out the truth of this matter the Senate by decree directed a Commission to Justices Inquisitors. These Ceremonies was performed in Csar's house when he was Poutifex they were for the cleansing of the women. While Csar was Quester it fell out to him by lot to execute that Office in the further Province of Spain; where, when as by command by the Lord Pretour: he rode his Circuit to keep the Assize coming to Gades, beholding advisedly the Image or Portraiture of K. Alexander the Great, in the Temple of Hercules, at the sight thereof he fetched a deep sigh, in that he had performed yet no memorable act at those years, wherein Alexander had conquered the whole world, he presently made earnest suit for his discharge and licence to depart, thereby to take the first opportunity to purchase great enterprises at home within the City. Csar's ambition pricked him forward to great undertakings, his Cloak or wizard for his ambition was public affection to the interest of the Commons, who he made Slaves of as well as the Lords or Nobility, whose estates he made use of to maintain arms to defend him in his usurpation: to effect which he cunningly makes his repair to the City the heart of the Empire, he that will poison sure must poison the heart; or so effectually poison other part or parts, that in the operation thereof it shall immediately convey itself to the heart, the extreme parts being poisoned or infected may be cut off to save the whole, as the hand or leg. A Usurper or a Tyrant is not so dangerous anywhere as in the Metropolitan City or the Supreme Councils or Senate. Out of both City and Senate the State of Venice do expel such who they stand so in fear of, especially such who have arms in their hands, they shut out, and by no means permit. The night before Csar undertook his journey towards the City of Rome he dreamt that he had carnal company with his own mother, the Diviners and Wizards incited him thereby to the hope of most glorious achievements, making this exposition of his Dreams that thereby was portended to him the sovereignty of the whole world, considering that his mother that he saw under him betokened nothing else but the subjection of the earth, which is counted the mother of all things. This dream troubled Csar sorely, until this interpretation was made of it, the knowledge thereof prompt him much; in which service the Devil's Emissaries the Wizards was very diligent, he is an enemy to mankind; he practiseth the death, slavery, and servitude of man continually, man was in Paradise alive, innocent, and in freedom; he practiseth and accomplisheth his fall, death, guilt and slavery to sin, he is very ready to assist Tyrants and Usurpers: he sendeth of his most exquisite art, viz. to counterfeit even an Angel of light that he may deceive, he hateth anything that may be called liberty of mankind; he sometimes assisteth in excess of liberty, to put a necessity on them of servitude; Tyrants are the only servants of the Devil, and the plague of mankind. Would it not have been incest, a sin against nature for Csar to have lain with his mother, was it not as much a sin against nature, for him to ravish the Commonwealth, and take away its liberty, and put a necessity upon them to accept him to be their Lord without their free consent, ye sure it was. Csar in his way went unto the Latin Colonies, which were at that time devising and in counsel to sue for the freedom of the City of Rome, and no doubt had solicited and excited them to attempt some tumult and trouble in the State, but that the Consuls for the avoiding of this danger, kept back for a time, those Legions that were enrolled to be sent into Cicelia. The end of the 2d. Chapter.

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The gracious Resolution of his Highness the Lord Protector, concerning the languishing and deplorable conditions of the poor Prisoners in Ludgate, Newgate, the Fleet, Gate-house, Upper-Bench, and all other Gaols and Prisons whatsoever both in City and Country. With the proceedings of his honourable Council thereupon; and a Declaration for the relief of all those that have acted in the service of the Parliament. The taking and disposing of the Broad Seal of England, and the Ordinances to be published throughout England and Wales. The joining of the Highlanders into one entire Body, and the preparations of both Armies to give battle unto each other. Since our last, We have received intelligence, that the Highlanders' Army are all joined together into one body; but who knows how soon they may be dispersed again: for the English are preparing to give 'em battle, and desire nothing more than sudden action. They speak high; but as yet dare not descend low: neither dare they interpose, unless with great advantage. The Broad Seal, we hear, is taken and disposed of, and the Commissioners for the Relief of Creditors and poor Prisoners are not to proceed these 20 days. Sundry other excellent things are under Debate. The 27 instant, the French Ambassador had Audience before his highness the Lord Protector, at which time, upon the presenting of his Letters Credential from his Master the King, he made a very learned and excellent Oration, touching his Embassy, and the renewing of a more stricter League and Union between both Nations. Of which, more in our next. The 29. the Lord Ambassador Bordeaux from the King of France, had public Audience in the Banqueting house in Whitehall, which was richly hung with stately Hangings, and thousands of people present. Being carried in the L. Protector's chief Coach, and with him some of the Council, & Sir Oliver Fleming Master of the Ceremonies, attended by divers Noble persons, being in all above forty Coaches, more with six horses apiece. Where he was received by his Highness the Lord Protector, his Council being with his Highness at the upper end of the Banqueting house, where after several Congies each to other, the L. Ambassador made a speech to his Highness, and after his Highness' answer and salutings, he returned back again. The sum of the L. Ambassador's Speech was to declare that he came from the K. of France his Master to treat in order to a firm peace to be settled with England. Touching which he has a kind answer. Taken by the Newcastle Frigate, a Galliot Hoy, whose Mast being shot by the Board she was burnt. 2. Taken by the Assurance Frigate, the Hope of Housdown, burden 50. Tons. 3. Taken by the Phnix, the Claus of Housdown burden 50 Tons. 4. Taken by the Mermaid's Boat, the Fortune of Mazeland Sluys, burden 32 Tons, wherein were many barrels of Fish, and 6. of Salt, with about 40 empty Cask. 5. Taken by the same day by the Newcastle's Boat, the Skell-fish of Mazeland Sluys, with Fish, Salt, & empty Cask. 6. Taken by the Phnix her Boat, the Plumpart of Mazeland Sluys, burden 30 Tons, with Fish, Salt, and empty Cask likewise. 7. Taken by the Mermaid, the Providence of Mazeland Sluys, 28 Tons, with the like lading. 8. Taken likewise the Fortune of Delfs-haven, burden 200 Tons, laden with Brandywine, French wine, Prunes &c. 9. Taken by the Mermaid one Galliot Hoy, burden 25 Tons. 10. Taken by the Mermaid, two Scotch vessels, laden with Beef, Flour, Train-oil, Deerskins and Sugars. 11. Taken by the Mermaid, the Waking Boy of Enchuvsn a private man of War, of 8. Guns, 150 pounds of powder, shot proportionable. 12 Pikes, 10. Muskets, eight Pistols, and a boat with four Oars. 12. A Merchant ship brought in prize into Rye. 13. A Denmark ship brought into Scarborough. 14. A rich prize, laden with Sugar, and other Merchandizes, taken by a private man of War worth 150000 l. A private man of War belonging to Zealand, taken by the Paul Frigate with 15. piece of Ordnance and 60 men, after six hours dispute, she is brought into Plymouth. The Lord Henry Cromwell is returned from Ireland, and is (blessed be God) safely arrived at the Cock-pit. All is quiet and in a good condition in Ireland. From Leghorn our Post hath brought intelligence, that the French Pirates have taken two English Merchant ships bound for London, but purchased them with the loss of much blood. From Uppsala in Sweden thus: All the actions of our great Queen are so many wonders, and continual effects of her virtues, and of the greatness of her incomparable courage; but some few days since in special she did give such proof thereof, that the same may be called the Crown of all her other actions, seeing it doth manifest to the World how this admirable Princess hath set herself above the Crowns, under which man commonly do seek their satisfaction and glory. The 23 of Feb. she having summoned all the Senators of the Land, they all made their appearance except 9 who were out of the Land upon public employment: her Majesty declared unto them the design she had to leave the charge of the Kingdom, and to that end she was resolved to go to Nicoping to confer with the Prince Palatine of Sweden her Cousin, having sent him Letters to invite him thither, and withal to persuade him to accept the charge of the Kingdom, and the managing of the State Affairs: This Prince is the same who was heretofore Generalissimo of the Swedish Armies in Germany, concluded first a peace with the Duke Picolomini and in the year 1650 at the Coronation of the Queen, was then declared apparent Heir to the Crown of Sweden, and by the States and Commonality acknowledged so, having made their Oath of Allegiance to him, as unto their future King, after the Queens death; we are expecting with great impatience the event of that generous and unthought of Resolution. The 26 of Feb. her Majesty had a masque danced in the behalf of the Earl de Montecuculli, Gen. of the horse to the Emperor, where were present the English and Spanish Ambassadors, with many of our Senators: the beginning of this Masque was of an exquisite harmony of voices and instruments to sing some heroic Poems, composed first by an Italian called Albertus Vemino, in honour of the Emperor: in the midst of it was made a splendid and Royal Collation of Sweetmeats, and other Rarities, and at the end of the Masque was brought by the Earl of Todta a rich Collar, and being laid near the Queen, there was a Cushion laid at her feet: then having called to her the Earl of Montecuculli, and with her own hands invested him of that new Order of Knighthood called of Amarantha, and first instituted by her Majesty, who holding both his hands, did make him promise that he would truly and faithfully keep and observe all the statutes of that Order: During all this Ceremony the music both vocal and instrumental, and among other rare pieces then sung, was one made in Italian, whereof all the verses ended thus, Long may live Aramantha. his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Honourable Council, upon mature Debate of redressing the grievances of poor prisoners, resolved, that an Ordinance for suspending the proceedings of the Judges named in the Act, entitled, An Act for the relief of Creditors and poor Prisoners, should be forthwith printed and published. An Ordinance also passed for relief of persons that have acted in the service of the Parliament. There was another Ordinance likewise passed for prohibiting Cock-Matches, the exact Copy take as followeth: Whereas the public Meetings and Assemblies of people together in divers parts of this Nation, under pretence of Matches for Cock-fighting, are by experience found to tend many times to the disturbance of the public peace, and are commonly accompanied with Gaming, Drinking, Swearing, Quarrelling, and other dissolute practice, to the dishonour of God, and do often produce the ruin of persons and their families. For prevention thereof, Be it ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his council, That from henceforth there shall be no public or set meetings or Assemblies of any persons within England or Wales, upon matches made for Cock-fighting; And that every such meeting and assembly of people for the end and purpose aforesaid, is hereby declared to be an unlawful Assembly and shall be so adjudged, deemed, and taken to be, and punished; And all Sheriffs, Justices of the Peace, Majors, Bailiffs, constables, and Headboroughs, within their several Counties, Cities, Limits and Jurisdictions, are hereby required to suppress, hinder, and disperse all such meetings and assemblies. Hen. Scobel. Clerk of the Council. Another Ordinance is likewise passed, for continuing one Act of Parliament, entitled, An Act for Probate of Wills, and granting Administrations, viz. Be it ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, That one Act of Parliament, entitled, An Act for Probate of Wills, and granting Administrations, and all the powers, authorities, matters, and things therein contained, shall be, and are hereby revived and continued, in full power and force, to all intents and purposes, until further Order. And it is hereby further ordained that Rich. Lucy, John Hildesley, Nathanial Barton, Jervas Bennet, Anthony Rous, Joachym Mathews, Edward Clud, Thomas Wood, Esquires, & Robert Tichburn Alderman of London, be added to the Judges mentioned in the said Act, and that the said Judges named in the said Act, and in this present Ordinance, or any three of them, be, and are hereby authorized to put in execution all and every the Powers given by the said Act, as fully as any of the Judges therein named might have done by force of the said Act Hen. Scobel, Clerk of the Council. The Newcastle frigate hath taken a Dutch man of war of 14 guns, and sent her into Bridlington Bay: this was one of the four Capers that did much annoy us on the Northern Coast. Sundry other Vessels are taken; but the lading of some are scarce worth mentioning. The great expectations of Peace and union between the two Commonwealths of England and Holland is now arrived our Ears, insomuch, that we can certainly assure you, that the Articles both in relation to them and Denmark, are absolutely concluded on, and the Commissioners are even now ready to sign and seal on both sides. Paris April the first. All the discourse at present is concerning that which was acted in Parliament on Saturday last, when all the Chambers being assembled, and every member in their scarlet gowns, the King then came, and being sat in his bed of Justice, they proceeded in the business of the Prince of Conde, and immediately read the sentence, which is, That for being found guilty of high Treason and Rebellion against the King his Lord and liege Sovereign, he was to be put to death, and that so soon as he should be apprehended, his Sentence to be executed, his lands and goods all forfeited to the Crown; in regard of his quality he is not to be executed in Effigy, & as touching the manner of his death the Parliament would not determine but left it to his Majesty's pleasure. The Prince of Conti is much troubled at this cruel Sentence against his brother, and has left the Court. From Edinburgh our Post bringeth intelligence, That the Commander in chief hath issued forth a Proclamation, requiring all Boroughs and Parishes to secure all suspicious persons, and enemies to this Commonwealth: Several Towns have been found guilty of the breach hereof, the persons confined, and their houses levelled with the ground, and a pair of Gallows erected in the same place. The 21 instant Col. Cooper with a party of Horse and Dragoons from Glascow, and another party at the same time falling into the Isle of Leven, where about 300 of the enemy quartered [about 4 in the morning]) took Mac-Naughton's Trumpet, and 35 other prisoners, but Col. Newark escaped. In this Conflict many a stout Spirit saluted the ground, and the whole part was totally routed, with very little. There hath been a very sharp Dispute between the Paul frigate, and a Flushing man of War, the last Week; but after 5 hours Conflict, the Hollanders were forced to yield, and now lie at the mercy of our States in Plymouth. Monday, being the 27 of this instant month, there came a Post from Scotland, intimating, That the Royal part increaseth, and that Gen. Middleton endeavours to raise Southerland, Caithness, and the county of Ross, and so to drain the Country, even as a Sponge sucketh in Water, of all the able, stout, and resolute hearts, that are able to bear Arms from sixteen to sixty; with a Resolution to descend down into the Lowlands: for indeed, they grow numerous, and swell up as a Snow-Ball doth in its rolling; but may as soon dissolve again in the like Element. The Lord Seaforth hath raised his number to seven hundred, the Earl of Athol five hundred, Co. Forbs five hundred, and the last general Rendezvous, no less than seven thousand horse and foot they spake themselves to be completely armed, but have not obtained as yet the silver Instrument, which is the life of the Cause, and the very sinew of War: but their expectation is great from Germany, and for aught I know, long looked for may come at last: in the interim, they march towards our Borders, forcing their Levies throughout their march. From Scotland it is further advertized, That Col. Morgan hath sent a Letter to Gen. Middleton, declaring, That it was not unknown what amicable ways they had used, to avoid the effusion of Christian blood since they came into those parts, which though hitherto had been ineffectual, yet they should endeavour the same; showing further, That their Arms were still stretched out ready to embrace them, whenever God should incline them to come in; and that they sought not domination over them, to enslave them, nor to depress them in any lawful way, but to carry on the Lord's Work: And that if they would still be blinded, and persist in the gainsaying and opposing, then what further misery befell their Nation by famine or sword, would lie heavy upon them. This Letter (though favouring so much of integrity and ingenuity) met with nothing of like nature from their Adversaries; for immediately thereupon, an Answer was returned; which being briefly contracted, the genuine sense take as followeth; That in case they were not in a capacity against the unjust proceedings of the English, yet were they in a capacity to suffer, and should submit to God's Will, either by doing or suffering, until the time of their deliverance come; and that if it were their happiness to perish in their Duty and Loyalty, it would be a sufficient mercy to them: and when the persecution had arrived to its height, their captivity should be returned. But doubtless, but that in time we shall be able to put a Hook into the Nostrils, and a Bridle into the mouths of these high and mighty Youngsters, who threaten nothing but fire and sword to all that shall oppose them. There has been a Summons sent to the castle of Lough by col. Morgan, in the name of the Lord Protector, demanding a rendition. But the Governor returned Answer, That as for the castle it stood upon a Rock, and as for the Lord Protector he knew no such man: in consideration whereof, he was resolved to dispute the Walls by Inches and to fight it out to the last man. The Dutch fleet are in a formidable posture, and new Orders issued forth to Vice-Admiral Ruiter. The King of Spain looks with a notable sheep's eye upon the Belgic Lions and 'tis conceived something may probably be attempted. It is advertized, that the King of Scots is yet in France, where (say the Letters) he will stay a little, and see what effects the Treaty will produce betwixt England and France. He had a Present given him a little before Easter by some of the Protestant Nobility of that Kingdom. In the Holidays the little Queen his mother came to see him in the Palace Royal, and King Lewis vouchsafed him a visit in the Louvre; After which, she returned to her Devotions in the Nunnery. But if there be a peace concluded between the Commonwealth of England, and the Crown of France, then they are to be excluded from the Court. Well! Patience is a Virtue: And I question not but ere long to represent you with the glad tidings of the Olive leaves under the happy Government of Oliver our Protector. There is still listing of Soldiers in several places; and valiant Co. Goff (that faithful, prudent, and pious Assertor of England's Liberties) is very vigilant in preventing of Distempers, and careful to preserve the Peace and Tranquillity of these Nations. It is reported, that when the Articles are signed between the English and Dutch, that then certain Squadrons of these two incomparable Fleets are to spread their Canvas upon the Turkish Dominions; which will be a Work of singular excellency, and much tending to the never-dying Honour and Fame of his highness the Lord Protector throughout all Christendom.

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Newcastle 1 April 1654. came thus. Some Malignants in these parts are puffed upon a sudden, and give out they have hopes of the Scots, who are with a party come to Norwood Plane, within 14 miles of Carlisle; and some more would go to them, but that they fear the peace with Holland. The six Hamborough ships went from hence the last week. Get us but Convoys, and we shall supply you with Coals good store. A Petition was presented this day to the Council, from divers Merchants of the City of London, about some particulars touching the Customs. An Order lately passed touching Jersey. Innerness in Scotland, March 20 thus, These parts affords little more news of the Enemy (this week) than what I formerly gave you an account of Middleton and his Crew continues still in Caithness and Sutherland, in prosecution of their business; Glengarn and Kenmore with about 500 Horse and Foot marched by the Brays of Badgenoth, and faced Ruthen, where he sent the enclosed Letter, and received the underwritten Answer; they were expected to quarter at the head of Loughnesse the 17th. instant, and having joined with Glengary, were afterward to march to Middleton. They expected Athol should follow them within one day's march, of which if he failed, they feared he had deserted them. Glengary still threatens fire and sword to them that sails of answering his Warrants for Levies. SIR The last time I was in this Country, one of my Troopers named Angus McParsons being commanded to pass near the Castle, was by some of your Horsemen made Prisoner, if you will do me the favour to release him presently, and send him to me by this Bearer my Trumpet, I do oblige myself upon my Honour, to release to you any other Prisoner of the same quality of yours, that shall happen to fall into my hands upon your desire made known unto me, who am Sir, Your affectioned Friend and Servant, GLENCAIRNE. 15 of March, from Knigxsie. My Lord, Your Trooper is where he wants not that Civil Usage which you may befit his quality and Condition, neither shall, until you have one of ours of like quality to offer in exchange for him, until which time your Lordship must excuse my Detention of him; who am, My Lord, Your humble Servant, JO. HILL. Ruthen-Castle, March 15. 1653, An Ordinance was published for mending and keeping in better repair the Highways in this Nation, the substance, That every Parish is to choose once in the year two or more Surveyors, to serve one whole year. A Tax to be made for the payment of such charges as shall be requisite for that work, the Justices being empowered within the several limits of their Commission. That no Wagon or Cart go or travel upon the Highway, having any more than five Horses, or Mares, or six Oxen, and one Horse, That to any party so offending, all and every Constable hath power to stop all those that are supernumerary, or beyond the number specified, the party so offending, paying within seven days after the distress or seizure aforesaid, the Sum of twenty shillings for each Horse or Ox so distressed or seized, and in default thereof the Officer is empowered to sell them, levy the fine and other charges he hath been at for keeping of the said Horse or Oxen, and return the overplus to the party owner of them, That any Streets or Pavements in any City or Town Corporate, shall be counted as Highways, and each respective Scavenger to be as a Surveyor to his Parish, or Precinct: And lastly that the Act made in the time of Queen Mary, concerning the mending of the Causie between Shaftsbury & Sherborn shall be received and be in full force until the first of September 1662, you may see further at large by the Act itself printed. An Ordinance for Adjourning part of Easter Term, 1654. Whereas many abuses and corruptions are crept into the ordinary course and administration of Justice, both in Law and Equity, the Reformation whereof hath not yet been attained, out of a tender care and desire that so necessary and good a work may at length be brought to effect, It is held convenient and necessary to Adjourn part of the next Term of Easter; Be it therefore Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council, That part of the said term of Easter now next coming be Adjourned, that is to say, from and after the first Return called Quindena Pasch unto the first Return of Trinity Term called Crastino Trinitatis: And all and every person or persons, which have cause, or Commandment to appear in any of the Courts at Westminster, in or at any day, or time, from and after the said Return, called Quindena Pasch, and during the term called Easter Term may tarry at their dwellings, or to where their business shall lie, without resorting any of the said Courts for that Cause, and without danger or forfeiture, penalty or contempt to be in that behalf. And be it also Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, that the Writs of Adjournment shall be directed to the Justices of the said Courts, giving them Authority to Adjourn the said Term of Easter as aforesaid, that is to say, from and after the first return, called Quindena Pasc, until the first return of Trinity Term, called Crastino Trinitatis as before is said, and the said Adjournment shall be made as aforesaid, And be it further Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, that all the Matters, Causes, and Suits depending in any of the said Courts shall have continuance, and the parties shall have day, from the day of the said Adjournment, until the said Return of Crastino Trinitatis, as is aforesaid; And the Lord's Commissioners of the Great Seal are required to issue forth Writs accordingly. And be it further Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, That the Sheriffs of London and Middlesex, and all other Sheriffs both in England and Wales, do forthwith proclaim and publish this Ordinance in the chief Market Towns within their several and respective Counties. Plymouth 1 April, We have many prizes brought in hither, and the 10 instant is to be a survey of the prize goods, the value of which according to computation by some of good judgement, cannot be less than 140000 l. sterling. Edinburgh 19 March. The Enemy being gone Northward to body, we cannot (at present) hear from our Forces in the Lewis and Caithness for all our Letters are intercepted as they are carried through the Highlands. The Garrison of Cinkeler Castle kept by one of Col. Fitch's Company of Foot, besieged by Middleton, is relieved by two month's provisions sent in thither, and three months Provisions more, are going to them, which I will hope will be with them before this be with you, with Ammunition and other necessaries for their accommodation. The Castle in which they are is very strong, though the houses be mined. It is seated upon the top of a High Rock where the Sea comes almost round. It is a great difficulty for Forces to march into Southerland and Caithness, there being so many places to ferry, and but one or two Ferry-boats at a place, and at two of the Ferries the Enemy hath Garrisoned two houses to hinder passage, they have been very cruel in burning and destroying the Estates of those people that will not comply with them. I do not hear of any more ships come to Middleton, since those two vessels formerly mentioned which brought him over with about 80 ragged Officers with the Arms and Ammunition formerly mentioned. In the most remote parts of Scotland, the Glem Reynolds, and Sir James McDonald have bodied with a considerable strength against Middleton, and skirmished with parties, being resolved to keep that Army out of their Country if possible. Dalkeith, April 3. The enclosed relates this Northern news, To which I have only to add, That Capt. Sherwin Commander of the Primrose, and Cap. Smith Commander of the Duchess, in their return from Orkney took a Dutch Vessel laden with French, and Spanish Wines, linen Cloth, and other good Commodities, bound for the West Indies, which they sent into Aberdeen. Aberdeen March 28. 1654. The Earl of Athol is come to Glencarn with about 700 Horse and Foot, Seafort and some new raised Forces by him are daily expected to join with them. Glencarne with his whole force, being 2000 horse and foot is at Dingwel, two miles from Braban, not undeserving the name of an Island, which gives hopes of engaging Enemy there. In order to which, Lieut. Col. Mitchell is to march tomorrow towards Inverness with nine Companies of Foot, and Col. Morgan follows him the day after with five Troops of Col. Rich his Regiment, and four Troops of Dragoons. He intends to take with him Col. Tomlinson's Regiment, which is in his way, and to draw five Companies of Foot out of Inverness. Some young Lairds and others that had a purpose to glean a party of Horse in Lothian, and so repair to the Enemy, were lately taken, and carried Prisoners to Dalkeith. From Cowes in the Isle of Wight, April 6. A private man of War hath brought in two days since two small French vessels, the one laden with Salt, the other hath little in her but Ballast; there is nothing more of our Fleet, but that they are the most part near to Helens point, & the rest at the Spits head, being in all near 100 sail, gallant ships and bravely accommodated; here was likewise the Holland ship taken by one of our Frigates, who had 8 Bales of Paper, and some small quantity of Indico, and she is carried to Portsmouth: Here are at present several Merchant ships in this road being wind-bound, and expecting some Easterly winds to carry them on their voyage, and many that were here, went away yesterday morning towards the Downs. From Deale the 7. instant: The Ships that were in this road are for the most part gone up into the Thames, there remaineth only a few which are bound to the Southward, this day also passed by about forty or fifty sail of ships great and small, which we suppose to be the Dunkirk Fleet bound for London: And this morning is gone out of our men of War for Holland to get the Ratification of the Peace made with them and an Express from the Dutch Ambassadors of the Agreement. The Commissioners for approbation of public Preachers do humbly and earnestly beseech all the people of God throughout the Land, who shall send any Certificate to them, that they would not take things upon the Opinion and Report of others, but to certify their own personal knowledge and experience, so as neither any whom God accepteth may want the testimony of his Servants, nor any be recommended by them whom he disalloweth, lest guilt be contracted by you, to whose Testimonials so much is referred, as that through carelessness or partiality therein very unworthy men may unawares be admitted, to the dishonour of God, the prejudice of his Church, and the utter frustrating of the pious intentions of our Governors, besides the blot which will deservedly stick to them, not only for the present, but with posterity, and succeeding times, for as much as the Certificates now exhibited will appear upon Record. Newburgh upon the Donaw 11 March. On Thursday last, and several times since, hath appeared a strange sight, between Echniel and Unterstall, testified by many witnesses examined before the Judge of Naffenveld, of a Troop of black horsemen, and a Coach and some Wagons with many Footmen in several Liveries coming out of a Wood, and another troop in white which engaged with the black, but were put to flight. Then appeared a tall man in black, with some white strappings retiring towards Naffenveld, who with another strong party in white, fell upon the black, and the fight being ended, the black man grew less and less, and so vanished, the others retreating into the wood with a great smoke and noise as if a great army had been fighting; and the sound of Drums and Trumpets. Rome 7 March. The Duke of Terranneva, Ambassador from the King of Spain, received here in great pomp, hath kissed the Pope's feet, who seeks much to ingratiate himself with the Cardinals, and the Princes that are the Pope's Nephews, he resideth in the Cardinal Trivalcio's Palace, and is shortly to have public audience. The Pope sent him variety of fruits, costly wines, and sweet meats. Venice 9 March, There have been 12 French, English and Holland ships arrived at Constantinople, to take service under the Turks. Orders have been sent from thence into Barbary and money also, and the Commissions to seize upon all ships that shall be found. Signieur Delfino Provider of our fleet, hath taken six of the Turks' ships going with Victual from Canea, which are brought into the harbour of Candia. Dantzick 14 March. In the assembly of the States at Warsaw, the Spirituality have declared highly against the peace with the Cossacks; in which the King hath consented to break the league between the Romish and Greek Churches, and both demand restitution of their Churches, yet it thought to be only a pretence for the great Duke of Muscovy to make war with Poland, into which Kingdom he is already entered in person with 50000 men, to besiege Smolensko, and hath sent 40000 men more towards Pezzois, and 40000 more to join with the Cossacks, and is desired of General Radzivel of Litton, to relieve Smolensko, and the King demands assistance of the Prince of Sevenburgh, and of the Hospadith Kreymisken Seron, and the Tartarians; all which are engaged to him by the last treaty, and have long desired war with the Muscovites. Liege 23 March. The French have taken Hart in Limburgh by storm, and put all to the sword, and got a great booty, and have retreated thence to Luxembourg, and the Spanish forces of Loraine, Conde and Wittemburgh, are advanced to Namur, where the Prince is in person, such store of cattle are brought hither plundered from the French (from whom some have been redeemed) that a Cow hath been sold for a 2 s. and some for 18 d. Genoa 13 March. The King of Spain is making great preparations for war, and hath laid new Imposts on Tobacco, Wool and Salt. The Queen is said to be again with child. Paris 27 March, Don Joseph de Margnerita is Governor of Catalonia, the Lords there solicit hard for relief, 10 Companies of French, and 4 of Switzers are gone this day towards Calaus to reinforce the Garrisons thereabouts for fear of the English, suspect some attempt over Bulloign. The Duke of Guise intends for Italy and Naples. Saturday last the Earl Ambijoux Governor of Montpellier and three more were hanged in Effigy, for having fought a Duel two months since. The putting down of Officers called Eleus incenses many against the Court, several Families that engaged their whole Estates and Friends to buy Places there being undone by it. This and the new Impositions that are contrived to get monies from the people, besides the ordinary Taxes, cause great complaints and discontents in France, Charles Stuart is looked on at a greater distance than ever. This day was this following Declaration presented to his Highness the Lord Protector, by Col. Barkstead who had great expressions of thanks from his Highness. Moot-hall in Colchester. At the Assembly of Mr. Mayor, with the Aldermen, Assistants, and Common-council of the said Town, April 6. 1654. The Honourable Col. Barkstead Lieut. of the Tower of London, high Steward of the said Town of Colchester, being then and there present. At this assembly it is earnestly desired by the said Mayor, Aldermen, Assistance and Common Council, that the said high Steward should present their humble duties and services unto the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland; and to let his Highness know, how readily, cheerfully, and willingly they have submitted, and do submit themselves to his Highness's Government, and to return humble thanks to his Highness, for giving their high Steward leave to come amongst them. This is entered into the Town Register with the hands of the Mayor, Aldermen, Common-council and free Burgesses. Wil. Cockerel Town Clerk. Colchester 8. April, 1654. Upon knowledge of Col. Berkstead's coming hither, who after the death of the Earl of Holland was freely chosen by this Town to be our High Steward. Tuesday 4. instant, The Mayor, Aldermen, Common-council and Burgesses with some Coaches, and about 200 Horse met him three miles off, Mr. Barnardiston the Recorder then alighted out of his Coach, and made a short Speech to him, which was answered by the High Steward, and after loving salutes of the Company, they attended him to the Town where 10000 more met to welcome him: after he had been at the Mayor's, he went with them to the Sessions then held for the Town where the High Steward was sworn free Burgess, and a Justice of Peace, the latter of which Oaths were also given to the Mayor and all the Justices present, To execute their duties as Justices of Peace according to the best of their skill, and knowledge, under this present Government. Wednesday 5 They met at a Sermon. Thursday 6, There met a greater number of Aldermen, Common-council and Burgesses than usual, where the High Steward made a Speech, which gave an abundance of satisfaction to all present: After which there was a DECLARATION agreed on and signed by them all, to be sent to his Highness by their High Steward, after which he was not only accompanied by the Mayor, and the many Aldermen and Gentlemen three miles on his way towards London, but some of the chief of the Town rode before to the Inn where we was to lie that night, and there prepared against his coming, a Banquet of Sweet-meats which they carried from Colchester with them. A Congratulation was delivered to his Highness by the Lord Strickland, Mr. Rushworth, and Mr. Muddison (the Agent for Newcastle) as followeth, which was the second that was presented, and had then a thankful Answer. May it please your Highness, Many of the precious servants of God in these Nations (over which the Lord hath set your Highness) have gotten upon their watch Tower to see if they can discover what hath been the eminent design of the Lord in these latter days. For the All -wise God hath of late visibly been out of his common road of Providences, his paths have been in tempests and thick darkness, plucking up by the roots the greatest of men, and the highest of Powers, like Cedars in Lebanon, that he might make way for the glorious bringings forth of Truth and Righteousness. And we question not but the Lord is fulfilling that great Prophecy, Isa. 60. 17. I will make thine Officers Peace, and thy Exactors Righteousness . For when we consider how the Lord hath eminently made your Highness Instrumental for the breaking off the Iron yoke from off the necks of the three Nations, and likewise hath invested you with the Supreme Power of this Commonwealth, whereby you may be exceedingly Instrumental to the Lord Jesus in the advancing of his Kingdom in Righteousness and Peace, we having the sense of these things with weight upon our spirits, having judged it our duty to profess our great Resentment of this signal mercy from the hands of our God, and do solemnly bless the Lord for setting up your Highness over this great people, and shall endeavour through the strength of Christ, to live in all humble obedience to your Highness, as becometh those who are under your Government and Protection. Febr. 25. 1653. Signed in the name, and by Order of the Common Council of Newcastle upon Tyne, Wil Johnson Mayor. Brishaw 19. March, There are great complaints and bewailings in this Country of the oppression of the poor Protestants by the Papists, by whom they are more and more persecuted, and not only deprived of the liberty of their Meetings in their Church, but also from Christening their children, and forced to have them brought up in Popery. Naples 7 March. Three English ships richly laden, coming from Smyrna, were by Cape Spartivento set upon by three French men of War after a hot fight one of them was taken by the French, another stranged, and the third fled away by Missinas. The 25. of the last month the Mont Visure began to cast fire and ashes, the people ran into the Churches and rung the bells, to give warning of it all the Country about. Rome 14 March. The Pope hath made nine new Cardinals to fill the Consistory. The Ambassador of Spain hath had his first public audience with a magnificent equipage and company, being followed by 300 coaches of Prelates and other great persons of quality of several Nations. The Cardinal Pamphilio is still in the Castle of Sambuci, and is to leave the arms and other prerogatives and qualities which he enjoyed as the Pope's Nephew. Venice 25 March. The Venetians having besieged Elim in Dalmatia, and not well secured their quarters, have been set upon by the Turks with 5000 horse and 2000 foot, and forced to retreat in disorder with the loss of 1000 men, amongst whom were many of the chief Officers, the General of the Morlacks deadly wounded. Frankford 29 March. Col. Wyngard in the Castle of Falkenstein, turned a Minister living by him, out of his house with his wife and children, after he had plundered the same, pretending he had spoken ill of the Duke of Lorain, the said Parson seeking revenge, took to sit a time for it, that when a strong party was sent out of the Castle, he with some country people the 25 instant came very early in the morning, and assaulting the castle-gate with great force, got in, killed the Soldiers which they found in arms, and their Commander in his bed, and so delivered that Castle from those plunderers. Flushen 2 April. The last Monday arrived here two West India ships richly laden with Indico, Hides, Sugars and other goods. There are ten fire ships preparing at Calice, which are to be made use of in the Straits, cap. Bastian Sensen, Cap. Brandt, Cap. Brugge, Cap. Philips Ras, are all in company gone from hence two days since, for the coasts of Portugal, where some other freebooters more are to follow. Paris 3 April. The King went the 27 of the last month to the Parliament, where an Arrest or sentence was exhibited against the Prince of Conde, and his abettors, containing that he shall be executed by whatsoever kind of death his Majesty shall be willing to command, being declared guilty of the crime of high Treason: all his Lands and personal estate, and whatsoever goods, are to be forfeited to the King, he is declared incapable for ever of pretending to the Crown, and forbidden to use any more of the name of Bourbon, and is deprived of all dignities, or prerogatives of a Prince of the Blood, that all his Arms in whatsoever things engraved, printed or set up, shall be broken and defaced. The same sentence was the next day pronounced by the Parliament in scarlet Robes, the King being there sitting in his bed of Justice. There was also other sentences given in a particular against some of the Prince's followers, the Earl of Bouteville, the Marq. Of Persan, the Gen. Marsin, the Presidents Viole and Laisne, the which are condemned to be beheaded at the place of Greve in Paris, in case they can be taken, otherwise they shall be hanged in effigy in the same place. As concerning the Lords Meilles, Chamilley, Cerisi, Montalt, du Lignon, du Harlay, de Aumont, la Bernaise de St. Estienne, and St. Martin, as also the Earls of Fiesque, Bouteville de Duras, de St. Hibal, and one called Servienti, there shall be informations made, and proceedings against them accordingly. Four days ago the Cardinal of Retz was by the mediation of the first President de Bellieur, and of the Marshall de la Melleray freed out of the Bois de Vicennes to be carried to the Town of Nantes in Brittany, to resign there into the hands of the King, the Archbishopric of Paris, worth 120000 Livers per annum, to be disposed as his Majesty shall think fit, and he shall receive in compensation seven Abbeys, to dispose of them, and the sum of 200000 Livers in money. Amsterdam 11 April. stilo novo. The Lord Lieutenant Admiral Opdam, the Vice Admiral Ruiter and young Tromp, Scout by night are here at this present. The Drums do beat lustily, and great number of Seamen are gathered, so that our fleet as well in the Sud as in the Nord of Holland, and Freezland and Zealand is making ready in all haste to go to Sea, but all gape for Peace. An express is sent by the States to the K. of Denmark to Geluckstadt. This day three men were hanged at Tyburn from Newgate one who had killed a Strumpet he kept company with in Old-street, when he was condemned did curse and revile the Court, & most desperately died this day; he carried a bottle of sack with him in the Cart, and as he was going near Sepulchres Church, swore God damn him, he would fill his guts with Sack before he died. Edinburgh 3 April. Notwithstanding all the several beatings those which raise levies meet with, yet so inveterate is the malice of these people against us, that they will be barking: several parties of them that have been up in Galloway have been met withal, and within these 4 or 5 days Maj. Bridges with a party of Col. Okie's took 8 of the Rebels, and 12 Horse in one place, in another place killed 3. took 8 and 25 Horse. Cornet Kennet with a party of 20 horse of Maj. Gen. Harrison's late Regiment, coming from Dumfries, a party of 40 of the Enemy made an attempt upon them, they received the onset, and then charged through them, routed the Rebels, killed 4 on the place, took 6 (whereof 3 mortally wounded) and divers horse. The next day Lieut. Hickman of that same Regiment joining with him engaged a party of 80 of the Rebels, took 11 prisoners, and above 20 horse, Cap. Campbel who commanded them was shot in the back, his horse taken, but himself escaped. Glencairn, Glengary, &c. are gone over Tayne into Sutherland to join with Middleton, they give themselves out to be 4000. but I doubt not but Col. Morgan will engage them with his party. Montrosse and the Lord Dudhop are raising their Levies upon the Brays of Angus, they two will be met withal in time. Glascow 3 April, thus. Lieutenant Hickman whom Col. Cooper sent out with a party of Horse towards Galloway, met with the Enemy about 80 horse, who routed them and took 23 horse, wounded the Capt. that commanded the party, killed 5 men, and wounded divers, and took 11 prisoners. This day was published this following Ordinance: Whereas many abuses and corruptions are crept into the ordinary course and administration of Justice, both in Law and Equity, the Reformation whereof hath not yet been attained; Out of a tender care and desire that so necessary and good a work may at length be brought to effect, It is held convenient and necessary to adjourn part of the next Term of Easter; Be it therefore Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council, that part of the said Term of Easter now next coming be Adjourned, that is to say, from and after the first Return called Quindena Pasch unto the last Return of the said Easter Term, called Crastino Assesionis; and all and every person or persons, which have cause, or commandment to appear in any of the Courts at Westminster, in or at any day, or time, from and after the said Return, called Quindena Pasch, and during the term called Easter Term may tarry at their dwellings, or where their business shall lie, without resorting to any of the said Courts for that cause, until the said last Return called Crastino Assensionis, without danger of forfeiture, penalty, or contempt to be in that behalf. And be it also Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, that Writs of Adjournment shall be directed to the Justices of the said Courts, and Barons of the Exchequer, giving them authority to adjourn the said part of the said term of Easter, as aforesaid, that is to say, from and after the said first Return, called Quindena Pasc, until the said last Return of the said Term, called Crastino Assensionis, as before is said, and the said Adjournment shall be made, as aforesaid. And be it further Ordained, that all Matters, Causes, and Suits depending in any of the said Courts, shall have continuance, and the parties shall have day, from the day of the said Adjournment, until the said Return of Crastino Assensionis, as is aforesaid; And the Lords Commissioners of the Great Seal are required to issue forth Writs accordingly. And be it further Ordained, That a former Ordinance of the sixth day of this instant April, for the Adjourning of part of the said Term, until the first Return of Trinity Term next, called Crastino Trinitatis, be from henceforth repealed and void. And it is lastly Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, that the Sheriffs of London and Middlesex, and all other Sheriffs both in England and Wales, do forthwith proclaim and publish this Ordinance in the chief Market Towns and usual places within their several and respective Counties. It is advertised, That the Peace is welcome news to the States of Holland &c. and that they will suddenly send a Messenger with Thanks to their Ambassadors, and their Approbation; and then it is to be published by both, on the same day. That there shall be a closer Alliance and Confederacy between the Commonwealth of England, and the States of the United Provinces, than was ever heretofore. That the Peace be published by both Commonwealths, upon one and the same day; after which, all acts of Hostility to cease after 10 days in the British Seas; from thence to the Cape of St. Vincent after six weeks, and to the Mediterranean Sea after ten weeks, and the furthest parts before eight months ; after which, all prizes to be restored. That all acts past be forgotten, and all prisoners on both sides released; both to defend each other against all enemies, neither to act anything against the other. That all Hostility cease between England and Denmark; none to assist the Rebels of either Nation with any supply, but assist each other against them; and the one not to receive those the other declares to be enemies, but cause them upon notice to depart within 28 days, upon pain of death. That no private persons be suffered to assist the enemies of either, not to pay to either greater Impositions than the others. The State's ships to strike their Flags to the English in the British Seas; no retreat to be given to Pirates in any of the Posts of either; each to comprehend the other in any Treaty with any Nation, if desired. That if any particular persons break the Peace, it shall not break the National Confederacy, but those that do it to be punished. The Subjects of each to travel freely through all quarters of each, by Water or Land, not exceeding forty in a company, and submitting to the Laws where they are. That in storms each may have harbour under other, if they break not Bulk, without paying of Customs. The Merchants or Mariners of other Commonwealth not to be pressed to serve under the other, but on inevitable necessity, and then to have satisfaction. That in each other's Country , they pass between their Ships and Inns with lawful Weapons, Offensive and Defensive. That all ships of both Commonwealths defend each other against all whomsoever, sailing their course together. That if any other take any ships out of either of their Dominions, both parties to engage against them, until restitution be made. The Searchers of both, to take no more of any of either, than their Instructions. Letters of Reprisal not to be given for damage caused, if in 3 months , satisfaction may be had. That such as have private Commissions, put in good security not to damage the Subjects of either Commonwealth, That not above 8 ships of War remain in any Port of the other's Commonwealth, without consent. That Justice be done by the States on those that are alive, that murdered the English in Amboyna. That there be Commissioners on both sides to examine the Differences of the Inhabitants of both Nations in the East Indies, Greenland, Muscovy, Brazil, or other places, and if they cannot agree within three months , to refer to it to be determined by the Protestant Switzers. Security is already given for payment of the moneys to the Eastland Company, upon the business of Denmark, and the sum agreed upon. Some Merchants have Letters that the Messenger is coming from the State; and that the Peace it is thought will be proclaimed tomorrow Sevennight, and that an Agent is coming from Denmark. A Messenger is sent from the King of France also to the French Ambassador here. Ambassadors are coming from several Princes. The Scots rise in several parties in the Lowlands, and 4 or 500 have been lately dispersed in several parties, and divers of them killed and taken, Gen. Monk is gone to take the command of the Forces in Scotland, An Ordinance is past tendering pardon, only with some Exceptions, 1000 of the Scots have gotten leave to be transported to serve the Queen of Sweden, or the Grand Duke of Muscovy, which they shall choose, The Commissioners for approbation of public Preachers sit in Whitehall , near the great gate. On Friday next his Highness intends to come to Whitehall, and is that day to Dine there. A very stout bay Gelding, with a black Mane and a black Tail, branded with a Cross in an Escutcheon upon one of his hind Legs, and a cleft in one of his hinder Hoofs to the Toe. Lost from Woodford-Bridge in the County of Essex about ten days since, if any can bring the Horse (or tidings of him) to the Water-mill at Woodford, or to Mr. Charles Barker, (an Attorney) at his Office in Wood Street London near the Counter, he shall have twenty shillings for his pains.

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There have been many various reports concerning the Lord Whitlock, who is gone Ambassador for Sweden: He was employed upon the account of the late Parliament, which dissolved themselves; and since that, some of the adverse party have given forth in speeches, that he was stabbed or killed: Now that the world may take notice what such discontented spirits may utter in a case of such consequence, be pleased to take a true relation, not only of his Lordship's passage, but his safe arrival there, as it came from a known hand, in near employment to his Honour. We began to set sail from Gravesend, Novemb. 6. but the wind coming too much into the North, and being not able to get clear of the sands that day, we were enforced to cast anchor near Quinborow; The next day, the wind standing fair, we set sail again, and made a very large course, until about noon the day after, at which time the wind turned full against us, so that we were afraid that we should have been necessitated to put into Yarmouth Road. But the wind favoured us again for a little time, and we made forwards, yet it was not long ere we were very much becalmed; and so we were exercised with uncertainties of winds until the 12 instant, when there came a very fair wind, which carried us on with full sail, so that on the 14 instant at night we cast anchor on this side the Scagen, and we came on the 15 betimes in the River. As we came along our ship met with some Holland Fishermen, and boarded one of them, but my Lord Ambassador willing to pass peaceably over the sea, released it again, which did exceedingly overjoy them, who had been undone in his own thoughts before; yet the Elizabeth, being one of the Frigates that carried some of our Company, staying behind to bring up one of the Baggage ships, met with a small Dutch Caper, and boarded it, and brought it along with them. We were not altogether without rough and stormy weather, especially the last night, when we anchored at the Scagen, insomuch that we were afraid we should have lost one of the Baggage ships, which was but very slenderly provided with tacklings, yet (through the goodness of God) we were all come safe, and there is none sick amongst us, nor any thing lost; As soon as ever we were come into the River, being weary of the sea, we made haste to the shore, so that the Governor and Magistrates of the town could not be ready to give us that solemn reception as they intended. The next day the three Presidents, with the Magistrate, came to salute my Lord in a very handsome Equipage, and one of them made a Speech to him in Latin, wherein he acquainted his Lordship, That they had received positive commands from the Queen to demonstrate all respects to the English Ambassador, whom she had received notice would arrive here in a short time; and withal desired his Lordship's excuse, that they were not prepared to give him a more pompous entertainment at his first landing. Afterwards the Governor came to give his Salutation, which he performed with great civility and respect. And indeed they are very ready to accommodate us in any thing, and to give us all possible help and assistance in our intended journey towards the Court. The Queen is at present at Upsalia, but we are uncertain whether she intends to reside there all this winter; it is supposed that she may return again to Stockholm, there dying but two of the sickness the last week; our journey thither will be very tedious and chargeable; and we now begin to find experience that those that are employed upon such solemn Missions into so barren a Country, must needs be supplied with a very large purse: After that we have refreshed ourselves, and rested our horses here for a few days, we shall begin our journey, having already sent Letters to the Court of his Lordship's arrival; we must be enforced to carry all our baggage by land; the Presidents of the City after consultation had amongst themselves giving us this advice, which will be a very vast charge. Weymouth 2 Jan. 1653. A Jersey vessel went Saturday last out of this Harbour homewards, but the same nigh a very great storm rose at Sea, and brought the ship back again upon our Coast, where she was cast away in the West-bay between Portland and Rotberry all the men being cast away but the shipman and two passengers that were soldiers going over to Jersey or Guernsey From Milford Haven, Jan. 2. There are several Vessels here bound for Ireland, but stayed here by reason of the contrary winds; we have not of late heard any news from thence: The Picaroons are full plying about the Isle of Lundy, and often come into the Severn mouth, where sometimes they catch some of our small vessels. There is nothing more from our Fleet, but that part of them are about Plymouth, and other places to the Westward, some be out towards the coast of Brittany, to try whether they can meet the Brest men of War, who have now got good ships, and have a considerable strength at Sea. This week arrived the fleet from Dunkirk consisting of about 40 sail, whereof a good part are laden with rich goods, as silks wrought and unwrought linen, thread &c. There is come likewise 5 ships from the East-land, as also one from Zant with Currans, but as yet not come up the River. The Dutch Commissioners, whom we mentioned before to be gone to Gravesend in order to take shipping for Holland, have not yet set sail, but remain there, and have some further application to his Highness and his Council which whether or no it will occasion their coming back again to make absolute Agreement, a short time will discover. By several Letters from Holland yesterday, we had the certain Intelligence, That upon Tuesday last was sevennight they had about Amsterdam, a most fearful Thunder, Lightning and Tempest, (as about the same time we had by other letters was the like at Pembroke in Wales) and that by this Thunder and Lightning there were about 500 houses burned and destroyed in and near Amsterdam, besides above 40 Merchants' ships sunk in the Texel, and many other great damages, the particulars whereof you shall have further by the next, when a more exact account comes. Dalkeith Decemb. 29. Major Bramston's pad light upon Sir Arthur Forbs upon Saturday last, had not a Pebbles sent him notice of our parties coming thither, he being then at the Kirk of Atterick very sore wounded, yet upon hearing of their approach marched towards the Hills, his number being th made 70 horse by the occasion of one Capt. Steward with 20 horse, our men took two more of them also, who were in the former fight, and took one Moss-Trooper also. The enemy have now a garrison in Roldeu about ten miles from Dunbarton, from whence they came commanded by one Colgrave, with about 80 foot last week to Dunbarton, and in the dead of the night took two of the Bailiffs and other principal men of the town to the number of 36, whom they threaten to keep till they send in 4 horsemen, and 37 footmen for their levies. From Paris, Janua. 10. 1654, stilo novo. The last news from our Army in Alsatia imply, That the Marshal de la Ferte hath invested B stort, and is now making his Lines of Communication, and other works belonging to a siege; there hath been several pieces of Ordinance drawn out of Nancy, which are on the way, and will come to the Leaguer as soon as any batteries will be raised to plant them upon; the Marquis de Uxeiles is to be Lieutenant General, and is expected to be there with 3000 men. This design hath much alarmed the Country, and so much the more, since the yielding up of the strong Castle of Philipsburgh, which was taken by a surprisal without the loss of one, the manner thus, The Deputy Governor being gone a hunting with Commonwealthsome of the high Officers of that Garrison, notice being given to one of the Cardinal's creatures, he embraced with alacrity that occasion, and being come into the place, he so prevailed upon the garrison, that he became Master of the place, and this Deputy Governor being come in the evening, knowing not what had passed, found the bridge drawn up, and entrance denied him; whereupon he was forced to retire speedily. The Duke d'Amville being sent by the King to Blois, to try once more whether he could prevail with the Duke of Orleans, and to bring him again to the Court, returned back this week, and the report is at Court, that he hath brought a very good answer, and that he will be shortly in this City, but others are of a contrary opinion. The Duke de Guise is still going on in his preparations for his intended design for Naples against the next Spring. The States assembled in Provence are now sitting at Bagnolle, where the Duke of Mercoeur the Governor, and the other Procurators are also gone: they sit daily, and hope to rectify many abuses, and redress grievances which much burden the people there. The Charge of High Treason against the Prince of Conde is finished, only it wants to be engrossed. The Prince hath surprised a little Town and a Castle in Champagne, and plundered the Country pitifully. A List hath been brought to his Majesty of the Regiment of the Guard, which is found to consist of about 6000 men fit for service. The Commissioners for Creditors and poor prisoners sit constantly at Salters' Hall, and have done much good during the time of their sitting. From France the Letters say, that there be 26 Articles of High Treason drawn up against the Prince of Conde, and though he was once so exceeding popular that he was for a time able to maintain a war against the King; yet now he is fallen from the top of that slippery Pinnacle on which he climbed, there be but few that can afford him a good word. Further from Holland, thus. We daily expect 150 ships from the Sound, several Men of War are gone for their Convoy. The Ordnance brought from Sweden have been tried at Amsterdam, there are 500 pieces, most part half Cartows. Captain Nicholas Pater hath taken an English Ketch before Hull, another at Flamboroughhead; a Flute of 12 Guns, and 4 of Wood, of about 130 Lasts, with Hemp, Flax, Coals, and some Salt-peter. Also near Whitebay a Pinnace of fix Guns, with refined Salt, and one by the Hover, laden with Salmon, Sheep skins, and Herrings; but the loss of Captain Hans Margaren's ship, a man of War with 18 guns, which we hear the English have taken near Newcastle, is worth almost all these; and we hear of eight ships taken from the Caribes, with Sugar, Tobacco, and other Merchandise, with their Convoy of thirty guns. Eight of the Newfoundland Fleet we took, are made men of War. We have taken a Turkish ship and another in Smyrna. One Goldshalk hath rowed an English prize of 12 Guns into Brest. An English Frigate met with 5 French ships of St. Malo, took one called the Year of Grace, the Three Kings hardly escaped, not yet heard of, the other three are at Calice. Cornelius Joast, with Thymen Theancase, with the Ammunition are safely arrived from hence in Muscovia. By Letter from several parts beyond the seas, we hear, That there is like to be hot War by Russia and Muscovia against Poland, and is already proclaimed in Muscovia, and the Deputies are sending to all the Princes in Christendom about it. One Army (and the biggest) is marched from Muscovia, towards Smolonsko, and so on in the County; The Emperor will be there in person. A second commanded by Field-Marshal Bows, Petrootts, Sermotoft, and Semon, Gock, Janovies, Streesnop, go from Blascow in Rusland with 40000 men, amongst which 20000 well trained Russians. The third of 30000 from Potien, to the help of the Zaporasse Cossacks. This day the great calamity in Holland was again confirmed; it is affirmed that the Lightning leaping from the clouds, when the Thunder chid, the Houses began to take fire, and that 500 of them suddenly were devoured by it. At the same time the wind arising, the Billows in vast tumults began to move towards the Town, as if they made haste to put out the fire. By the high workings of the Sea the Mariners did presage the danger to come, and therefore used all their art and care to keep their ships at a distance, lest in the foulness of the weather, they should fall foul on one another, but their diligence could not make that quick dispatch, before a most violent gust clapped them together, and being involved in one danger, about 40 of them did suffer in one ruin. But others (to whom rather I incline) do affirm, that the fire was four miles from Amsterdam, at their rope mills, where were their stores both of Hemp, and Oil, which served to increase the flame, 400 houses are said to be there burned, and about 30 ships sunk by the Tempest. By this Post from Scotland it was certified, that, by virtue of a pretended Commission from Charles Stuart, Glencarn, whom the Highlanders call their General, issueth forth Warrants for the levying of men, horse and arms in a high nature, beginning thus. James, Earl of Glencarn and Kenmore &c. These are straightly to charge and command you, to levy and have in readiness out of your Shiredom, 100 horse well manned and armed, by the day of January; at which time you shall receive further Orders from me, to repair to such place of Rendezvous as shall be appointed: Whereof you are not to fail, &c. Our men are drawn forth of Edinburgh, and other garrisons, and are busy in chasing the enemy from place to place, and daily take many of these thieving Villains, and three Regiments are marched from hence towards Scotland. It is likely they would soon be quelled if they would stand to fight. From Portsmouth they write, That a Squadron of our fleet have taken very lately 6 prizes from the Hollanders. The preparations in Holland for War is very great, and they talk of some great matters agreed upon betwixt them and the French, but nothing openly declared, till they hear what becomes of their Treaty with England. The titular King of Scots' Commission to the Highlanders, and the warrants issued forth thereupon, in the name of James Earl of Glencarn and Kenmore. The strange accidents that have happened in Holland by Thunder, Lightning and Fire. Further news concerning the Treaty. Letters from the Lord Ambassador Whitlock out of Sweden. Several Prizes taken from the Hollanders by our Fleet, and other intelligence from several parts. An iron grey Nag, between 6 and 7 years old, about 13 and 14 hand high, with a white saddle spot on each side of the back, towards the wither, with a straight back, well raised together, with a sound buttock; a long thin ear, something uptight, paces very even and well, and flat limbed, docked and bobbed, and about an handful grown below the dock, if not cut since he was stolen; lost out of the ground of James Hawks of Hebridge in the County of Essex, within a mile of Maldon, on the 3 of this instant January. If any can give notice of him to the said James Hawks at Hebridge; or to Mr. Games at the White Horse within Algate, London; or to Edward Vaentine of Hockleton in the County of Northampton, and they shall have Thirty shillings for their pains.

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From Monday, May. 8. to Monday, May 15. 1654. By Letters from Deale dated May 6. thus: About forty sail of our Fleet are come up this way, and ride before this town, and most of the rest of the Fleet we hear are coming after in order (as we understand) to a general Rendezvous, but a Squadron is gone either towards the Isle of Jersey, or S. Males, for we hear of some affronts offered to the English there by the French; and it is admitted how they dare to do it, as the affairs of England stand in this juncture of time: but it may the great ones will not own it: Many vessels that have been trading abroad daily come home, and many Merchant-men are laden and going forth. From Upsal in Sweden April 8. Now we are able to give you a satisfactory account of my Lord Ambassador's negotiations there; for a firm peace is concluded in the behalf England with the Queen of Sweden, which is as well resented here as it can be acceptable to England: The Articles are engrossing, and are within few days to be signed, sealed, and delivered to both parties. The Queen looks upon this business as a thing crowneth the rest of her actions, that so great a work should be accomplished just at the laying down of her Crown. The persons commissionated to treat and conclude with my Lord were the Lord Chancellor, and his second son Count Erich. The success having thus answered the expectation of our coming hither, we shall have little to do but wait for orders to call us back. Upon the Queen's resigning her government she is to take possession of the Isle of Orland, and other revenues which were given to the Crown, and all other estates which she gave by way of gratuity to Courtiers and Favourites are to return unto her: she hath already resigned unto her the isle of Oesel, which is worth 100000. livers a year. The Prince Palatine, who is now to be crowned, is a man of great judgment and valour. Here is an army of thirty thousand able soldiers, and forty gallant men of war, but the design they are to go upon is kept very secret. By a Merchant ship newly come home we are advertised, that many ships have been lately cast away by storm, whereof one was a Dutch Merchant ship of great value, coming from Lubon, having in her fifteen ton of gold, which was cast away upon the Sicilian sea. The French are preparing what men of war and galleys they can for the relief of Rosa, a port-town besieged by the Spaniard. From Holland they write, that the articles of peace ratified by his Highness the Lord Protector are come safe to the States General, and that they are proclaimed there, at which the Merchants expressed great joy, and the States General have appointed a day of thanksgiving for this happy peace, and there is great preparations for feasting, and make bonfires that day. The Lord Le Brun, (the Spanish Ambassador at the Hague) and his Secretary have signified to the States, that he hath order to negotiate the affairs of State there, and complained that the Hollander doth prejudice the Spanish trade in the East Indies. An Ordinance came forth touching the Excise, That all goods and merchandize mentioned in the book of Rates for the Customs (except Bullion, Corn, Victuals, Arms, Ammunition, Ordnance of Brass or Iron, and Wool, exported or imported, which are not in the said Rates of Excise before or otherwise charged) shall hereafter pay Excise after the rate of five pound per cent. to be paid by the first buyer from the Merchant or Importer; and that from March 25. last the revenue of the Excise shall be but one Receipt, and brought into one general Revenue. This day was ordered to be printed a Declaration of his Highness the L. Protector for setting apart a day of thanksgiving, which follows thus. A Declaration set forth by his Highness the Lord Protector for a day of Thanksgiving for the peace with Holland, and for the the late seasonable Rain. That this hath been a Nation of blessings, in the midst whereof so many wonders have been brought forth by the outstretched arm of the Almighty, even to astonishment and wonder. Who can deny? Ask we the Nations of this matter, and they will testify, and indeed the dispensations of the Lord have been as if he had said, England thou art my firstborn, my delight amongst the Nations, under the whole Heavens the Lord hath not dealt so with any of the people round about us. The Lord having added another Link to this golden Chain of his loving kindness, by giving us a Peace with our Neighbours the United Provinces, (whereby he hath not only stopped a great issue of blood, but We trust also given us hearts to unite Our blood and strength for the mutual defence of each other) calls for great return of Thanks for the same. It is therefore thought fit to set apart Tuesday, being the 23. of this present May, as a day for Praise, and for the thankful Acknowledgment of this blessing of Peace, which we hope hath in the womb of it many other blessings. And let us not forget our other Mercies, was not the Earth lately so unusually parched up that it threatened Famine, and did cause the Beast of the said field to mourn for want of food, and water to sustain it? And hath not the Lord so watered the Earth that he hath turned those fears into the expectation of the greatest plenty that ever was seen by any now living in this Nation? Consider we also the way whereby the Lord imparted this mercy to us, did any amongst us foreknow it was coming, was it not stirring upon hearts to seek the same by prayer, and that immediately before the Lord vouchsafed us this mercy &c. This day begun the Sessions in the Old Bailey whereof more hereafter. Since Lieutenant Colonel John Lilburne was carried to the Isle of Jersey, his friends sued forth a Habeas Corpus, and sent at away by a messenger, who took shipping at Weymouth about a fortnight since (as he intimated to some friends here in London) since which they have heard nothing from him; yet is not Lieutenant Colonel John Lilburne tried or executed, as was falsely reported. Edinburgh 3 May. General Monk hath had meetings with a Council of Officers, and we are in preparations against the forces from England come, to be ready to march into the Field after Col. Morgan, who hath so frighted the Enemy in the Hills, that they durst not venture to come out, but have found a way through the Hills to get Provisions, which we wonder how they came by. Middleton hath, we hear, sent a Messenger to the Islands, to double their Guards. Some Scotch Towns have made stay of a few passengers, but not considerable: We have taken a few Country people that were going towards the Hills. There hath been great plunderings in the North of Scotland: There hath been lately no considerable actions, but two or three small skirmishes with parties. General Blake is with the Fleet in the Downs; Letters from Spain and France both say they are afraid of them. General Pen is near ready to return to the Fleet. The business of the Law goes on apace, which will be to the great ease of the Nation in regulating the course of the Law, that it may be with much Justice, Ease, and Speed. The Dutch have had Peace proclaimed, and a day of Thanksgiving kept. From Colonels Morgan's quarters at Dingwell in the North of Scotland, thus, we are more wearied by often alarms and watching than with fighting, for though the enemy brag and boast high, yet they rather make choice to stay with their main body in the mountains, than stand to the hazard of a Battle. Middleton hath bestirred him since his coming into Southerland, and told Glencarne to his face, that if himself had not been there they had been all lost before this. The best intelligence we can gather of them is very doubtful, for the ordinary sort are so extremely ignorant that they cannot, and the better sort so maliciously cunning, that they will not inform us. On Sunday last a party of theirs met another of ours at a place called Dumgith, where they had a short skirmish, in which we killed four of the Enemy, and took nine prisoners, one whereof sayeth, that their Officers told them, that they expected very suddenly a considerable number of foreign Forces to come over to them. We hear that General Monk is upon his march on this side Stirling, to join with us, his coming may prove very seasonable, for certainly if the enemy's numbers are so great as is reported, they will be forced by hunger itself to forsake the mountains, and either fight us or endeavour to pass by us, and then we should be sure to make them fight before they get back again. The late differences amongst their chief Officers are not quite salved up yet, neither have they yet completed their Levies. By the next it's probable you will have more of action, but this is all all at present from Dingwell May 7. 1654. Your Friend and Servant, J. H. An Ordinance came forth for doubling further upon, and finishing the sale of Deans, Dean's and Chapter's lands, and of Manors of Rectories Glebe Lands, &c. wherein it is ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, with the consent of his Council, That over and above the sum of three hundred thousand pounds appointed to be borrowed upon the security held forth by a late Act of Parliament, and over and above the sum of one hundred and twenty thousand pounds more borrowed upon the security held forth in two other Acts. The sum of twenty thousand pounds shall be further borrowed upon the security of such of the premises respectively exposed to sale by the said Acts, by way of doubling the like sum or sums as shall be due to any person or persons. Body politic or Corporate, for any money, plate, horse, arms, or other things advanced upon the public Faith, or which hath been at any time allowed by any Act or Ordinance of Parliament to be doubled, together with the interest upon such public Faith debts after the rate of 8. per cent. until the stating of such debts and interest, by the persons named and appointed in and by an Act for sale of several lands & estates forfeited to the Commonwealth for treason. In relation to which doubling, the Trustees, Treasurers, Registers, Accountants, and all other Officers concerned therein, are required to proceed according to the directions of the Acts of Parliament in like case made and provided. Provided also that where any purchaser or purchasers, his or their assign or assigns shall tender any Bills or Receipts by this Ordinance made applicable for payment of any second moiety, other than such Bills or Receipts, as by his or their contract ought to have been applied thereunto: the party or parties so tendering such Bills or Receipts, shall defalk so much more in value, as shall countervail the interest incurred by his or their elapsed time. For which second Moieties, as also defalcations as aforesaid, the said Treasurers, or one of them, are hereby authorized to give such purchaser his or their receipt or acquittance and re-conveyance accordingly. Paris 14. May new stile. The Commissioners for the Protestants have waited long on the Court, and can get no answer of their complaints except some promises at large that their just grievances shall be redressed in due time; but for the present the Court is wholly given to pleasure. His Majesty is to go from Fontainebleau the next week, and great preparations are making for him to go Rheimes, against the day of his Coronation. Charles Stuart and the Duke of York came yesterday to the Palace Royal, from taking their pleasure in the country. A Messenger is arrived here from Scotland which talks of high matters, glorying much at Middleton's success since his going thither. And now here is a hot report that the Stuarts will be gone out of France very shortly. From Doway 12. May. The Spanish Forces are come into these parts, which makes us sufficiently miserable, by their plundering and foraging the country. Some say they have a design against Bassee, now the French have drawn all their Forces towards the sea side for fear of the English. Francis Duke of Lorraine is come to Brussels with his two sons, and was very nobly received by the Archduke Leopold, who gave unto him the upper hand, and allotted him the chief lodgings at the Court. The Officers of the Army are invited to the Court to be acquainted with this their new General, and after that he will repair to the Army, and endeavour to get the love of the Soldiery. Portsmouth, 11. May. Here are seven or eight of our Frigates, which are to hasten after the main Fleet, which is gone towards the Downs. There came unto this Port a Merchant ship bound for London. The Skipper sayeth, he was in great danger to be taken by the Brest men of war, which lose no time, but the scouting up and down about the West of London, and very lately took a Merchant ship belonging to Bristol, we hear that at S. Malos there was some gross affronts offered to the English Factors, and others, and that some were imprisoned, but by the King's special command to the Governor, all things are now quiet there. At Rochel, 5. new Frigates are making ready, and great preparations are all along upon the French Coast. Their Garrisons filled with soldiers, and their Castles and Magazines supplied with Ammunition and victual, as if they expected nothing but a sudden war. Rotterdam 8. May. Some Merchants have letters thus. Since the publication of the Articles of Peace with England, and order given for the departure of the Royal Party (according to the time limited in and by the said Articles) they and the vulgar sort of the Aurange Party begin to spurn and kick, endeavouring to stir up, if possible, dissention amongst ourselves, but the States have committed some to prison, and issued forth very strict orders against any that shall disturb the present peace. There was lately a fire in one of the State's houses, which is conjectured to be kindled by some of the Royal Party. There is news here that at S. Malos one or more Englishmen have lately been assaulted and slain by the French, and that the Merchant's goods are made stay of. Reading 12. May. This week were committed to the Town Gaol: nine persons (men and women) who are charged with witch craft, they were apprehended within two or three miles of Okingham, where they were making merry and exercising feats of activity in several shapes. The Lords of the Council sit every day very close at Whitehall upon great and weighty affairs. Four Forests are to be sold for the Soldiery. Dublin 6. May. All things here are very quiet, eight and ten of a Company are drawn out and sent Northward to be transported into Scotland. The Native Irish are drawn together in Conaingh. This day the Sessions in the Old Bailey ended, seven persons received sentence of death, Downs and Smith were found guilty of coining half Crowns shillings & sixpences of several stamps, viz. K. James, K. Charles, and the States. The rings were good silver, but the middle course and base metal. 'Twas proved that when some did speak of the money, Downes said these words, We do make it: and at another time Smith said, I do make it. So the best evidence was out of their own mouths. He that ripped off the lead off S. Paul's Church, as well as took down the scaffolds is fined 1200. pound, and adjudged to perpetual imprisonment. The rest that be condemned are for robberies of several sorts. A lone house in Tuthil fields was lately robbed, all the goods clean carried away, and the woman almost killed. Reader take notice. That (for thy ease and satisfaction) the sum of the whole week's intelligence is comprised in this one sheet.

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The Message sent from the States of Holland, to his Highness the Lord Protector, and the Articles of Peace signed and sealed, and presented to Him in a silver box. The Letters sent to all the United Provinces, concerning the K. of Scots, & the House of Orange. The proceedings of the Q of Sweden, touching the Marriage of P. Charles, and the coming down of D. Francis of Lorraine (touch Low Countries) with a stately Train. The number of Officers and Soldiers, revolted from the English, to Gen. Middleton, the taking of Cap. Southwood, and the white Raven; and the blowing up of another in Leith Road. A bloody fight between the English and French, the sinking of the King's Admiral, and the names & number of the rest taken with the strange Order concerning yellow and black boots, strong water and Tobacco, & the Articles & Charge exhibited against Hannah Trapnel, the Proprietoress of Whitehall, by Mr. Lobb. From Friday April the 14. to Friday April the 21. 1654. London, printed by Robert Wood, for G. Horton, 1654. There are two eminent Marks of a Commonwealth or free people; and the first is Elections annual: the second is Election of persons for Government during . Indeed, the people are not so free that are governed by Hereditary Princes, as those that are governed by elected Princes or Governors: in Elections Fools ordinarily are shut out, that may possibly come to lay claim to Government and power by a right of Succession. If wicked and corrupt persons could also be shut out by elections, it were then the only way to be preferred and esteemed one good way for discovering such persons, so that before anyone is elected to the greatest Trusts, they ought to pass through most of the lesser Trusts in the Commonwealth, in which they must give a Testimony both of their abilities and fidelity: yet Nero was not discovered in passing through the several Trusts, before he arrived at the Empire, nor in 5 years after for Tacitus sayeth, That the most virtuous Prince that came to the Empire, fell short of Nero's first five years. It is evident, that those that elect annually need not so much circumspection, as those that elect Princes or Governors for life: for let one be never so wicked that is called to Government but one year, he cannot do much hurt in that time, neither indeed will he: for that he knoweth he shall be put in the same condition with others of the Commonwealth: therefore it behoveth him to do that which shall be for the good of the people; for in so doing, he shall be a joint sharer. And as there are many States that do esteem of annual Elections, so have they good Expedients to prevent corruptions in persons of inferior Trust. As for example, the of Genova have for their Head a Duke elected out of the Citizens, who is to govern two years and during that time he liveth in a Palace like an absolute Prince; yet he cannot do or act anything but by and with his Council, which are 8, they are called Governors, and the Duke with these 8 Governors are called the Seigniori, who in matters of great concernment of the State in general, they call the Senate, where the Duke hath this privilege to propound whatsoever is fit to be considered in Senate. But the reason of that is, for that there be 28 Families of the Title of Gentlemen, who have the Government always amongst them; and the Duke being but to continue two years, they presume that he will not move anything in Senate that shall be in favour of one Family more than another. The Government was formerly endeavoured to be settled in one family; but the Contest was like to have overthrown the Commonwealth, until that Andrew Doria in the year 1528. settled it in an equal poise amongst the 28 Families; at which time he might have settled it upon himself and posterity; and for that he did not, the Genovois did in memory to him praise, erect a Statue for his perpetual Glory. Indeed it is more worthy to assume supreme power to knock off Chains, and leave a people free, than it is to usurp to make people slaves. The Commonwealth of Genova is governed by 4 men elected out of the Senate, called Syndics; these have the Charge for one year: the Supreme power is a Council of two hundred; out of them are elected 25 Senators, who assemble every day upon the Affairs of the Commonwealth; and out of them are chosen the Syndic. The State of Lucca are governed by a Council that are chosen annually; and out of that Council ten, which make a Seignori: Out of these ten, one hath command as Head of the Commonwealth for three days; then another of the ten: so it cometh again to him that was first. Many other States are ruled altogether by elective persons; and most Hereditary Princes do so esteem of often elections of Ministers of State under them, as that they find it to be absolute necessary for the expelling of corruptions, and to prevent their people from being discontented; as the King of Spain sends every three years new Viceroys into the Kingdom of Naples, Cicilla, Aragon, and the West Indies. For, alas! there is no such Remedy against Changes in a State, as to change the persons that govern; and if the Head, or Chief of the Commonwealth be not changed, yet if those under him be, it will be all one as if He were. O such persons that thrust themselves into Commands, and great Power, are to be suspected as to their abilities: The fears that those must take upon themselves, and the danger they are in, would startle one that looketh upon Greatness in this World. It is an excellent Testimony in a man that is fit for great Trusts, when he doth endeavour to shun them; it argues that they know well the Nature of them. Moses, when God would have had him taken the conduct of leading the people of Israel, he had a great reluctancy of Spirit, and was afraid of his inability to perform so great an Undertaking. Wonderful it is, certainly, that any man Genius should sore so high, as absolutely to covet the unwarrantable things below. It was not so in the days of old, as evidently appears by that admirable expression of a precious Emperor, to a familiar friend of his, who upon his Election congratulated him, sayeth he, But to Intelligence, and the Work of the Day: His Highness: Lord Protector was attended from the Cockpit to Whitehall, where he dined with his Council; and afterwards graciously vouchsafed to give audience to divers Petitions, referring them to a Committee: so that the grand Affair of the Peace between England and the United Provinces being over, believe it, Mr. Sadier, and Mr. Long, will not only be Masters of Request, but Masters of Grants, to the great Relief of the much affected, and oppressed people. From Ireland we have received intelligence, that there is scarce anything wanting in that country but people to manure the ground, and a good conscience to hold forth their infallible practices, which indeed has been too much eclipsed in these our days. The plague is well appeased in many parts; yet notwithstanding the pestilence rageth too too much amongst many: From which, Good Lord deliver us. The next thing that we shall present you withal, is, an Express from abroad the Pearl frigate in Dover Road, signifying, That a Squadron of English ships are commanded to Deep in France, to conduct over the two French Lords, who have received further Credentials from their Master the King, for the concluding of a firm League and Union with his most Excellent Highness, Oliver Lord Protector, &c. So runs the Title of the Commission: from whence we may infer, that the Harp makes the sweetest Harmony: For, true it is, that many Christian Princes have resolved to congratulate his Highness; and to that end, sundry Ambassadors are preparing: So that they begin to work out their deliverance with fear and trembling. From Truro in Cornwall, our Scout bringeth intelligence, That Mrs. Hannah Trapnel, who lately acted her part in a Trance so many days at Whitehall, hath for some time been in those parts, where she passed from Town to Town, to vent her Prophesies, and alienate the hearts of the people from the present Government: There are in her company one Mr. Longdon, and M. Baudin, two members of the late short-lived Parliament: but the justices having taking practice of her ways and practices, she was apprehended: giving the Charge in the last Session killed the Vagrants, 2 such as occasioned unlawful as speak against the present Government. There were two Indictments drawn against her; but M. Langdon and M. Baudin, endeavoured to make a learned Defence; and could not be suffered: only they entered into Bonds of 300 l. for her good behaviour, and appearance at the next Assizes. This passage reminds me of the old story of Eliz. Baron, the Holy Maid of Kent, as she was called in the days of old who was made use of by certain fanatic Popish Priests, by feigned Miracles & Trances, to raise admiration in the multitude, and some seditious Humours against the Government; for which she and her accomplices were all hanged but the head. From sea, the only news is, that a fleet of 40 sail of French Merchantmen were met with off of Ushant, by the Portsmouth and Middleburgh frigates, who assailed them, and maintained a very hot Dispute, in which they sunk the French Admiral, and took 5. But the foulness of the weather separating our frigates, impeded their further pursuit of Victory and so the fleet escaped. 1 The Admiral sunk, called the Foundore, 22 guns. 2 The St. Clement sunk, a ship of 14 guns. 3 The Rear-Admiral taken, called the Leveirge, a ship of 18 guns 4 The Lough Blanch taken, a ship of 11 guns. 5 The St. Jaques, a delicate ship of 18 guns. 6 The John Baptist 12 guns. Those that escaped were, The Concord, the Protect, the Joseph, the George, the Chevalier, the Soldier, the Peter, the Le Fume, the Palma, the Julia Lunia, and some others. From Holland they write, That the States General have sent to all Provinces, and considerable cities to bring in their opinions and consents concerning the House of Orange, and the Stuart Family; 'tis hoped all things will prove for the best. And 'tis conceived the Q of Sweden hath a good intention for the Low Countries: Unto which confines, valiant Duke Francis of Lorraine is said to prosecute his journey with a stately Train. Their great Armada, far bigger than ever, is designed to launch forth into the Deep about the merry month of May: at which time they intend to play strange pranks, over the left shoulder. The States have had several meetings for preventing of the Designs which may be intended against the Sound, and to preserve the secure right to the K. of Denmark; and upon the Result, sent Orders to the Admiralty of Amsterdam, to carry on the Naval Affairs with expedition. The Commissioners for approbation of public Preachers sit on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; of which Fridays for Augmentations. In all the Transactions, there is no respect had to anything so much as grace in men's hearts; some University men, for defect thereof, have been laid by; and some who never were University men, yet furnished with gifts and graces, have been received, and welcomed. No Difference at all among the Commissioners themselves, though they be of divers judgements about Church matters, all minding the advancement of the Gospel. They being 38 in number are severed into three Divisions, each sitting their month. No partiality used in their Trials; nor do certificates approved of, but such as come subscribed under the hands of such persons as are known to the Commissioners. From Minehead it is advertised, That the Brest men of war do much harm in that channel, having of late taketh several Vessels, whereof some of a considerable value which belonged to Bristol: others, of no great esteem, yet too good to be lost. Nay, they are grown to such a height, that they dare presume to come even into the very mouth of Severn, where they beat us with our own Weapons, by employing our own Vessels against Us. The last Letters from Germany advertise, That the new Levies are almost finished, and that great is the expectation of the Emperor's playing a new Game with certain Christian Princes. They have reinforced the strong Garrison of Casal, and the Dukes of Florence, Parma and Modena are also raising of divers Military forces. But what their Design is, we cannot as yet give you an Account of; only thus much, that there is a bloody war to be carried on vigorously this Summer. Indeed, all Europe seems to be in a Chaos of confusion; and nothing but war and Rumours of war throughout most of the Christian Territories: The Vice King of Naples threatens destruction to Catalonia, and the King of Spain is determined to take field suddenly. The Prince of Conde begins to move, and has received new Instructions from the Council of Spain, which has given so great an alarm to the King of France that no less than fifty thousand horse and foot are designed to impede their march, and Gen. Thurene is to advance forthwith into Picardy, and take a view of the Army, and to set it in a posture fit for a march: he has received Commission from his Master King Louis as chief Generalissimo, and his Majesty and the great Court Favourite Cardinal Mazarine, are both resolved to honour him with their own persons in the field, and to take a view of all the frontier Towns and Castles. From Scotland we have received Intelligence, that on the first instance General Middleton had a general Rendezvous near Skilbo in Southerland; and after the receipt of Orders from this experienced Generalissimo, part of the Army marched for the South Highlands, the rest were to continue in the North, and both to prosecute their Levies, and then to join in the South. Commissions are gone forth in the Name of their Master Charles, to complete the Army. And so proportionably in every country where they have command. The Lord Seaforth, and are suddenly expected with their Levies also, which are not a few; and this Son of Mars Lieut. Gen. Middleton gives out, that he hath brought great store of Spanish Gold, lent by his Master the Emperor, from whom is expected a great Loan, & many men, with plenty of the Lord knows what, which is negotiated by the Lord Wilmot, and to be brought by his Brother-in-law, which he had stayed for, but for the appeasing of the discontent he heard was amongst his friends, for his often failing in his promised coming amongst them. Sometimes they make desperate incursions, but pay often for their bold attempts. Nay, this is not all, but 'tis said they have more Arms and Ammunition landed. Of which, more in due time. In the interim, true it is, that many horse and foot are expediting down, and Lieu. Col. Mitchell is marched with 9 Companies of Foot, six Troops of Horse, and a gallant party of resolute Dragoons, which are to march tomorrow to Brahan; to which are added 4 Troops of horse, and 3 companies of foot, all which, are to keep a pass at Dinghil, and to engage the enemy, if possible. Since the Prince of Conti's coming in to the King, and taking the Oath of Allegiance, his Majesty hath created him Vice King of Naples; and a very sumptuous and admirable Equipage is making ready for solemnising the Journey. The 14 instant, was acted at the Louvre the stately Italian Comedy, called, the Nuptials of Peleus and Thetis, being a thing of incomparable invention, and no less costly. There was a mighty affluence of people, amongst the rest, came the disconsolate Queen, her three Sons, Charles, James, and Henry, and the Princess her Daughter. The Duke of Lorraine doth still remain at Antwerp close prisoner, and there is a strong Report that he is to be carried prisoner into Spain, which is malum omen, for the obtaining that liberty which he was promised, when he was apprehended. Ha! ha! This is as like to prove as bad to him, as is already the disposing of all his estate that hath already been found in that estate. By Letters further from Holland it is certified, That the States have fully ratified the Agreement for Peace with great rejoicing and alacrity of Spirit, and that they have sent a Return of Instrument to his Highness the Lord Protector. All which particulars, appears to be evident; for that the English Fleet hath weighed anchor from S. Helen's Point, and now rides with their white Flags and Streamers in Stokes-Bay. From Scotland we have received intelligence, that the grand design of Rising doth appear every day more universal, not only the Scots flying out, but divers English; and amongst the rest three Clerks, belonging to the Court of Justice at Edinburgh, divers soldiers out of Leith, and about 50 from Stirling are gone to the Hills; from whence they descend down sometimes into the Lowlands, and amongst others, the E. of Salkirk, second son to the Marq. of Douglas, started out the other day, and took from Boggehal 60 horse. Nay, this is not all, but divers other Englishmen are got to the Hills under the command of an Irishman: so that Middleton's Army consists of at least 800 horse & 3000 foot, and are resolved to engage us. Whereupon col. Morgan with 850 horse, & 1600 foot is advanced against them, and a sudden engagement is expected. Cap. Staner, and Cap. Smith, Commanders of the Tonnington & Plymouth frigates, have taken an Holland East-India ship outward bound of 800 Tonne, laden with 350 Tonne of goods, and 4 Chests of Silver. The Constant Warwick hath brought in Prize Brest-man of war with 8 guns, and 50 men into Plymouth. Ay! But to this welcome news, we have received very sad tidings, that is, on Tuesday last Cap. Southwood, commander of the White-Raven going from Leith Road toward Newcastle, was set upon by a 11 Dutch men of war, boarded and taken, and the 13 instant a private man of war of ours, was accidentally blown up in Leith Road, and 6 men killed. The Articles of peace are delivered to his Highness the Lord protector in a silver box, signed and sealed by the States of the United provinces, all concurring; and his Highness hath appointed the like to being offered here, and to pass the Great Seal of England; and then he will sign it by his sign Manual, which then is to be put into a silver box, and be sent to the Hague, and after signification of the States General receiving thereof, it will be published in both Commonwealths. From Warsaw they write, that the Muscovites before they would grant the Cossacks their protection, obliged them to renounce the Amity of the Tartarians, that they should never acknowledge their old Polish Lords, nor wear any habit after the polish made, or wear any red or yellow boots, but only black ones; and that they shall drink no strong waters, play at cards, or take tobacco &c. The French in Brussels are in a panic fear that the K. of Spain will deliver into the hands of the Lord protector of England, the town of Dunkirk for security of forces which they fear shall be sent over to the Prince of Conde, for the service of the K. of Spain, against the Crown of France. The Q of Sweden hath written a letter to the French Ambassador concerning her Majesty's Resolution of surrendering Her Crown and Kingdom to Pr. Charles, which is conceived to be only for promoting of the princess of Orange the King of Scots's sister.

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The dividing of the English Fleet into several Squadrons to go against the Enemy, and the great Design of the main Fleet. A new Plot discovered against the English. The Aid and Assistance which is lately come to General Middleton and the Highlanders in Scotland; with their design to surround Colonel Morgan, and his Forces. The Declaration of William of Nassau touching the Articles of Peace between England and Holland. The Queen of Sweden's Order for the besieging of Bremen. With variety of other Intelligence from several parts of the World. From Wednesday, May 10. to Wednesday, May 17. 1654. By Letters out of Berkshire it was advertised, that the seventh of this month there were nine persons apprehend for Witches in that County, and sent to Reading Gaol. This day the Sessions began in the Old Bailey; there were upon their trial Master Downs and Master Smith for coining of moneys, and several persons for Felony. An Ordinance of the Lord Protector and his Council was set forth for setting apart Tuesday May 23 instant for a day of Thanksgiving for the happy Peace with the Dutch, and the seasonable Rain, which it pleased God to send us since our seeking in that behalf in fasting and prayer. Scilly Island the 5th of May 1654. A Master of a ship from Virginia reports, that an Indian yielded himself unto the English there, and discovered unto them a design of the Natives to fall on the English about the beginning of this instant May, and that the English would be ready to prevent their bloody purposes, a Vessel of Tixgmouth bound for Walls for Coals came in hither yesterday, she was taken about the middle of the day a league to the East of those Islands by Mildrum a Brest man of War of about 10 Guns, who having plundered the vessel dismissed her again, and bad her to make haste into Scilly, for their were four or five more of his Comrades coming down the North Channel, whom he should avoid, and that they had 10 or 12 guns a piece. There were aboard Mildrum some English that were lately taken by our Frigates, and being brought ashore they suddenly obtained their liberty, and got to Brest again, so that there is little hopes that anything but a Halter will reclaim those rogues from their Thieving kind of life. The chief Gunner of Mildrum's Frigate named Thomas Sloe, was very lately taken in another frigate of Brest by one of our Frigates, and now is with Mildrum again. Dublin May 1. We have nothing of news to send you from hence, only here hath been a general Council of Officers to divide their lands, the result whereof I shall acquaint you by the next. The Lord Broghil, and Sir Charles Coots Brother are sent to England with a Congratulatory message from the general Council of Officers in Ireland, to his Highness the Lord Protector, the Lord General Fleetwood will be also in England suddenly. Edinburgh 4. This day came General Monk from Dalkieth to Edinburgh, attended by the chief Officers of the Army, who were received at the Netherbow by the English Judges in their Scarlet Robes, and the Town Magistrates, the Provost and Bailiffs in theirs likewise. The Generals and Officers alighting from their horses, marched with those that met them up the high street to the Cross, which was adorned with Tapestry, and there Advocate General Whaley proclaimed his Highness Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, &c. as also the Ordinance for uniting Scotland to England, before a great concourse of people, Drums beating, Trumpets sounding, and voices echoing forth acclamations. After this was done, a great dinner was provided by the Magistrates of this Town to entertain the General, his Officers, and others; and to close the solemnity, this night was variety of fireworks which continued till 11 of the clock. There is 12 sail of our men of war now riding in Leith Road, which together with the General's speedy preparations for a march into the field, strikes terror into the spirits of the Highland spoilers. Further from Edinburgh, May 6, 1654. Major Gen. Drummond came from Middleton to Lough Tay about 3 instant, and Glencarn with about 100 horse, and one Murray with the like number of foot came into Athol about the 4 instant. They give out, they past by Col. Morgan in a mist, but it is supposed they came by Loughaber. They intend to hasten their levies, and speed to the North to surround Col. Morgan. Montrose is raising his levies at Branar, and some small parties which are come from Middleton are joined with him. They say they expect Charles Stuart when their design is a little more ripe. Sir William Constable's 5 companies are come up. The General will be at Stirling next week. From Milford Haven, May 8. All those that were here waiting for a fair wind to go over to Ireland, went away, 2 days since, we have not heard anything from thence lately, only by a vessel come to Blewmorris, we hear that all things are in a peaceable condition, but want people to manure the ground; The Tories being now very few, have stirred very little of late. There were the last week seen near this place, two Brest Pirates who were coming from the Northward, and had with them three Barques, which they had taken coming from Dublin to Liverpool and Chester, as they told a fisherman who was aboard of them, one of them had 12 guns and 90 men, and the other 4 guns, and 40 men. From Rye, May 12. We have little of news to write at present, only that we see ourselves now freed from the Dutch men of war, the little Picaroons of Ostend do much vex and torment the fishermen upon this coast, under pretence of seeking after French vessels. One of them this week having 4 small guns, attempted to take a Barque, being on her way down between Deep and this place; but the Barque having many passengers, as well English as French, did defend themselves so gallantly, that in a little dispute the Ostender lost 7 men, besides some wounded, and in all probability they might have got away, but that a shot most unhappily took place in the Barque between wind and water, which sunk her down immediately, but most of the passengers were saved. Paris, May 14. 1654. The last night his Majesty returned from Fontainebleau to this City. Cardinal Mazarine rode in his Majesty's own Coach, and after them came about 50 Coaches more with Noblemen and their attendants. This day some Commissioners from the City of Rheims made their addresses to his Majesty, declaring the constant and unfeigned obedience of that City to his Majesty's commands, and that the day of his Anointing or Coronation was very desirable to them. The King returned thanks for their good affections, and told them that that he should come shortly to that City in order to his Coronation. By Letters from Germany we hear, that the troubles of the famous Lutherans increase; for the Earl of Oxenstern hath carried express orders from the Queen of Sweden to General Koningsmark to block up the City of Bremen, after he hath taken all the small Towns about it; whereupon this General doth compel all the Boots of the Country to take up Arms against the Bremish Garrisons; and the Citizens act as fast as they can for their own preservation, and force in all they can to aid and assist them, hoping likewise that they shall have some assistance from their neighbouring States, especially from Holland, which it is thought the Hollander will be backward in doing, for fear of bringing down the mighty Land Army against themselves which is prepared and ready to move in Sweden. By Letters from Venice it is thus certified. The new Generalissimo Moccenigo is now ready to take shipping for Candia, and with him are to 12 of our Nobles, 4000 foot soldiers, 100 horse, and divers Engineers, who are to be employed to make new Fortifications, and repair the old where it shall be thought needful in those places which we yet possess in Candia; from whence we hear that the Turks are now repairing the Fort called Lazaretto, thereby to hinder a relief from coming into the City of Candia, whose Garrison is likewise employed in repairing some Out-works which were decayed. Our loss is not so great in Dalmatia as it was esteemed, by reason that many of our soldiers who were counted to be dead, or taken prisoners, were fled into the Mountains for shelter, and so come in daily into to our Army. Nevertheless upon the advice received from General Delfino, that the Enemy had appointed a Rendezvous to their forces, and that they have some design upon Spalatto; therefore the Earl Vincentino was commanded that way to observe their march. There is a ship lately built here of a new structure or invention, by one Angelo Barberigo, who promiseth that this ship with 30 guns and 8 great murderers, will perform extraordinary service; the Senate hath promised him a very great gratuity, in case it proveth effectual according to his engagement. From Paris, May 16. Cardinal Mazarine is very busy in furnishing his Library, he hath already near 40000 Volumes, and daily increaseth the same. The Commissioners from St. Malo, and other places in Brittany have made great complaints concerning the taking of many of their ships by the English frigates, desiring liberty to seize upon the ships and goods of the English on the land, but that would not be granted: then they petitioned for leave to set out men of War, and that they may have Letters of Mart to make them satisfaction for their great losses. Count Harcourt hath sent an Express to the Court intimating, that he doth submit to the King's pleasure, and will deliver up his charge to whomsoever the King will send. From Turin. Our chief work is now to make all things ready with all expedition for the next Campagna, and doubt not but that our Army will be ready to march into the field the middle of the next month, as soon as the Marques de Caracena, who will scarce be ready so soon one of the main hindrances being, the want of new Levies in Germany not yet come, neither the money expected from Naples, as also some brass pieces of Ordnance which were lately cast there. From Rome. The Pope is not yet recovered of his sickness, nevertheless he hath been lately carried in a horse litter to see the new building of the Church of St. Agnes, founded by him, and endowed of great Revenues, he was accompanied of 25 Cardinals, many Princes, Ambassadors and several other persons of great rank, and having dined at the Palace of the Pamfilii returned again to the Quirinal, and at the last Consistory of all, there was made a decree that from henceforth there shall not be held any Congregations, in private houses but only at the Vatican. From Naples, There hath been lately mustered here 22 Companies, and about 5 Troops of horses, being all of the new Levies, but the Companies and Troops being all very thin, and wanting much of their full number, some small quantity of monies being given to each soldier thereby to make him go more cheerfully in the service. One of the chief of the Bandity whom they call King Saul having with 16 of his men met the Post going to Bari at the bridge of Lavignano had robbed him of all, and as he was about to strip him, there happened some soldiers of Montesocscoli, who having fought with him, not only made him leave all his prey, but also killed him, one Officer, and took one of his men prisoner, and chased the rest for many miles: They write us from Otranta that there hath been lately in those parts two great Earthquakes, which hath caused much terror among the inhabitants. This morning we received the welcome news of 300 sail of Coals which are come into the River from Newcastle, but the wind which hath blown this fortnight from the East and Northeast, hath not been altogether so favourable to some ships of ours bound for the North of Scotland. It is certain that the last week a Woman in this City coming casually into a room where she found her husband kissing another Woman, she immediately departed to her own house, and for all the declarations, and protestations of her husband, she refused to be comforted, having her heart so much contracted with the suddenness of that most ungrateful sight, that the next day she died for grief. The Letters from Scotland do advertise, that General Monk was lately in Stirling, and is now on his advance towards the Highlanders, to whom divers Renegadoes do still resort. Their access of new provision for the War doth much encourage them, so that their Levies of late do much increase. Middleton knowing what an Enemy he hath to deal with, doth the manage the War with great dexterity. Some Letters do represent, that he will fight with Col. Morgan before the access of more forces are added to him. There was lately a great dispute at the maintaining of a Pass, in which Sir Arthur Forbs was routed, and divers killed and taken. The titular King of Scotland hath sent a Letter to Middleton, in which he exhorteth and conjureth the Commanders to an Union in this time of their greatest necessity. From Deal we understand by Letters that a Squadron of our Fleet are gone Northward to scour those seas, and to prevent the coming over of assistance to the enemy in Scotland: but they could not come thither time enough to meet with the late supplies of men, money, and ammunition, which was conveyed into Scotland out of France by the way Dunkirk. Another part of our Fleet are gone Westward, to chase away the Brest men of War, who have done us much mischief at several times upon the West of England; but the main body of the Fleet are appointed for a greater design. The Committee sit daily for regulation of the Law, or at least the course of proceedings, for which we find much reason to do it; but as for the Fundamental Laws, or the Common Laws of this Nation, they are so full of reason, that it were even against reason to alter them. The Letters from Scotland this Post, make no mention of any further action than what you have in the foregoing passages; only we hear the Enemy swells pretty big in his own conceit: And I do not wonder that they are so high in words, seeing their persons continue the ambition rather of dwelling upon the tops of the highest mountains than to charge us fairly in the valleys. Plymouth, 12 May, 1654. Two Merchant men are come into this Port, or rather driven in for fear of the Brest men and Picaroons, who are still thick upon this coast: But we hear that a Squadron of our Fleet is coming this way, the very appearance whereof will half sink them, or (in conceit) drive them aground. These two ships are bound for London, and bring news of some late losses sustained by the Dutch about Brazil. There is great preparations for War in several parts beyond the sea; what the designs are, and what effects they will produce, time will discover. Here is great talk of some new differences or discontents in Holland, and some say, that William of Nassau hath declared. That he is against the Articles of Peace concluded on with England: they say also that the most part of the Land soldiers do adhere to him, and in his behalf have seized upon divers eminent places there. But we take this as a bare rumour, raised by some of the adverse party. London, Printed by E. Alsop 1654.

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From Tuesday, Decemb: 20. to Tuesday, Decemb: 27. 1653 I made mention in my last save one, that the Lord Ambassador Whitlock was at Hamburg, from whence (it is since advertised) that he is come to Gothenburg in Sweden, where he arrived in the Phnix, and his followers in the Elizabeth Frigate. His arrival is said to be so sudden, that the Magistrates of that City had not the opportunity to entertain him as they intended, but they have ever since deported themselves very civilly to him, which is acknowledged by his Lordship, who being not very well, made haste to land whenever he came to Gothenburg, he made a stay there for the space of a week, and sent Letters to the Court at Stockholm, concerning the occasion of his coming. It is certified in several Letters that he stayed at Gothenburg till he had received an answer to those Letters which he had sent to the Queen. I made also mention also in my last, of a large writing in Parchment, or Instrument, the Title whereof was, The Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland. The substance whereof was. First that the Supreme, Legislative Power of the three Nations shall be, and reside in one single Person, assisted with a Council of State, consisting of thirteen at the least, and twenty one at the most, and the Commons Assembled in Parliament. That there shall be a Parliament every three years, and the next to begin on the third of September following. The Parliaments for the time to come shall be chosen by the People, according to certain qualifications contained in the said Instrument. That the time of their sitting shall be for five months. That all Bills to be passed in Parliament shall be offered to the LORD PROTECTOR, for his consent, which if he doth not afford assent unto within the compass of twenty days, the said Bill shall notwithstanding pass unto, and become a Law, provided that it contains nothing contrary to the matters contained in the said Instrument. That strict provision be made for the succession of Parliaments, the management of Elections, and that Returns be made by the respective Sheriffs of the persons that are Elected. That the Parliament shall have power of making all Laws, saving in some cases, relating to the Guards of the Commonwealth, and in matters of Religion, for which there is particular provision made in the Instrument, containing the Government. That the LORD PROTECTOR be elective, and not hereditary, and to be chosen by the Council immediately after the death of the LORD PROTECTOR That the Supreme Legislative power residing in one single Person, shall be called the LORD PROTECTOR of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland. This Day his Highness the LORD PROTECTOR sat with his Council in the Council-Chamber at Whitehall, it being the place where the Council of State used to sit, the number of them this Day that are already settled, are thirteen whose Names are as followeth. Major General Lambert Sir Charles Worsley The Lord Viscount Lisle Sir Anthony Ashley Cooper Major General Desborough Sir Walter Strickland Major General Spippen Mr: Major Colonel Jones Mr: Laurence Colonel Sydenham Colonel Montague Sir Gilbert Pickering Mr.Fr. Rous the late Speaker. I made mention in my last that the Highlanders, and some discontented Lords of Scotland, were busy in raising new Levies, amongst whom was the Lord Kinnoule, whose locality, or Country confined him to raise men, being in Angus, and in Mearns; Captain Lile of Colonel Rich's Regiment had no notice of it, and marching in the night ten miles from his Quarters, with one hundred Horse, and Dragoons, he unexpectedly fell upon the Enemy by the break of Day, and took forty Horse, nineteen private Soldiers, two Captains, one Cornet and one Quartermaster, he killed nine or ten more, they were all of the Earl of Kinnowle's Regiment, which (as I have said) he was raising in Angus. The names of those who were taken, are Captain Belfore John Gardner Captain Blare Robert Swan Captain Ramsey John Brand Quartermaster Friar Arthur Neile George Black John Batterson John Merlum Henry Mann Francis Sharp Henry Goodley David Ramsey William Eviston James Brace John MacDonnel John Malklayn Daniel Calmanick William Fife Archibald Gordon Daniel Lawson It is certified from Edinburgh, that the Writs issued out against persons in Debt, do make many of the Lowlanders to run to the Highlands. It is said that there are about four thousand Writs issued out against several persons who have neither money, nor Estates to pay their Debts. Proposals therefore have been tendered to the Commander in chief, for the relief of poor Debtors. 1. That the Debts of the Inhabitants of Scotland, may be judged according to Law; and that those who are not able to pay their debts presently, may give security to pay it in a reasonable time, at a day appointed, without any use. 2. That such as will have benefit of the Inferment upon Land, may have the Land made over to them at such a rate, as it would have yielded at such times as the money was lent upon it. 3. That the Act of pardon and Confiscation may be passed with much mercy for time past. 4. That a Proclamation be issued out, that after the said Act of Favour those that are to receive benefit thereof, may be so curbed, That if any Person contemn, or shall hereafter rise in Arms against the Power of the Commonwealth; that they may be banished the three Nations, and all their Estates to be confiscated. This Day a Declaration was extant from his Highness the LORD PROTECTOR, and his Council, concerning the management of civil Affairs, to move in the same course as heretofore. It followeth in these words. A PROCLAMATION of his HIGHNESS, with the consent of his Council, for continuing all Persons being in Office for the Execution of Public Justice at the time of the late change of Government, until his HIGHNESS' further direction. Oliver, LORD PROTECTOR of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, considering, that whereas the exercise of the chief Magistracy, and the Administration of Government within the said Commonwealth, is invested, and established in his Highness, assisted with a Council, And left thereupon the settled and ordinary course of Justice in the Commonwealth (if remedy were not provided) might receive interruption, his Highness in his care of the State, and Public Justice thereof (reserving to future consideration the reformation and redress of any abuses of Misgovernment, upon better knowledge taken thereof) is pleased, and doth hereby expressly signify, declare, and ordain, by and with the advice, and consent of his Council, who have power until the meeting of the next Parliament to make Laws and Ordinances for the peace and welfare of these Nations, where it shall be necessary, which shall be binding, and in force until Order shall be taken in Parliament concerning the same, That all persons who in the tenth day of this instant December were duly and lawfully possessed of any place of Judicature, or Office of Authority, Jurisdiction, or Government, within this Commonwealth, shall be, and shall so hold themselves continued in the said Offices and places respectively as formerly they held and enjoyed the same, and not otherwise, until his Highness' pleasure be further known; And all Commissions, Patents, and other Grants, which respect or relate unto the doing and executing of public Justice, and all proceedings of what nature soever, in Courts of common Law, or Equity, or in the Court of Admiralty, or by Commissioners of Sewers, shall stand and be in the same and like force to all intents and purposes as the same were on the said tenth day of this instant December, until further Order given by his Highness therein, And that in the mean time (for the preservation of Public Peace, and necessary proceedings in matters of Justice, and for the safety of the State, all the said Persons, of whatsoever Place, Degree or Condition, may not fail every one severally according to his respective Place, Office or Charge, to proceed in the performance and execution of all Duties thereunto belonging, as formerly appertained to them and every of them, whilst the former Government was in being. Given at Whitehall this 21 of Decemb: in the year of our Lord 1653 I made mention before of a party of the Lord Kinnowle's new Levied Regiment, routed by Captain Lisle. You are to understand that on the next day Colonel Morgan was advertised that another party of them were lodged, and intended to Garrison themselves on the North side of Angus, to prevent which, he marched towards them with some Horse and foot, but the Country being as unfaithful, as it was populous the Scots had notice of it, and three hours before his approach retreated towards the Hills. Howsoever he pursued them, and his diligence made that happy dispatch, that he took fifteen Horse. One Letter sayeth, that they were so hazarded with want and travel, that being foundered, they were not worth the finding. But the Riders escaped, amongst whom was the Lord Kinnowle himself, and his Right hand, Archibald Ramsay his Lieutenant Colonel, who if they had stayed in the Castle but two hours longer, had undoubtedly been taken. And yet for all these checks, the Highlanders do still proceed in their levying of Soldiers, and plundering the Fields wheresoever they do come. The Lowlands do make great complaint of it, as they have reason so to do, seeing by a wild and sad metathesis their Cattle, and all their movables (the pulses of their hearts only excepted) to be translated into the Highlands. And yet both their eyes, and their hearts do follow them thither, as may appear by their daily complaints to our Commander in chief, not so much (sayeth my Letter) for any love to the English cause, as to make provision for themselves, by having the Goods they have lost recovered, and those which they have left secured. There is a report that three hundred and three and thirty Barrels of powder have been discovered about this City, in several Storehouses, whose they were, or from whence they came, cannot yet be learned, which gives to many (and those not the least) a great occasion of suspicion. The three lusty Frigates, the Assurance Frigate, the Newcastle Frigate, and the Marigold Frigate being gone from Yernmuth Road to the Downs, to increase the number of our Fleet, for the guarding of the Seas. The Expedition hath since followed them from Harwich, and so have also the Convertine Frigate, and the Centurion, and the Middleborough (a Man of War taken from the Dutch) The Advice, the constant Warwick, the Recovery, and the Advantage Frigates are following after. The George, the James, the Lyon, and the Triumph are setting forth from Chattam. And so is the Resolution, but this last not so quickly as was expected. It is advertised from Scotland, that the Highlanders newly levied and those who were in Arms before, are all marched Northwards, to receive monies, Arms, and Ammunition, which (it is told them) is sent from their King, and from the States of Holland. Those who stay behind are Quartered in those Parishes among the Lowlands, which are nearest to the Hills. The Lord Kenmore doth resolve (as it is informed) to raise Men, Horses, and money, on this side of Edinburgh, and to make some Inroads into the Borders of England. Twenty Horsemen well mounted, and armed with pistols, and swords did very lately ride through Durham, & took up their Quarter at Plebees, where the dumb Prophet is still alive. It seems by this that they hold a correspondence with some in England, and that the Design is greater than represented. There was with them a Colonel, who was heretofore a Commander in the Parliament's party. We have lately taken one Captain Stewart raising Forces for his King, and Major Moreland, who was heretofore a Prisoner of War. The Highlanders do boast that fifteen hundred Volunteers, most of them Irish, are landed with more Arms, and Ammunition, and that Colonel Diamond hath bought a Dispatch from their King. The Highlanders' party begin to be very hold on this side Edinburgh. The Post boy coming from thence to London, was surprised by them, and his Horse, money, and Letters taken from him, so that it will be uncertain sending Letters without a Convoy. The young Marquis of Huntley is dead of a consumption, his two Elder Brothers perished in the late War unmarried, so that if he hath no children by marriage himself, that Family, which is the greatest In Scotland is extinguished. The Estate doth come to the Marquis of Argyle. It is advertised, that the General Monk was with a Fleet of about 35 Sail lately at Stoaks Bay, some Prizes were then brought in laden with Linen and other Commodities. The Dutch are very busy in the West, so that it is very hard to pass by the Land's end without a Convoy. There is a ship taken by them laden with Malts, Beaver skins, and other Commodities. This day came forth the Ordinance for the continuation of the Excise, which is to be managed and carried on by such good ways and means as may be most for the ease of the people, and advantage of the Commonwealth. It was this day advertised, that the titular King of Scotland was coming down to Cleave, and that he was invited by the Duke of Brandenburg into his territories which are the furthest parts of Germany, whither he will move it is yet uncertain. Prince Rupert hath been often heard to lament, that he ever engaged himself in the late unnatural war in England, wherein so many misfortunes and such ill will attended him. There were some Ministers this last week under custody, and examined before the Council for preaching against the present Government, but promising more care for the future, they were discharged. The resolution of the Highlanders to invade the North of England, and divers Horse gone out of England to them. Their great boast of a Letter of Encouragement from their King, and great sums of money, Arms, and Ammunition landed: Two parties of them taken by our Forces, with a list of their Names. A great design against this City suspected, and the reasons of it. Several Prizes taken, and the last News from General Monk, and our Fleet at Sea.

The Weekly Intelligencer, Issue 147#3

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The Articles, Oath, and Instrument, signed by his Highness the Lord Protector Cromwell, for the governing of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland; With the manner and frame how the Laws are to be constituted, Religion settled, the Ministry maintained, the peace of the Nations preserved, the liberties of the people defended, and the Grievances of the Poor and Oppressed, relieved and redressed. With a List of the Names of the great Council of England, and his Highness's Speech, and Proclamation, agreed upon on Wednesday last. The coming of his Highness into the City yesterday; and the great Transaction of important businesses at Grocer's Hall. The proceedings of the Navies at Sea; and the landing of col. Wogan, and divers others, from the K. of Scots, in Lancashire. The sending of Arms and Ammunition to the Highlanders; and a famous Victory obtained by the Lowlanders. From Friday the 16 of Decemb., to Friday the 23 of December.. 1653. As Malice drinketh for the most part her own poison, so Envy sayeth Aristotle, hurteth more the envious itself, than the thing that it envieth. Like as the slothful in war, or Darnel amongst Wheat, so is the envious in a City: not so sad for his own miseries and calamities, as he lamenteth the hap and felicity of others. Wherefore the Philosopher Socrates calleth the Enemy serrom anima, the Sow of the soul, for that it cutteth the heart of the envious to see the prosperity of others. For as it is a grief to good and virtuous men to see evil men rule: so contrarily to the evil most harm is to see good men thrive. Therefore, the first disturber of Commonwealths, and last destroyer of good States, the beginner of all sorrows, the end of all joys: the cause of all evil, and the only let of all goodness, is envy. How prospered Greece? Had flourished Rome? How quiet was the whole world, before a envy began to practise with malice, two Daughters of tyranny, never seen, but hidden in the hearts of flatterers? Then, I say, Greece was glorious, Rome was famous, their names were honoured, their prowess feared, their policy commended, their knowledge extolled, their fame spread over all the whole world: but when envy began to sojourn in Greece, and malice to build her Power in Rome; these sisters (like two Monsters, or two grim Gorgons) oppressed Castles, destroyed Countries, subdued Kingdoms, depopulated Cities: in fine, triumphed over all Greece and Italy. And many there are in this our Age, who placing their delights in things approximate to Sense and Reason, against those who have outstripped them in Honour and Dignity, are possessed with impetuous malice against those new Constitutions they now breathe under, and fain would involve these Nations of England, Scotland, and Ireland, into a most deplorable, and inextricable Labyrinth. But I shall centre no longer (at present) upon the Bird-witted Ideas of our Times; but desire (rather) that they would confide and render that honour and obedience, to whom (under God) it now belongs unto: And so proceed to the Effects and Cause of this great Change and Revolution, VIZ. The Parliament having upon their Dissolution delivered up the power which they received from his Excellency at their first sitting, by a Writing under their hands and seal, his Excellency thereupon called a Council of Officers, and advised how this great Burden of governing England, Scotland, and Ireland, with the Armies therein, and Navy at sea should be born, and by whom; who after several days seeking of God and advising them, It was resolved that a Council of godly able and discreet persons should be named, consisting of 21. And that his Excellency should be chosen Lord Protector of the three Nations, which was accordingly solemnized of Friday last, in manner and form as followeth: His Excellency about one of the clock in the afternoon went from Whitehall to Westminster, to the Chancery court, attended by the Lords commissioners of the great Seal of England, Barons of the Exchequer, and Judges in their Robes; after them, the council of the commonwealth, the Lord Mayor, Aldermen, and Recorder of the city of London, in their scarlet Gowns: then came his Excellency attended with many of the chief Officers of the Army, and a chair of State being set in the said court of chancery, his Excellency stood on the left hand thereof uncovered, till a large Writing in parchment, in the nature of an Oath, was read; there being the power with which his Excellency was invested, and how his Excellency is to govern the three Nations; which his Excellency accepted of, and subscribed in the face of the court; and immediately hereupon sate down covered in the said chair, the Lord commissioners and every one standing bare. After which, they presented Him with the great Seal, the city Sword, and cap of Maintenance, which were returned to them again. The court then rose, and his Excellency returned to Whitehall, the Lord Mayor uncovered, carrying the Sword before the Protector all the way. Being come to Whitehall, a Sermon was made by one M. Lockier (Chaplain to the protector. Thus, after a stately solemnization, the fame thereof soon echoed forth with great acclamations of joy both from the soldiery, and others; the Bells ringing, the Muskets rattling, and the Canons roaring. From Scotland thus: The Highlanders again play Rex upon the Lowlanders, and descend down in several places, like so many billows into the Ocean sea, where they swallow justice, as an Ox doth water, taking no remorse nor pity upon poor souls; but committing sundry and unparalleled outrages. The Lord Major and Aldermen being returned from this great solemnization, in pursuance thereof, this day went in their scarlet Gowns, to meet the Herald of Arms, and to proclaim the Lord Protector, which was accordingly done by 12 Trumpets both in Cheapside, and at the Royal Exchange, where the ensuing Proclamation was publicly read, to the end, that all men may conform and submit themselves to this present Government. Whereas the late Parliament dissolving themselves, and resigning their powers and Authorities, The Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, Ireland, by a Lord Protector, and successive Triennial Parliaments, is now established; And whereas O. Cromwell Capt. General of all the forces of this Commonwealth is declared Lord Protector of the said Nations, and hath accepted thereof: We have therefore thought it necessary (as we hereby do) to make publication of the premises, and strictly to charge and command all, and every person or persons, of what quality and condition soever, in any of the said three Nations, to take notice hereof, and to conform and submit themselves to the Government so established. And all Sheriffs, Majors, Bailiffs, and other public Ministers, and Officers, whom this may concern, are required to cause this Proclamation to be forthwith published in their respective counties, cities, corporations, and Market towns; to the end none may have cause to pretend ignorance on this behalf. Given at Whitehall this 16 day of December, 1653. Having already communicated the manner of the solemnization, the next thing that presents itself to public view, is, the frame and constitution of the Government established, with the Title of the Instrument aforesaid, which is thus: ☞ The Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland. And the substance of the said Instrument, thus: 1 That the supreme Legislative power of England, Scotland, and Ireland, shall be, and reside in one single person, assisted with a Council of 13 at least, and 21 at most, and the Commons assembled in Parliament. 2 That this single person shall be called; The Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland. 3 That there be constant Triennial Parliaments, and the first to begin on the 3. of Septemb. next, 1654. and so from 3 years to 3 years. 4 That Parliaments shall be chosen by the people, and that the time of their sitting be for five months. 5 That the Parliament shall have power of making all Laws, saving some cases relating to the Guards of the commonwealth, and Matters of Religion (for which there is particular provision made in the Instrument) containing the Government. 6 That such Laws as shall be agreed on in Parliament, shall be presented to the Lord protector for his assent, which is he do not consent unto within 20 days, shall not with withstanding become a Law, and stand in full force and virtue; provided, they contain nothing contrary to the Matters expressed in the said Instrument. 7 That all Writs, process, &c. shall issue forth in the name of the Lord protector. 8 That the Ministry of the Gospel shall be maintained, and the present way of their maintenance continued, till some other way more convenient shall be found out and provided. 9 That Articles of War shall be made good. 10 That the Lord protector is to be Elective, and not Hereditary, and to be chosen by the Council, immediately upon the death of the Lord protector. SIR, On the 10 instant Cap. Lisle of col. Rich's Regiment hearing of a party of the enemy about 10 miles from his quarters, marched in the night from Montrose with a 100 Horse and Dragoons, and fell upon them by break of day near Glens, took 40 horse, 19 private soldiers, two captains of horse, one Cornet, one Quartermaster, and killed 9 or 10 or them. The next day col. Morgan having notice of a party of them in Eghil, a strong house in Angus near the hills, marched towards it; but the enemy having notice, fled away upon his approach; he pursued and took 15 horse; but the Lord Kinoule, and col. Ramsey escaped. They increase daily, and are gone Northwards to receive arms lately landed from Holland. But at their return, we took some of their Lobtails near Aberdeen. A party of Maj. Gen. Harrison's Regiment were at the heels of col. Wogan and those that came with him at Kilsyth; but they gave them the run, and got safe to the Mountains. It is supposed, that he and some others landed in Lancashire, and have commissions and Instruments from their Master Charles Stuart. All persons who are Adventurers for lands in Ireland, are desired to take notice, That the committee for claims for lands on Thursday the 12 of Jan. next coming to be a day of lottery at Grocer's Hall London, for provinces and counties; and Thursday the 19 of Jan. to be a lottery for counties for all such Adventurers who have made their choice in provinces; and after the said 19 of Jan. the said committee intend to fit three mornings in a week, viz. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, for preparing certificates for such Adventurers as have, or shall by this time draw their lots. His Highness the Lord protector has spent some time with the great Council of the Nation, about the settling of the Government, both in Church and State, the satisfying of the people, and taking off Oppressions. In Him therefore let Us confide, and render that honour, worship, and fear, which is due unto his Highness under God. The last Intelligence from Dover bringeth news, That the Royal party in the Netherlands are very high in their consultations, and with airy fancies cast some reflections upon our Commonwealth; and forsooth, in a bird-witted way, would fain usher over a flight into these three Nations, saying, that the Du. of Lorraine shall exchange his country for Ireland; the Prince of Conde to be made King of Scotland; and young Charles to be content with England alone. In the meantime, Middleton is making all the haste he can to transport from hence great store of Arms and Ammunition to the assistance of the Highlanders, who have declared for Charles Stuart; and (as they say) want nothing but arms to beat the English out of Scotland. The Earl of Atholl & Glencairn are raising divers Regiments of horse and foot, and great assistance is expected from the German Princes; but to this there is little probability; nor need we in the least fear them since the Queen of Sweden has declared for the interest of this Commonwealth; and withal has sent propositions to the States of Holland, adjuring them once more upon pain of her Royal Revenge not to infringe her Majesty's Liberties, by violating of her trade and traffic. The King of Denmark has likewise declared a great inability to a war with England; but looks with a notable sheep's eye upon the North of Scotland. As touching the cause and manner of the Dissolution of the late Parliament, I hold it needful by reason of various Reports, to give you a brief account of the business; the sum whereof take as followeth: The House being sundry times divided; the prevalent party at last began to oppose the Anabaptists, and to interwove their speeches with some bitter Invectives, saying, That they endeavoured to destroy the Ministry, as appeared by their Vote upon Saturday. In consideration whereof the Presbyterian party declared, That they could not satisfy themselves to sit any longer, and so be guilty of bringing confusion and desolation upon the Nation. 2 The Church-party urged, that the Dissenters had dealt disingenuously with the Army, in moving that the Officers should be treated with to lay down their pay, and likewise to endeavour the casting out the Bill of Assessment. To which, they answer, That as to what was urged as disingenuity to them, in endeavouring to retrench some of the Officers' pay. It was moved indeed in order to the abatement of the Tax; That in respect of their great estates already gotten, and the little pains and hazard they were now at in this time of peace, and the sore and heavy burden that was upon the people, That the chief Officers would for one year in this time of strait, serve the commonwealth freely, as they had called the Parl. to do. And concerning the motion of casting out the Bill of Assessment was upon this ground, That it was an unequal and oppressive way of Levy, which yet, least then the emergent affairs of the nation should suffer, it was waved, hoping ere another Assessment should be laid, it might be done by a pound rate, or some other more equal way of Assess, instance being given of some Towns and Counties in the Commonwealth, paying 12 and 13 s. in the pound, and others but two and three. So that the Debate growing high, divers members entered their Protest in dissatisfaction to the thing moved, and without putting it to the Question, or adjourning to any other place, the Speaker left the chair, and with divers members went hastily out of the House with them: some 30 and odd staid within, who mutually declaring, that they had professed in the presence of the Lord, that they were called of God to that place, which was the principal motive that drew them thither; and that they apprehended their said call was chiefly for promoting the interest of Jesus Christ. Beginning therefore to consider what to do, col. Goff, and Lieu. Col. White came in and entreated them earnestly to go out, pressing it often. It was as earnestly replied to them, that at their personal Request they could not; but desired them to withdraw, unless they had command to put them forth; which when they perceived, they commanded in some Musketeers; upon which they withdrew: soon after, several were sent for to come to Whitehall, where an Instrument was drawn up for resigning the power to the General, which was subscribed by many, but refused by others. This the late speaker, M. Rous, with a short preamble delivered to the General, saying, That whereas they did foresee that their waitings and expectations of ever coming on to things of public good, were utterly disappointed. This day his Highness the Lord Protector sate with the Council, which are 13 in number, in the Council chamber at Whitehall, and several things were transacted in order to a quiet and peaceable settlement of the three Nations: After which, his Highness, in a sweet speech, pressed them to act for God, and the peace and good of the Nations, and particularly recommended to them, to consider and relieve the distresses of the poor and oppressed. So that we have great cause abundantly to bless God for this new Change of Government. The Lord Protector has set forth A Proclamation, with the consent of his Council, continuing all persons being in Office, for the Execution of public Justice at the time of the late change of Government, until his Highness's pleasure be further known. Mr. Lawrence President. Major Gen. Lambert, Lord Viscount Lisle, General Disborow, Maj. Gen. Skippon. Sir Anthony-Ashley Cooper, Mr. Strickland Sir Gilb. Pickering, Sir Charles Woolsley, col. Sydenham, col. Jones, col. Montogue, Mr. Rous, Mr. Major. By an Express from the fleet it is certified, That Gen. Monck is at S. Ellin's Road with 30 sail, & has sent out his Scouts, who have brought in several prizes: the Dutch have also taken some English Merchandizes. This day his Highness the Lord Protector came into the city of London, about some things of great importance, which for want of room, I shall refer you to my next. In Whitechapel below the Church over against the Stile that goes to Stepney, in Trumpet yard, dwells L.M. Student in Mathematical Physic, who cureth the Tysick and Cough of the Lungs, the swelling of the Spleen, and deafness of the ears, pestilent Fevers, all sorts of Agues; of which cure he never failed; and hath cured many that have been thought incurable. If you enquire at the white Lion in Whitechapel; or at the Angel in Cornhill near the Royal Exchange, they will direct you to him. The History of New England, from the English planting in the year 1628. until the year, 1652. With the Names of all their Governors, Magistrates, and eminent Ministers. Printed for Nath. Brook at the Angel in Cornhill, 1654. Licensed and entered according to the late Act for Printing. London, Printed by R. WOOD, 1653.

The Faithful Scout, Issue 157

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From Monday the 20 of March, to Monday the 27. of March, 1654. Summus locus bene regitur, quum is, qui prest, Vitiis, potius, quam fi atribus dominatur. And would you have Aulicus again with Sock and Buskin enter the Stage? 'tis granted: but you require a Courtier to appear in Court language, in Scarlet and Satin Phrases, with gold and silver lace Complements; each Paragraph embroidered with many a rich Parenthesis; each Distich interwoven with ornamental Pointings. Alas! poor Aulicus! as some are mistaken to be wise; so art thou mistaken to be a rich and gallant Courtier, when thou art but a daily Orator, a poor Petitioner, having waited, at times, not much less than seven years for thy Father's sad and deplorable losses, and wert scarcely ere encouraged in thy Suits, promised redress, much less furthered by any, but his Highness, who (when he brought up the Rear of the Army, but the Van of their Virtues) at his house in Drury lane, when thou wert presented by his noble Son my Lord Richard, made an honourable mention of thy Father, to whom he seemed to be of recent memory, being pleased to honour him with the appellations of Patriot, faithful and well-deserving member in a Commonwealth; was further pleased to become instrumental to thy advancement (at Putney) when the villainy (and too modest a word) of two persons (whose Names would pollute this innocent Paper, who scarcely ever, nay once did never discourse with abused Aulicus) his Highness's noble courtesy. When Capt. General also, in the Gallery at Whitehall, he did graciously vouchsafe a reiteration of promises of redress, and thus may plead excuse for my assuming the Title of Aulicus, though I scarcely merit that of Mercurius, and my many many obligations to the illustrious family of the CROMWELLS, as to the Lord Henry, who was pleased to say, I was worthy of the best employment (though by my late imprisonment, notwithstanding my Pass) I lost that I had in Ireland, and am now destitute) and that I could in any Country command a fortune. As the Philosopher sayeth, Si ingratum dixeris, omnia dixisti. But these things, sure, would loose the tongue of the dumb to speak, the hand that was lame and impotent nimbly to write their praises; yet my losses have been so aggrandised by Salt, that it can scarcely be expected I should have any in my Writings; and now, you have heard Aulicus his Prologue, he humbly craves leave the news of the six days of the Week may be heard, and exit. Sith this day, or yester-night (and the evening and the morning were the first day) one Foulcher was carried to the Gatehouse in Westminster, upon suspicion of coining half crowns of no true allay; and of a truth, Aulicus in this is a Politicus; for he would have such persons (who usually use Oaths, as bracelets to their Speech) to be stringed like Beads, if found guilty of such an enormous Crime. From Uppsala in Sweden thus: The Treaty goes on, but slowly; yet doubtless, if the Transactions between England and Holland take effect, they will soon be quickened in new Councils; for her Maj. promiseth fair to the L. Whitlock; and hath revived her former Overtures of resigning up the Government to her Successor, and desires the liberty of retiring into privacy. The great Taxes upon the people is conceived will push them forward to some notable design, which causeth the Senators to sit very close in council. They are consulting what Answer to return to her Majesty's Proposals, for resigning up the Crown and Sceptre, to her Successor, or Lord Protector. By a Letter from Harwich it is advertised, that there is a Dutch ship of 400 Tonne, laden with Pitch, Tar, Masts, and Iron, to a great value brought in thither, taken by a private man of War. The Lord Protector and his Council have set forth an Ordinance for the continuing of Excise; and the Rates for every Barrel of Beer or Ale above 6 s. the barrel brewed by the common Brewer, or by any other person or persons who shall sell or tap out Beer or Ale publicly or privately, to be paid by the said Brewer or such other person or persons respectively is 2 s. For every Barrel of six shilling Beer of Ale, or above 4 shilling the Barrel 6 d. And so proportionably for a greater or lesser quantity of Beer or Ale above 4 s. the Barrel And no allowance to be made from henceforth for any Beer or Ale to be used in Fishing Vessels at sea, which is bought of the common Brewer or Retailer of Beer or Ale. Allum English the hundred weight, containing 112 pounds, to be paid by the maker 6 d. Copperas English, the hundred weight 6 d. English Hops, the hundred weight, to be paid by the Planter 2 s. English Saffron, for every 20 s. value, to be paid by the Planter 1 s. Tin, for every 20 s. value, to be paid by the buyer 1 s. Iron English, for every hundred weight, to be paid by the maker 1 sh. 6 d. For all Aquavitae; or strong water made or distilled within the Commonwealth whether of foreign or domestic Spirits or materials to be sold upon every gallon, to be paid by the first maker or Seller thereof respectively two pence. For every barrel of Soap made within this Commonwealth of what sort soever to be paid by the maker, and so proportionably for hard Soap or soft Soap made within the Land 4 s. For every Ounce Troy of silver or gold prepared, melted down, or disgrossed for Wyer, to be paid at the bar where the same shall be disgrossed 2 d. For every pound weight containing sixteen Ounces Averdupois, of any copper or other metal, that shall be prepared, and made fit or disgrossed, to be paid at the bar where the same shall be disgrossed one shilling. For all Linseed Oil, Whale Oil, Blubber Oil, Rape oyl, Pilchard oil, and all other oils made within this Commonwealth, upon every Tonne, to be paid by the maker six s. per Tonne, &c. The Lord Protector set forth a Declaration, inviting the People of England and Wales, to a solemn day of fasting and humiliation, and ordered that Friday the 24 instant should be set apart for the cities of London and Westminster; and the same day fortnight for all the Counties in general in England and Wales. The Causes are, first, the common notorious sins impenitently practised amongst us. Secondly, the present long drought, threatening famine and mortality. The sins taken notice of by his Highness are, Nothwithstanding the just Liberty Spiritual and Civil, God hath procured by his own people, yet want of humble walking in the virtues of Christ, or to communicate that liberty one to another. Or thankfully to acknowledge our liberty of worshipping God in holiness, want of brotherly love. Not owning one another for the grace of God more than form: Not seeking the Kingdom of Christ within us, before one without us. Listening to false Christs: Temporal Rule for Saints. A crying up of the Spirit; with a neglect of Love, and the other fruits of the Spirit: And an evil carriage towards them without: crying down Ministers that have a large seal of their Ministry, want of old Puritan self-denial; Mercy to the poor, uprightness, justice, and contending for the Faith once delivered to the Saints, as it ought to be apostatisings of many running after notions and fancies against Magistracy, Ministry, Scriptures, and Ordinances, contempt of the Gospel, and sincere Professors of it, even for the Image of Christ in them. Oaths, Drunkenness, Revellings, and all manner of licentiousness. And the impunity of these things, through neglect of the Magistracy in several parts of the Nation. The Ordinance is also passed for approbation of Ministers, and about 30 Commissioners, Ministers, and other able and godly men, who are to sit where his Highness shall appoint for that purpose. Another Ordinance for ejecting of scandalous and ignorant Ministers is under debate by the Council. This day there was no Audience, his Highness's time being solely taken up about public Affairs, which occasioned Aulicus his Poetical Petition, which is here inserted. 13000 Lost by the late King by the Author's Father. By Your Highness's most humble, faithful, and obedient Servant, AULICUS. From Dublin thus: The Lord Henry Cromwell, when he comes back to you will confuse those false Reports that were raised of us here, he having had a reception as a Prince, with 300 horse out of the City (most of them Citizens) with bonfires at night throughout the City. His Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council, have passed an Ordinance appointing Commissioners for approbation of public Preachers; and for prevention of all scandalous and popish intruders, it is ordained, That every person who shall from and after the 25 of March instant be presented, nominated, chosen, or appointed to any Benefice (formerly called Benefice with Care of Souls) or to preach any public settled Lecture in England or Wales, shall, before he be admitted into any such Benefice or Lecture, be adjudged and approved by the persons hereafter named, to be a person for the grace of God in him, his holy and unblameable Conversation, as also for his knowledge and utterance, able and fit to preach the Gospel, and that after the said 25 of March, no person, but such as shall upon such approbation be admitted, shall take any public Lecture or Benefice as aforesaid, &c. Francis Rous Esq; Dr. Tho. Goodwin, Dr. John Owen M. Thankful Owen, Dr. Arrowsmith, Dr. Tuckney, Dr. Horton, M. Joseph Caryl M. Philip Ny, M. William Carter, M. Sidrach Simpson, M. William Greenhill, M. William Strong, M. Thomas Manton, M. Samuel Slater, M. Cooper M. Marshal, M. Tombes M. Cradock, M. Faircloth, M. Hugh Peters, M. Sterrey M. Bamford M. Valentine M. Jesse M. Obad ah Sedgwick, M. Nic. Lockier M. Dyke, M. Russel M. Campfield Rob. Tichborn Alderman of London. Mark Hildesley, Thomas Wood John Sadler Wil. Goff Tho. St. Nicholas Wil. Packer, And Edw. Cresset Esquires. One thing I cannot omit, that Tuesday last the English Commissioners, and the Dutch Ambassadors, after another audience before his Highness, had a large conference, and sundry papers were read by Mr. Jesop Clerk to the Council and the Transactions of the Treaty debated by Mr. Thurloe Sec of State; upon the Result whereof, the Articles were even made ready to finish, and the Accounts of Denmark took up much time. No news, but that upon a mere invitation the City should so solemnly observe a Day of fasting and humiliation, and it is wished that the Country this day fortnight may keep it no worse: for we have great cause to bury our mouths in the dust for our notorious sins so boldly and impenitently practised among us, and to consider the Rod of God upon us, in an universal Drought for some years, and still continued, threatening famine and mortality: for, true it is, that in the North of England, and several other parts of this Nation, the Springs, River, and Brookes, are almost dry for 20 miles distant. O then consider! From Plymouth we have received intelligence, That there are Articles of High-Treason exhibited against the famous Pirate capt. Beach; who disputed the Sovereignty of the Seas in the Royal James with great Resolution: insomuch, that coming aboard the Warwick, he demanded of valiant cap. Potter the manner of performing his Articles, and said it was his promise to see him ashore in France; whereupon cap. Potter answered, That he never heard of any such Demand; but to satisfy him, proffered cap, Beach to go aboard his own ship again, and fight it out; but the captain refused it, retorting, No Sir, 'tis good sleeping in a whole skin. This day about 100 Colliers came safe into the River of Thames, and it is already ordered by many of the honest Woodmongers to sell their Coals for eight pence per bushel. Presents us with variety of strange News from the Royal stamp, to wit, First, that Gen. Middleton has sent a fiery Summons, and a flaming Declaration to the whimsy-pated Jockies, to come in to his assistance, for the service of their King, and Country: but 'tis possible, but that they may be soon stifled with the smoke of our guns. 2 That there is a great army preparing in Germany to land suddenly: but when, and where, the Lord knows. And thirdly, that their guide mickle Gentleman valiant James, second son to the late King of Great Britain, was to command in chief, &c. The truth of which we question: though many are pleased to whet their sharp appetites upon that ancient saying, That there is never no smoke, but there is some fire: and already begin to chew the Cud upon the Ordinance, this day extant, for continuing an Act for impressing of Seamen. There is also another Act this day published for continuation of an Act entitled, An Act for laying an imposition upon Coals, towards the building and maintaining ships for guarding the Seas. Col. Berry's Regiment of horse is designed to relieve the Lord Fleetwood's from the Guards at the Mews, and Roads, &c. The Declaration and Summons of General Middleton, published by sound of Trumpet in the North of Scotland, for and on behalf of Charles Stuart, Son to the late King of Great Britain. The proceedings of the English forces thereupon, and their great preparations for battle. The raising of a mighty Army beyond the Seas, and their Resolution and Design. The Proposals of the Queen of Sweden, for resigning up her Crown. And the entertaining of the Lord Henry Cromwell as a Prince. The Order of his Highness the Lord Protector touching the Navy, and impressing of Seamen, With the new Ordinance touching Coal. Finis.

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Now I come that never came before, and perhaps will never come more. I am very importunate to have free access to the public Theatre, because my Occupations are of great importance. Sirs, pray be not angry with me, I come to salute your Leathern, Vellum, & Athenian Ears, with a Hopsack full of News, and indeed I hope it will please you: if not, pray send me word to the sign of the Flying Horseshoe on Addle-hill, situate on the shoulders of him, whose Anagram is, Bad at the best, and I shall coin from the Mintage of my Muse some better for you, that may please you, if possible: but I think your vast stomachs are implacable, especially with news: It may be if I should invite you all to meet me at the public Treasury tomorrow morning, promising to give you 1000 l.a. man, then ye would run thither more nimbly than the Cripple that outstripped all the boys in the Bear-Garden, throwing aside his Crutches) when the Bear was remitted from the stake. But, sayeth Sirs, it would argue as much folly in you to expect it, as there's impossibility in me to effect it. For I am scarce able to buy every Dissenter a Hempen Collar to hold them up when their sensibility of the flourishing estate of true Religion (which I doubt will never be in my days) shall sink them into the deep Deluges of damnable Despair. But before I come to my Theme, pray give me leave to play the Logician, and make a brief Apology, as the custom is, which shall be as broad as long; yea, even four square. First, then for the words; News, it comes from nosco, to know: or rather from dico to tell, because we seldom have news till it is told Us; and you must note, it is continually attended with the moiety of the subsequent properties, viz. Either {True or False {New or Old {Good or Bad {Legal or Illegal. If it be true, 'tis contrary to falsity: if false, it varies from verity: if it be new it opposes Antiquity: if old it favours not of novelty: if it be good, it is not blemished with malignancy: if bad, its the antipode to prosperity: if lawful, it is not shackled up in the Chains of Silence: if unlawful, it must not be communicable from man to man. But lest some of your sudden Coxcombs, unsanctified Noddles or cobbling Capacities, should not be able to apprehend News in its genuine sense, I will lead you one step further into this Thesaurum auream, by affixing an example to two properties. First, true news is such, as is revealed by one, disproved by none, and confirmed by thousands. Secondly, false News is such, as is declared by one confirmed by none, and disapproved by thousands. But lest I should make too large an Exordium, and thereby seem to throw my small house out at the great Windows, I shall proceed to the News itself, viz. Upon a time going into Tower-street to drink a cup of merry Ale, in the next room to mine, I saw a zealous Stocking-seller (having a bundle of stockings by him) drawing a silk stocking on the Ablaster leg of a verian Lady; and having drawn it on, he demanded if it were fit; she answered it was too short. Why, sayeth he, it will retch into a longer fix by and by, if you please to touch it with your soft hand. I but, sayeth she, I tie my stockings above the knee. O, why there's the thing Madam, sayeth he, I doubt not but to fit it by and by with such Wares as will come on without drawing. She then, by a silent Language of smiles and glances, expressed her kind acceptance of his wares: he falls to work and while they were busy about their Occupations I took my Gentleman's stockings, and dipped them for 40 shillings, remembering that Falere ta lem non est Fraus, and left him these lines. Sir, For the redemption of your Wares, you must pay 40 s. and it is but just you should do so, because you pierced your sting with such advantage into the sort thing of your choice Paragon. Sir, pray refuse not to pay the Coin, and I will abuse you not: but if you are refractory, then I think the more you stir, my friend, the more you'll stink. I past from thence into Paul's Churchyard, and there meeting with one of my acquaintances, I asked him what news: Why, sayeth he, good news; I have found a brass farthing wrapped up in a paper, with this inscription, My whole estate. Now I thought sure Heaven smiled on me, because I should so easily purchase the estate of another. But I demanded of him how his Confidence brooked this; Conscience sayeth he, and smiled, Truly the power of money, [which ever hath precedence of Religion) hath sentenced that to remain in exile, till at Doomsday it returns to be an Evidence against me: nor could I conveniently have contained it in the small circumference of my breast, it being of so large a size: nor is it my case only, but thousands more. Oh this Devilish Pacunia! it was this that slew Hobson the Fiddler; who for Lucre's sake, screwed up his Pegs so high, that he cracked his Twatling-strings, and died of his singing Melancholy. Nay, I'll tell you more, As I passed through Ludgate, I spied the green man at London stone, shoving so fiercely against the chief Pillars of Ludgate that you would think he would have overturned it immediately. Why how now friend said I, what the Devil is this for? O sayeth he, I am newly slipped out of Newgate, being invited thither for Theft; and for Credit's sake, I dare not return, till I have penetrated the Walls of this Wardrobe, and robbed the inhabitants for money to pay my fees. 'Twas money that save Pimp H. from the Lashes of public Reproach when he was taken napping with J.W. this also cured him of the Pimp H. from the Lashes of public Reproach when he was taken napping with J.W. this also cured him of the P x, redeemed his Pillory, and saved him that he died not of a Hempen Fever, as it was decreed. 'Twas this that rent and repaired Jones's Placket: 'Twas this that erected the famous three cornered Swingle-tree, viz. Tyburn, and brings custom thither monthly. 'twas this that founded the never dying Order of Kn(ights) aves of the Post. Nay, it will even turn Post into men. 'Twas this that caused my coal-black Dog to be stolen, whose skin I adjudged to be worth three pence. 'Twas money that bit me by the shins (the curst Cur being so called that did it. 'Twas this that caused Sir T.K. to put the remainder of the candle, which he borrowed, into his Pocket, when he had sealed his Letter. 'Twas this that invited a Wooden-pated Custard-eater to descend from his horse, passing over the Water, and to catch at the shadow of his Gold chain (which he thought had been real) in the water. But it's no wonder, if he acted the sop's Fables, seeing he hath no more brains than a Goon But leaving the Power of Money, let us behold the Sovereignty of Vice, how vigorous it is in the Element of ignorance, or in the Jolt loggerhead of a Leathern-cheek Lawyer, who meeting with a Damsel in Fleet Street, ushers her to the Devil Tavern, where they sate very civilly a great while; at length a Client knocks at the door of his breast: Whose there? sayeth the Lawyer, I'm your Client sayeth he. Pray what's your name, sayeth the Lawyer? My name, sayeth he, is Lust. O pray come in Sir, says the Lawyer, you are he I have stayed so long for. Whereupon the Lawyer binds Reason as fast to the Peace, as he uses to bind his Conscience when he pleads for money, and boldly salutes his Lady thus: I have a Jewel large in the measure, and the same I fain would set within the curious hairy Treasure of thy own carnal Cabinet. Her Answer Then in it went; but ere they could finish in comes M. Constable, who redeemed them from the Devil's Paw, and guards them to the Poultrey Palace, allowing them a night's lodging there; and in the morning they were attended with great pomp and solemnity before a Justice, where I leave them. As I went along the Strand, I thought infallibly I had seen Parnassus hill; for I beheld a Virgin, or one so habited at the least, newly fallen down from the step going up to Merlin's door (by which it appears she went to know her fortune, but saw it before) she so lay that her legs pointed towards heaven, which caused me to think it was the forked top of Parnassus; and this the more willing I believed, by reason a Spring was transparent; which Spring I thought to be Helicon. Besides, the English Merlin then present, & the flocking of Virgins thither, gave me to think that Mcnas or Apollo, and the Muses had been there. She went to have her figure cast, but she cast it herself, showing the Sun, Moon and Stars, more apparently than any Artist can do. Some say there is a secret meaning in this; for, 'tis thought if the Wench had not fallen in the enterprise, but got safe up into Merlin's Closet, he would have craned her up to heaven, and have stultified and planted her next door to Perseiss, or Caput Medus, who should have been as a faithful Scout to him, who intends to ratify Repler's words, which are, That no new thing should be done in heaven without his knowledge; And for the better conveying down of intelligence, there should have been a stiff paper Trunk (cut out of the old Almanacs) fixed to the top of the Chimney, not to her hands, for then the whirling about of the primum mobil would have caused it to have gathered wind, or drawn it from the mouth of the Chimney: it should have just reached up to her sphere, so that each day when she was perpendicular she should have delivered her mind: But this Plot failed, and the poor fellow, I doubt, will procure a supernatural assistance. But passing to the next, I had scarce gone three steps, but I saw a Blade whose eyes were so fixed to the fancies at his Codpiece, that he could not cast up his eyes to Heaven; which showed him to be more Beast than Man. For the Creator. Os homini sublime dedit clumque iueri. But he was well requited presently for by the immediate descending of a Jordan upon his pate, full of hasty pudding, he was crowned and anointed for an absolute Coxcomb. The next man I met with was a friend of mine, who, after a long preamble to little purpose, tells me that he catched his honest neighbour in bed with his wife but that very morning. Ha, ha, let them laugh that wins; this is bad news for him, though not for others. At the next Fleet, my Genius conducted me into an Alley hard by Charing Cross, where Citizens are lapidable for two pence a dozen, and there my dull ears were awakened with such a Curfew, such a clear echo as Pilemel could near parallel. Whereupon I stepped into the Covent, and who should there be but a Tailor's bride standing like Diana among the Nymphs, displaying his Doctrine of Saint Dominica, and measuring out Divinity by her husband's yard, giving to every Woman a competent measure: As for men, there was none there; only the ninth part of a wan was present, for the Taylor himself was there, whose yard was common to every sister: And as for their Precepts, I have squared some of them out in this following Poem. The Poem

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The Lord Mayor, and the Recorder's Speeches to his Highness the Lord Protector at Temple bar, upon delivering unto his Highness the Sword, and his Highness' Speech again to the Lord Mayor concerning the Charter, Liberties, and Freedom of this famous city. The manner of his Highness' entertainment when he came to Grocers' Hall; a Sonnet to be sung, and other Speeches made there. A wonder seen upon the Thames, by the often flowing, and ebbing of the water. The Queen of Sweden's Letter to the King of Scots. The mustering of sixteen thousand men. The taking of a Garrison in Scotland by the Lord Seafort. A List of new Judges in England. And further probability of Peace with Holland. By Letters of this Day from Dover it was advertised, that two of our Frigates met with two Merchant's Men of France, and a man of War for their Convoy these had a dispute for the space of half an hour, and at the first the English seemed to have the worst of it, yet in the conclusion providence ordered otherwise, for the English laid the French Man of War aboard, and brought her away, she was a ship of 80 Guns, and double manned; the two Merchant men made their escape while the Men of War were in the heat of that Engagement. In our last we told you that the Lord Mayor, and Aldermen of London had invited his Highness the Lord Protector to dinner on such a Day as his Highness should appoint which Day is appointed to be on Wednesday next, commonly called Ash Wednesday, whereof more in the last page of this Intelligence. We shall in the next place give you this effect of an Order of his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council, wherein they have nominated, and appointed a new Committee for the Army, and the Names of which Committee are as followeth. John Clerk. Edward Cludd. Richard Euey. Richard Horseman. Captain Adam Banes. James Philips, Edward Gill, John Hildsley Jarvis Bennet Esquires. The Treasurers are these. John Blackwell the younger, and Richard Deane Esquires. There is also added to the Commissioners for the monthly Assessment for the County of Lincoln. Thomas Raud. William Palmar. Robert Yarbrow. Nehemiah Rawson. William Fervey. Willaim Wesbey. Esquires. And the Mayor of Lincoln for the time being. It was this Day advertised, that our Fleet is put forth to Sea, General Pen set forth first with about fifty stout Men of War, he was seconded by General Blake, with twenty gallant ships, the whole Fleet met not far from Portland, where about this time twelve month was that dreadful Fight betwixt the English, & the Dutch. It was ordered that our fleet should be divided into three Squadrons, the better to secure the Channel, and to scour the Seas; It is likely enough they may meet with the Dutch Merchants, who bound for Spain and Portugal, and the Straights are numerous, and not adventuring through the Channel, have thought it their safer course to steer round about on the backside of Ireland. It is advertised from Scotland, that Colonel Hume with sixteen more well mounted, is gone out of Berwickshire to join with the Highlanders. The Earl of Athol since his Defeat at Dunkel, hath endeavoured to raise the Countries, but hath yet but a very slender appearance. Those who were slain, and taken in the Defeat, given to the Scots were. The Laird Ballichan, Captain Hunter, Captain Robertson, Captain Mackland, Major Mercer wounded, Captain Sibbel taken, Cornet Graham taken, Six more taken, and seven killed. On our side there were two killed, and some wounded. Col: Morgan hath made a hard march into the Highlands, to find out the Enemy in this Winter season, but they fly back as he advanceth, the Winter will not yet permit to prosecute what was intended, and the Country yields no provision but what we carry with us; several stragglers have been taken. Master Hales of Lincoln's Inn is to be a Judge for that he is a man unblemished in his conversation, and so profound a Lawyer, that the Name of young Noy was put upon him twenty years since, and for this many years past there hath not been greater hopes to reform enormities in the Law, and other abuses in Courts, and Corporations, than there is now, yet it is hard matter to please all therefore some which aimed at all, falling now in despair, are pleased to utter their spleen in such language as this, viz: Now we are slaves indeed, farewell then our Laws, and Liberties, and ad placitum, our lives also, for the Soldiery will, and may as they list, and we as we see plainly that the Sword domineers, rules, and revels it, and plays reaks circularly, for it selfly dissolves, and then creates, and then dissolves again our Parliaments, ad placitum, and so recreates itself with such pastimes, it turned from, and would none of Monarchy, nor Kinghood, but Anarchy only, that so it might turn to them the better, to serve its own turn, for it did but out face them, and then face about, and so turned to both again, and Anarchy also; so we are where, and as we were, only Anarchy is added to subtract, divide, and confound us. Names, Persons, and some presentments are changed, but natures are the same; why then all this ado, except to undo all? If Kinghood was intended again, as it was pretended against, why kept we not him we had? or why have we not him we should have? and last of all, why have we him we should not have? why say others, any King at all? not rather Parliaments, or Councils of State. The Benches in Westminster Hall are now filling with able learned Judges. Those already are. Lord Chief Justice Roll, and Justice Ask for the Upper Bench. Lord Chief Justice Saint John, Justice Atkins, and Justice Hale for the Common Pleas. Baron Thorp, and Baron Nichols for the Exchequer. And five new Sergeants are made who are to make Judges to fill the Benches, (viz:) Mr: Maynard, Mr: Steel, Mr: Windham, Mr: Newdegate, and Mr: Twisden. The Lords Commissioners of the Great Seal are the same that were. My Lord Whitlock, the English Extraordinary Ambassador, is feasted at the Queen's charges, with his whole suit, which consisteth of one hundred persons, amongst whom there is four high Officers, four Pages, eight Footmen, two Trumpeters, one Doctor, two Ministers, two Coaches, and forty saddle Horses. These are highly esteemed here by the Swedes. When the Lords States of Holland shall meet again, which is to be the 10 of this instant, that is January 31. by the English account, We hope that all the other Provinces shall bring in their Resolves concerning the Ratification of the Articles, with the present Government in England. It is thought that the same shall be conform to the Resolutions of the Province of Holland (although some will say that there is yet somewhat that sticks) and some Embassy shall be sent to recover us the liberty of the Seas. We heard that the Queen of Sweden had written a Letter to Charles Stuart titular King of Scotland, at the instance of his Agent, wherein her Majesty doth excuse herself, that the present condition of her affairs doth not suffer her to give satisfaction upon his demands, intimating that she pities his misfortune. We have a confirmation of the Peace concluded between the King of Poland, and the Tartarians, and Cossacks. And it is said, that an Ambassador is come to Upsal in Swedenland from the great Duke of Muscovy, to make known that his Master is ready to declare the War to the said King of Poland, to which end he hath mustered 160000 men, he shall in all appearance move the Crown of Swedenland to declare also against him. Yesterday there arrived here 140 Seamen, which are come from England, having been Prisoners there, they have received conduct money, and shall be sent toward Amsterdam, having the most part of their Habitations there, and in the Northern parts. Something was considered of in order to M: Gen: Brown's liberty. In the Patrick of Liverpool which we lately recovered from the Brest Men of War, was one Walter Roch, who was to carry her to Brest, and he informed us that there are these ships following belonging to Brest, who do so vex us in these Seas, viz. The Royal James, with 38 guns, Richard Beach Commander. The Michael, 14 guns, James Smith. The Briget with 8 guns, William Smith. The Francis 10 guns, Meldrum. The Mall 10 guns, Covel. The Loyal James with 12 guns, James Dillon. The Saint Mary 4 guns, Richard Dillon. The Francis with 10 guns, William Durant. The - with 8 guns, Jones. The Margaret with 3 guns, Heldish. The Francis with 22 guns, Martin. The Patrick with 18 guns, Swart. The Katherine with 6 guns, Estmond. The Saint Michael with 6 guns, Peters. The Snow with 4 guns Nich: Murro. The Adventure with two guns, George Lodde. Three French men with 15. 18. 20. Three in the Stocks of 4 guns a piece. On Saturday last a party of ours fell upon the Earl of Athol's Guards, took a captain, a Lieutenant, Cornet, and 15 other Prisoners, with 20 horse, and killed 9 or 10 in all. The Ministers in all parts daily praying for Charles Stuart, and their King for which they pretend conscience. There is a very strange report here, that the Ld: of Seafort hath stormed our Fort at Lewis Island with 1400 men, and taken it, which I cannot believe in regard the Governor there was confident to defend it against thousands, yet it is certain that Seafort was preparing to attempt it, and we had no ship on those coasts. This being the Day appointed for entertaining his Highness the Lord Protector in the City of London, in the morning the streets from Grocers' hall in the Poultery to Temple Bar, were railed in on both sides the way, and the four and twenty Companies met at their several Halls, and about eleven of the clock they took their places within the said Rails, and all along the said Rails were set up a great many Flags, and streams bearing the Arms of the respective Companies, and the Rails themselves were covered with blue cloth. Then the Lord Mayor, and Aldermen (on horseback) went to meet his Highness at Temple Bar, the sword bearer carrying the Sword before him and when his Highness came the Ld: Mayor took the Sword, and presented it to his Highness, and then his Highness delivered it back again unto him, and after some other Ceremonies performed, his Highness came through the City attended in this manner, viz. First came a Marshal, and after him five Trumpets sounding, then came about sixty Gentlemen in gallant equipage, and well mounted, after them came six Trumpeters, and four heralds at Arms, next after them were carried nine white Flags, and after them the Lord Mayor's Officers, and the Clerks, Attorneys, and other Officers belonging to the City, all on foot, then came the Sheriff, and Aldermen on horseback all in their scarlet Gowns, and next before his Highness the Lord Mayor bare headed, carrying the Sword himself before him, his Highness having on a musk coloured Suit, richly embroidered with Gold, and a rich embroidered Saddle. As his Highness passed by, the People were uncovered, and his Highness as he went, continually moved his hat to the People; there followed after his Highness about three-score Colonels, and other Superior Officers in very rich habits, and after them came two rich Coaches of his Highness with six stately Horses a piece, the Postillions, and Coachmen riding bare, only with black velvet caps; after them followed thirteen other Coaches, all with six Horses apiece, in which were most of his Highness' Council, and seventeen other Coaches followed after them: The shops were shut up in Cheapside, and so to Temple bar, and the Bells rung in every steeple. When his Highness came to Grocers' Hall (which was a little after two of the clock) he was most Royally entertained, with abundance of the choicest delicates this rich and plentiful Commonwealth could afford, and were I not confined to one sheet, I could make another by adding in this place the bill of Fare, but because reading will not fill empty bellies, I shall not mention any of the Dishes, but present you in Verse what may a little satisfy your ear, and fantasy, touching so noble a Feast now it is ended. The Sonnet of entertainment being ended, his Highness took his place in the middle of the upper Table in the great Hall, and his Son the Lord Henry Cromwell on the left hand, and the Lord Mayor on the right hand; and at the Table on each side of them sat the Council, with Gen: Monck, Commissary Gen: Whaley, Col: Pride, Col: Hewsan, and other Colonels and Officers of the Army, and Music and Singing continued all Dinner while. The Dinner being ended, the Lord Mayor conducted his Highness upstairs to a rich and stately Banquet; and about six of the clock at night his Highness and his Retinue repaired again towards White Hall. We shall in the next place give you the substance of several Speeches made this day, and, First, at Temple Bar the Recorder of London made an eloquent Speech to his Highness, wherein he set forth the good affection of the chief Magistracy of the City, and this was illustrated by their readiness and forwardness to receive his Highness (as Lord Protector) into the Liberties of the said City; all which was acknowledged but their duty, &c. 2. The Lord Mayor made a short Speech at the delivering up his Sword, declaring his submission to the Authority which is invested in him and his Council, and acknowledged that he acted under the same Authority; Whereupon his Highness made a modest reply, and returned the Sword, speaking to this effect, That he had confidence his Lordship was faithful, and every way endowed with gifts befitting the place wherein he was. 3. At Grocers' Hall (where his Highness dined) the Recorder made another Speech, congratulating the happiness of this City, being sensible of the great benefits they are like to enjoy under his protection. 4. His Highness accepted of what was so freely tendered him in behalf of this famous City, and was pleased to speak very favourable of their Charter, and other things tending to the making thereof more famous and glorious. Major Gen: Harrison and his Church spent this day in prayer, &c. The post from Holland brings news, viz: That the Provinces of Zealand, Utrecht, and three other Provinces (besides Holland and Westfreisland) have had meetings by their Deputies, and they do approve of signing the Articles of the Treaty as the others do, yet Frisland is utterly against it. Many of the Watermen upon the River of Thames do affirm, that on Candlemasday last; there was 3 Floods and one Ebb in 12 hours, what it may presage the Lord knows.

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The Examination an Confession of Capt. Smith, Alderman Bunch his son, Mr. Jenkins, Mr. Cotes, Mr. Sanyer, Mr. Parker, Mr. Dutton, Mr. Lee; Mr. Archer, and Mr. Ross, before the Council at Whitehall, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday last; the listing of 30000 men for the King of Scots; and the manner how they should have murdered his Highness the Lord Protector, his Council and Officers, and have seized of the Tower, St. James's, and divers other Garrisons, and have put all to the sword that should oppose them. Likewise their bloody Oath Vow, and Covenant, the Declaration of his Highness, the sending of them to the Tower, and a List of the Lords, Knights, and Gentlemen, that had engaged for their King, with the appointing of Officers, and the choosing of four new Generals. London, Printed for G. Horton, to prevent all false Copies.. The last Post from Scotland advertiseth, that Col. Drummond is got safe to the Highlanders with Instructions from His Master their King, from whom he is sent to see in what posture they are, and whether so considerable as to protect him, in case he should come to them this Summer, the Lord of Kenmore is with a great Body at Kildrunning, proceeding with much rigour, against all those that Commonwealth. Glencarn is in Murrayland, and hath made Proclamation against the English. 1. That there shall be a safe and sure Peace between both Nations. 2. That from henceforth all hostility shall cease. 3. That all wrongs and offences suffered either by the one or the other party shall be forgotten; and neither party shall pretend anything thereupon. All actions past shall be nulled, and except those that shall be done in the British Seas after the time of 12. days, and from that Sea to the Cape of St. Vincent in the time of six weeks, and from thence in the Mediterranean Sea, as far as the line after the time of ten weeks; and at the other side of the line in the time of 8. months to be reckoned from the time of the publication of the Peace, and all Prizes taken after that time shall be restored. 4. That all the prisoners of both sides be released without ransom. 5 That both Commonwealths shall be considerate friends, to defend one another against whomsoever. 6 That neither of both shall act against the other either by Sea or Land. 7 That the States shall cause restitution to be made of all the ships and goods seized upon the English by the K. of Denmark, that are yet in being, as also a full compensation of the worth of those goods that may be sold already, and likewise that all the damages or spoil of goods shall be made good to the owners, by estimation, and when such satisfaction shall be done by the said King, then all hostility shall cease between England and Denmark. 8 That no inhabitants of either Commonwealth shall assist any Rebel of either with moneys, ships, or victuals. 9 That both Commonwealths shall assist each other at their own proper charges against their Rebels. 10 That neither shall receive those that are, or shall be declared enemies of either Commonwealth. 11 That either Commonwealth having notice by the other that some of their enemies are in its Dominions, they shall give them warning to depart upon pain of death in 28 days. 12 That the States shall not suffer any of the inhabitants of their Dominions to assist the enemies of England. 13 That the English shall not pay greater impositions than other Nations. 14 That the States' ships shall strike their Flag before the English in the British Seas. 15 That neither of the Commonwealths shall give retreat to any Pirates in any of their Ports. 16 That in case the English or the Dutch make any Treaty with any Prince, they shall therein comprehend each other reciprocally if they desire it. 17 That in case some hostility should happen between the inhabitants of both Commonwealths by one against the other that the allowance shall nevertheless hold and remain in full force, and the parties that shall be found guilty shall be punished. 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24 are touching Navigation. 25 That if one party shall cause some damages to the other there shall be no letters of Reprisal given; but if in 3 months time no satisfaction is done then the said letters may be granted. 26 That Charles Stuart and his party be excluded. 27 That no more but 8 ships of War shall be suffered to come or remain in the Ports of each other's Commonwealth at one time; and when there shall be occasion for a great number, then the consent must first be asked. 28 That the States shall do justice upon all those that shall be found alive, that have murdered the English in Amboyna. Lastly, That there shall be Commissioners established to examine the injuries or wrong done, or pretend to be done or suffered by the Inhabitants of either Commonwealth in the East-Indies, Greenland, Muscovey, Brazil, or other places. And if the Commissioners cannot agree thereupon within the time of three months. Then the aforesaid differences to be referred to the judgement of the Protestant Switzers. These Articles are fully ratified and confirmed by all the 7 Provinces, and the States have sent a Messenger with Plenipotentiary and full power and instructions to the L. Beverling to conclude and join in a confirmation of the whole with his Highness the Lord Protector, and accordingly his Excellency had audience on Wednesday night last, where, in an excellent speech, he declared the reality of the Intentions of his high and mighty Masters to a perfect and complete Agreement. From France our POST bringeth us intelligence that the Duke of York is recovered of his sickness; and that his brother Charles is very active; but alas! poor , to little purpose: the stream runs current, who dares interpose? for my part I dare not, neither will I: therefore, God speed the Plough. And the Lord protect Us: A glorious, peaceable, and happy Government, who questions, but that we shall enjoy under his Highness: For, observe the Dream of Mr. Jenkins in Windsor Castle, on Tuesday night last, to wit, That God will stain the pride of all glory, and bring down the mighty Ones on Earth. His Highness the Lord Protector has appointed certain days every week to receive Reports from the Masters of Requests of Petitions presented to them, and to give Answers. The Highlanders grow numerous in Scotland; and the Tories are too potent in Ireland. They have had several Rendezvous; and sundry time made incursions upon the Lowlanders. But care is taken to prevent the like for the future, if we can. The King of Scots has sent Letters to them, promising aid and assistance. But alas! fair words butter no Parsnips. The English fleet rides still about St. Hellen's Point; but the Dutch are not yet forth. There has been a great shipwreck upon the Coast of France, and divers men drowned. The English fleet from the Straits, Spain, Portugal, and Biscain, are also come safe into the River of Thames, and several Dutch Prizes also. Ten more are expected every Tide. The last Post from France advertiseth, that King Lewis and his Council have agreed to send an Ambassador Extraordinary unto his Highness the Lord Protector. On Tuesday last, being the 13 of this instant Feb. a company of Gentlemen at Mr. Amps at the Ship-Tavern in the Old-Bailey, and being drinking two pair of stairs high, and having called for as much Sack as come to eight shillings and six pence, before they had put a period to their quaffing Glasses, in came Lieu. Colonel Woosley, and divers other Officers and Soldiers (having notice of their Design and Meeting by one of the four appointed to receive instructions from the King of Scots) with their Swords and Pistols cocked, and went immediately up stairs, where they demanded the Names of the Persons, their Residence, and their present business; which they answered: But it being not satisfactory: the Officers told them, they had an Order from his Highness to apprehend, and commit them to custody, during the pleasure of his Highness: Whereupon the Drawers were all called up, and examined, Whether knew not one face there, except M. Dutton's. Whereupon they secured them all, and conducted them to James's; upon the Ordinance for Treason, for contriving and conspiring against his Highness the Lord Protector. And withal, took away Mr. Amps the Master of the house; but upon examination, he was acquitted. And upon Thursday last they were all brought to their Trial before the Council at Whitehall, where some of them confessed, and laid open the whole Design: the manner whereof was as followeth: 1 That an Oath of Secrecy should be given to all to whom it should be revealed, which accordingly was done; and none was made privy to anything of it, before he first took the Oath. 2 That the design should be carried on in the management thereof, by such as should be faithful friends to their King. 3 That so many persons should be engaged for Officers to an Army, as should undertake for the private listing of 30000 men to be ready to rise at a time appointed. 4 That at the said time wherein they should so rise, that they should fall on to act what was designed in all the several Counties, and parts of England at once. 5 That one party should fall at that time the Lord Protector, to murder him and his Life-guard, and those Officers and others that should be about him: And they had two days debate, whether they should fall upon his Highness at that time when he dined in the city of London, and murder him, and those him with then; but it was resolved in the Negative, because Ch. Stuart was not in England, nor their forces ready in other parts of England. 6 That at the same time another party should have seized on the Council at Whitehall, and have murdered them and their Attendants. 7 That the Garrison at James's should also be the same time seized on, and the soldiers surprised in their quarters there, and at Whitehall, and all put to the sword that opposed. 8 That a strong party should at the same time seize upon the Lieutenant of the Tower, the soldier, take possession, and let out the prisoners. 9 That at this time their King should be ready private in a place of the city of London, and be brought forth, and presently crowned, and proclaimed King, and have the Government put into their hands by them, and all that should oppose, to die without mercy. 10 That at the same time parties should seize upon all the several Guards and Garrisons in England. 11 That Proclamations should have been sent out to all parts of England, that Ch. Stuart was crowned King, and received into the city, offering pardon unto all that would come in, and comply with them. M. Dutton, M. Punch, Captain Smith, M.Lee, M. Jenkins, M. Ross, M. Sawyer, M. Cotes, M. Archer, M. Middleton, M. Parker, M. Watkins, Since which time, divers are apprehended, by Warrant from the Lord Mayor, and committed to Newgate. From Holland it is further certified, that the United Provinces have brought in their Ratification to the Articles for Peace, and that they have both signed and sealed in general; and are preparing of an Ambassador to be sent unto his Highness the Lord Protector, for the confirming thereof: It is said the Lord Updam is the man elected: But of this, more in my next. Whereas you saw yourself standing upon stone steps in London, it signifies the firmness thereof. And whereas you saw a Coach with a Woman in it all clothed in scarlet passing by, signifies a bloody enemy that will suddenly vanish away and be consumed. And whereas you saw six youths all in blue, they signify Charles his Wain, and their Voice which said; Behold, take notice of the Moon, signifies the Comet or Blazing Star, which Star signified the dissolution of the late power. And whereas you saw a signpost with the sign of the Moon to it, and of the spot of blood that appeared upon it, and overspread both it and the sky; by the sign of the Moon is signified the multiplicity of Divisions. And whereas you saw a man sitting by the picture of the Moon with the light like a candle in his hand, and another man coming to him with a candle unlighted, signifies the issuing forth Commissions by an eminent Commander for aid and assistance. And whereas you saw a Chariot with milk-white horses coming out of a Court, and the Chariot of fire, signifies a violent interest to be set up, so that all will in that day be forced to shut up their shop windows and doors for fear, so that he which is without doors shall not find a place wherein to hide his head, but the violating of Tyranny restores us to our former pristine liberty. Then said I, whereas you saw yourself in a field newly sown with Wheat; that signifies a new Government to be established in Britain, that is, the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, more glorious than ever was upon earth. And whereas you saw a company of milk Doves upon that field, all in a round Ring, or circle: The Ring, or Circle, signifies the endless, everlasting, and everstanding Court that shall be established. And the company of milk white Doves signifies the spotless Saints that have continued faithful to his Highness. Therefore they and their seed shall triumph gloriously for ever. And whereas you saw one Dove alone in the middle of the Ring, or Circle, which did shine like the Sun in brightness; by that Dove is signified his Highness, who in due time will shine like the Sun over all the earth, to answer the expectation of all Nations, and fulfil the promise of our Lord Jesus. The King of Scots is now going for Germany: from whence our Scout bringeth intelligence, that the Emperor is coming down by land against the Hollander, requiring restitution for several injuries by them committed. Ma. Gen. Middleton is gone for the North of Scotland with about two hundred Cavaliers, he was transported by 7 ships from Holland, and carried some Arms and Ammunition. Ha, ha, ha! I smell a Rat: pick Dutch spregne out of that. 1. For the Western Circuit, The Lord Chief Justice Roll, and Mr. Sergeant Glyn. 2 For Berks, Oxford, &c. Lord Chief Justice St. John, and Mr. Justice Atkins 3 For Sussex, Kent, &c. Mr. Justice Ask, and Mr. Sergeant Newdigate. 4 For the Midland Circuit, Mr. Baron Thorp, and Mr Sergeant Peapis. 5 For Bucks, &c. Mr. Baron Nicholas, and Mr. Sergeant Conyers. 6 For the Northern Circuit, Mr. Justice Hayle, and Mr. Sergeant Windham. 1 For Hampshire: Monday 27 Febr. at the Castle at Winchester. 2 Wiltshire, Wednesday 1 March at New Sarum, 3 Dorsetshire Munday 6 March at Dorchester. 4 Somersetshire, Wednes. 8 March at Chard. City of Exeter, 13 March. Devonshire the same day, at the Gaol Garden near the City of Exeter. Cornwall, 20 March at Launceston. For Berkshire, 28 Febr. At Redding. Oxfordsh. 3 March at Oxford, Gloucestershire, 8 March at Gloucester &c. Staffordshire 24 March at Stafford, 25 at Lichfield. Worcestersh. 29 March at Worcester, &c. Maj. Gen. Massey, Maj. Gen. Middleton, Alderman Bunch, The Lord Byron, The Lord of Loughoorow. The Lord Hume. The Lord Owen, Sir Thomas Sands. Sir Thomas Armstrong, Sir John Wats, Col. Lowlis, Col. Lowlis, Sir Gabriel Douglas, Sir Wil. Williams, Col. Smartford, Col. Middleton, Col. Wekch. Cap. Lisleboord. Cap. Man, Cap. Jenkins, Cap. Trenchmore, M. Bradling, M. Jacobs, M. Winterton, M. Coney, And divers other Lords, Knights, Gentlemen are said to have been Actors in this bloody Tragedy, if divine Providence had not prevented it. His Highness the Lord Protector and his honourable Council have set forth an Ordinance of explanation touching Treasons; a Copy whereof followeth: Whereas by an Ordinance, entitled, An Ordinance declaring that the offences therein mentioned, and no other, shall be adjudged high treason within the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, it is amongst other things ordained and established, that no matter, fact, crime, or offence whatsoever, other than such as are therein mentioned and expressed, should be deemed, taken, or adjudged to be high-treason; And whereas some doubts and question may arise, whether that clause in the said Ordinance doth not extend to the offences mentioned in the Instrument, entitled, The Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and which are thereby declared to be high Treason; For clearing thereof, and removing all scruples thereupon, his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice of his Council, doth declare and ordain, that neither the said Ordinance, nor any clause or thing therein contained, shall extend or be construed, adjudged or taken to extend unto all or any the offences declared by the said Instrument to be high treason, but that all and every the said Offences are hereby adjudged to be high-treason, and that all and every the Offenders shall suffer the penalties of High-treason, the said Ordinance, or anything therein contained to the contrary, in any wise notwithstanding. Hen. Scobel, Clerk of the Council.

The Weekly Post, Issue 165

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Part of the Army is at Glasgow, seeing to the safety of those parts, where they are in good condition. Intelligence from that place faith, That notice was given where Sir Arthur Forbes (he that was lately routed with his Party) lay at a small Cottage, sore of his wounds that he had received. A party of horse was sent thereupon to seize him; but he quitted that place about 2 days before, and the Country are so false to us, that they will give no direction which way to follow upon any such occasion Those Scots that will not rise with the Highlanders are plundered by them; the Highlanders lay Contributions upon them, which bring them very low, because they pay likewise toward the maintenance of our English Army. We hear of Supplies coming out of England, as the Regiments if Horse belonging to Major General Lambert, and Commissary-gen. Whalley and the Regiment of Foot belonging to Sir William Constable, they being already on their march; by whose assistance we doubt not but to send this plundering Crew back again to the Highlands, where they will not be able to subsist in a Body, all their dependence being upon Charles Stuart, and his endeavours with the Dutch for money and Arms. But if a Peace be with Holland (as we hear it is in a faint way) the first news of it will quite take away their hearts, and make them of their own accord retire to their several Habitations, without ever drawing of a Sword against them. So great a destruction hath already been brought upon Scotland by these Robbers, that a few months longer continuance of spoil and disorder, would bring them into the same condition with the Irish, who have been by Famine forced to eat the Corpses of their deceased Friends, after divers days interment. And yet these are not much to be pitied by us, because of their implacable enmity, who will rather suffer themselves to be undone by the Enemy, rather than give notice to our Garrisons, when any of the Highlanders come amongst them, or pass through their Country; accounting and calling it Treachery to be any way instrumental in the surprising of those that would destroy them. There is a Talk among them, as if the Highlanders had some Arms and Ammunition landed in the Northern parts. By Letters from Madrid of the 16 of December, 1653. Their Majesties are here in perfect health: Two days hence they go again to Escurial, to be present at some Church service performed yearly in commemoration of the deceased Princes belonging to the House of Austria. There is to be seen in this City a copy of a Letter in Print sent from the Jesuits in Armenia to those in this City; wherein they express a very strange thing happened in that Country, which is thus briefly; There being about Five months since many Turks and Moors met together at a Town called Medinatalvi, (but commonly known by the name of Mecha) in the Mosque or Chapel where the body of their false Prophet hath lain many Years. On a sudden, about Ten of the clock in the forenoon, this Iron Chest (which for many years hath been suspended in the roof of that house, by virtue of the Loadstone fastened there) did fall to the ground, which immediately opened and swallowed up both the Chest, and what was therein; the ground remaining open about one quarter of an hour, and in that space came forth of that Abyss a great flame, and smoke, which rendered a great stench, and so the Spectators fell on the ground, being struck with deadly fear at so dreadful a spectacle, and some of them are since become Christians, leaving their superstitious service. At the desire of the Earl of Cleveland now Prisoner in the Tower, I do hereby give notice to all persons allied in Blood or Acquaintance to the said Earl. That his Lordship hath lately been informed of a certain Impostor or Cheat, who under the cloak of Friendship and pretence of serving his Lordship, hath made very unworthy Addresses to divers persons of quality in the said Earl's behalf to borrow Money for his Relief, and to supply his occasions in the Tower; and hath counterfeited the said Earl's Hand and Seal for such lewd purposes: And because a Vizard is proper for such Practitioners, he goeth sometimes under the mane of Buck, sometimes Braithwaight, and Butler; and that he hath by this means obtained several sums of money from several Persons who are deluded by this knavery, and although the Lieutenant (at the desire of the said Earl) hath granted many Warrants for the apprehending of this person, yet it hath hitherto been his Fortune to escape. The Earl of Cleveland desires this may be publicly known, that this Villain's proceedings may be prevented for the future, and also that it may be believed, that when the said Earl hath any occasion to use money, it hath been his custom always to use such honourable means of procurements as are suitable with his degree and honour. The like abuse hath been offered by the same person to the Lord Grandison also, a prisoner in the Tower, which is likewise desired to be made known. This Messenger I send to know assuredly whether the Count Almarantius be slain, or only a Captive. And this I must needs know, for it imports much in his Lady's behalf. Again, whether or no there be not among the Captives one Don William Puitavilla and Luis Bricula, Captains; and if any of them be grievously wounded, there shall come from us a Coach to fetch them; yea and if any Commander's corpse be with you, I desire that they be honourably sent us. And I do hope for civility and charity's sake, you will decently inter the dead; and if need be, let this man know and inform himself and you of each of them whom notice ought to be taken. Forasmuch as it is apparent, that (notwithstanding my Proclamation of September 27. Last) many serviceable horses daily go to the enemy, to the great disservice of the Peace of this Nation, which could not be without too much connivance of the Owners or Possessors; These are therefore strictly to require all manner of persons who now are, or hereafter shall be possessed of any serviceable horses or mares, exceeding the value of 5l. sterling, to bring in the same within 48 hours next after publication hereof, unto the next adjacent Garrison or Quarters of our Army, under the penalty not only of forfeiting treble the value of such horses and mares as shall not be brought in; the one moiety thereof to the use of the State, and the other moiety to the party informing; but also be deemed as an open enemy, and dealt with accordingly; which horses and mares so brought in, shall nevertheless be at the owner's choice either to have meet satisfaction for them, as they shall be reasonably worth, or keep them within the said Garrisons or Quarters of our Army; and the respective Sheriffs and their Deputies within their Sheriffdoms, are hereby required, to cause these presents solemnly to be proclaimed and published according to accustomed manner of publishing Proclamations. And afterwards (that none may pretend ignorance) to cause to be distributed to the several Presbyteries within their said Sheriffdoms, a competent number hereof. Given under my hand and Seal at Dalkeith R.LILBURN We hear by a By a Barque come from Bretaigne in France, that one of our Frigates having met with a Dutch Pickeroon near Ushant, gave him chase, and followed him so close, that he forced him to run aground on the other side of the Bay of Carmaret, and by reason of his shooting hard at him made the Country come down to the waterside. It happened that some shot did make execution of the shore, there being four killed and wounded; yet because of night approaching, and the Country being alarmed thereby, could not fetch her off: but ours put to Sea again, to clear from the Rocks, because it was dark. The Prince of Conde is quite given over here by the Court-party, as desperate, and they suppose he is not to be brought back again by any tolerable means of accommodation. There was a suspicion among the Spaniards, as if he had intended to have made his peace with the Court of France, and it was given out that a Treaty for that end was actually on foot which did the Prince a great deal of wrong among the Spanish party, upon whom is all his dependence: But now it appears no such matter, only it was raised here out of policy. And he is since gone to Brussels, to the Arch-Duke Leopold, partly to take the air there, and perfect his recovery from his late dangerous Ague, but principally to give assurances of his resolution against the Court of France, and against all the Mazarin party; and thereupon to procure monies and recruits, that he may be in some good equipage at Spring, to infest this Kingdom. Just such another story was raised of his Brother, the Prince of Conti, as if he had had an intention to come to Court, and not only so, but with an intention to marry one of the Cardinal's Nieces; which it is believed he scorns to do. The Courtiers (however) say, that he will shortly be here. There have of late been very strong solicitations used, to move his Majesty's Uncle, the Duke of Orleans, to come again to Court; but hitherto he waives the business, and will by no means give consent to it, but pleads excuses still in his wonted way, which are here but ill resented; and he knows that very well, which makes him keep at a distance, rather than trust himself in the Cardinal's clutches, knowing that he shall become a either a sacrifice to violence, or Treachery. Therefore he is so much Italian by the mother, as not to trust an offended enemy. The truth is, if the Cardinal could but get him to Court, it would exceedingly advantage his affairs, because as the King's Uncle he hath a great influence upon the hearts of the people, who pay a reverence to his blood: But it will not be, and there is somewhat more than ordinary that holds up the Duke's humour, or else he useth not to be so hardy. It is to many men a presage, that some strange turn of affairs is yet to be expected, for the heaving out of the Cardinal. This is certain; if the Princes ever make up a considerable party again within the bowels of France, the people will turn to them, most of the good Towns will stand for them, and if ever they approach this City the Inhabitants will be as high for them as ever, and stick the more surely to them, because they are deceived in all their expectations of those golden days, that they thought to have seen again upon the return of the Court; who have dealt so impoliticly and tyrannically with the poor people here, and in all parts of France, since the composing of the last tumults, that they will never have any hope or confidence in them any more. The Court have been long a drawing up a Declaration against the Prince of Conde, but as yet they think not fit to make it public. They have of late had good success against the Spaniard in Catalonia. The Cardinal De Retz continues still in prison, and no hope there is as yet of his release. since my last here have been several Treasons discovered in these parts, and amongst the rest, one remarkable piece of Treason to have been executed against one of the chiefest Frontier Towns of this Country, which the Traitors had agreed to betray and deliver into the hands of the French for a good sum of money. The design of their treachery was laid after this manner; In the Town of Armentiers, situated upon th River Lisle in Flanders, about three leagues from Lisle and Bassee, and not far from Bethune, there was amongst other Troops, a Regiment of Irish for their Garrison, The Irish knowing that there were some of their own Nation in the French Garrisons, of Bassee and Bethune aforesaid; some of them running away discontented from Armentiers, went and joined with those of the Garrisons of the said place, and on the other side some of the French Garrisons left their own and came over to the Spaniards in Armentiers, and there listed themselves, speaking very ill of the French Officers. At last these runnagadoes broached a design together to deliver the Town of Armentiers into the hands of the Duke of Elbeuf, who was the Buyer, and they the Sellers; the Duke was to have taken possession of one of the Gates when they were upon the Guard, who were to let him in with four or five thousand men which he had in readiness at a Village called Bevery, on this side of Beshune; and to this end they had appointed a night, that their design was to have been executed; but that night one of the Irish men who was of the plot, considering with himself the horrible design of putting to the sword so many innocent creatures, was troubled in his conscience about it, and went and discovered the whole design immediately to the Governor, who whilst he was a telling him the business, a Sergeant brings him word that the enemy was approached near the Town. Thereupon the Governor doubles his Guards, an puts the Town in a posture to defend itself. The Duke of Elbeuf perceiving by the signs that were made, that the design was failed, retreated to the place from whence he came. The Governor presently seized upon the Contrivers of this design, to the number of eighteen, whereof four are Captains, five other Officers, and nine Soldiers, all Irish, who will be soon rewarded according to their deserts. There is no Post come this week from England, we are still in hopes of a peace: here is a report at present that the peace is concluded between us, which we desire may prove to be true. The burning down of so many houses, and the loss of twenty ships in the Tessel upon the sixth of this month through a Hurricane, mentioned in my last, hath been since confirmed to the ruin and sorrow of a great many who were interested in them. Our Eastland Fleet, to the number of 190 Sail, was come near our own Coasts, and through the same storm that happened on the sixth aforesaid, was forced to sail back into the Sound; what losses they have sustained thereby, is not known. They write from Scotland that the Lord Kenmore, and Mac Aldore, with 6 or 700 men, are about the Lord of Grante Gracents Bounds, and Straths-pey, where they expect Seaforth's Party to join with them. Col. Morgan hath drawn out a party of horse and foot to engage them (if possible) in case they come down from the Hills. Capt. Hart lately sent a party of horse from Kelsoe into Northumberland, where they tool one Richardson, a Moss-Trooper who lay there to be a guide to some party put of England, and one John King who was a Corporal with Sir Arthur Forbes. Sir Arthur is not yet heard off: whether dead or living. Young Montross is lately joined with the Enemy, and also the Lord Charles Gourdon, only Brother to the late Earl of Huntley, and the Head of their Clan, is gone unto them. They proceed very vigorously in their new Levies. The Earl of Athole was lately with about Two or Three hundred horse, and Five hundred Foot, at Cooper in Angus, and from thence went to Meagil, and so back to the Hills. You may perceive their greatest Confidence is the Hills, who rather by cunning and Craft do shelter themselves, then to come out and fight as Men, but the Lord will find them out in his due time. This Court is now wholly taken up with discourse of the Prince of Conde, whose Condemnation hath been agitated and at length concluded in Parliament. The King would have had the Parliament the arrest of their own accord; but they pleading, it was against the custom, that any proceeding should be to condemn a Prince of the Blood without the presence of his Majesty, desired the King that he would come an sit in his great Tribunal. Whereupon, his Majesty, the 19. instant went to the Parliament, accompanied with the Dukes and Peers of France, and many other great Lords, and then sentence was passed against the said Prince, and that all his Estate should be immediately confiscated, if he come not within a Months time, and submitted to his Majesty's obedience. It is reported that the Duke of Orleans intimating a desire of marrying one of his own Daughters to the said Duke of Enguien: which Message and Request makes many men believe, that Orleans is now disposed to comply with the Court. Here is an extraordinary Courier arrived from Rome, who came within 9 days, and hath brought Letters pressing, that his Majesty of France would be pleased to hearken to a Pacification with Spain, and give way to the general Peace; wherein his Holiness hath promised to contribute his best assistance. He departs this day with the like haste for Spain, with Letters of the same nature to that King. What this may produce, time may show. It may be said of these Monarchies which is spoken of the Sea, that what it gains in one place it loseth in another, and so e contra: Just so, is Fortune ever ebbing flowing between these two mighty Monarchs, what they gain one year they lose the next, and what in one place, they lose in another, and that is the issue of their Wars, to vex themselves and all Europe to no purpose. This Town swells perpetually with Rumours. Nothing now, but that one of your Lord Protector's daughters is to be married to the Prince of Conde's son, the Duke D'Enguien; though others will have the young Gentleman to be bestowed upon one of the Duke of Orleans his Daughters. The like care they have taken here to bestow the Queen of Sweden upon the Emperor's son, who is called King of the Romans, which truly is no Tavern nor Street Talk but discourse at Court among those that would be thought serious men: and this last Match, they say, is promoted by Piemontelli, the Spanish Ambassador, in the Swedish Court. The Pope hath sent order to his Nuncio residing with this Court, to make enquiry (which he doth) what Irish Bishops and Priests are in this City, with their Names and Surnames, and how they live at present. What the occasion is, none can tell. Charles Stuart and his Followers are of an inclination to leave France. It's thought, if they remove it will be for Germany. They have been pumping with those of the Reformed Religion here in France, to try what, and whether they would or could do anything for them. His Counsellors have had a sharp quarrel among themselves, Ned Hide, who is called Chancellor of the Duchy or Exchequer (but which I cannot well remember) having been accused of Treason by the Lord Gerard. There hath been somewhat to do among them about it, to no purpose. Divers Protestants of great and eminent quality having been at the Church at Charenton, were returning back hither by water, and the boat breaking in two, many were drowned, among them the Son of the Chancellor of Poland, both the Sons of the Marquis de Clerainbout. There were ain all 60 persons, most of them lost. The Peace between the two Commonwealths of England and Holland is taken for granted here, and concluded on all hands. Several Letters are come hither from Holland, which confirm it. And Bereel the Dutch Ambassador, who resides with this Court, declares that he hath Letters from his Country of the 14 instant, stilo novo, which assure him of it. Which is an alarm here to your enemies at the English Court We are here very apt to believe a peace, because it is a thing exceedingly desired all over these Lands: And there is the more hope, because all things are very still and calm, both at Sea and Land: And we have added to all our conceits the like out of England, by the way of Flanders; from whence Letters say, that there was not much difference between the Council at their parting. Some things have been communicated from them to the States General, which take up a great part of their time in consultation, but nothing can be certainly known yet of the event, because it depends upon their Lordship's present Resolution: But we guess things may go well, because men are not high in discourse (as formerly) against England besides, we observe little talk of a War, or of a desire to it. Thus we live by our Guesses. The Princes about us are loath to see two such formidable Commonwealths in so near a Conjunction; especially now that England, Scotland, and Ireland are united under one Head, and that a wise and an active one too; and therefore they bid high, in hope to keep open the breach; of whole fears and jealousies the States here will be able to make many an advantageous use, and wind them up to their own Conditions, as they shall see cause. The French Ambassador, by his diligence, shows that he hath little else to do here in this Embassy, but to hinder peace if he can. You have formerly heard of his large offers and promises. What to think we know not; but it cannot be long ere the mists be over. If War go on the Governors here are in no great forwardness of shipping; besides, guns is a great commodity wanting. The late fire in the Bemster hath proved a cooler, and occasioned a great loss, besides the Merchant-men lost at the same time in the Texel. It was a most violent storm; and the fire took first from a Mill used in making Oil. When the wind was high, the Owner of the Mill used all possible means to stop it, but could not, the wind was so strong; and so the stone whirling around with extraordinary swiftness, contracted such heat, that at length the Mill fired, and the storm conveyed fire thence to the houses. Since this War, these Provinces have had invaluable losses, one way or other. The Lorainers seemed to come on again, but have not visited the Frontiers. We expect the coming home of the East-land Fleet from the Sound. The Supplies are safely and timely arrived here, for the encouragement of our Forces in this Nation, where affairs look with no pleasant face, by reason of the great devastations, spoils, and devourings, made by the Highland Locusts, who have been swarming and pilfering up and down in all parts. And now they are very active in their Levies. Doubtless, the enemy have been fed and heightened with more than ordinary hopes and promises; and so mat be more considerable than is believed, as to matter of resolution; but how to accomplish anything of moment, as yet is not seen: but great men do still flock to them. As this week, the Commander in chief hath received an account of the flying out of young Montross, and Charles Lord Gourdon, only brother to the late Marquis of Huntley, and Chief of that Clan, who are gone in to the enemy. Here is news come this day, that a Letter came to Edinburgh, from Aberdene, importing the arrival of seventeen Dutch Ships in the North, with fifteen hundred Foreigners, and Arms, and two hundred horse. But we have not yet had any account of it, from any of our own people. No news from Sea, but that the Fleet is riding about Stoaks Bay. ☞ A DISCOURSE of CONSTANCY, In two Books, written in Latin by Justus Lipsius, containing many Comfortable consolations for all that are afflicted in Body or in Mind. Printed for Humphrey Moseley at the Prince's Arms in St. Paul's Churchyard.

Mercurius Politicus, Issue 188

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From Monday, April. 3. to Monday, April. 10. 1654. These several Addresses were this day presented to his Highness the Lord Protector, as followeth; To his Highness Oliver Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereunto belonging. The Recognition of the Mayor, Aldermen, and Commonalty of the ancient City of York. Whereas it hath pleased the Lord to run to and fro through the earth to show himself strong on the behalf of them whose hearts are perfect toward him, to make bare his arm, and bring salvation to a Nation not worthy to be beloved, and to break many yokes from off our heels, in accomplishment whereof, though humane power and might have been made use of, yet things have been so ordered and overruled by the Spirit in the midst of the Wheels, that we may justly say, we are not saved by Bow or by Sword, but by the Lord our God. And therefore in the first place we look upon it as our duty, to acknowledge Salvation and Blessing to him that sits upon the Throne of Heaven judging right, who hath done whatsoever it pleaseth him in Heaven and in earth, and in all the deep places. Yet when we also consider, how it seemeth good in the eyes of God to single out your Highness as the Man of his right hand, whom he hath made strong for himself, and through your vigilance, courage, and constancy, to do great and wonderful things in the midst of us, in delivering us from eminent and pressing dangers on the right hand and on the left; while we bless the Lord, our heart is also to the Governors of Israel, who have jeopardised their lives in the high places of the Field, and are daily going on to second their valiant acts by prudent Counsels, if we may enjoy the end of every just War, which is a safe and honourable Peace. Unto your Highness therefore, as once the People of Israel to their Ruler, we humbly and heartily say, Peace be to thee, and Peace be to thine helpers. If we should promise to ourselves too much concerning your Highness, or any of the Sons of men, especially in this day wherein the Lord hath so much rejected our confidences, and proclaimed to us by the voice of manifold Providences, Cease from Man whose breath is in his Nostrils, we should not only entrench upon the Honour of God and our own Peace, but be injurious to your Highness, who are better able to bear the burthen of much trouble, than a little of that trust which we owe to him alone, in whom there is everlasting strength, who turns every Staff into a Reed, when it is rested out. Yet we cannot but declare our great hopes, that the Lord will still delight to use your Highness as a blessed instrument of much Honour to his great Name, and happiness to this Commonwealth; That as he hath helped you to build the Walls of Jerusalem, the defence and safety of his People, even in troublous times, so he will also engage your heart, and enable your hands, according to your eminent station, to further the spiritual work and welfare of this Church and Temple which waits for a season of more tranquillity. We add only the Declaration of our satisfaction in the present Government administered by your Highness, and our cheerful submission unto it, which we shall be ready to second with our prayers and endeavours for your Highness's prosperity, and the people of God who sit under your shadow, humbly begging your favourable aspect and influence, upon the Honour and privileges of this ancient City, whose strength is much decayed, though their burdens be increased, which yet they are more willing, though unable to undergo, till a just and seasonable remedy be procured. Our lot is fallen something remote from the great scene of public affairs, which hath been prejudicial to us; but we trust, though we enjoy not so much warmth of the Sun as the Southern parts; yet the beams of your Highness's goodness and justice, whom God hath set up in the midst of us, shall comfortably reach this place, which though in many outward advantages, it may come behind others, yet will strive to an equality with the best, in their affection and faithfulness to your Highness and this Commonwealth. Signed by the Mayor, in the name and by the appointment of the Aldermen and Commonalty of the City of York. John Gildert Maj. To his Highness Oliver Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the dominions thereof. The humble Petition and Representation of the grand Juries, at the Assizes held at York, March 1653. in the behalf of themselves and of the Nobility, Justices, Gentry, and Freeholders, with the other Inhabitants of the County of York. Whereas it seemed good unto the Almighty and wise Disposer of all things, by many great and admirable Steps of Providence, to advance your Highness to the present and peaceable administration of the Government of this Nation, in which we trust that all friends to true Religion and public liberty shall have cause to rejoice. We your Petitioners, do humbly and cheerfully testify our thankfulness to your Highness, for your great care in preserving us from those evils of Tyranny and confusion, which we have very lately apprehended ourselves in eminent danger of; as also in satisfaction and acquiescence in the Government now established, which we shall in our places and stations be ready with all faithfulness and maintain. Farther representing and humbly desiring. That countenance may be given to godly and able Ministers of the Gospel, such as have or shall give Testimony of their good affections to the State, as it is now constituted; and that for their encouragement, some timely provision may be made for a competent and comfortable subsistence, and that they may be vindicated from oppressions and affronts arising from Principles of Prophanesse and Superstition, or other more precious pretexts, alike dangerous to the propagation of the Gospel, and in opposition to Government. That scandalous Ministers may be removed, and former superstitions and corruptions, still tenaciously retained by many, to the hurt of ignorant persons, and prejudice of such Ministers as desire to be faithful, may be reformed, and that those disorders and disturbances which daily break out in matters of Religion, may be rectified. That the Augmentations to Ministers already made, may be more equally, and impartially distributed: And for all these ends, that some faithful and Godly men may be empowered in this County, So as we may not be necessitated upon every occasion to repair to London, where many necessary things are not prosecuted, by reason of the tediousness, and great expense of such journeys. That Courts of Judicature may be settled in this great County, it having been under consideration, and a great progress therein made formerly in Parliament upon the Petitions of the people in these parts, for the preventing of excessive expenses, and other inconveniences in Lawsuits, occasioned by the remoteness of this County from the City of London. That some way may with all convenience be directed and settled for Probates of Wills within the same County. And that these Courts may be without unnecessary appeals to London. Thanks was returned by his Highness to the City of York, the Grand Jurors of Assize there, and to the Gentlemen the presenters. Dalkeith, 28 March. Our forces from Glasgow have taken 60 Horse, and 36 Prisoners beyond Dunbarton Castle. Since which one of Middleton's Captains was taken near Haddington, with six more. About 50 Gentlemen are gone from the West to the Hills, with good Horses, Arms, &c of which and two of the Lord De la Bank's Brothers. Glencairne, Kenmore, Athol, Forbs, and Glengary, &c. are gone Northward to join with Middleton, Seafort, and the Lord Ray, and so to force Southerland, and Caithness, to rise with them; their return it is thought will be about a fortnight hence. Seafort, Middleton, and Ray's men, surprised a Vessel of ours going to the Lewis by some Boats they sent out; we had in her 14 men, Ammunition, Provision, and Clothes for that Garrison. Middleton hath besieged Cinker Castle in Caithness, but they bad him defiance. Colonel Morgan returned from Inverness the 21. instant over the Hill for Aberdeen. The Enemy have been cruel in burning and destroying the Country that do not freely join with them; yet Sir James McDonald, and the Captain of the Clan Reynolds, are in arms against Middleton's in the Hills, for preservation of their Country. The Lord Ambassador of the King of Portugal had this day audience by his Highness the Lord Protector at the Cockpit, attended by Sir Oliver Fleming Master of the Ceremonies, and many Gentlemen, there being also divers of the Lords of the Council present with his Highness. The Committee for approbation of Ministers sat this Day, chose their Register, and other Officers, and began to proceed in the business according to the Ordinance of his Highness the Lord Protector. The place they sit in is Whitehall, at the end of the stone Gallery, at the corner of the Court, and they have appointed to sit on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. From Venice, the 16 of March, 1654. The ships which have been taken up at Leghorn for the service of our State have order to go directly from thence to Candia, and not come to this City. The Generalissimo Moccenigo is also ready to depart from hence, there being Eight ships appointed to carry him, the State having ordered that he carry with him Three hundred thousand Duckets; in his way he is to stop a Zante, there to take with him the Commander Cornare, and afterwards put him in possession of the place of General in Candia; from whence we hear, that the Generalissimo Foscolo having divided his Fleet into three Squadrons, is pursuing the Caravana of Alexandria, which is composed of many great and small vessels, and doth bring the Tribute which the great Turk That our General Delsino is now in good earnest resolved to besiege Clim, having already landed his Ordinance at Sebenico, and given the Rendezvous to his forces which are to be employed in that design. From Naples, the 11th of March 1654. The 5th instant the Knight Baptista Brancaccio had audience of our Vice King, whom he complimented in the name of the great Commander of Malta. The mount Vesuva having again cast out flames and ashes in abundance, caused the Bells to be tolled in many Churches, whither the people resorted to their Devotions. The two Galleys which had transported monies, and ammunitions, to those places which the King of Spain holds in Tuscany, and are returned again, having left all those places in a very good condition. This Day was published an Ordinance by his Highness the Lord Protector, with advice of his Council, for probate of Wills, and granting Letters of Administration; Whereby it is ordained, That the Act of Parliament, entitled. An Act for Probate of Wills, and granting Administrations: And all the Powers, Authorities, Matters and things therein contained, shall be, and are hereby revived and continued, in full power and force, to all intents and purposes, until further Order. And further ordained, That Richard Lucy, John Hildesley, Nathaniel Barton, Jervas Bennett, Anthony Rous, Joachim Mathews, Edward Cludd, Thomas Wood, Esqs; and Robert Tichbourn Alderman of London, be added to the Judges named in the the said act, and in this present Ordinance, or any three of them, be, and are hereby authorized to put in execution all and every the powers given by the said Act, as fully as any of the Judges therein named might have done by force of the said Act. Also an Ordinance prohibiting Cock-matches to this effect. That whereas the public meetings and assemblies of People in several parts of this Nation, under pretence of Matches for Cock-fighting are by experience found to tend many times to the disturbance of the public Peace, and are commonly accompanied with Gaming, Drinking, Swearing, Quarrelling, and other dissolute practices, to the dishonour of God, and do often produce the ruin of Persons and For prevention thereof it is ordained, That from henceforth there shall be no public or set meeting or assemblies of any Persons within England or Wales, upon matches made for Cock-fighting, And that every such meeting and assembly of people for the end and purpose aforesaid, is hereby declared to be an unlawful assembly, and shall be so adjudged, deemed, and taken to be punished: And all Sheriffs, Justices of the Peace, Majors, Bailiffs, Constables, and Headboroughs within their several Counties, Cities, Limits and Jurisdictions, are hereby required to suppress, hinder, and disperse all such meetings and assemblies. This day the Agent from the Queen of Sweden had audience given him by his Highness the Lord Protector, and divers Lords of the Council present. From Vpsalia March 3. The Queen came from Westraas on Sunday last, and it is reported that the Prince Palatine hath accepted of the Propositions, since which Summons are issued for the calling together the States of this Nation by the 2. of May next, before which time we shall hardly hear anything more of this great and strange business. Don Piemontel the Spanish Resident is remanded home by his Master, who intends to take his journey over land within this fortnight or thereabouts. We are not likely to receive any answer until the certainty of our Treaty with the Dutch is known, and I believe, when that is understood we shall be dispatched, and that to our contentment. From Bristol, April 1. We have little news here, but of continued losses. The Charity of above 100 tons, taken by two Brest men of war, near her port in France, the Master whereof they detain for that villain Beach; besides this ship of Bristol, they took a Vessel of Westchester, and a day or two before four Vessels of Weymouth, and the Western parts: The Wild boar, also of 250 tons 40 guns, taking in some lading at the Mederas, and intending for Barbados, was forced by a storm to cut Cable, and to Sea, where he met with a Flushinger of 22 guns, whom with those men she had she fought stoutly, till being overmastered, she was brought into Cadiz, the ship and goods worth 5000 l. belonging to honest men, as Mr. Speed, who hath lost 280 l. sterl. James Powel, Capt. Beal, Jeremy Holwey, and several Families, who usually trade to the Western Islands: most of the best ships of this Port are lately taken, especially by the Brest men. This City by . Paris April 8 1654. The Commissioners for the Protestants of Languedoc are here still, and have neither had audience, and as little hopes to have any, being paid with delays from time to time, and nothing effected. The Cardinal de Retz is at last removed from the Castle of Vicennes, and went the first night to Chilli, and so to Amboise taking the way towards Nantes, where he is to remain in the Castle until a further Order. The same day the Abbess of St. Antonie in the fields having made great preparations for the solemnizing of Easter, among which was that which they call a fiery chapel, it happened that one of the Lamps, not being well fastened, fell down, and set all their fabric on fire, and having found much combustible matter, it was soon reduced to ashes, the whole house being in great danger to be burned to the ground. We hear from Rochel, that there is of late gone from hence one ship, who carrieth some Friars who go to Sale in Barbary, there to redeem such of that Nation who are slaves among the Infidels, having carried good store of money to that effect. The Report is here, That the Cardinal Mazarin's Father is to remain at Rome as Ambassador in Ordinary, and that he is made Duke and Peer of France, and likewise a blue ribbon sent him, being made Knight of the Order called of the Holy Ghost: This Cardinal having sped so well with his Nieces, intends to have more come from Rome, that so France may be well stocked with Italian breeders, although some that are here do not go off as he expected, there being obstructions to be removed before that those Marriages can be consummated: The Prince of Conti is returned to this City, and cannot yet brook well the hard proceedings used against his Brother; but yet to please his good Uncle the Cardinal, is forced to put a good face upon it to salve up the matter; The Duke d' Amville is sent again to the Duke of Orleans to tamper with him, and entice him to return to the Court, no promises being wanting to persuade him thereunto, and among others, that the Prince of Conde his Estate should be transferred unto his Son, in case he will agree to a match between him, and one of his young Daughters. The Duchesse his Wife, hath taken very much to heart the imprisoning of her Brother the Duke of Lorraine, (who doth still continue to be a close prisoner) but as yet she can work nothing for the procuring his enlargement. The Commission of the great Seal being altered, the Lord Lisle, and Sir Tho: Withrington, are sworn Commissioners for the custody of the great Seal of England for the Court of Chancery, by the Clerk of the Commonwealth, before his Highness, and his Council, in the Council chamber at Whitehall. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock who is now in Sweden, is also to be one with them. This Evening between 6 and 7 a clock, the Lord Lambert, the Lord Lisle, the Lord Strickland, and the rest of the English Commissioners, went to the Dutch Ambassadors at Sir John Trevors, in the Lord Protector's Coaches, with Mr. Thurlo, Secretary of State, and Mr. Scobel Clerk of the Council; and about 9 a clock at night totally finished the Ratification of Peace, and the Articles were then signed and sealed by the Lord Ambassadors on the one side, with full power from the States, and the Lord Commissioners with full power from the Lord Protector on the other side. And within 14 days the Peace is to be ratified by the Principals on each part, and publicly proclaimed both in England, and the Low Countries. To which purpose a Messenger was sent away for Holland this night, and is to return within the time aforesaid with the subscriptions of the States Generals and the particular Provinces. Inverness in Scotland, March 20. thus. These parts affords little more news of the Enemy (this week) than what I formerly gave you an account of. Middleton and his Crew continues still in Caithness and Sutherland, in prosecution of their business; Glencarne and Kenmore with about 500 horse and foot marched by the Brays of Badgenoth, and faced Ruthen, where he sent the enclosed Letter, and received underwritten the answer; they were expected to quarter at the head of Loughnesse the 17th instant, and having joined with Glengary, were afterward to march to Middleton. They expected Athol should follow them within one day's march, of which if he failed, they feared he had deserted them. Glengary still threatens fire and and sword to them that fails of answering his Warrants for Levies. For Capt. John Hill Governor of Ruthen Castle of Badenoch. SIR The last time I was in this Country, one of my Troopen named Angus, McPherson being commanded to pass near the Castle, was by some of your Horsemen made a Prisoner, if you will do me the favour to release him presently, and send him to me by this Bearer my Trumpet, I do oblige myself upon my Honour, to release to you any other Prisoner of the same quality of yours, that shall happen to fall in my hands upon your desire made known unto me, who am Sir, Your affectioned Friend and Servant. GLENCAIRNE. 15 of March, from Knigxsie. For the Earl of Glencairn. My Lord, Your Trooper is where he wants not that Civil Usage which you may befit his quality and Condition, neither shall, until you have one of ours of like quality to offer in exchange for him, until which time your Lordship must excuse my Detention of him; who am, My Lord, Your humble Servant, JO. HILL. Ruthen-Castle, March 15. 1653, An Ordinance was published for mending and keeping in better repair the Highways in this Nation, the substance. That every Parish is to choose once in the year two or more Surveyors, to serve one whole year. A Tax to be made for the payment of such charges as shall be requisite for that work, the Justices being empowered within the several limits of their Commission. That no Wagon or Cart go or travel upon the Highway, having any more than five Horses, or Mares, or six Oxen, and one Horse, That to any party so offending, all and every Constable hath power to stop all those that are supernumerary, or beyond the number specified, the party so offending, paying within seven days after the distress or seizure aforesaid, the Sum of twenty shillings for each Horse or Ox so distressed or seized, and in default thereof the Officer is empowered to fell them, levy the fine and other charges ho hath been at for keeping of the said Horse or Oxen, and return the overplus to the party owner of them, That any Streets or Pavements in any City or Town Corporate, shall be counted as Highways, and each respective Scavenger to be as a Surveyor to his Parish, or Precinct: And lastly that the Act made in the time of Queen Mary, concerning the mending of the Causie between Shaftsbury & Sherbonne shall be received and be in full force until the first of September 1662, you may see further at large by the Act itself printed. Paris April 11 1654. The Cardinal de Retz being removed from Vicennes by the Marshal de la Mesteray, is now safe arrived at Nantes, and put into the Castle. The Court Emissaries give out that he is not to be long there, but in a few days to be set at liberty, only that his Majesty desireth satisfaction upon some certain points, although the main drift is to make him surrender his place of Archbishop of this City. The Commissioners of Languedoc cannot yet prevail in anything upon their Complaints, but are like the Commissioners of Catalonia, who hitherto have prevailed no further than to receive many fair words, but nothing effectual, the main work now in hand is to find moneys speedily for the setting forth of the Army, that they may be in the field as soon as may be, and to that end the Partizans are not wanting to find out new ways for exacting of moneys, proffering large sums to be put into the King's Coffers, the difficulty lieth only in the effecting of it, by reason that the Country is in most places so exhausted of Moneys, that they are scarce able to live: The design for the King's Coronation is now on foot again, and if I am rightly informed, it will be done about the middle of May next, which being done, his Majesty shall go upon the borders and down to Picardie to forward his Army in their Action, so much the rather, by reason that the Prince of Conde, whom we hear was last week at Valciennes, and then taking a view of his Army, is returned back to Brussels, there to confer with the Archduke Leopoldus for to obtain money and other necessaries for the march of his Army, that so they may fall to action as soon as the weather and season will give them leave, his Lady and Son are still at Rocroy, where they are expecting some alteration to their present condition. The Earl of Harcourt hath not yet received any answer from the Court upon those proposals which he lately sent to the Court. We have news, that the Duke Francis hath at last accepted the command of his Brother the Duke of Lorrain's Army, and is expected there in a few days, which our Cardinal doth not very well relish. The forces that were in the Country of Liege are now marching homewards, and are to be quartered in Lorrain. The great preparations for an Armada to go from Marseilles and Toulon, is much at a stand, only there are lately 5 great men of War gone to Sea, and three more are to follow, but upon no other design than to rob and plunder upon the Sea, sparing scarce any they encounter, whether they be friends or foes. By the last Letters from Warsovia, thus. The General of the Cossacks hath not only delivered up three very considerable places to the great Prince, or Emperor of Moscovia, for a pledge of his future security; but a further assurance hath caused himself to be re-baptized, after the Muscovite manner, which is taken so ill of the Priests that Country, and to all the Commonalty, that the greatest part of the Commanders, have refused to make any oath of allegiance unto the said Prince, upon this reason, that having sworn fidelity to the King of Poland at Soczana, and engaged never to bear Arms against him, they knew none could free them from that Oath, and thereupon have sent to the King, that if he pleased to send a general pardon, for what hath been acted by them, and the rest of the Army, they will return with the major part of the Army into the Majesty's service, which have so incensed the General, that having caused them to be apprehended, they have lost their heads, which hath made much stir among the people. From Cullen, the 28 ditto. After many conferences had between our Magistrates, and the Elector, and the Spanish Commissioners, the treaty hath been brought to a perfection, and signed; which is in brief, That both French and Spaniards shall have a free passage through the Country of Liege, not committing any acts of Hostility upon each other, That the Spanish party, in point of satisfaction for the losses received from them and the Lorrainers, shall pay unto the said Elector the sum of Two hundred thousand Rixdollars, to be taken out of the Duke of Lorrain's Estate, and for security of performance shall put into the hands of the said Elector, the Lordship of Kerpen, and another in the County of Galick until full payment. From Legorn the 23 of March. As for news in these parts thus. The ships which are to go to serve the State of Venice in Candia, are near ready, and will set sail in a few days, there being only a few men wanting of their completement; this week in sight of this City was a sore fight between two ships at Sea, the one a Dutch man of war of 32 guns, and the other an English ship called the Expedition, who was coming from Zante laden with currants, the fight continued above 6 hours, and at last, night having parted them, it so happened that both ships sunk, most of the men were saved, and are now in this Town, but nothing is saved from them, although they were not far from the shore, 3 French men of war upon the Coast of Apulia in the Kingdom of Naples have of late done much harm, and taken many prizes, among whom is an English ship said to be of great value, taken at Cape Spativento. This day was published and Proclaimed in London, an Ordinance for Adjourning part of Easter Term, 1654: Which for better publication, and notice to all Men, as well in Country, as City, we have inferred at large, as followeth. Whereas many abuses and corruptions are crept into the ordinary course and administration of Justice, both in Law and Equity, the Reformation whereof hath not yet been attained; Out of a tender care and desire that so necessary and good a work may at length be brought to effect, It is held convenient and necessary to Adjourn part of the next Term of Easter; Be it therefore Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council. That part of the said term of Easter now next coming be Adjourned, That is to say, from and after the first Return called Quindena Pasch unto the first Return of Trinity Term called Crastino Trinitatis: And all and every person or persons, which have cause, or Commandment to appear in any of the Courts at Westminster, in or at any day, or time, from and after the said Return, called Quindena Pasch, and during the said term, called Easter Term may tarry at their dwellings, or where their business shall lie, without resorting any of the said Courts for that Cause, and without danger or forfeiture, penalty or contempt to be in that behalf. And be it also Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, that the Writs of Adjournment shall be directed to the Justices of the said Courts, giving them Authority to Adjourn the said Term of Easter as aforesaid, that is to say, from and after the first return, called Quindena Pasc, until the first return of Trinity Term, called Crastino Trinitatis as before is said, and the said Adjournment shall be made as aforesaid, And be it further Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, that all the Matters, Causes, and Suits depending in any of the said Courts shall have continuance, and the parties shall have day, from the day of the said Adjournment, until the said Return of Crastino Trinitatis, as is aforesaid; And the Lord Commissioners of the Great Seal are required to issue forth Writs accordingly. And be it further Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, That the Sheriffs of London and Middlesex, and all other Sheriffs both in England and Wales, do forthwith proclaim and publish this Ordinance in the Chief Market Towns within their several and respective Counties. Dalkieth, April 3. The enclosed relates the Northern news, To which I have only to add, That Captain Sherwin Commander of the Primrose, and Captain Smith Commander of the Duchesse, in their Return from Orkney took a Dutch Vessel laden with French, and Spanish Wines, linen Cloth, and other good Commodities, bound for the West Indies, which they sent into Aberdeen. Aberdeen, March 28. 1654. The Earl of Athol is come to Glencarne with about 700 Horse and Foot, Seaford, and some new raised Forces by him are daily expected to join with them. Glencarne with his whole Force, being 2000 Horse and Foot, is at Dingwell, two miles from Braban, not undeserving the name of an Island, which gives hopes of engaging the Enemy there. In order to which, Lieutenant Colonel Mitchell is to march tomorrow towards Inverness with 9 Companies of Foot, and Colonel Morgan follows him the day after with 5 Troops of Colonel Rich his Regiment, and four Troops of Dragoons. He intends to take with him Colonel Tomlinson's Regiment, which is in his way, and to draw Five Companies of Foot out of Inverness. Some young Lairds and others that had a purpose to glean a party of Horse in Lothian, and so repair to the Enemy, were lately taken, and carried Prisoners to Dalkeith. From Cowes in the Isle of Wight, April 6. A private man of war hath brought in two days since two small French Vessels; the one laden with salt, the other hath little in her but ballast; there is nothing more of our fleet, but that they are the most part near to Helens point, and the rest at the Spitts head, being in all near 100 sail, gallant ships, and bravely accommodated; here was likewise the Holland ship taken by one of our Frigates, who had 8 Bales of Paper, and some small quantity of Indigo, and she is carried to Portsmouth: here are at present several Merchant ships in this road, being wind-bound, and expecting some Eastern winds to carry them on their voyage, and many that were here, went away yesterday morning towards the Downs. From Deale the 7 instant: The Ships which were in this Road are for the most part gone up into the Thames, there remaineth only a few which are bound to the Southward, this day also passed by about 40 or 50 Sail of ships great and small, which we suppose to be the Dunkirk Fleet bound for London; And this morning is gone one of our Men of War for Holland to get the ratification of the peace made with them, and an Express from the Dutch Ambassadors of the Agreement. To say something further of the Peace between England and Holland, because we find many so hard to give credit to it, The Articles of the Treaty (we assure you) were Signed and Sealed by thee Commissioners on both sides, on Wednesday night last (as before expressed) and within 14 days are to be Signed and Sealed by the Lord Protector, and the States of Holland; and then to be publicly proclaimed and published, both in England and Holland in one day. The agreement with Denmark is also taken in upon the Articles; And for the loss sustained by the English Merchants, whose demands amounts to about 150000 l. It is referred to two English, and two Dutch Merchants absolutely to determine those demands within twenty days, and their place of sitting appointed at Guildhall: Also the business of Amboyna is referred to 8. Commissioners, who have six Months time to determine thereof, and in case they agree not, Umpires are nominated. This is licensed and entered according to Order.

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The speeches between his Highness the Lord Protector, and the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor, and Recorder of the City of London, on Wednesday last, at Temple-Bar, and Grocers-Hall, upon the solemnizing of that great and magnificent Feast by the Citizens: With a Narrative of the full Particulars, the receiving of him with Music, Voices, Drums, and Trumpets; the placing of his Son the Lord Henry Cromwell of his left hand at the Stately Banquet; and the playing of his Highness out of the great Hall with oboes, and other loud Instruments. The Letters sent from Mr. Feak and Mr. Simpson in Windsor Castle to the Lord Protector, and their Churches, and the Q. of Sweden's Message to the K. of Scots; with the raising of above one hundred thousand men by the D. of Muscovy, the taking of the Royal Fort in Lewis Island from the English by the L. Seafort, and the Declaration & Prophecy of Arise Evans, concerning the present Government. The King of Scots is as merry as a Prince at Paris in France; and his brother Du. James as valiant as Hector in the field, having performed singular service against the Enemies of the Crown: Their youngest brother Duke Henry is at Chaliot with his Mother the Queen, who with great patience undergoes her abundant afflictions. Prince Rupert, and divers others of the Royal Party have sent forth their Emissaries, to make a discovery of the present Transactions between the English and Dutch. This day likewise there was a great blazing Star seen over the river of Thames, and near Windsor castle, as it is ascertained by many. This portend certainly some great alteration; but I dare not presume to predict the event of things: only thus much I desire, that the Series of Providence may guide and protect those two faithful Saints, and Ministers of the Gospel, pious Mr. Feak, and zealous Mr. Simpson; and all others whatsoever now in Authority: I hope it is no Treason to pray for them, although some hold it not reason to act with them; yet I could wish, that if it might stand with the honour of God, and the glory of his Church, that all men would submit in peace and love: for, sure I am, that if we do but accord in Unity, God will so appear with power and glory, that all the Nations about Us shall be broken, or brought in with Us to the Government of Jesus: That is, when God alone shall reign in men, and men reign in Righteousness, and Righteousness arise in Truth; then shall the Royal Law, and Rule of Christ be followed That Men and Magistrates shall do to all as they would be done unto; or rather, Do to men as God would. Otherwise, Woe be unto those who shall violate their Vows, and persecute the Saints. The English Fleet are now put to sea, being 80 sail, and are divided into three Squadrons Gen. Pen commands the Van, Gen. Blake the right Wing, and Rear-Admiral Lawson the Rear; but upon any occasion can soon join into one entire Body, there being Scouts appointed, who are to give no appearance of the enemies. Several Letters are come from Scotland, to the Royal Party in Northumberland, to invite them to a Rising; but many were intercepted, and sent up to the Lord Protector. Notwithstanding they have continual Meetings, and have great designs in hand, as appears by their sundry Risings in several places; yet dissolve of themselves. 'Tis wisdom so to do, I conceive; for 'tis dangerous falling into the hands of great Ones: Blame me not, I speak it experimentally. From Scotland they write that Col. Hume (an excellent soldier ) and divers other experienced Commanders, and Sons of Mars have declared for their Master CHARLES, and are gone from towards Berwick to join with the Highlanders. Sir Arthur Forbs, and valiant Col. Wogan lies wounded at Weims; but whether recoverable, the Lord knows: if not, their Deaths will be much lamented by the Royal party. The Earl of Athol hath had a Rendezvous for the KING, in the North; and Gen. Glencarn, and the Lord Kenmore are gone to the Hills, and have burnt and made great devastate upon the Lord Lothian's houses and lands, for his disloyalty to his Sovereign, and complying with the English at the Highlanders' late furious Assault on Dunkel, where was slain the Laird Ballachan, cap. Hunter, cap. Robertson, and some other young Lairds; but undaunted Major Mercer was mortally wounded with a Tuck. Our Scout from Newcastle advertiseth, That there has been a high Contest between the Quakers and the Country people at Hasington: but after a sharp Dispute, many on both sides came off bleeding by weeping cross, merely for their entrenching upon other men's Rights and principles. Excellent measure! May the justness of each man's cause carry at. The Dutch Merchants have spread their Canvass, and launched forth into the Deep; but young Tromp is their Convoy, and has given the English the go-by. Since which time, many English Merchants are put forth to sea, and are gone to several Ports in France. The Lord Mayor and Aldermen of London having invited His Highness the Lord Protector to dinner at Grocers Hall, the several Companies of the City had this day) Order from the Lord Mayor to meet at Guildhall in their Gown and from thence to place themselves according to their superiority in the streets, from the lower end of Temple-Bar, to attend the coming in of so great and honourable ; is appeared by the high & mighty preparations fit for the greatest Prince or Potentate; for the streets were raised, as in the days of the King; and the Rails were all hung with blue Cloth: The City Banners, and the Golden Streamers and Standards were all placed along the said Rails in a most delicate and stately manner: The which being erected and set up, the Lord Mayor, with the Mare, Sword, and Cap of Maintenance, and the women in their Scarlet Gowns, rode as far as Temple Bar, where they met his Highness and all his magnificent Train: And his Highness had the sword delivered to him by the Lord Mayor, which was returned again; and after a short Oration, in congratulation of his Highness, so soon as He came out of His Coach, the manner of this great Solemnization was as followeth: First, came the City Marshal and some other Officers; then six Trumpeters, with his Highness's Lifeguard; then eight Trumpets more, with the City Streamers, red and white; then the Aldermen in their Scarlet Gowns: Next after them the two Sheriff, and their Officers; then the Herald of Arms with rich Coats, adorned with the Commonwealth's Arms, viz. the Cross and Harp; then the Golden Mace and Cap of Maintenance: After which, came the Lord Mayor bareheaded, carrying the Sword; next after, rode two Gentlemen bare before his Highness; with whom went twelve of his footmen, in grey coats, and silver and black silk Lace: His Highness had a very rich coat embroidered with gold, and a gold Hatbond, who in the height of this Magnificency showed abundance of humility to the people, moving his hath continually unto them all along the streets. After his Highness, cam Major General Skippon, and the rest of his honourable Council: then the Officers of the Army, with renowned col. Pride, who was as plain as a Pikestaff, in a grey short coat: Then after them, divers Lords, Knights, and Gentlemen, in a most excellent equipage, both on horseback and in Coaches. And coming to Grocers Hall, the Recorder made a Speech to his Highness, letting him understand, how happy the City were in the enjoyment of his Person. After he had done, his Highness having retired himself a while above stairs, came down to dine in the great Hall, where he sat in the middle of a long Table, his Son the Lord Henry on the left hand, and the Lord Mayor on the right; & on each side of them the Council, with Gen. Monk, Commis. Gen. Whaley, & Mr. Claypool, master of the horse to his Highness, being entertained (besides rare Cheer, and delicate Dainties, with music, Voices, Drums and Trumpets. After this, his Highness was conducted upstairs again, by the Lord Mayor, to a noble Banquet. This being done, his Highness departed being played out by Oboes, and other loud music. In all expressions of affection given a good example to the rest of the Nation. I wish we may enjoy benefit under his protection. For, to speak truth, many are unsatisfied, and during the time of this magnificent Feasting, divers of the discontented (though not long since a precious) party betook themselves to praying. The Lord unite the hearts of all his Saints. By an Express from aboard the Portsmouth frigate, thus: On the 26 of Jan. We took the Doggord of Flushing, and on the 27 we recovered the Patrick of Liverpool from the Brest men of War, who act by commission from the K. of Scots. We chased cap. Dillon's frigate, but she ran so near to Penzance Quay, that we durst not follow her. The I intended to make up to the Lands-end; but by cross winds we were soon brought within sight of 4 ships of S. Maloes coming from Marseilles, bound for New haven, viz the St. Martin with 18 guns & 44 men, the St Helena with 14 guns, and 32 men, the Protection with 21 guns, and 32 men and the Francis with ten guns, and 38 men laden with soap, oil, cotton, &c. with whom we came up about one of the clock, and fought them 5 hours. The Martin and Helena had both yielded but we had none of our men aboard; it beginning to be dark, and We being ready to board the Protection, whom we had well paid with shot, bethought ourselves that we should lose the other two in taking her & so cleared ourselves with much ado, & stood to the other, who being secured we were bearing for the other yet untaken; but these two ships we had taken were so much disabled, as we were forced to keep by them to save them from sinking, & men to fit the Rigging, the Admiral not being able to bear sail, which occasioned the losing the other two. Our ships suffered in hull, masts, rigging, & sails, viz. in the mainmast three shot, the top mast two, our foreyard & mizzen yard made unserviceable; we had several shot between wind & water, 5 men killed, and 19 wounded: some having lost their legs & others their arms: A dismal sight to see One prize laden with Wine, taken by the Portsmouth frigate. One sweet Prize laden with Raisins & Figs, taken by the old Warwick. One man of war, with 20 guns, taken by the Sapphire. Two private men of war taken to the Northward. Two ships laden with Almonds, taken by the Portsmouth frigate. First, the Lily shall remain in a merry World, and he shall be moved against the Seed of the Lion, and he shall stand on one side amongst Thrones of his Country, which Country is the Land of the Moon, which is to be dread throughout all the World. 2. And there shall come the Son of Man, bearing three wild Beasts in his Arms, with a company of people he shall pass many waters, and he shall come to the Land of the Lion, looking for help with Beasts of his own Country. 3 And in that year there shall come an Eagle out of the East, and his Wings spread with the beams of the Son of Man. 4 And that year shall be destroyed Castles upon Thames, & there shall be great fear over all the World, and in a part of the Land there shall be great Battles among many Kingdoms. 5 That day shall be the bloody field, and the Lilly shall lose the Crown, and therewith shall be crowned the Son of man. 6 And in the fourth year many battles shall be for the faith, and most of the world shall be stoopen; but the Son of man with the Eagle shall be preferred, and there shall be universal peace over all the World: then shall the Son of man receive a marvellous token, and there shall be great plenty of all manner of fruits, and then shall he go to the Land of the Cross. This Lilly is Mr. Lilly the Astrologer, and the merry World is a mad world that believe Astrologers contrary to God's mind. M. Lilly shall be moved against the Seed of the Lion, that is, the King's Seed, against whom he writ so bitterly. And Lilly shall stand on one side amongst Thrones of his Country, that is, he shall stand for the Commonwealth: which Country is the Land of the Moon: He compares England to the Moon, in regard of its changing from one thing to another as the Moon changeth every month: so England today is a Protestant tomorrow a Presbyterian, next day an Independent, and you know not what; and all the world looking upon the distempers of England, is afraid lest some of this English Seed come amongst them, and infect them with the same disease, yea and conquer their Kings, and bring them also to ruin and destruction. 2 The Son of man is the King which crosseth the waters from France to Holland, and from Holland to Scotland, to seek help and assistance: And Scotland he calleth the Land of the Lion in regard their King came from thence. 8 By this Eagle that comes from the East, is meant the Dutch, ships coming against England, and some of them bearing the King's Colours. 1652. 4 By the Castles destroyed upon Thames, is meant the overthrow given to our ships in Decemb. 1652. 5 By that day, he means 1653. in which the bloody Battle shall be fought, and the Lilly shall lose his Crown: here M. Lillie appears to be the white mock-king; for he hath domineered the most: And therefore shall he and his lose their Crowns. 6 By the fourth year he means 1654. then shall the World be in an Uproar fighting for Religion, but they must bow to the true Protestant Religion, and God will cause the Supporters thereof to be highly honoured in all parts of the World. Thus hoping I have spoken the truth to all, without respect of persons, wherein I am not their enemy, but their friend, being God's servant in so doing, for his glory, and the peace and tranquillity of his People, Gentlemen I hope I shall be clear from the blood of this Generation, being sent of God to declare the things hereafter mentioned: For it is evident, I fore told the manner of the death of King Charles, and do herein foresee a great and mighty change. So that if the people now refuse to hear me, (who have had so many witnesses to show that God is pleased to declare his determinate Will by me) they of all others will be the least excusable for despising me, and so the least capable of mercy. For have they not known how God by me declared the most remarkable things that befell these kingdoms since the wars began: How that 20 years ago I declared the things that befell my late Sovereign, and that I suffered three years imprisonment for the same? How that I declared to the Earl of Essex 7 years before he was General, that he should be the people's General against the King? Have they not known how that in the year 1646 I declared the downfall of the Presbyterians. How I declared, that the King's Son would come to England long before he came to Worcester, and his success likewise? How I declared to the Parl. that they should be destroyed long before their dissolution? Therefore, I beseech you, consider what I have declared, and so peace be with you all, Amen. From Windsor it is certified, That Mr. Feak and Mr. Simpson have sent a letter to the Lord Protector, and another to their Churches, to desire them to keep close together, and wait upon God, for that the Lord had spoke peace to their souls, & confident they were that deliverance was near at hand. Some things are under consideration touching the restoring of Maj. Gen, Brown to liberty: 'tis time! But poor Judge Jenkins lies still captivated in Windsor Castle. The business of Sir Jo. Lenthal and the Upper Bench is likewise taken into consideration: of which an account will suddenly be given. The Queen of Sweden has sent a Letter to the K. of Scots, wherein her Majesty doth excuse herself that the present condition of her affairs doth not suffer her to give him satisfaction upon his Demands, protesting that she pities his misfortune. Of this, more hereafter. The peace is concluded between the K. of Poland and the Cossacks; but the great Duke of Muscovy has sent a Letter to the Queen's Maj at Upsal, signifying, that he hath mustered a hundred and sixty thousand men, and desires her Maj. to declare and join with him against the said King. The great Duke of Tuscany has sent an Ambassador to congratulate the Lord Protector, and the Lo. of Amiland in Holland has sent an Agent to his Highness with Credentials, desiring that they may be esteemed as Neutrals, to any Country. The United Provinces have not yet brought in their Resolves for ratification of the Articles; but go on pell-mell with their Navigable proceedings, and every man is constrained to work upon the Lords day. The K. of Scot's Picaroons increase, as appears by the ensuing list and daily infest the Western channel. The Royal James with 38 guns, Richard Beach Captain. The Michael 14 guns, Cap. James Smith. The Bridget 8 guns Cap. Wil. Smith, The Francis 10 guns, Cap. Meldrum, The Mall 10 guns, Cap. Covel, The loyal James 12 guns, Cap. Ia. Dillon The Mary 4 guns, Cap. Rich. Dillon, The St. Francis 20 guns, Cap. Durant, The Charles 8 guns, Cap Jones. The Blossome 22 guns, Cap. Martin, Margaret 3 guns, Cap. Heldish, Patrick 18 guns, cap. Swart, Katherine 6 guns, Cap. Estmund. Swiftsure 6 guns, Cap. Peters, Frost 7 guns Cap. Rivers, Snow 4 guns, Cap. Munro, Adventure 12 guns, Cap. George, Three French-men with 18 & 20 Gu. Three in the Stocks of 4 guns apiece. From Scotland they report, that the L. Seaforth hath stormed the Fort at Lewis Island, with 1400 men, and taken it from the English; Of this, more in my next. A Brown bay Nag with a racks a little, with a little white on his nose, scarce discernible with a thick nostril, about 4 or 5 years of age: stolen with Mr. Tho. Allan at St in Essex, a fortnight before Christmas: If any one can bring tidings to Mr. W. Allen in the Poultry, or to Mr. Ric. Kingsten a Grocer, under the Spread Eagle in Gracious street, they shall be well rewarded for their pains. Appointed to be printed; And extracted out of the Original Papers, licensed and entered into the Register Book of the Company of Stationers.

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From Tuesday, March 7. to Tuesday, March 14. 1653 It was this Day advertised by Letters from Hamburg, that the Lord Wilmot who calls himself Ambassador for the titular King of the Scots, being necessitated for the want of monies, did with much importunity press upon the Treasurer of the English Company, who fearing his power, and loath to part with those monies which belonged to all the English Merchants who traffic in those parts, did acquaint the President of the English companies with it, and withal, showed the inconveniences that would arise, if he should deliver such monies to him, which against the Laws of Merchandise were not in his power to disburse, whereupon the President weighing the truth of the Reasons, made his complaint to the Senate, who enjoined the Lord Wentworth not to exact any sums of money of the Treasurer, unless he were able to put in good security for the re-disbursing of them. Some differences have been betwixt the Agent of the Duke of Brandenburg, and the Ambassador of the States General of the United Provinces, in the emulation for precedence, which upon better considerations are reconciled. It is advertised from Sweden, that there have been a consultation betwixt the grand Chancellor, and the Lord Ambassador Whitlock, there was a Demur about the Article of an Offensive, and defensive War, the English being at the present engaged in Wars, and the Crown of Sweden being at Peace with all Nations, but satisfaction was given by our Ambassador, that the Chancellor remained thoroughly satisfied. The Queen looks on England as much more settled under the Lord Protector, than before. She hath been five days in the Country to visit her Mother, who is not in the Court of Denmark, as some too boldly have represented, the weather being extremely cold, according to the season of the year in that Country, she was slid home on a carriage without wheels, which dispatched a long way with incredible speed, in that icy Country. Several Petitions were this Day read by his Highness, and Orders passed therein. Something is referred to a Committee of the Council to consider of touching Religion, in order to what hath been offered by the Ministers, for the suppressing of those who are scandalous, and profane, and providing for those who are able, and painful Preachers. A Minister in London lately summoned in part of his Parrish before the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor for non payment of their Tithes, when the Case cam to be heard, the Minister was much opposed by one of his Parishioners, who (after the matter was waved in point of Law) began to dispute it out in Divinity, saying that a Bishop ought to be no striker, &c. that he ought to govern his own Household, but this Man's Wife governed him, &c. yet this would not serve turn, but according to the Act, he was Ordered to pay Tithes to the Minister. Letters from Newcastle say, that the French Picaroons, and Freebooters do very much infest that Coast, and lately took two small Vessels of ours within sight of Tinmouth Castle, which makes the Colliers fearful to come, especially hearing there is such great probability of Peace, to be concluded on shortly. The Dutch Ambassadors had a private conference with his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council at Whitehall, they press hard for a present cessation of Arms. Last Sabbath day Major Gen: Harrison taught at London house, after the exercise was ended, a Letter was read which was directed to that Congregation from Mr: Simpson, wherein he expressed a hearty desire, that the spirit of meekness, love and unity might increase amongst them, but he sayeth that he findeth not the sprinkling of Infants in the New-Testament, (which is a thing that M. Feak, and he have often argued upon since their confinement at Windsor) Mr. Cradock, and divers other Friends have been to visit them lately. The Letters this Post from Scotland make mention, that by reason of the coldness of the season, and the great store of snow lately fallen in the Northern parts, Colonel Morgan returned back (from pursuing the Enemy to Aberdeen, but another party of ours have had another encounter with a party of about 60 of Athol's Horse, they fought at the first very stoutly; but soon turned their backs, and fled to save themselves, in this fight we took one Lieutenant, and about 20 more prisoners, their main design at the present is to Rob and spoil what they can, & therefore divide themselves into divers small parties. From Park thus. There have been some motions made of late by friends in behalf of Cardinal de Retz, yet hath he not his enlargement. This ensuing Letter is said to be written by the Cardinal to the Duke of Orleans. SIR: I can no longer live without writing, for I understand the Court hath done some kind of Justice wherewith you are reasonably well pleased, but if this content be not absolute, I am resolved not to rejoice; and truly it is a shame to see the bounties of Princes in the hands of such persons, who can neither be useful, nor pleasing unto them, and that honest men must still satisfy themselves with the only testimony of a good conscience, and in the content they receive in well doing, for my part I will not complain of fortune, if others must have the use of her. Now if the Ministers of State understood my secret, and that for satisfying of two, it were only necessary to oblige one, by acquitting themselves of what they owe another, they might easily spare what they have done unto me. From Deal they write that our Fleet are to have a Rendezvous upon the Downs this week; The Hollanders have also a very great fleet in readiness; and if these two Armadas have the happiness to join as one in League and Amity, all the Enemies of these Nations nay say as the Devil did when he was sharing of a , there is a great cry for a little wool The next Passage give no discontent unto any Body, except Officers belonging to the Prize Office, the Admiralty, and Captains of Private Men of War; and the thing is this. The Articles of Peace are ordered to be engrossed with all haste, and the Ratification is speedily to be Signed: and that morning on our part His Highness the Lord Protector hath appointed Commissioners to expedite the whole matter with the Ambassadors of the seven united Provinces of Holland. By this the Lady Elizabeth and some others depart Holland, she goes to her eldest Son the Palsgrave. The Treaty goes on also very effectually with the French Resident: The late Queen of England is to depart France, and go to the Duke of Savoy. Her Son Charles Stuart, and the Dukes of York and Gloucester, are to go into Germany, they not finding the affairs in Scotland to suit with their desires. It is thought that Monsieur Berdeux the French Ambassador, being a Person of a very large Revenue of his own, will come in State through the City tomorrow or next day; why may we not then expect shortly to drink a quart of Claret for eight pence? Monsieur Williamson Ambassador for Denmark is also expected to make his Application to His Highness the Lord Protector very suddenly. General Desbrowe, and Gen: Monk, and the Commissioners of the Admiralty are at Chattam; The pressed-men are put on board, and many Soldiers of the Army: the Dutch having added sixty new Frigates to their Fleet, so you see what readiness the Fleets are in on both sides; and if a Peace should not be concluded, it's likely that the greatest blow would be struck that hath been yet, but it is thought there is not any question now of a full agreement. Four Dutch ships were lately sunk by storm near Enchusen. An English Prize called, The Bee-hive is lately carried into the Texel, she is valued to be worth 3000 li. sterling. The Cantons of Switzerland have renewed their League with France. On Tuesday last one John Fearn stood in the Pillory near to the Exchange for Perjury, as he confessed himself at the Sessions House in the Old Bailey; for which he had five pound brought him by one John Bishop, who told him that he brought him the said money from William Allot, who in the name of John Evans had commenced a Suit against one Francis Turner, and the said Fearn being produced as a Witness against him in the behalf of the Plaintiff, for the lucre of the money, did most wretchedly forswear himself: which he having confessed as above said, he was sentenced on Tuesday last to stand in the Pillory from nine of the clock in the morning till one in the afternoon, which accordingly was done. Several Complaints were this day made of the like forgeries, and Instructions passed to make Offenders in this nature more exemplar for the time to come. Letters this day make mention of several Robberies committed, and 5 Highwaymen taken in one Inn on the borders of Northamptonshire. The Duke of Lorrain doth still continue a prisoner in Antwerp, where he is used very magnificently; it being the nobleness of the Spaniard to use their prisoners with more humanity than other Nations are accustomed to do. It is said that since the Imprisonment of the said Duke, several sums of his money have been discovered. The Jewels that were found about his daughter, which the young Lady did wear about her, though many of them were not laid open to public view are valued at one hundred thousand pound. Several complaints have been made, that some differing in judgment in points of Religion from others, have affronted them in their Pulpits to the scandal of Religion, whereupon there is something under consideration for a severe punishment to be inflicted impartially on all whatsoever who shall disturb the Congregation in their public worship of God. Another part of St Paul's Church falling down this week, and increasing the ruins of the former, his Highness was informed of it, and by order from him the Council took it into consideration to take the Aisles of the Church down; but nothing was concluded therein. It was this day advertised by Letters from the North that the Dutch Freebooters have taken six or seven small Vessels which came from Sunderland, and caused another to run ashore near Hartlepool. A Freebooter of Enchuisen hath lately retaken the Merchant's ship called The Chestnut tree of Amsterdam, which had been taken by our ships not far from the Ulie. There is arrived at the Ulie a fleet of 140 sail, which came from the Eastlands, a great part whereof are come to Amsterdam, and the rest to several other Ports in that Country, their lading is chiefly Corn, and materials for setting forth of ships. By Letters from Deal it was advertised, that on Thursday last another Fleet of Merchants belonging to the Dutch, consisting of about one hundred and fifty sail did steer Westwards, they sailed close by the Coast of France, and had a fair wind, which was the reason that our Fleet lying at Saint Ellens point, could not so suddenly discover them, nor easily overtake them. This Dutch fleet had a fear they should be surprised in their passage, they had therefore a strong Convoy with them consisting of 60 Men of War, but having brought them beyond the danger which they feared, a great part of them returned the same way they came, the others did go along with the fleet, being bound to several Ports lying on the Western Seas. In the mean time we make great preparations for completing our summer's Fleet, 1000 private soldiers, besides seamen, were on Monday last drawn out of the 4 Regiments about London, and sent on ship board. It was yesterday also by Letters advertised, that Gen Middleton is come again to Scotland with two Men of War, the greatest part of their lading was Arms, and Ammunition, some Corn, and some say some quantity of money, he landed at Uny in Southerland, there came with him, Sir George Monroe the younger. Major Gen: Dyel. Thomas Dyell. Colonel Gordon The Lord Nappeir. Lodowick Drumland The rest are said to be Soldiers of Fortune, and not any one man of Fortune amongst them, the Letters from Holland do confess them to be three hundred in number, but the Letters from Scotland do not acknowledge them to be so many, they were no sooner landed, but as if they were peradvertised of the necessities of their Countrymen, they immediately dispatched fifty picked men under the command of Major Gen: Dyel, with ten Horse load of Arms, the rest they carried along with them, intending to meet with Glencarn in the Brays of Murray, where they are to have their Rendezvous. The Lord Protector hath issued forth Orders that all Officers concerned therein shall repair to their charges in Scotland. The Commissioners chosen out of the Council of the Ld: Protector, did this Day meet again on the Articles of Agreement with the Dutch Ambassadors, which it is hoped will suddenly come to a good conclusion. The names of our Commissioners are, Philip Lord Lile. John Laurence Esquire. Major General Lambert. Coll: George Montague. Sir Gilbert Pickering. Walter Strickland Esquire It is advertised from Scotland, that since the arrival of Gen: Middleton the Highlanders do grow numerous; at the Rendezvous in Murrayland the Arms were distributed, some monies received, & Letters read from their titular King, promising his assistance to the uttermost of his power, at which some signs of great joy were made, which were suddenly cooled by the tidings of the approach of our Army, of which more in the next. The titular King of Scots of his own accord did choose to go into Germany, it being a Journey a long time in his intention The Qu: of Bohemia is going to Frankendale which is her Dowry, a most wealthy place, and of great frequentation, it being the middle way betwixt Worms, and Spiers, where she will do the best she can to entertain him; I have heard of Letters which affirm that the titular King of Scots is no way discouraged at his removal out of France, so familiar are his misfortunes with him. Great was the joy the other day at Wollidg, at the launching forth of the new Frigate which carrieth 60 guns, and was then christened Mirston moor. There is building another great ship for War, which is as broad, and longer than the Sovereign. That which this week is most remarkable is: ☞ The landing of Gen: Middleton in Scotland with two ships laden with Arms, some monies, 300 Soldiers and the Names of the Commanders, their Levies increasing, and their King's Letters read at the general Rendezvous. The approach of the English Army to them. The Results of the Treaty with the Dutch and the Names of our Commissioners chosen to conclude the Union. Some Prizes taken by the Dutch. Divers of their Merchants come house from the East and 100 gone to the West with a Convoy of 69 Men of War. The English Fleet launched forth, and the Debates of the Council of State for the of Paul's.

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From Tuesday, March 28. to Tuesday, April 4. 1653. Although peradventure it be not much minded here, and there is no need for it, yet in my opinion the endeavours of Monsieur De Servient, a great Minister of the State in the Kingdom of France are very remarkable, he declares that he will enrich and reform the whole State, and that the King's Crown Land shall be bought again; and that, after that, the people shall not be undone by so many Taxes. It is advertised from France, that the Reformed Churches begin there to be much mistrusted that they neither are nor will be quiet; their Deputies have made their complaints at Court with great vigour and resolution; and the Baron of Estissack hath been heard to affirm, that the Reformed Churches have sent advertisements into England, and that for certain they have some design in hand contrary to the service of his Majesty. It is certain that the Duke of Lorrain begins to be favoured again by the Spaniard, for the Archduke hath ordered, that the Earl of Bussigny, and the Abbot of Mercy shall be removed from the Castle of Antwerp to the Castle of Gant, on purpose to gratify the Duke of Lorrain, who was very much offended that they should be imprisoned in the same prison with him. The Letters from Brussels do advertise, that many Irish do daily arrive there out of Ireland, who are all to secure the Pr: of Conde, and are marching to Namur where they are to be clothed, and armed. They are said to be men extremely poor, and for the most part naked; many of them die through want and poverty in the wait. It was advertised from Holland that great preparations we have made to put forth to Sea doth much startle them there, but it is hoped that the Treaty will be Signed before the two Fleets do meet abroad. I shall in this place give you a List of several Prizes taken by the Phnix, Newcastle, Assurance, and Mermaid Frigates since February, 1653. March 2. taken by the Newcastle Frigate, one Galliot hoy, whose mast being shot by the board, she was burnt. Taken the same day by the Assurance Frigate, the Hope of Housdown, burden 50 Tons, only Ballast on board. Taken then also by the Phnix the Claus of Housdown, burden 50 Tons, only Ballast on board. March 14. Taken by the Mermaid's Boat, the Skell-fish of Mazelana Sluys with Fish, Salt, and some empty Cask. Taken the same day also by the Phnix her Boat, the Phampart of Muzeland Sluys, burden thirty Tons, with Fish, Salt, and empty Cask likewise. March 12. Taken by the Mermaid the Providence of Mazeland Sluys, burden 28 Tons, with the like lading. March 17. Brought by the Lee by the Phnix, and her boat sent on board, and afterward run on board by the Newcastle, who broke her head, and Boltsprit, and forced the Phnix her Boat off, viz: the Fortune of Delfs Haven, burden 200 Tons, laden with brandy Wine, French Wine, prunes, &c. Taken the same day by the Phnix the Blue pigech of Pumurland, burden 200 Tons, laden also with Brandy Wine, French Wines, and Prunes. March 18. Taken by the Mermaid one Galliot Hoy, burden 25 Tons. March 19. Taken by the Mermaid two Scotch Vessels; the one laden with Beef, Flower, Train Oil, Deer-skins, and Sugars, the other had only Ballast; both of them were going for Holland, having been first taken by a Private Man of War belonging to Enchuisen, but thus recovered. March 20. Taken by the Mermaid the Waking Bay of Enchuysen, and with her eight guns, 150 pounds of powder, shot proportionable, twelve Pikes, ten Muskets, eight Pistols, and a Boat with four Oars. It is advertised by Letters from Scotland that since Middleton, there is a Lord landed with some more men, and Arms. The last Thursday were brought here in a Pink sent for that purpose Letters of the 20. Instant from the Lord Ambassadors now in England, whereby we hear they give advice to the Lord's States, that the Treaty of Peace was not yet concluded, but that preparations for sea were made there in all haste, the occasion whereof was unknown to them, which caused some suspicions, and jealousies amongst the said Lord's States; Insomuch that the Vice Admiral Ruyter, and the Scout by night, Tromp, with other Captains received Orders to resort presently to Amsterdam, which they did accordingly on Wednesday morning, as also several Messengers were dispatched to the Councils of the Admiralties. The Lieut: Admiral: the Lord Van Opdam was likewise commanded to come from Brabans where he was, hither. And yet we cannot understand by the Letters come from London the night between the 20. and 21. that any difficulties should have risen wherefore the Treaty should not go on, so that it is believed that the same may have a good success, and that those preparations made there may be for some other design. We have very little certainty of the Scottish Affairs. It is presumed that Middleton is arrived in Scotland to gather what forces he can to restore the titular King his Master's Fortune. Last night a Pink hath been by the Lord's States dispatched from Scheveling into England, though he be but stirring up humours to a boy, which without question will break this Spring. What more thunderbolts yet? Is this all we can say of Peace during all this Treaty betwixt us and Holland would not any man think it sufficient, when that men are to treat upon indifference which concern themselves, that they should agree for themselves, and leave the rest to stand or fall upon their own legs ? is it not sufficient that we are like to lose more by others; but me thinks this doth not satisfy the Reader, therefore more particularly thus: These Ambassadors from Holland have protracted much time to little purpose, unless they suddenly conclude for themselves & leave out Denmark, about which they pretend they must have new Instructions, or Orders from their Superiors, and have sent Letters accordingly, and the States have sent Letters unto them: In the mean time Action grows ripe both for Sea and Land, (and truly we have seldom sailed of good success over a Fast.) At a late Rendezvous of Holland Fleet they talk of 300 sail, besides 50 Fireships, and at a Land rendezvous, in Scotland they give forth of themselves, that they are 10000 Foot, and 7000 pitiful Horses; and still they are forcing the Country, and fed with such fond thoughts from beyond Sea, that the common Soldiers begin to vapour, and say that at their next Rendezvous they will cry, Vive Le Roy. Now to let you understand how this business is balanced, take notice that the English fleet is floating upon the Narrow seas in a most stately equipage, both for gallantry, and number. Also the Lord Henry Cromwell having settled Ireland in a gallant posture of Peace, and quietness, is returned safe, and in Scotland (for all the proud boasts of the Enemy) our Army desire nothing more, than to have a fair combat with them. We have given fair satisfaction before of the Audience of the French Ambassador, and his Speech. I wish the difference (which brake forth into blows) between the French Ambassador's Gentlemen, and Portugal Ambassadors at Tower-hill after their landing, may not prove a bad Omen. We have Intelligence of 5 ships more taken this week, and of a fight about an hour long betwixt 5 of the Dutch, and 3 English,, and 3 English took 2 of the Dutch. By Letters from Scotland it is advertised, that the Ld: Ray hath sent to Gen: Middleton's Magazine for Arms. Seafort with his 700 men was not long since to be at Crabsdale. Gen: Middleton, and Gen: Monroe than at Strathsnager in the North. The whole Body of the Scotch both Horse and Foot were some few days afterwards to rendezvous at Jure. The Garrison of Leuys have made slaughter of the Country people who at Crabsdale joined with Seafort. The old Inhabitants joined with our men against the rest of the Country, so that the divisions amongst themselves do cause great devastations in those parts. Sir Arthur Forbes is again come down from the hills, and divers parties in several places steal Horses, which, it is said, that the wit of man cannot prevent. The Commander in chief of Scotland hath put forth a Proclamation, requiring all Burroughs to secure all suspicious persons, or to give intelligence of them to the next garrisons or quarters, under the penalty of being deemed Enemies to the present Government, and to be proceeded against accordingly. Several Towns hath been lately found guilty of the breach of this Proclamation, and have been fined by a Court Marshal for the same. The Fast week, a Town but 2 miles from Edinburgh was fined 200 li. sterling for harbouring fifteen of the Enemy for the space of a night and a day, and neither securing them, nor giving intelligence of them, at their going away they stole 15 horses. The person in whose house they were concealed is during pleasure to suffer Imprisonment, and the house where they were harboured is ordered to be razed to the ground, and a pair of Gallows to be raised in the same place. There are divers other Parishes who on the same account are summoned in to the Court Marshal, and will suffer with them. By Letters from Scotland it is again advertised, that Col: Cooper with a party of Horse and Dragoons being seconded with another party of ours did fall into the Isle of Leven where 300 of the Enemy were quartered, they took a Trumpeter and 35 other prisoners, and narrowly missed McNaughton who was Commander in chief, and Peauzh his Lieutenant General, they killed 12 of the Enemy, one of them was a Lieutenant of Horse; they took 60 Horse and some Arms, and totally routed the whole party. By Letters from the West it is advertised that the Commander of the Sapphire Frigate hath taken a Dutch Merchant, and sent her into Plymouth, she was for the most part unladen. Another of our Frigates called the Paul hath taken a Flushing Man of War of fifteen guns, she is also sent into Plymouth, the fight continued five hours, we lost not many men, but sustained some damages in the sails, and Rigging; the enemy lost thirteen men, and the ships much torn, there was silver, and Wine in her, enough to make merry the hearts of those that took her. Yesterday an Ordinance was passed for suspending the proceedings of the Judges in the Act Intituled, The Act for Relief of Creditors, and poor Prisoners, it is to this effect. Whereas upon perusal, and serious consideration had of one Act of Parliament, Intituled, An Act for the relief of Creditors, and poor Prisoners, many Doubts, and difficulties do appear, which must necessarily occasion an Explanation of the said Act, for the better enabling the Judges in the said Act named and authorized for sale of such Estates as are to be sold by the said Act, for satisfaction of Creditors, which cannot in short time be effected; and without such Explanation, and further direction to be given to the several and respective Judges authorized in, and by the said Act, several inconveniences, and mischiefs would grow, not only to the said Creditors, and Prisoners, but to divers other persons, not meant or intended to be included within the said Act, and will occasion many troubles, and suits in Law, and Equity; For the prevention whereof, due care is likewise to be had: And whereas many of the said Prisoners have offered really to endeavour the satisfaction of the said Creditors if some further time may be given for that purpose. Be it therefore Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, that the said several and respective Judges mentioned in the Act, or any of them, shall not proceed to the sale, or Disposition of any Estates Real or Personal, of any of the said Prisoners, or any other person or persons whatsoever, mentioned or intended in or by the said Act; or of any the powers or authorities given by the same, until the 20 day of April next. And be it further ordained by the Authority aforesaid, that all Acts or things to be done by the said several and respective Judges, or any of them, by virtue, colour, or pretence of the said Act, from henceforth, and before the said 20 day of April, shall be utterly void, null, and of none effect; saving only that it shall, and may be lawful for the said several and respective Judges that have bailed, or let our Prisoners, &c I was in good hope to be the first man that should inform you of the Signing and Sealing of the Articles of Peace betwixt the two Commonwealths of England and Holland, and of the glad sight of the Olive leaves under the happy Government of Oliver our Protector, I am the Trumpet that sounds before it, you will suddenly hear the Proclamation published. It is advertised, that the titular King of Scotland is yet in France, where (say the Letters) he will stay a little, and see what effects the Treaty will produce betwixt England and France. He had a Present given him a little before Easter but some of the Protestant Nobility of that Kingdom. In the Holidays his Mother came to see him in the Palace Royal, and the King her Nephew in the Lovure, and on the next day returned to her devotions in the Nunnery. There is a Report of two English ships brought into Tholoon, which it is said, were taken by the French not far from Messina. The Letters from Scotland speak of the Highlander's Army joined all into one Body, which no doubt will be dispersed again into several parties for the Countries where they are, are so wasted, that they cannot maintain them, and it is probable they will not draw together with an intent to give Battle until the middle of May, before which time the Peace with Holland, and Denmark will so startle them, that they will have but little Resolution to fight. The Newcastle Frigate hath taken a Dutch Man of War of fourteen Guns, and sent her into Burlington Bay; This was one of the four Capers that did much annoy us on the Northern Seas. The Newcastle Frigate lay cruising three or four days before he handsomely could snap her. That which this week is most remarkable, is: ☞ The Articles of Peace betwixt England, Holland, and Denmark, absolutely concluded on. A great Victory obtained against the Highlanders in Scotland, with the true manner, and particulars of the Fight, and the number of the Enemy killed, and taken Prisoners. A great Fight at Sea, and some Dutch Men of War taken. The present condition of the titular King of Scotland in France, and a Present made unto him by some of the Protestant Nobility of that Nation. The Commissioners for the relief of Creditors, and poor Prisoners not to proceed these twenty days.

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A Declaration of the States of Holland, and the last Articles of Peace signed by them. An Ordinance of General Pardon passed by his Highness the Lord Protector, with the advice of his Council, to the Scottish Highlanders which shall come in by a certain day; and Gen: Monck gone to manage the affairs there. The high Resolution of the Queen of Sweden. A great Council held by the titular King of Scots, in which it was resolved that the late Queen of England shall go to Argeirs, her Eldest Son to Chantily; the Duke of York to Scotland, and Pr: Rupert for Germany. The Lord Protector's coming to lie at Whitehall, and a strange Apparition of a very tall black man clothed in white. There being found out some new matter against Lieutenant Colonel John Lilburn, he was for the better securing of the Peace of this Commonwealth, Ordered to be carried from the Tower of London, to a place more remote. By Letters from Germany we had Intelligence, that a Rabbi of that Country hath taken so much notice of the Warlike actions, and other Heroical, and politic behaviour, that he hath thought it worthy of publishing the same in Print throughout that Nation, which adds much unto his Honour, that those of desert in Foreign Nations, should be sensible of those things which many undeserving People of our own Country are ignorant of, or at least have not the heart cordially to acknowledge. The Prisoners belonging to the Upper Bench have Petitioned his Highness the Lord Protector, and thereunto annexed certain proposals viz. 1. That in case the said act be thought fit to be continued which we hope will not be, being so much against Law, and the custom of the Nation, as to make so many noble Knights, and Gentlemen Bankrupts, a thing never yet done, your Petitioners may be an Act by you to be made, by way of addition, or explanation of the former, enjoy their liberty not only till April now at hand, but for six months longer, and may have time till then to pay their debt, being the time is so far relapsed, and your Petitioners still kept in prison, though they petitioned Salter's Hall for their liberty till April, so shall they not be surprised, and their Estates sold at half the value, which otherwise cannot be avoided to the utter ruin of them, and theirs. 2. That your Petitioners may have the same relief, and remedy against such who owe them monies, as their Creditors have against them, in case they pay not within six months, else how can your Petitioners pay their Debts? 3. That your Petitioners may not be so wholly deprived of their Estates, but that they may receive such a pittance thereout, that they and their Wives, and Children perish not in the meantime, and that when their Estates be sold, some regard may be had to preserve the chief house, and 4th. or 5th. part of the Estate for the relief of Wife, and Children, for that was allowed to such who were accounted Traitors. 4. That the Judges in the said Act mentioned, or some others, may have power when they have truly stated all debts, to force the Creditor to take Land for their monies either at 20. years purchase, being monies is at 6 per Centum, or at so many years purchase as is usual in the Country where the Lands lye, at least to take so much by way of Mortgage, where the Debtor, and Trustees, or such who have interest in the same, shall consent to pass it, as will per annum amount to the interest of his money for some time for the security, as the said Judges, or any others persons to be so entrusted shall think fit, and order, upon hearing both sides. And in case the Debtor pay not in that time, that the Creditor giving him every twenty pound more in every 100 l. shall have a full and absolute Estate for him, and his Heirs forever; and that the said Judges may have power to proceed as a Bankrupt against such as shall refuse to stand to one of these, in case you will have it so, and also to qualify interest during the War, as the Lords Commissioners are enabled to do. 5. That they may have power also where they find any Prisoner grievously oppressed, or kept wrongfully in prison, either for a pre-satisfied Debt, or by Judgements surreptitiously obtained by the fraud, and knavery of Attorneys, or otherwise, to give the party injured good Damages, either from the Prosecutor, or Attorney, as cause shall require, as well as not for Declaring. 6. That whereas the said Act makes all such ipso facto to be Bankrupts, that pay not their Debts before the first of April, that your Highness, and your Honourable Council will declare, what Debts is thereby intended, whether all the Debts they owe (which if so, all are Bankrupts; neither is all their Debts yet due, nor demanded, or only such for which they be charged in Execution, before the 20. of Octob. which they conceive to be the true meaning of the Act, and not leave the same arbitrarily to the Judges, who are of different Judgements therein, lest the Prisoner be thereby ensnared, and ruined. 7. That for the better Execution, and performance of the premises, an Oath may be given to the said Judges, that they shall execute the power to them given, according to the best of their skill and judgement, uprightly and truly, without respect of persons, partiality, or any sinister respect whatsoever, which is no more than all the Judges and Justices of England are sworn to do; and that so much the rather, for that the said Judges are accountable to none but a Parliament, which is not to be till September next, so that we may in the meantime be destroyed: But by this means the Creditors are sure to have their just Debts, and Interest in a short time, and your Petitioners, Wives, Children, and posterities preserved from utter ruin. Notwithstanding all the several beatings those which raise Levies meet with, yet so inveterate is the malice of these people against us, that they will be barking: several parties of them that have been up in Galloway have been met withal, and within these four or five days Major Bridges with a party of Col: Okies' took 8 of the Rebels, and 12 Horse in one place, in another place killed 3. took 8 and 25 horse. Cornet Kennes with a party of 20 Horse of Major Gen: Harrison's late Regiment coming from Dumfries, a party of 40 of the Enemy made an attempt upon them, they received the onset, and then charged them, routed the Rebels, killed 4 on the place, took 6 (whereof three mortally wounded) and divers horse. The next day Lieut: Hickman of that same Regiment joining with him, engaged a party of 80 of the Rebels, took 11 prisoners, and above 20 horse; Captain Campbell who commanded them was shot in the back, his horse taken, but himself escaped. Glencarn Glengary &c. are gone over Tayne in Sutherland to join with Middleton, they give themselves out to be 4000 but I doubt not but Col: Morgan will engage them with his party. Montrosse, and the Lord Dudhop are raising their Levies upon the Brays of Angus, they two will be met withal in time. Glasgow 3 April thus: Lieutenant Hickman whom Colonel Cooper sent out with a party of horse towards Galloway, met with the Enemy about 80 Horse, who routed them, and took 23 horse, wounded the Captain that commanded the party, killed 5 men, and wounded divers, and took 11 prisoners. It is advertised that the Peace is welcome news to the States of Holland, &c. and that they will suddenly send a Messenger with Thanks to their Ambassadors, and their approbation; and then it is to be published by both, on the same day. That there shall be a closer Alliance and confederacy between the Commonwealth of England, and the States of the United Provinces, than was ever heretofore. That the Peace be published by both Commonwealths upon one and the same day; after which, all acts of hostility to cease after ten days in the British Seas; from thence to the Cape of St: Vincent after six weeks, and to the Mediterranean Sea after six weeks, and the furthest parts before eight months; after which all Prizes to be restored. That all acts past be forgotten, and all prisoners on both sides released; both to defend each other against all enemies, neither to act anything against the other. That all hostility cease between England, and Denmark, none to assist each other against them; and the one not to receive those the other declares to be enemies, but cause them upon notice to depart within 28. days upon pain of death. That no private persons be suffered to assist the enemies of either, not to pay to either greater Impositions than others. The States' ships to strike their Flags to the English in the British Seas; no retreat to be given to Pirates in any of the Ports of either; each to comprehend the other in any Treaty with any Nation, if desired. That if any particular Persons break the Peace, it shall not break the National Confederacy: but those that do it to be punished. The Subject of each to travel freely through all quarters of each, by Water or Land, not exceeding forty in a company, and submitting to the laws where they are. That in storms each may have Harbour under other, if they break not bulk, without paying of Customs. The Merchants or Mariners of either Commonwealth not to be pressed to serve under the other, but upon the inevitable necessity, and then to have satisfaction. That in each other's Country, they pass between their Ships, and Inns with lawful Weapons, both Offensive, and Defensive. That all ships of both Commonwealths defend each other against all whomsoever, sailing their course to either, &c.. At a meeting of several of the Commissioners for trial, and approbation of public Preaching Ministers, it was thought fit that a Letter should be sent abroad to their Brethren, in these words. Dear Brethren: There being nothing under Heaven of greater importance, than the preaching of the glorious Gospel of Jesus Christ, you cannot but be very sensible of what weight and concernment it is to take a right estimate of all that offer themselves, as pass a due approbation of such only, as Christ himself would have admitted to that great employment. A great part of which service in this Nation the Lord by his providence hath cast upon us, and is by us undertaken, as with much fear and trembling, so with a deep sense, that the effectual accomplishment thereof will much depend upon the Testimonial exhibited to us, concerning the holy and good Conversation of such as seek for approbation from us. Wherefore considering how easily, and frequently abuses creep into businesses of this nature, partly through the endeavours of those who are ill deserving, and partly through the non attendance of others, who are better minded. For the prevention of any such miscarriage, we have thought it our duty, hereby humbly, and earnestly to beseech all the People of God throughout the Land, who shall send any Certificate to us, that they would not take things upon the opinion and report of others, but (according to the good provision made in the Ordinance, designing us to this Service) to certify their own personal knowledge and experience, so as neither any, whom God accepteth; may want the testimony of his servants, not any be recommended by them whom he disalloweth; lest guilt be contracted by you, to whose testimonials so much is referred, as that through carelessness or partiality therein, very unworthy men may unawares be admitted, to the dishonour of God, the prejudice of his Church, and the utter frustrating of the pious intentions of our Governors, and we also be accounted blame worthy, if through your misinformation, way being made for our mistakes, we should at any time act amiss. This we are, and shall be more liable to, by reason of the difficulty of our making discovery in a short time of several men's graces and gifts, in so full and ample a manner, as would be desired for just satisfaction, without the faithful help of such as having been observers of them, and conversant with them, do more fully know, not only the tenure of their Doctrine, but the constant course of their lives. It being a much more easy thing to be able to describe what a godly man should be, than to be one indeed. Nor may we doubt, but there are some men, who having first willingly deceived themselves by a false apprehension and persuasion of their own condition, and estate in grace, will think it easy to deceive us, by giving a false account of that condition. But as such do well to consider that he who tryeth the Spirit is not mocked, neither can anything be hid from his eyes, and that they must undergo another kind of Test, than this slender scrutiny of ours, when the secret of all hearts shall be laid open, and brought to light: So our Brethren may please to consider what opportunity is put into their hand by this Address made unto them for the avoiding of such mistakes, and the inconveniences which may follow upon them through their neglect; besides the blot which will deservedly stick to them, not only for the present, but with posterity, and succeeding times, forasmuch as the Certificates now exhibited will appear upon Record, &c. From Portsmouth thus. The last Monday Col: Haynes the Governor of Jersey, Capt: Willet and other Officers came to this Port from London, and with them Lieut: Col: John Lilburn: They are now gone for Jersey, and having fair wind it is thought that by this time Lilburn is in possession of those Lodgings in the Castle wherein Mr. Prin heretofore had better quarters than his Friends expected. Upon the return of the Dutch Ambassadors into Holland with an Olive branch of peace, we hear that Bonfires were made at Amsterdam. The States General have declared their readiness to Sign and Seal, and had a full meeting the 10th of April. An Agent from the King of Denmark is arrived here with Addresses to the Lord Protector, and is to have Audience this week. The Treaty with the French also goes on apace. Great probability is also of Peace with Sweden, and it is looked upon as the last great and renowned act which that Queen will accomplish, for she is resolved so soon as that is done to give over the Government. Having thus far made way with foreign Princes, his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council (for the perfecting of a firm peace throughout this Commonwealth) have passed an Ordinance, offering pardon to the Scottish Highlanders which come in at or before a certain day. Gen: Monck set forwards for Scotland on Thursday last. About the middle of the next week the Lord Protector settles in White Hall, the lodgings, Offices, and Officers, being now all sitted and in a readiness. We have only one more to mention from Scotland, viz: there hath often times of late appeared very strange sights near Edinburgh, which hath given such an occasion of talk, that the beholders have been examined before the Judge of Nasserrveld, and they testify, that they have often seen a Troop of black Horse, a rich Coach, and some Wagons, and many Footmen come out of a Wood, and another in white, led by a very tall black man, which put the rest to flight. From Paris we had certain Intelligence, that the titular King of Scots held lately a great Council, whereat it was resolved, that the little Queen his Mother should go to Argiers, himself to Chantilly, and the Duke of York into Scotland; their stipends from France being promised to be paid. The Lord Protector is generally commended in all the printed sheets which come forth in Holland, France and Germany.

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The Articles of Agreement fully concluded upon by the States of Holland, & the proclaiming of Peace on Thursday next within the Commonwealth of England. The hanging forth of the white Colours aboard the English & Dutch fleets; and the coming in of the Brest men of war into the very mouth of Severn, seizing of the English Vessels, and beating us with our our own weapons. The great Rendezvous of Gen. Middleton in Scotland, the dividing of his Army into several Brigades, the number of forces is each County to be levied, and a Narrative of the particular proceedings on both sides. London, Printed by R. Wood, for G, Horton, for information of the. The first thing that presents itself to public view this Week, is, the motion of the grand Wheels in Sweden, between her Royal Majesty Queen Christiana, and his Excellency the Lord Ambassador Whitlock; whose industrious Negotiation has received a candid acceptation; for indeed the Queen has so great an affection for England, and in particular to His Highness the Lord Protector, that she is very inclinable to make up this alliance before she acquits the Government, which will be a very fair and specious conclusion of her Reign, that she has gained to Sweden so considerable an Ally as the State of England. This day came to my hand, The substance of the Peace agreed upon between England and Holland, which according to the best Intelligence that I can gather, is to this effect; but somewhat larger in particulars, That there shall be a closer Alliance and Confederacy between the Commonwealth of England, and the States of the United Provinces, than was heretofore. That the Peace be published by both Commonwealths, upon one and the same day; after which, all Acts of Hostility to cease after 10 days, in the British Seas; from thence to the Cape of St. Vincent after six weeks, and to the Mediterranean sea after ten weeks, and the furthest parts before eight months; after which, all prizes to be restored. That all acts past be forgotten, and all prisoners on both sides released; both to defend each other against all enemies, neither to act anything against the other. That all hostility cease between England and Denmark; none to assist the Rebels of either Nation with any supply, but assist each other against them; & neither to receive those that are declared enemies, but cause them upon notice to depart within 28 days, on pain of death. That no private persons be suffered to assist the enemies of either, nor to pay to either greater Impositions than others. The States' ships to strike their Flags to the English in the British Seas; no retreat to be given to Pirates in any of the Ports of either; each to comprehend the other in any Treaty with any Nation, if desired. That if any particular persons break the peace, it shall not break the National Confederacy, but those that do it to be punished. The Subjects of each to travel freely through all quarters of each, by Water or Land, not exceeding forty in a company, and submitting to the Laws where they are. That in storms each may have harbour under other, if they break not bulk, without paying of Customs, The Merchants or Mariners of either Commonwealth not to be pressed to serve under the other, but upon inevitable necessity, and then to have satisfaction. That in each other's Country, they pass between their Ships and Inns with lawful weapons, offensive and defensive. That all ships of both Commonwealths defend each other, against all whomsoever, sailing their course together. That if any other take any ships out of either of their Dominions, both parties to engage against them until restitution be made. The Searchers of both, to take no more of any of either, than their instructions. Letters of Reprisal not to be given for damage caused, if in three months satisfaction may be had. That such as have private Commissions, put in good security not to damage the Subjects of either Commonwealth, That not above 8 ships of War remain in any Port of the other's Commonwealth, without consent. That Justice be done by the States on those that are alive, that murdered the English in Amboyna. That there may be Commissioners on both sides to examine the differences of the inhabitants of both Nations in the East Indies, Greenland, Muscovy, Brazil, or other places, and if they cannot agree within three months, to refer it to be determined by the Protestant Switzers. Security is already given for payment of the monies to the Eastland Company, upon the business of Denmark, and the sum agreed upon. Take here the Copy of a Letter from Scotland. SIR, The enclosed will inform you what kind of task the Horse are put upon in these parts, to suppress the Rebels and Mossers, who daily gather and are as often scattered. Besides what was done by Major General Harrison's late Regiment, commanded by Cornet Kennet, coming from Dumfries, with some Seffe which they had collected, were set upon by 40 of the Enemy, received their charge, and then charged through the Rebels, routed them, killed 4 on the place, took 6 whereof 3 mortally wounded, and had only 4 of his party wounded. Lieut. Hickman with another party fell upon 60 of the Enemy under the command of Captain Campbel, took 6 above 20 horse: Captain Campbel was shot in the back, his horse taken, but he himself escaped amongst the Whins and Bogs. Glencarn's and Glengarry &c. are gone over Taine into Southerland to join with Middleton, and then they will be near 4000. yet I doubt not but Col. Morgan will endeavour to engage them with his party. Montross and the Lord Dodhoppe are raising men in the Brays of Angus, and report already speaks them 300 horse. Thus do they daily strive to make themselves and the Country miserable, having yet appeared the most cowardly enemy that ever we dealt withal. Upon Monday night last they had a party returning from the South towards Aberfoy pass, to which joined another party of the enemy, of about 60 Horse and 60 Foot, commanded by Col. Mac-Naughton; at which time Cornet Keys with about 20 horse from Dumbarton, and Lieutenant Francis Young of Captain Callant's company of Col. Read's Regiment, with 18 Horse, and 30 Foot from Bohannan made after them; the Enemy got the Pass first, nevertheless they were totally routed by ours, who killed one Captain, and 12 private soldiers, took Lieutenant Col. George Herriot, William Bohannan Captain, Robert Camphel Cornet, Hugh Wells Quartermaster, above 40 private soldiers, and above 20 horse, Mac-Naughton fled with 16 Horse, and all of them being killed and taken save himself and 3 others. We had only one killed, one wounded, and two horses killed. This is all the intelligence that affords itself at present, having had nothing from our parties that are abroad in these parts since the last. The Scots rise in several parties in the Lowlands, and 4 or 500 have been lately dispersed in several parties, and divers of them killed and taken. And Gen. Monk is gone to take command of the Forces in Scotland. Dalkeith April 6, 1654. From Colchester it is certified, That the Right Honourable Col. Barkstead, High Steward of the aforesaid Town, was received with great solemnity, by the Mayor, Aldermen, Common-Council-men, Burgesses, and other eminent Townsmen; who conducted him to the Town-Hall, where he was at the Sessions sworn free Burgess, and a Justice of Peace. After, a Declaration was agreed on, and signed by them all, which he this day presented to his Highness the Lord Protector. The last Post from Rochel in France advertiseth, That the Report of the conclusion of the Treaty between England, and the United Provinces, and that nevertheless there was a mighty Fleet ready to go to Sea, riding near Portsmouth, the same hath given a strong alarm along the Coast of Brittany, in these parts, as far as the River of Bordeaux, each Governor and Commander of Castles standing much upon their guards, and not only so, but they have likewise sent letters to the Court, not only to demand assistance, but also to know His Majesty's pleasure therein. The Governor of the castle of Falkenstein having a most cruel manner plundered a Minister's house, turned him and his Family out of doors; but it so incensed the Countries adjacent, that watching their opportunity when one half of the Garrison was absent, resolved to make a retaliation thereof, and most unanimously (as one man) marched up to the Walls, assaulted the Defendants, and at last entered the Turn-pikes, took possession of the Gates, and as many as were found in opposition were all put to the sword, and the Governor (for his cruelty) let blood in the Neck vein, and so he departed this life, From Minhead it is advertised, That the Brest men of war do much harm in that channel, having of late taken several Vessels, whereof some of a considerable value which belonged to Bristol: others of no great esteem, yet too good to be lost. Nay, they are grown to such a height, that they dare presume to come even into the very mouth of Severn, where they beat us with our own Weapons, by employing our own Vessels against Us. From Ireland we have intelligence, that there is scarce anything wanting in that country but people to manure the ground, and a good conscience to hold forth their infallible practices, which indeed has been too much eclipsed in these our days. The plague is well appeased in many parts; yet notwithstanding the pestilence rageth too too much amongst many: from which, From Scotland we have intelligence, that on the first instant General Middleton had a general Rendezvous near Skilbo in Southerland; and after the receipt of Orders from this experienced Generalissimo, part of the Army marched for the South Highlands, the rest were to continue in the North, and both to prosecute their Levies, and then to join in the South. Commissions are gone forth in the Name of their Master Charles, to complete the Army, viz. And do proportionally in every county where they have command. The Lord Seaford, and Mackoldwie are suddenly expected with their Levies also, which are not a few; and this Son of Mars Lieut. Gen. Middleton gives out, that he hath brought a great store of Spanish Gold, lent by his Master the Emperor, from whom is expected a great Loan, and many men, which is negotiated by the Lord Wilmot, and to be brought by his Brother in law, which he had stayed for, but for the appeasing of the discontent he heard was amongst his friends, for his often failing in his promised coming amongst them. Sometimes they make desperate incursions, out pay often for their bold attempts. Nay, this is not all, but 'tis said they have more Arms and Ammunition landed. Of which, more in due time. In the interim, true it is, that many horse and foot are expediting down, and Lieu. col. Mitchil is marched with 9 Companies of Foot, six Troops of Horse, and a gallant party of resolute Dragoons, which are to march tomorrow to Brahan; to which are added 4 Troops of horse, and 3 companies of foot, all which, are to keep a pass at Dinghil, and to engage the enemy, if possible. The French Letters specify, that the King's Majesty hath sent to the little Queen, the K. of Scots, and the rest of her children, to desire them to remove out of his Territories, for that the English were resolved to send an Ambassador reciprocally into France, and that their pensions should be paid to them where they should please to point to have it paid; whereupon they are making preparations for their departure out of Paris, the Queen goes to dwell at Angers, and Charles Stuart with his brothers and Prince Rupert, are bound for Chantilly, and they have had serious consultations whether they should bend their course from thence to Scotland, or rather to Germany; the latter being supposed to be the safest way to keep their heads on their shoulders. There are some Merchants have received Letters from Holland, that the States of the United Provinces have signed and ratified the Instrument of Peace, and the Messengers are upon their return with it, for his Highness the Lord Protector to do the like. And it is supposed that on Thursday next being the 20 of this instant, Peace will be generally proclaimed throughout England and Holland, a copy of the Instrument I have briefly in the precedent pages presented you with. Three English Merchant's ships returning very richly laden from Smyrna, were set upon by three French men of War near Cape Spartavento, and after a cruel and bloody fight between them, they took one of the English, stranded another, and the third being nimble in sailing, escaped away by Messina. Also on the 25 of the last Month, a Mountain called Vesuvius in Naples, began to cast forth fire and ashes, to the great astonishment of thousands of people, who ran into the Churches, and caused the Bells to be rung, to give warning thereof to all the Country about. The States of Holland have sent an express to the King of Denmark to certify him what agreement they have made with England concerning that Kingdom, and begin to cease their warlike preparations all generally being very willing to embrace Peace. The last Letters from Germany advertise, That the new Levies are almost finished, and that great is the expectation of the Emperor's playing a new Game with certain Christian Princes. They have reinforced the strong Garrison of Casal, and the Dukes of Florence, Parma and are also raising But what their Design is, we cannot as yet give you an Account of; only thus much, that there is a bloody war to be carried on vigorously this Summer. Indeed, all Europe seems to be in a Chaos of confusion; and nothing but war and Rumours of war throughout most of the Christian Territories: The Vice King of Naples threatens destruction of Catalonia, and the King of Spain is determined to take field suddenly. The Prince of Conde begins to move, and his received new Instructions from the Council of Spain, which has given so great an alarm to the King of France, that no less than fifty thousand horse and foot are designed to impede their march, and Gen. Thurene is to advance forthwith into Picardy, and take a view of the Army, and to set it in a posture fit for a march: he has received Commission from his Master King Lewis as chief Generalissimo, and his Majesty and the great Court-Favourite Cardinal Mazarine, are both resolved to honour him with their own persons in the field, and to take a view of all the frontier Towns and Castles. Since the Prince of Conti's coming in to the King, and taking the Oath of Allegiance, his Majesty hath created him Vice King of Naples; and a very sumptuous and admirable Equipage is making ready for solemnising the Journey. The 14 instant, was acted at the Lovure the stately Italian Comedy, called, the Nuptials of Peleus and Thetis, being a thing of incomparable invention, and no less costly. There was a mighty affluence of people, amongst the rest, came the disconsolate Queen, her three Sons, Charles, James, and Henry, and the Princess her Daughter. The Duke of Lorain doth still remain at Antwerp close prisoner, and there is a strong Report that he is to be carried prisoner into Spain, which is malum omen, for the obtaining that liberty which he was promised, when he was apprehended. Ha! Ha! This is as like to prove as bad to him, as is already the disposing of all his estate that hath already been found in that estate. By Letters further from Holland it is certified, That the States have fully ratified the Agreement for Peace with great rejoicing and alacrity of Spirit, and that they have sent a Return of the Instrument to his Highness the Lord Protector; insomuch, that 'tis given out, that the Articles are to be proclaimed on Wednesday next. All which particulars, appears to be evident; for that the English Fleet hath weighed anchor from S. Hellen's Point, and now rides with their white Flags and Streamers in Stokes Bay. A great part of the sail for the Straits, and other places. The 14 instant, his Highness came to Whitehall, where He dined with many of the Lords of his Council; their Reception was performed magnificently; and a great affluence of People; but many returned unsatisfied, by reason that a guard of soldiers were put upon duty, upon the solemnising of the Feast. It is advertised, that Mr. John Lilburn is to have the privilege of a Habeas Corpus at the Return of the next Term; and 'tis hoped his enlargement will suddenly follow. The same measure I could wish might be meted to everyone under restraint.

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It matters not where we begin our Intelligence this week, feeling every day affordeth plenty from several parts, and therefore though we already hear a noise at Westminster, yet let us see how the wind blows further off, especially in Scotland, from whence we had this Letter following, which was written by a sure hand. The Earl of Athol is much discontented. The Country comes not in unto him, according to his expectation. Those Gentlemen in whom he reposed greatest trust, do forsake him, and his own Tenants refuse to pay him Rent. The Highlanders are not in haste, or in a resolution to fight with us. Three hundred of ours did what they could to engage four hundred of them, but they durst not stand to it, but retreated to their Mountains to protect them. I made mention in my last that Colonel Lilburn was advanced towards Sterling. The Highlanders have drawn a considerable body to a post betwixt Sterling and St. Johnstons, where they begin to fortify, but no doubt will suddenly be removed. They have stolen so many sheep from the Lowlands, that knowing not where to keep them, two of them (according to their proportion) which they do allow themselves do eat up a sheep a day. Two Troops of their Horse (which they have distributed into several Parties) taking the opportunity of Colonel Lilburn's being at Sterling, are come down this side Edinburgh, and in the Mey, and Tivisdale, have taken away a great number of Horse, they came so near to Berwick, that they seized upon two soldiers of that Garrison, they have come into several Gentlemen's Houses in that Country, and have disarmed them: The Lowlands are said to be as Malignant as ever. The civil usage of our Officers and Commanders hath not at all engaged them to the English Interest. They only do wait an opportunity, when the Highlanders under Kenmore, Glencarn, and the rest shall become so considerable, that they may rise as one man to destroy us. Our Horse and Foot in most parts of Scotland are often out in parties against the plundering Highlanders, but through want of timely Intelligence, cannot engage them. The House this day resumed the debate upon the Report made from the Committee of Tithes , which was as follows. 1. That it be presented to the Parliament as the best way for ejecting ignorant, profane, and scandalous Ministers; that Commissioners be sent from hence into all the Counties, divided into six Circuits (besides London and Middlesex) three Commissioners onto each Circuit, to join with four or six in every County and each Riding in Yorkshire to be a County) and that in every County the said persons, or five of them (two of the Commissioners sent from hence being always present) be empowered to eject all Ministers (of that Country) that are not of a good behaviour and holy in conversation, or that are not able and apt to teach, or in teaching hold not forth the faithful Word; or be not diligent or labour not in the Word and Doctrine, or be greedy of filthy lucre: And be also empowered to settle godly and able persons to preach the Gospel in all void places, and to unite two or three Parishes together, so that none be above three miles from the public meeting place. 2. That it be presented to the Parliament, That Dr. Arrowsmith Col.Goff, Major Hains, Mr. John Owen, Mr. Thomas Goodwin, Mr. Ben of Dorchester, Mr. Faircloth the elder, Mr. Leckier, Mr. Caryl, M. Stephen Marshall, Mr. Worthington, Mr. Turner, Mr. Tomes, Mr.Martin Holbech, Mr. Cradock, Mr. Jessey, Mr. Arthur Barnardiston, Mr. William Greenbill, Colonel Camfield, Mr. Dike, Mr. Stalham, may be sent Commissioners by three in a Circuit, for ejecting and settling of Ministers, according to the Rules prescribed. 3. That all such as are shall be approved for public Preachers of the Gospel in the public meeting-Places, shall have and enjoy the maintenance already settled by Law, and such other encouragement as the Parliament already hath appointed, or hereafter shall appoint: And that where any scruple is made of payment of Tithes, the three next Justices of the Peace, or two of them, and by the Oaths of lawful Witnesses, shall duly apportion the value of the said Tithes, to be paid either in money or Land, by them to be set out according to the said value, to be held and enjoyed by him that was to have the said Tithes; and in case such approved value be not duly paid or enjoyed according to the Order of said Justices, the Tithes shall be paid in kind, and shall be recovered in any Court of Record. 4. That upon hearing and considering what hath been offered to the Committee touching propriety in Tithes, of Incumbents Rectors, Possessors of Donatives or propriate Tithes. It is the opinion of this Committee, and resolved to be reported to the Parliament: that the said Persons have a legal propriety in Tithes. The House having spent several Days in debate of the whole Report, and especially of the first of the four parts thereof; and the Question being put, That this House doth agree with the first Clause of the Report, it passed in the Negative. It being moved in the House this Day, That the sitting of this Parliament any longer as now constituted, will not be for the good of the Commonwealth - and that therefore it was requisite to deliver up unto the Lord General Cromwell the Powers which they received from him; and that motion being seconded by several other Members, the House rose, and the Speaker with many of the Members of the House departed out of the House to Whitehall; where they being the greater number of the Members sitting in Parliament, did by a writing under their hands resign unto his Excellency their said Powers, and Master Speaker attended with the Members, did present the same unto his Excellency accordingly. His Excellency the Lord General Cromwell and his Council of Officers met this day, at which meeting, after a most Excellent Wise, Gracious, and Pious Speech made by His Excellency, full of Religion towards God, Prudence towards the State, and love and care towards this distracted Nation; some things were transacted in Order to a settlement, and sweet composure; the Union of all that fear the Lord is much desired; that so we may sit down comfortably under a safe and well-grounded Peace. Sir, In a Letter even now received, my servant writes me word, that the Hound, a Man of War of the States, hath sent into Plymouth a Ship belonging to Amsterdam, and bound home, from Lisbon with Salt and Sugar, burden 300.Tons: and that Captain Martin, Commander of the Bristol, who with some other Frigates and Ships, doth ply in the mouth of the Channel, hath sent into Plymouth two ships, who pretend of Hamburg, and bound thither, the one is four hundred Tons, 14 Guns: the other 100. Tons, both laden with Sugar and Oils, to a great value. When please God I come home, I shall endeavour to find out the truth, of which you shall hear. There are still gathering together a rude rabble of desperate people in the Highlands, headed by the Lord Kenmore, and some other Gentlemen of mean fortune, and in debt, and their numbers increasing by some loose and vagabond people, both English, Irish, and Scots, who having no other employment, make the pretence of engaging for the Scots King a cloak for their robbing and plundering the Country, which is all their way of livelihood; and might have been prevented, if some way had been thought of to have encouraged their transportation beyond Sea, for public service, which some of the chief of them were willing to; their chief heads are still in the Isle of Monteith, where they sit in Council, and expect some to come to them both from England, and from other parts, as also Ammunition from Middleton in Holland, which they are a little troubled hath hitherto been so much delayed, their number is in all not 3000. but are about a levy of 5000. more, yet they find the people that have a way of livelihood unwilling to join them, though they are not cordial with us. They steal out by parties and plunder, and rob, and presently are gone again. We had News of some of them some eight miles from this place come to put up a Garrison; but upon the march of a party of our Horse towards them, they soon took the Alarm, and retreated but carried away plunder, and forced some men. We have News here by Middleton, and others of the Scots King's Creatures, that the Highlanders in Scotland are Masters of the Field, and that all of the English Army are driven out of Scotland, and into some Garrisons, and this is spoken with as much confidence as impudence; but the whisperings here are as if there was like to be a peace with England, but all is kept private, as to particulars; the States being under an Oath of Secrecy. The general rout indeed cry out there will be no agreement, because they say that this State will not yield to any thing that may be prejudicial to the interest of this Nation. Yet our Grandees tell some friends that they have instructed their Deputies with such Offers to England, as they hope will prove a good expedient. But as with you in England, so also here in Holland and Zealand are great preparations to Sea against the Spring. And the States have given out new Orders to build 30. new Frigates more. For our new Sea-Monster proves a Chimera, and know not what to do to vindicate their repute in so ridiculous a folly, only as Friar Bacon was confined with the brazen-head, they lay the fault on the breaking of the Wheel work, but it will serve to lie in a gap to help towards the making up of one of their Breaches lately made by the Sea. The Sessions began this day in the Old Bailey, and divers Witnesses were examined to prove the heinousness of the Riot and murder committed by the Portugals in the New Exchange, whereof more hereafter; But in the next place, take notice that the Council of State do declare as followeth; That for as much as the said Exchange is a place of public resort and Trade, The Council have therefore thought it necessary hereby to declare their resentment of those Proceedings, and their just Displeasure against the same. And as they intend vigorously to prosecute the Offenders, so, to the intent the like evils may be better prevented in time to come, They do hereby strictly charge and require, That no Person or Persons, of what quality soever, do presume, at the said Exchange, or any other public place, to occasion, Encourage or Abet, any tumultuous Meetings, or hazard a breach of the civil Peace, by Drawing there, or in any other such place, any Sword or other weapon, Discharging, Presenting or bearing any Gun or Pistol, or firing of Powder in Granados, or in any otherwise whatsoever. Of which command, it will be expected that all Persons whatsoever take notice, and demean themselves accordingly, upon peril of being reputed, and dealt withal as disturbers of the public Peace, Whereof a very strict account shall be taken: And all Justices of the Peace, and other public Ministers, are required carefully to perform their duties in this behalf; as also to use their utmost endeavours to prevent and restrain all immodest, and unhandsome demeanours of such as shall resort to the said Exchange, That so no just cause of offence may be given to sober minds, or anything there acted dishonourable to Religion, or the Nation. From hence no News at all for the present, the Court remaining at Upsahla, where all is in expectation to hear of English Extraordinary Lord Ambassador Whitlock's arrival at Gottenburgh, who is said here to be departed from England, with a very stately Train; her Majesty having ordered, that as soon as they hear of his Lordship's landing, some of the chief Noblemen of this Kingdom should go down to receive and conduct his Excellency to the Court. We hear from England of our Commissary Mr. Lagerfelts taking leave and departure thence, as is said, with very good contentment and expedition; some were of opinion that he was to come along with the Lord Ambassador Whitlock, but we hear since of his journey over Land, and expect his arrival shortly. Two days ago one deputed from the King's Majesty, came to this City, and having obtained audience before the Senate, showed unto them the King's Commission, empowering him to Arrest all the English Merchants and their Goods, in Reprisal of 14. Nuns, who intending from France to Poland some weeks ago, were taken at Sea by the English, and robbed of all their Baggage. But the Senate hath took this in consideration, being resolved to take Council with the Commonalty about it, and to see whether amongst their Privileges they can find none which might free them from meddling with, or mixing themselves in any Reprisals: Whereupon the said Deputy went to Elbing and Koingsbergh, to show unto them also his Commission. The Plague (praised be God) decreaseth with these Winter days more and more, there being but 195. persons buried here this week: The Lord avert further Judgement. From hence no News at all since my last, all our expectations are to hear of the issue of the Dutch Treaty with England, which is believed will come to a sudden rupture. Charles Stuart's Agent Wentworth, hath had his last Audience, but no other Answer than he had in August last, That the State of Denmark can, nor will in this conjuncture of time, meddle with the Scots King's Affairs, wherefore he is going hence malcontent for Lubeck by water, and so meet his Master in Cleve; he applauds the Emperor and Princes of Germany, for their liberality of 300000. Crowns, procured by the Lord Wilmoth at Regensbergh. The Letters do Thunder it out with Intelligence from Scotland, for now they say that the Enemy had a Rendezvous near Sterling, and that they have mustered there 1000 horse, and 2500 Foot, they had also another Rendezvous at Loughtaine, of 3000 Horse and foot under Lorne, with whom are joined the Lord Athol and Seaford, and in another party are Glencairne (their General Glegary and Kenmore. They declare for Charles Stuart, and expect the D. of York to bring some Officers with him out of France, and Middleton with a great quantity of Ammunition and Money from Holland; They increase their number daily, all men of desperate Fortunes Flocking to them, Glencairne hath also pressed 1000 men out of one County, & sends forth his Warrants as followeth. You are hereby required to deliver unto as much good Scottish Cloth as will clothe 200 foot Soldiers, together with as much Linen and Shoes, as will furnish the same number, each of them with two shirts, and a pair of shoes or 2000 li. of Scottish money, between this and the 2 Day of December next. If this you do perform accordingly, in regard of the season of the year, I do hereby promise you protection from any further trouble; but if ye delay to give obedience to this, you may expect I will exact this by force; Wherein if you suffer more prejudice, I am not to be blamed. So expecting your Obedience to this, as you will answer it at your peril. Given under my hand at Balloch 7 Novemb.1653. GLENCARNE. A strange sight of flaming fire was seen over Edinburgh, passing towards England, which occasions much talk there. The Portugal Ambassador's Brother escaping from Newgate, was last night taken again in Coven Garden, and carried to Newgate. The Lord Gen. and the council of State meet every day in consultation about settling the Government of this Com. Wealth. Thus have you the Passages concerning, The Declaration of the Lord General and Council of State for settling the Government of this Nation, and preservation of the Peace thereof, The several Rendezvous of the Highlanders in Scotland. The number of their Hose and Foot. Their Declaration for the King of Scots. The coming to them of the D. of York and Gen. Middleton with Ammunition and Money out of Holland. A strange sight seen in the Air over Edinburgh, and the passing thereof from thence towards England. With the Trial of the Portugals.

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Sir Mungo Murray, with some horse, is about the head of this River, and by night makes In-falls into the Country, to plunder those who are disobedient to his Warrants. Now he demands 23l. Scotch for every horse and arms. His and his Officer's Trade is only to fill their pockets, and oppress the Country. They Country-people are as malignant as ever to our Interest. I acquainted you last week of Major Bridges his going out this day sennight, and taking of 26 prisoners, with 18, or 20. horse. Sir Mungo Murray, yesterday morning, came with a considerable party of horse, near a Garrison of ours, to get in his Levies. The Officers of the Garrison having notice of it, marched out. But the enemy lying in Ambuscado, fell unawares upon our men, took 9 of them prisoners, and 7 of our horse. The enemy also had some loss, two slain, and divers wounded. Our negotiation here seems for a while to be asleep, the Treaty of Peace betwixt England and Holland, and its likelihood of taking effect, hath caused this people to be a little wary, and it doth concern them; for if peace be ratified, it will put both Nations to take up new Counsels. The Queen hath promised his Lordship that she will dispatch him as soon as she receives the certainty of that affair. The Senators are very busy in Counsel, some think that there are commotions likely to be ratified amongst the Country-people, by reason of the great burden of Impositions. The great Assembly of States is called, and is to meet the 12 of May next. The Queen revives her former overtures of resigning up the Government to her successor, and desires the liberty of retiring into privacy. This she made about two years since, and she was the over-persuaded, but now she hath again proposed it, and the Senators are consulting what answer to return her. Since his Imperial Majesty's last Decree to the States of the Empire, concerning the maturation and furtherance of their Treaty, they have been very forward in the same, having besides the capitulation choice, viz. how the new Princes, as Dietrichstein, Piccolomini, and Aversbergh are to be introduced, taken in hand again; the Justice-business in all three Colleges, contributing their best endeavours to bring the same, and other necessary things to a conclusion before his Majesty's departure, which was determined the 10 day of April next, but is now said to be four weeks prolonged. Two days ago there came on here two Expresses from Graitz. With divers Letters to his Imperial Majesty; what their business may be, is not yet known. We are now out of all fear for to be troubled with the Lorainish Troops in these Countries, who will now quickly come to lose their Lorainish name. Since they heard of their Master's imprisonment, they have almost been in a rage, and for madness burnt Baringen, and plundered the City St. Truyen. The Count of Fuensoldagne who thought to have got them into his Master's service by presenting them with 40000 Crowns, was pursued by them to Diest in Brabant, so that he was forced re in expidita to return to Brussels, where it's feared that Monsieur Faber, who with 7 or 8000 Frenchmen is arrived at Luyok, for the assistance of the Prince Elector, will draw the said Forces to his Master's service, several Colonels and chief Officers inclining thereunto. The news out of Poland is, that the Cossacks have agreed with the Muscovites, and to secure him their fidelity, are to deliver him three Earldoms, if it be not a report raised by the Court to further the agreement with the Cossacks, as to procure more large Contributions, which a little time will show. The Duke of Moscow hath already taken Scion, Birla, Chircaseck, and Chrein, and is advancing farther with a great strength, the news whereof hath caused great alteration upon the Ryxday at Warsovia. A small Vessel of Topsa that came from St: Sebastians, commanded by Capt. Stafford, who had a Commission for a private man of War, brought in hither a French Prize of 30 Ton, laden with Iron, Liquorice, &c. But the news, which will be most acceptable to many, is the bold attempt, and good success of Captain Potter, commander of the Constant Warwick, who on Saturday last in a single encounter, mastered and took as Prize, the Royal James, commanded by Captain Beach, chief Admiral of Charles Stewart's Pickaroons, and hath brought him into this Port; the fight continued eight hours, and then Beach cried for quarter: Beach had 39 guns, and 200 men, the Constant Warwick, had about 130 men, 32 guns, which indeed was an eminent service; the Captain commends both his Officers and Seamen for standing close by him, but especially his Lieutenant, for his judgement and valour in that day's service: Captain Potter lost but two men, and Beach about twenty men; Beach coming aboard the Warwick, demanded of Captain Potter, the way and manner of performing his Articles, claiming it his promise to set him ashore in France; at which Captain Porter being startled, told him he never heard of such demand, and to satisfy Beach therein, commanded Beach aboard again his own Vessel, and to fight it out; but Beach refused the same. Such eminent services merit more than ordinary encouragement. Beach and his Crew are since brought into Plymouth, and close-prisoners there, till further order for their trial, which will be speedily. The Ordinance for appointing Commissioners for approving of Ministers throughout the Nation is passed by the Council. Also an Ordinance for disposing forfeited Estates in Scotland, and two other Ordinances for settling the Customs and Excise, which will be forthwith published. By Letters from Harwich we understand of a Dutch ship of four hundred Ton, laden with Pitch, Tar, Masts and Iron, to a great value, brought in thither, taken by a private man of War. Through the diligence of the Earl of Sturrenberg, Ambassador from the Emperor, the Secretary of State, Monsieur Navarr and other Ministers, the Peace or agreement hath been made between his Highness the Prince of Liege, and his Highness Arch Duke Leopoldus, upon certain Conditions and Articles; too long to be inserted here. Hereupon the Prince of Conde went from hence the 17 of this month to his Troops, which are quartered towards Namur, and the 18 dito the Earl of Fuensaldagne went also from hence to command the Spanish Army, here being news brought that the French Army under the command of the Marquis Faber, Governor of Sedan, was upon his march towards Limborg, into which place did enter lately, two Regiments of High Germans, belonging to the Count of Nassaw, and the Master of the Camp also, a High Dutchman, whereby that place is so well fortified, that there is no fear of having it surprised by the French, who will run great danger of being beaten and routed by the Spanish Army that hath a design upon them. So that they do expect here to hear of some sudden action between them, whereof you shall be advised in due time. The Duke of Lorain will be no longer prisoner in company with the Earl of Bsini, and the Abbot of Mercy, who he says are both guilty of high Treason wherewith they stand charged at present; and he himself is only kept prisoner for being too honest a man, and a Prince too much beloved by his Officers and Soldiers, and those that belonged unto him. So that by reason of the discontent the said Duke hath taken for being imprisoned in the same prison with the two said Lords, they have been ordered to remove them to the Castle of Ghent, where their Lodgings are making ready to receive them, that so the said Duke may be no longer troubled in his mind about it; there being care taken to please him in every thing as much as is possible, and as far as it may be done with safety to his person. About 8 days since, Middleton and his company landed in a Hoy from Holland. They would have put into Garmouth, which is at the mouth of Spey, the place where Charles Stewart once landed. But understanding we had Garrisons near that place, they put out to sea again, and landed at the Ferry of Hoey in Sutherland, with about 80 men, as we have notice. They sent about 10 load of Arms to Auchness, and themselves are gone toward the Shire of Assn. They give out that they have another Vessel yet beside to land, but no mention of any more men. He hath summoned in all the Gentlemen and heritors of Caithness, Sutherland, and Ross, and hath appointed a Rendezvous immediately by the Brays of Sutherland. He hath forbidden the Sheriff of Sutherland to act any more in the names of the Keepers of the Liberties of England, or in the name of Oliver Lord Protector, but faith he will give him a new Commission to act by as Sheriff. Seaforth hath raised 600 men, and is gone to join with him. But the late blows given to Glencairn by Col. Morgan and Col. Daniel, and the consideration of Middleton's arrival with so inconsiderable number, after great expectations, hath (I believe) cooled the courage of the more wary sort of men, who are of any fortune, that they will take heed how they run in to his party. There is since the former, another Vessel arrived for him, and come into Caithness, whither he is gone to labour a drawing in of the Gentlemen of that Country to join with him. There is talk of more Vessels to come with necessaries to his Forces. It is said he brought with him in his own Vessel at first, 300 barrel of powder, 1000 firelocks, with about 5000 pikes, muskets and pistols; and these, with tow field-pieces, were lodged in the Castle of Skello. Glencairn, Kenmore, Glengary, Athol, and Forbs, with their several parties, intended to have a Rendezvous as on this day, about 24 miles off Aberdeen, whence Col. Morgan is marched out to try if he can Rendezvous with them. This week here died the Archbishop of Paris, being 70 years of age; some great difference it is like to cause between the Cardinal and this City, who do pretend the right to belong to them for the appointing and making choice of another in his place. On Saturday last Prince Rupert coming home late in the evening from St. Germain, where he had been a hunting all day with two or three of his servants, met with the son in law of the Marquis of Du Plessis, with his Gentlemen of his horse, and two or three servants more in company, who having been making merry, met with the said Prince Rupert and his company near the Court, not far from this Town, who falling into discourse together, it bred in the end a quarrel between them, and one of Prince Rupert's men shot the Gentleman of the horse of the said Du Plessis dead upon the place with his long gun; this caused the rest of the company to draw their swords, which Prince Rupert perceiving, discharged his pistol and shot another into the belly, who is not yet dead, but mortally wounded; this caused the Marquis to fly with the other two of his servants leaving one dead, and the other very much wounded upon the place. The Prince hath been since with the said Marquis to excuse the matter, not knowing what he was. What will be farther done in it, you shall hear in my next. Charles Stuart would fain be gone hence, if the French Court would supply him with what they have promised him, being very much in arrears of his pension, the payment whereof he only desireth before he goes, which he is not like to have in haste; there being no great inclination here to relieve him. On Saturday next the King is to go to his Parliament, to pronounce sentence of death against the Prince of Conde, according to the Laws and Customs of this Kingdom. Some preparations for shipping, and some small levies of Mariners, are set on foot at Toulon, designed as it is supposed, against the Kingdom of Naples. The Prince of Conti is raising two or three regiments wherewith he is to go for Catalonia to command in chief those Forces that are intended for those parts. Be it Ordained by his Highness, the Lord Protector, with the advice and consent of his Council, That one Act of Parliament, entitled, An Act for Continuation of the Customs until the 26 of March, in the year 1653. and all Powers and Clauses therein contained, be, and are hereby continued, and shall, and do stand in full force, until the 26 day of March, in the year of our Lord, 1658. And be it further Ordained that the Commissioners of the Customs shall not hereafter make repayment of half Subsidy for any goods at any time exported, which have been, or hereafter shall be sold unto, or in the possession of any Shopkeeper or retailer of the said Commodity, or any such goods where the property, form, or nature of the Commodity once imported, is in any wise altered, mingled, amended or confounded. And be it hereby further Ordained, That the Commissioners of the Customs for the time being shall have and receive upon every twenty shillings coming clear unto the Commonwealth upon their account such salary of Poundage as is or shall be agreed upon by the Committee for Regulating the Customs, or any other thereunto authorised by his Highness and his Council. Charles Stuart's Interest is now looked on as desperate in all these parts, and they give him over in their thoughts. All the noise here is of Peace between you and the Dutch, and how that they have sent their Ambassadors with the Ratification fully signed. This will make the Dane look toward England; and I suppose Monsieur Rosewning, his Agent, may be with you at London ere this time. There was taken out of the Vessel that brought Middleton into Sutherland, 300 barrels of powder, 5000 Arms, whereof 1000 inaphances; immediately after their arrival they sent out a party of Country horses to carry up their baggage to the Castle Skelko, where they got up also two brass field-pieces. They report that they have more men in Holland, but cannot get shipping for them, though they say 16 sail more are coming: Major General Deyell, with one Major Watson, and six or seven score men are in the Castle to defend their Arms and Ammunition. Col. Fitch hath some intentions to make an attempt upon the place by a party from Inverness: Middleton hath been with the Lord Rea to procure him and his people to join with them, which it is said they will, Seafort is gathering up his men again. There is a Declaration set out in writing by the enemy, of the Grounds of their present quarrel; but it being long, I could not send you a Copy of it. About a fortnight since, a Letter from Dover, March 9. was printed in this and some other Intelligences; wherein it was said, that a great Fleet of Dutch Merchantmen of 140 sail, convoyed with about 60 men of War, were gone to the Westward, sailing close by the French Coast. But now it appears that Intelligence was false and frivolous, no such Fleet nor number of men of War having passed that way. Nor is it easily imaginable they could have passed without being interrupted, considering the posture and diligence of our Fleet in the Channel. The common and notorious sins so boldly and impenitently practised amongst us, notwithstanding all our Deliverances and Mercies, together with the present rod of an exceeding and universal Drought, which hath lain upon us for some years, and still continues and increaseth upon us, threatening Famine and Mortality, are no less than the voice of God, calling aloud in our ears to fasting and Mourning, and great Abasement of soul before him And although the general end and intendment of inviting to a Day of Fast, be, that all of every condition and quality whatsoever, do try and examine their heart and way more especially, according to their own light, and in the use of such helps and means as the Lord in his providence shall afford to each and every one, before and upon the said day of meeting: Yet finding some thoughts set seriously upon our heart, we judged it not amiss to recommend the same to Christian consideration, not to impose them upon any, or to confine any within the compass thereof; but leaving every man free to the grace of God, and to the work of his Spirit, who worketh all things in the hearts of the sons of men, according to the Counsel and Good pleasure of his own will. It cannot be denied, but that God hath vouchsafed to appear very much in working the deliverance of the Nation from their bondage and thraldom, both Spiritual and Civil, and procuring for them a just liberty by his own people. Do we now walk worthy of our high calling in humbleness and lowliness of mind, holding forth the virtues of Christ in time of Peace, which was our strength, by the efficacy of which all our great things were accomplished in time of war? Have we a heart prepared as willingly to communicate the said just freedom and liberty to one another, as we were industrious to get it? Do we thankfully acknowledge our mercy in the liberty of worshipping God in holiness and righteousness without fear, being delivered out of the hands of our enemies Is brotherly love, and a healing spirit of that force and value amongst us that it ought? Do we own one another more for the grace of God, and for the Spiritual Regeneration, and for the image of Christ in each other, or for our agreement with each other in this or that form, or opinion? Do we first search for the Kingdom of Christ within us, before we search one without us? Or do we listen to them that say concerning the coming of Christ, lo here, and lo there? Do we not more contend for Saints having rule in the world, than over their own hearts? Are not there too many amongst us that cry up the Spirit, with a neglect of Love, Joy, Peace, Meekness, Patience, Goodness, Temperance, Long-suffering, Forbearance, Brotherly Kindness, Charity, which are the fruits of the Spirit? How do we carry ourselves, not only to the Churches of God, and the Saints, but towards them that are without? Do not some of us affirm ourselves to be the only true Ministry, and true Churches of Christ, and only to have the Ordinances in purity, excluding our Brethren, though of equal gifts, and having as large a Seal of their Ministry, and desiring with as much fervour and zeal to enjoy the Ordinances in their utmost purity? Do we remember the old Puritan, or rather Primitive simplicity, Self-denial, Mercy to the Poor, Uprightness, and Justice? or are we not herein put to shame by those we easily call Anti-Christian or Carnal? Hath one that we judge to be without, equal justice with one we call a Brother. Do we contend for the Faith once delivered unto the Saints, as the things of faith ought to be contended for, with Love, Patience, Tenderness, Zeal, by persuasion? Or rather imposingly, proudly, carnally, provokingly, sensually, thereby prejudicing the Truth, and, whilst we are calling aloud for the propagating of the Gospel, do we not put stumbling-blocks in the way of the same, and too much endanger to make good the slander of the world in charging Procession with Faction. For want of Circumspection and care herein, and a due regard to sincerity and uprightness, have not many apostatised, running after Fancies and Notions, listening to filthy Dreams, worshipping of Angels, and been carried by their impulsions; and instead of contending for the faith, and holding the form of found words, contended against Magistracy, against Ministry, against Scriptures, and against Ordinances, too much verifying the Prophesies of Peter and Jude in these following words. 2Pet.2.1. But there were false Prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false Teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that brought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction. 2. And many shall follow their pernicious ways, by reason of whom the way of truth shall be evil spoken of. 3. And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you, whose judgement now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbreth not. 10. But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness and despite Government, presumptuous are they, self-willed, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities. 11. Whereas Angels which are greater in power and might, bring no railing accusations against them before the Lord. 12. But these as natural Br asts, made to be taken and destroyed, speak evil of the things they understand not, and shall utterly perish in their own corruption. 13. And shall receive the rewards of unrighteousness, as they that count it pleasure to riot in the day time: spots they are and blemishes, sporting themselves with their own deceivings while they feast with you. 15. Having eyes full of adultery, and that cannot cease from sin, beguiling unstable souls, an heart they have exercised with covetous practices, cursed children. Jude, verse 4. For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ. 8. Likewise also these filthy Dreamers defile the flesh, despise Dominion, and speak evil of dignities. 10. But these speak evil of those things which they know not, but what they know naturally as brute beasts, in those things they corrupt themselves. 11. Woe unto them, for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core 12. These are spots in your feasts of Charity, when they feast with you, feeding themselves without fear; clouds they are without water, carried about with winds; trees whose fruit withereth, without fruit, twice dead, plucked up by the roots. 13. Raging waves of the Sea, foaming out their own shame; wandering stars, to whom is reserved the blackness of darkness forever. 16. These are murmurers, complainers, walking after their own lusts, and their mouth speaketh great swelling words, having men's persons in admiration because of advantage. 19. These be they who separate themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit. And notwithstanding all these evils, and worse, are upon, and in the midst of us, like grey hairs, here and there, and we know it not, our Pride testifying to our face, Hosea 7. 9,10. and we not return to the Lord our God, nor seek him for all this, but these things are contended for, and justified under the notion of Liberty, it being too commonly said, that the Magistrate hath nothing to do either in repressing or remedying these things, We do hereby appeal to the hearts and consciences of all fearing the Lord, whether there be not as great cause as ever to lay our mouths in the dust, and to abhor ourselves before the Lord, for these abominations, whereby the eyes of his jealousy are provoked, and to seek pardon and mercy from himself of these things. And to these, The resistance, hatred, and neglect of the Gospel , by the generality of men, the contempt and despite done to the sincere Professors of it, even for the image of Christ in them (although they have been instruments of many mercies, and of the obtaining a just freedom for the Nation) The wickedness, oaths, drunkennesses, revellings, and all manner of licentiousness, for which things sake, the Scriptures have said, that the wrath of God shall undoubtedly overtake the children of disobedience. And lastly, the impunity of these things, through the neglect of the Magistracy, throughout the Nation, and then judge whether there be not cause, that we be called upon, and do call upon each other seriously, to lay all these things to heart, being greatly abased before the Lord for them. Upon the serious consideration of these things, We judge it not only warrantable, but a duty, to call upon you and ourselves, to set apart time to humble our souls before the Lord, to cry unto him for broken and penitent hearts, and that he would turn away his wrath, and be reconciled to us; for the Lord he is merciful, gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin, and will by no means clear the guilty, who are only such as go on in their hardened and impenitent hearts, refusing the grace offered by Jesus Christ. It is therefore hereby declared, that We and our Council, do purpose (by the grace of God) to set apart Friday next, being the 24 of this present March, for a day of Humiliation. And it is hereby Ordered, that timely notice be given to the Cities of London and Westminster, who (together with the out Parishes) we doubt not, will willingly keep the same day. And that like notice be given throughout England and Wales, to have their several meetings upon the same day Fortnight. And that Copies hereof be printed and published, to be sent to the several parts of the Nation, to invite them unto the performance of this duty. Given at Whitehall, this 20 of March, 1653. We hope by this time the Ratification is concluded, being our Ambassadors have been so long with you; our next business will be to burn Victoria, as they call it here, and then send out our Merchants, who only expect that happy hour: 'Tis said Ambassadors are to come from you to the Hague; whether it be for ceremonies sake, or a nearer alliance, time will show. The Duke of Lorain seems lost to the world; and indeed the Spaniards use to strike home when eminent strangers fall into their clutches; the poor Duke pressing for the liberty of the Citadel walls, upon denial, grew into such a rage, that he broke all of the glass windows about his Chamber, which breaches have been repaired since by immuring up the walls on all sides, only a small hole out of reach being left to let in some light; 'tis said his design was to join the French Troops, under Monsieur Faber, and so by the assistance of France to make himself Duke of Brabant, which he was to receive in homage from the French, and in exchange for his Country; they have in the meantime confiscated all they could lay their hands on, seized upon his Jewels which were found with his wife; and daughter the last being possessed of one to the value of two millions. It is reported, that a Marriage was concluded upon between the Scotch King and his daughter, who was immediately to receive four Millions with her, and all the assistance possible for his restoration; but this is not much credited. Since Middleton's landing the enemy are very busy in all parts, and will leave no stone unturned. They report that the Lord Wilmot is to come with a great supply from the Emperor. There came with Middleton sixty and odd Officers, the least a Captain, and amongst the rest (besides those I formerly hinted to you) Colonel Henderson, Monro and others of them had very cold entertainment in Sutherland, and the Earl himself and his Family are come away leaving directions to his Tenants, rather to suffer than to join with them. they give out, that when all the prepared parties are ready, and the 150000 Dollars from the Emperor for raising 30 Regiments, that their King, or at least the Titular Duke of York will come. The Earl of Athol and Sir Arthur Forbs have placed a Garrison in the Isle of Lough Tay, where they intend to have a flock of Provisions, and also to keep such Commissioners and Heritors as refuse to bring in their levies at 40 marks Scots for an horse, and 100l. Scots for a footman. On Saturday last Lieut. Holmsted of Col. Okey's Regiment, with a party from Linlithgow took a Cornet and four more of the enemy, and 11 horse. The Lord Henry Cromwell when he comes back to you, will confute those false reports that were raised of us here, he having had a reception as a Prince, with 300 horse out of this City (most of them Citizens) with bonfires at night throughout the City. The 20 instant, the Count of Aubijova, the Baron of Brifac, and a third person, who lately fought a duel in the Palace-Royal, were hanged there in Picture, and declared to be degraded from the Title of Nobility; but without prejudice to the Nobility of their children, to whom a part of their Fathers' Estates is reserved, and the rest is confiscated. About Friday or Saturday next, the sentence will be finally passed against the Prince of Conde; but he will not be hanged in picture as was intended, because of the respect born to his brother the Prince of Conti. In the morning the Dutch Ambassadors were at the House of his Highness the Lord Protector. In the afternoon, the Commissioners of the Council went to the Lodging of the Ambassadors, and had Conference with them, in order to the dispatch of that business. The Ordinance for Trial and approbation of Ministers, having been passed some days past by the Council, it will now be suddenly made public.

Mercurius Politicus, Issue 197

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From Monday February. 13. to Monday, February. 19. 1653 This day came a Messenger from Holland, servant to Monsieur Beverling now resident in London, who sayeth that five of the seven Provinces have signed the Articles for a Peace with England; and that the other two Provinces, viz. Gilderland and Groningham the next day also concurred, and thereupon have sent a Plenipotentiary power to Monsieur Beverling, there Ambassador in England to make a final confirmation, and that three extraordinary Ambassadors will be here in few days, to join in a full confirmation of the whole. Since this, the said Monsieur Beverling hath had Audience by his Highness the Lord Protector. Take here also a Letter from Holland of the 16. Feb. Stilo novo, which speaks thus. Many arguings have been to and fro, about the business of Peace; yet the interest of our Country; is like at length to prevail against the corruption of the adverse party; and our necessities and losses taken off the high humour of the common sort; so that peace will be very welcome, and it's generally believed that it will be concluded. Zealand, on whom the brunt of the War hath chiefly fallen, stands very much inclined if not more than Holland, though at first they were most eager and forward to the Breach. It is foreseen, what difficulties would befall all sorts of people, should we venture the inconveniences of another Summer's conflict; for, another year's loss of Free Trade and Fishing were a thing not to be endured, the multitude here not being so easily kept in order, under hardships, as in other Countries. It is said that four or five of the Provinces are willing to end the War, and those that are the most considerable; which will draw on the rest in a little time. By the next we hope we may give some more full Account. This is certain, the English Royalists in this Country do not like the present Transactions, and many of them are upon removing. The whole family of Orange is much discontented, and all their Party. The Princess Royal and her Son the young Prince, are removing to the Town of Breda, there to manifest a dislike by keeping at a distance. Middleton is departed with about 200 Cavaliers, for the Highlands, having five or six small Vessels to transport his followers and necessaries. This State is sending an Extraordinary to his Majesty of France. The thought of Peace makes our Merchants very pleasant, it being in a manner taken for granted. For the Western Circuit, The Lord chief Justice Roll, and Mr. Sergeant Glyn. For Berks, Oxford, &c. Lord Chief St. John, and Mr. Justice Atkins. For Sussex, Kent, &c. Mr Justice Ask, and Mr. Sergeant Nedligate. For the Midland Circuit, Mr. Baron Thorp, and Mr. Sergeant Peapis. For Bucks, &c. Mr-Baron Nicholas, and Mr. Sergeant Conicrs. For the Northern Circuit, Mr. Justice Hayle, and Mr. Sergeant Windham. For Hampshire Monday 27 Feb. at the Castle at Winchester, Wiltshire, Wednesday 1 March at New Sarum, Dorsetshire, Monday 6 March at Dorchester. Somersetshire, Wednesday 8 March at Chard. City of Exeter, Monday 13 March at the Guild-hall of the City of Exeter. Devonshire, the same day, at the Gaol Garden near the City of Exeter, in the county of Devon. Cornwall, Monday 20 March at Launceston. For the Circuit of Bershire, &c. For Bershire, Tuesday 28. Feb. at Kedding, Dorsetshire, Friday 3 March at Oxford, Gloucestershire, Wednesday 8 March at Gloucester, The City of Gloucester, the same day at the City of Gloucester, Monmouthshire Monday 13. March at Monmouth, Herefordshire Wednesday 15. March at Hereford, Shropshire, Monday 20. March at Shrewsbury, Staffordshire Friday 24. March at Stafford. City of Lichfield, Tuesday 28 March at the City of Lichfield Worcestershire, Wednesday 29 March at Worcester. City of Worcester the same day at the city of Worcester. Sussex, Thursday 2 March at East Greenstead, Kent, Munday 6 March at Maidstone, Essex, Friday 10 March at Chelmsford Hertfordshire, Wednesday 15 March at the Town of Hertford. Surrey Friday 27 March, at Southwark. For Northamptonshire, Friday 24 Feb. at the Castle of Northampton, Warwickshire, Tuesday 28 Feb. at Warwick, The City of Coventry, Leicestershire Friday 3 March at Leicester, Borough of Leicester, the same day at the Borough of Leicester, Derbyshire, Tuesday 7 March at Nottingham Town of Nottingham, the same day at the Town of Nottingham, Lincolnshire, Monday 13 March at the Castle of Lincoln, Lincolnshire, Rutlandshire, Friday 27 March at Okeham. For Buckinghamshire, Monday 27 Feb. at Aylesbury. Bedfordshire, Wednesday 1 March at the Town of Bedford, Huntingdonshire, Friday 3 March at the town of Huntington. Cambridgeshire, Monday 6 March at the Castle of Cambridge, Norfolk, Wednesday 8 March at Thetford, Suffolk, Monday 13 March at Bury St. Edmunds. For Lancashire, Tuesday 7 March at Lancaster, Yorkshire, Tuesday 24 March at the Castle of York City of York the same day at the Guild-hall of the same City. Yesterday a party of twenty five Horse from Rodsew, came over the Ford, and came very near the Castle of Dunbarton, before our Horse there took the alarm; but very seasonably twelve mounted and gave them a very stout charge, and took the Lieutenant who did command the party, and two more, all of them are sorely wounded, the Lieutenant being run through the body, and not like to live: there was another of their party run through the body, who forsook his Horse, and took the River, and it's thought was drowned, not (being seen to come out) and three days before, Colgrain being pot valiant, was vapouring with another of their Officers on the other side of the River, and one of Captain Thomson's men shot him through the thigh. Lieutenant Col. Cotnell is this day marched forth hence with 600 Foot, 40 Dragoons, and 100 Horse into the Isle of Leven. Paris the 18. of Feb. 1654. By Letters from Perguan we hear that the Plague is very hot in Barcelona, that many of the chief of that City are fled thereupon, and their admission into some Villages, having brought infection thither, therefore it hath through a great fear into the Country, and those that came out now from that City, are refused entertainment wheresoever they come. The Marshal de Hocquincourt having left that Country, is come hither; and now gone for Picardy to be again Governor of Peronne, having left the Command of the forces in Rousillon, in the hands of Dom Joseph Marguerit. There is the old imposition of the sol per liver set again, upon foreigners' goods that come from foreign Countries. One of the Masters of the Requests was commanded this week to depart from this City, and not to return till further order: there is a report that the Regiments of the Guards and the Switzers, and that their number shall be much increased, that so they may be at hand to serve upon any occasion. One of the Gentlemen belonging to the Duke of Mercorur hath been here, and is sent again to his Lord with all speed, that he may come to Court without delay. The Governor of St. Menehold finding that the Castle of Vienna not far instant from him, did much annoy him, had therefore made way to get some intelligence in the place, and thereupon sent a party, who came near the place in the middle of the night; but no sooner were they come, but they were discovered, and those of the Castle shooting upon them with great and small shot, forced them to retire faster than they were come. The Prince of Conti being come to this City, the great talk is about his Marriage, and that by great a favour from his new Uncle he shall go to command the French Army in Catalonia: and that the Duke de Candale, who is to marry the other niece shall command the Army in Savoy the next Summer. From Upsall in Sweden Jan. 11. The absence of the great Chancellor of Sweden was one cause why my Lord Ambassador has for some few days been at a stand. Now things will be put to an issue; and so much the rather, because of the late change which hath fallen out in England, which we hope will prove for the honour of God, and the good of our native Country. It is extraordinary well resented here by the Queen and her Servants, who were much pleased, that the Credentials came so soon from his Highness the Lord Protector, to my Lord Ambassador, and the Queen hath received them with all satisfaction. From Regensburg, Although the Emperor did seem at the first to give consent to the relieving and assisting of the Elector of Cullen: yet it hath not produced any greater effect than to send letters to the Archduke Leopoldus; and the Duke of Lorrain to desire them to forbear using any acts of hostility in the Country of Liege: and appointed Commissioners for the sums of money they are to have upon the surrendering of those places they hold in the Empire, in the mean time several Electors do excuse themselves of paying any part of these monies upon several reasons: especially the Prince Elector, and the Elector of Brandenburg: there are yet much business to do at the Diet, and it's not like to have any good issue, by reason that the Commissioners from Hungaria are very instant with his Majesty Imperial to come into their Country to be present at the Diet to settle the Affairs of that Nation. From Cullen the differences are not yet agreed between us and our Elector, who will not relate anything of his high demands, and therefore we are now but in a tottering condition. The Committee for claims for land in Ireland, taking into consideration some special occasions intervening at Grocers Hall London, the 9th day of this instant month of Feb: 1653. (being the day formerly appointed for the Lottery of Baronies) and to the end sufficient notice may be given to all the Adventurers for lands in Ireland respectively, have thought fit and ordered, that the first day for drawing of Lots for the several Baronies allotted to the Adventurers, shall be on the Thursday the 23 of Feb: to begin at eight of the clock in the Forenoon of the same day; and all persons concerned therein, are desired to take notice thereof accordingly. William Tibbes Cleric. The Commissioners for accounts and clearing of public Debts, &c. sitting at Worcester house in the Stand, being lately informed that divers persons in several counties do abuse the people, by summoning them to certain places for drawing up claims, and taking unreasonable Fees for the same, under the pretence of their Order and Authority for so doing; the said Commissioners therefore declare, that they have given no such Authority to anyone, but leave all people to their own will and convenience for drawing up their claims, and delivering them in either by themselves or others as they shall think fit. And do also give notice to such persons who have thus pretended such authority from them, that they are sensible of the wrong done to them and the people, and in due time shall let them understand it. All Christians may meet at Dr. Chamberlain's in White-Friars every third day called Tuesday, from two to four in the afternoon, to learn or teach truth, observing the rear, 1 Cor. 14. 29. to 33. One Anne Burch, alias Neale a Maid, about 16 years of age, born at Liddington in Rutland, she did wear, in case she hath not changed her Apparel, a dairy colour, or a sad red colour Cloth Waistcoat, with 3 Laces about the skirts, and 3 up before of each side, brown coloured hair, of a fresh countenance, she went away out of Holborn the 23 of November, 1653. If anyone can bring tidings of her to Mrs. Price, at the Tennis Court in Holborn, they shall have 20 shillings for their pains. Paris February 21. The last Letters from Bordeaux advise us, That one called Dureteste (lately one of the Commissioners for that City in England) having attempted to return home without a pardon from the King (he being excepted of the Amnestia) was arrested near Libourn, and carried prisoner to la Reole where that Parliament sits now, and there being brought to trial, he was condemned to be broken on a Wheel as the manner is, his head to be set on the top of the Tower near the Elm house, and a Pyramid to be erected, his Sentence to be there affixed as a memorial to posterity: His Majesty hath bestowed upon the Earl de Navailles the place of Governor of Phillipsburg. This week was celebrated the marriage of the Marquise of Baden one of the Princes of the Empire with the Princess Louyssa daughter to the Prince Thomaso, her brother having performed the Ceremony in the absence of the Bridegroom. This week their Majesties with the Cardinal went to see the Fair of St Germains. There hath been some differences in this City between the Jesuits and the rest of the Clergy concerning a Bill of the Popes, which doth invest them of more power than they can lawfully demand, or the rest of the Clergy suffer to be with honour. We have received an Express from Beffort, whereby we hear that the Earl de la Suze Governor of that place finding that his long resistance was but in vain, and that there was no likelihood of any relief from the Prince of Conde, is at last come to a composition, and thereupon agreed upon Articles of which you shall have the Sum by the next. The Duke de Orleans is still at his house near Blois, and will by no means come to the Court. The Duke de Beffort is in the same mind; the Cardinal being earnest that he yield up the reversion of the place of Admiral, which he would give to the Duke of Mercocur. The Cardinal de Retz is still close Prisoner, and there is an overture of a agreement but nothing done yet. Chester, Feb: 14. We hear from Dublin that the Lord Protector was proclaimed there the 2. instant after a long pause, many Officers absent, and the Herald at arms did officiate in a side black cloak. In the North of Ireland he was proclaimed long before. The only work now in agitation, is transplanting the Irish into Connaught: Some ten Surveyors were lately surprised by the Tories, and had such quarter as those desperate Caitiffs expect themselves, which will make them more wary hereafter not to go about that work without a guard; long will it be before those Vermin will be totally destroyed. Dublin-Castle, Feb: 1. I thank you for yours weekly; we have here little to return, only that Articles have lately been made with Col. Murtogh O Brien, in the behalf of all the Tories in Munster, for their transportation into Flanders, a Copy whereof I send you enclosed. The Lord Protector hath been proclaimed in Limbrick, Chonmell, and Tredagh, and this day, after a long Pause, in this place; but now the Bells are ringing, Cannons, and small shot roaring, and the acclamations of the people speak aloud their satisfaction of the present Government. Articles of Agreement made and concluded on between Major Peter Wallis, and Captain Thomas Coakely, on the one party; and Colonel Mortogh O Brien, in the behalf of himself and party on the other side. 1. That Col. Mortagh O Brien, with all such of his party as will adhere unto, and engage with him to be transported into Flanders for the service of the King of Spain, in that Army whereof the Prince of Conde is General, do lay down their arms, with such Stores of ammunition, and such other habiliments of War, without embezzlement, as is hereafter expressed in this Article, by Wednesday the 25 of this instant January; (viz.) Those of the County of Cork at Myallow, and Mackrompe; those of the County of Kerry, Limbrick, &c. in the respective Counties where now they are, except what is hereafter excepted; to Col. Mortogh O Brien one Case of Pistols, to every Colonel of his party one Case of Pistols, and to all other commissioned Officers their Swords only. 2. That license be granted to the said Col. to transport himself, and as many of his party, as well of the Clergy, as others that do adhere unto him, and will engage with him for the service aforesaid; and also of all others protected persons, with such others that have been in arms, as are willing to engage with the said Col. to be transported as aforesaid, submitting themselves to the trial of Murder, according to the instructions of the Authority of this Nation; allowing the persons so submitting the benefit of the explanation of Murder, as is set down and annexed to the Articles made with the Lord Munkery. 3. That the said Col. be allowed Commissions for such numbers as he shall produce at the Waterside, according to the Establishment of the Prince of Condi's Army, and likewise to every private Soldier six shilling each man at their going on shipboard, or twelve shillings each man when they arrived in Flanders. 4. That the said Col. do produce at the Waterside at the Harbour of Kingsale, to be shipped in order to their transportation, upon, or before the 14th day of February next ensuing, as many of his party as are now in arms in the County of Cork, Kerry, Limbrick, and Waterford, as do adhere unto him, and will engage with him in the aforesaid service; and also of all such other persons as do adhere unto him, and engage with him as aforesaid. 5. That Free-quarter be allowed the said Col. and all such of his party as do adhere unto him, and engage with him, and lay down their arms as aforesaid, from the time as their so laying down arms, until the time of their Transportation, according to direction from Col. Phair, or Major Wallis, or either of them, or of any other Governor authorized thereunto. And the benefit of quarter to be allowed to all such of the Clergy, and other protected People, and such as have formerly been in arms that do adhere unto the said Col. and engage with him from the time of their so adhering and engaging as aforesaid, Provided that they, and every of them, content themselves with such ordinary Diet as the Country usually allows themselves. 6. That eight days time be allowed to rally and draw together all such of his said party now in the County of Cork, Kerry, Limbrick, and Waterford, as do adhere unto him, and will engage with him for the service aforesaid without molestation or prejudice from any Forces or Garrisons, under the pay of the Commonwealth of England, and likewise free quarter to all such of the said party in the respective Counties if they desire it where they now are, and their thorough fare from County to County, in order to their laying down of Arms as is before appointed; provided the said Colonel and every of the said party forbear all Act and Acts of hostility against the Commonwealth of England their forces and Garrisons; And all persons whatsoever under the protection of the Commonwealth, provided also that the said Col. or any other of his party take not any prey or preys nor offer any other violence to the protected people in the respective Counties after the date of these Articles, and the knowledge thereof communicated unto them: And in case any prey be taken by the said Col. or party after the date of these Articles, before the knowledge thereof be communicated as aforesaid, in that case the prey or preys so taken to be restored to the Owners, all but what is disposed of to the necessary relief of the party or parties so taking the said prey or preys; the like restitution to be made for any other violence or injury done or committed by any of the said party after the aforesaid date of the said Articles. 7. That the said Col. and all such others of his party as do adhere unto him, and engage with him, as aforesaid, be freed and acquitted from all personal arrears for debt, or claims of that nature, and from all manner of molestation, for any prey or preys taken, or any Act or Acts done or committed by him, or every of them since the year 1640 but as is excepted and provided also this extend not to the exempting of any of the Goods and Chattels of any of the aforesaid persons so adhering and engaging, as aforesaid from making satisfaction for any just debts for which any of the said persons may be convicted by due course of Law. 8. That the said Col. and all others of his party as do adhere unto him, as well the Clergy, as those that have been in arms, with such other protected persons as shall so adhere and engage with him, as aforesaid, as also all such of the said Col's. Party as shall lay down their arms, as aforesaid, be empowered and admitted to dispose of their goods and Chattels to their best advantage within the aforesaid time of their transportation. 9. That all such of the said Col's. party as do adhere and engage to transport themselves and did not, be forgiven the forfeitures of their bonds to themselves and their sureties: and also that none of the said Col's. party are now under his command be admitted to stay in this Nation, or to dispose of themselves without his license. 10. That the said Col. or any of his party so adhering and engaging, as aforesaid, be admitted to recover any of his or their goods left in custody of any protected persons, which said persons have not discovered the said Goods to the Governor of the next adjacent Garrison before the signing hereof. 11. That the said Col. be admitted to transport himself into Flanders, as aforesaid, with fifteen hundred Irish Soldiers, and in case the said Col. cannot produce at the Water side the whole number by the time appointed, the said Col. then to be allowed to depute an Officer to stay behind, who shall be qualified with power to rally and raise so many as may make up the said number, which number so raised, to be transported, as aforesaid, be allowed the benefit of these conditions in all particulars, provided the said Officer or Deputy produce the said number of men at such Ports, and at such times as he shall be thereunto appointed by Col. Phair, or Major Wallis, or either of them after the of next ensuing, provided also that the said Col. or Officer enter sufficient security to the said Col. Phair or Major Wallis, or either of them, that the said Officer, or any such as shall be raised or rallied in order to their transportation, as aforesaid, Act not any thing during before the time of their transportation, to the prejudice of the Commonwealth of England, their Forces or Garrisons. 12. That the Wives of all such of the said Col's. Party be allowed to enjoy the benefit of the Act of Qualification equally with the Wives of others in protection. 13. That all such of the said Col's. party to whom the charges of Murder may extend, be allowed 16 days time to state their cases in writing, and receive the sense of the Council of Officers thereupon; and also eight and forty hours after the knowledge of the opinion of the said Council is communicated unto the party so concerning, to dispose themselves for their own security (if they desire it.) 14. That the Articles be conformed and allowed of by his Excellency the Lord General. 15. That for the performance of these Articles, sufficient Hostages shall be given upon signing hereof. 16. In testimony whereof, we do hereunto interchangeably set our hands and seals, the 12th of January 1653. Signed, sealed and delivered in the presence of us, Tho: Mosse, Fr: Cartret, Nathaniel Child. Mortogh O Brien Veral Copia. From Antwerp we hear, that by the last post from Madrid they had intelligence how the Plate Fleet from West-Indies with great store of silver was arrived at Cadiz, yet not in that quantity as hath been seen in former years; that much about the time of their arrival the Fleet bound for Terra firma had likewise set sail from Cadiz also to sail for the West-Indies. Dalkeith, Feb. 11. The enclosed is the greatest part of News here at present; Kenmore with his Body of about 2000 of those wild people, is now at Kildranning, an House of the Earl of Mar's in Murrayland: they have been very quiet of late, and is peace with the 7 Provinces be concluded, they are not like to be very troublesome: Most of Wogan's party (now he is gone the way of all flesh) are contriving to get as well out of Scotland as they came into it. We do daily snap divers of the Enemy in small parties; a Lieutenant of Col. Fairfax's Regiment with 12 Dragoons, took 4 of Glencairn's own Troop, and 8 Horse, and one Lieutenant Rutherford who commanded them, narrowly escaped; Glencairn hath sent out a Proclamation, threatening Fire and Sword to all those that do not comply with him in sending in their Levies. Mr. Jo. Goodwin's 17 Queries are reprinted at Leith. On Sunday last 4 of Col. Twistleton's Regiment and 2 of Col. Okey's going from Drummond Castle for St. Johnstone, were set upon by about 50 of the remains of Sir Arthur Forbs' and Wogan's horse, who took 3 of them, killed 2 and the other escaped. There is a considerable party of the Enemy in those parts around Conrie who are very active, since the drawing of the horse Northwards, but upon the coming in of the 2 Regiments from England, our horse will be placed so as to meet with them at all turns. Col. Drummond is certainly got to the Enemy with further Instruction from Charles Stuart, from whom he is sent to see in what posture they are, and whether so considerable as to protect him, in case he should come to them this Summer. He tells them, that his Majesty strained hard to send them over a ship with ten thousand arms, which is cast away upon the Coasts of Ireland; though I am apt to think it is the same ship that was driven from the Coasts of Loughaber to Killebeggs. There is nothing come since my last from the North. This week several persons were apprehended in London upon a Plot against the Lord Protector and the present Government, whereupon they have been examined, (but we must forbear the particulars at present) 11 of them were this day sent close prisoners to the Tower, concerning whom more by the next. From Newcastle the 13 of February. There are yet many ships here laden with coals, and some of other commodities, but by reason of these Easterly winds cannot get out of the harbour over the Barr. We hear by a small Vessel come two days since from Holy Island, that a private man of war set out from Leith hath brought in two Dutch prizes, the one of 200 tons, and the other 150, laden with bait-Country Goods; also that of late there hath been some Shipwreck about these Rocks which lie of that Island. From Bristow the 15 of January. The high hopes that are conceived (now at length) of a firm peace with Holland have filled all these parts with gladness, in regard of the prevalence of the Dutch to bring the French in with them; howsoever we could with these Western parts better guarded with Men of War, having here suffered most. The common Peoples talk is of a blazing star, which the judicious have thought to be occasioned by a conjunction of Saturn and Venus to be seen very clearly not long since. As for Ireland, the Tories we beat are given in in a List by Morough O Brien, upon composition to be transported for Flanders, quietness there would make our trading and their lands much more considerable. There is extant three excellent and pious treatises, viz. 1. The complaint of a sanctified Sinner. 2. The triumph of a true Christian. 3. The great mystery of Godliness opened. In sundry Sermons upon the whole 7, 8, and 9 chapters of the Epistle to the Romans wherein that great controversy of the doctrine of Election and Reprobation is fully and clearly handled by that faithful Servant of Jesus Christ Mr. Edward Elton, B. D. and late Preacher of the Word at Mary Magdalen Bermondsey near London. The tempestuous Soul calmed by Jesus Christ, being the extract of several Sermons preached by Anthony Palmer Pastor of the Church at Bourton on the water in Gloucestershire. These two are to be sold by Edward Brewster at the Crane in Paul's Churchyard. A white Mare and a black Nag lost out of Hyde Park about Candlemas last the Mare about 10 or 11 years old, 13 handful high, and paceth, Flea-bitten about her head, and her back somewhat rising, the Nag black, and about 13 hands high also and , whosoever shall bring, or give notice of them to Mr. , at the Red Lion in Dairy-lane, shall have 4£ for their pains. Tuesday last the 14 of Feb. John Twistleton Esq. had his Stable broken open, and 4 large light bay stone horse stolen out with these marks, viz. a white blaze down his face, 3 white feet, and a wenn of the bigness of a Walnut growing transparent between his eyes, and a black main, and a black tail bobbed. If any shall bring tidings of him to Mr. Smith a Corn Chandler at the ship in Smithfield they shall be well contented for their pains. Wednesday the 15th day of this present February, A little Crystal Box and a Crystal cover fixed with and shutting like a watch, was lost in St James Palace or the old Spring Garden, if any will bring it to Mr Perrin Goldsmith at the golden bottle in Cheapside, or to Ralph Harlow the Porter at Wallingford house next Whitehall shall be well contented for restoring this Box. This is licensed and Entered according to Order.

The Perfect Diurnall of Passages, Issue 217

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From Thursday, Decem 16. to Thursday, Decem. 22. 1653. Divers cavaliers and Malignants have been at Fairs in the North, where being provided of horses, they have marched in small Parties, two or three in a company toward Scotland. That notable Fellow Colonel Wogan was at a Fair in Northumberland, and some others with him as desperate as himself, who are also gone to the Scotch country. From Berwick we hear that on Wednesday last there was a party of about 16, or 18 of the Enemy's Horse at a Town called Chernside, 4, or 5 miles off Berwick; and a Fair being there, divers Berwick men, and other Gentlemen went thither about their business; where they were no sooner come, but they were seized upon, their Horses taken away, and themselves stripped both of their clothes, monies, and other things, and then let loose again to shift for themselves. Another party of them seized likewise on two Soldiers that were bound towards the same Town to assist the Collectors in gathering in the Assessments, whom they disarmed, and then released. Those Horsemen who play Rex thus, are very well mounted, and have stolen away many good Horses out of the Marshes. Their Commander is said to be one Meldrum. There are also about 140 Horse in the Marsh, and in Tividale, under Sir Arthur Forbes, raising both men and money. The main work to do now at court and in this city, is only in making great preparations for the keeping of their great Feast of the Nativity of our Saviour, which beginneth next Thursday; The King since his return with his council, hath been employed in the settling of Winter Quarters for the Army, which is not to Quarter in Villages as formerly, thereby to become burdensome to the people, but they are to be quartered in the Frontier Towns, where some allowance will be made monthly for their Lodgings and Firings, and care taken that the Soldiers might receive their pay to buy Provisions for their subsistence. The Marshall de Foncauld and others, who lately are returned into the King's obedience, came to this City, this being done by virtue of the Amnesty, therefore they were presented to his Majesty, who received their thankfulness, and other submissions. The last Tuesday arrived here the Marquis of Uignau, to bring the particulars of the Defeat given to the Spaniards in Roussillon, which you have heard in my last; the design of his Majesty to go into Provence, continueth still, it being easierly followed by the Cardinal Mazarini, who worketh his own ends therein, as well as the Kingdom, which he doth so much pretend; this doth something thwart the project of the Portugal Ambassador, who for many months since hath driven on the design of making a Match between the King and his Master's daughter, with whom he proffers to give many millions of gold. The Protestant party in Languedoc and other Counties adjacent, are in expectation of a favourable answer to be given to their many and great grievances lately brought from them by the Baron of Rou vigni, who (as I hear) hath presented them, but as yet no answer returned to them, but was promised fair to have it within a few days. The common report is, that the Chamber Ardent shall be put down, it being very much exclaimed against, & I hear not they have done or acted anything of late: Our Archbishop is very sick, and also his Nephew the Cardinal de Retz, who doth yet remain a close prisoner, by reason Cardinal Mazarin will not be able to bend him to his Italian humour. The news from Alsatia are various, some will have the Earl of Harcourt to have made his agreement with the Emperor, for the delivering up Brisack, and other places under his command to him, but others affirm this to be only a plot of the Cardinal to spread such reports, thereby to render him odious to the King and the whole Nation. By the last news from Naples thus: the vice-King having notice that the Earl of Castriglio our new vice King was arrived at St. Poselippo with his Wife, and a great Train sent one of his high Officers, to welcome him, and make him the usual compliment: the next day he was visited by the Cardinal Filmarini, with the rest of the Nobles, both spiritual and temporal: The Duke de Terranova, who is to be Ambassador in ordinary at Rome, is also come to this City. Glencarne and his company removed from their fastness in Monteith towards Broad-Albin on Thursday last, upon an alarm given them by one of our Garrisons, about 8 or 9 miles hence. The Lord Lorne and Kenmore are certainly at a great difference; and some contest hath been between Glengarry and Glencarne, for the chief conduct, Glengarry looking on himself as the taller man and better Soldier. They talk of setting up the Standard at the head of Loch Tay very shortly; and then they will proceed in all haste with their Levies. In the meantime, our Commander in chief is using all possible ways for securing our Forces here, and putting them into such a posture as may oppose the enemy. And no means may be left unattempted for preventing the Country from joining with this rude Rabble, he hath convened the Gentleman of the adjacent Counties, who have (some of them)m subscribed the enclosed Engagement under hand and seal, and the Gentleman of this Shire have generally engaged also; That neither themselves nor any of the people under their power, shall or will act anything to the prejudice of the Commonwealth of England or their Forces; nor any way assist or correspond in person, counsels, advice, or any other means, with the Highlanders now in Arms, or who hereafter shall be in arms against the Commonwealth, under the penalty of forfeiture of life and estate, And to be proceeded against as the Parliament of the Commonwealth, and those empowered by them shall appoint. This Engagement was subscribed the 28 of November 1653. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock arrived here upon the 15 instant with all his Retinue; they are a very gallant company, consisting of at least 90, or 100 persons; he is yet here, and I suppose will stay yet 8, or 10 days, till he get Answer of those Letters he sent to Court since he came hither; he came ashore the same day he arrived here, so that the Magistrates here had no opportunity to receive his Lordship as they intended, but have been extremely civil unto him since, which he doth himself acknowledge; The convoy which came along with the Merchants' ships are yet here, which will now get the company of the Phnix & Elizabeth Frigates, which came with my Lord over. By Letters from Stockholm I have, that there were 3 Hollands Flyboats lading with great Guns for Holland. I have acquainted his Excellency with it, and doubt not but some course will be taken for the interception of the same. The differences between this City and our Bishop continues yet, the ships being detained yet as well under Kepserswert, as from above at Bon, to the great prejudice and damage of the poor Merchants, and greater hazard both of ships and goods, whom one hard Frost, which now is daily expected, would utterly ruin, there being no protection at neither place to save them. Saturday last the Duke of Newburgh's chancellor as also deputed from the city, departed to his Highness, and it's supposed they will procure the relaxation of the said ships; which is much longed for. The Land-day at Mulbelm is broke up without effect. From Regensburgh no news at all for the present. Since my last I received yours, which gives an exact account of the Dutch loss in the late fight; as also of their Sea Engine, wherewith they intend to do great wonders; but if they make no other Provision against the Spring to encounter the English, this will be but a poor bulwark of Defence; I have heard of many such inventions, but they are at last come to nothing else but the expense of time and Treasure. The Messenger that was sent hence for Holland, is returned hither, who brings likewise the confirmation of their great loss in the late storm, which have brought them into a very low condition, so that there is no money to be had for our King, which puts us to hard shifts, and causes us to fear that the Dutch will at last quite leave us in the lurch. We understand of the English Ambassador's arrival at Gothenburg, which makes us anew jealous of the Swede; so that it was lately propounded in the Council, to send another Ambassador for Sweden, but nothing was concluded upon, but our Agent there should take new instructions to oppose the Transactions of the said Ambassador. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock safely arrived at Gothenburg the 15th of November, where he stayed some days in expectation of an Answer to certain Letters of his, which he had sent to the Queen. The Dutch here say the Treaty with you in England will come to naught, and that you will thereupon go by the Ears more fierce than ever. Certainly, that people mean nothing; for, they in all these parts hold up their violent malice against England, and have Letters constantly out of their own Country, which augment their disaffection abroad, and show what Temper the rest are of at home. The Queen with the whole Court is now at Upsall, and from thence she intends to visit the Copper mines. The Dutch goods are not yet restored. It is said she hath a Catalogue of accusations and Offences to produce against them; for which she intends to have satisfaction. This Crown of Sweden, and the Subjects thereof, have suffered exceedingly by the intolerance and injustice of that People. Intelligence is come that Kenmore is marched into the South with some few Foot, and sevenscore Horse, Athol is gone into his own Country with 80 Horse, to keep in the Castle of Blair, that so he may with more liberty take up his Levies there. Kinoule is to raise a Regiment in Barchlaush, and Cooper in Angus; and Ramsay (who lately brought sevenscore Horse to them, and is returned again) to be his Lieut. Colonel. Lane not yet come to them, some jealousies lie upon him, that he, is not so forward as he might. Macnoughton is also somewhat cold in the work, so that no help is come from them as yet. Glencarne hath sent out Warrants to several Towns, for very great proportions of Cloth, Boots, Shoes Money, &c. He sent for as much cloth as would clothe 150 Soldiers: her, with as much linen and shoes as nish the same number, each of them w shirts and a pair of shoes, and fifteen hundred pound Scotch money, threatens them, that if they delay to give obedience, he will exact the same by force. The party of fourscore of these broken away 7 or 8 good Horses from ems house in Fife, and a party of four Rogues came into the Laird of Womat's House three or four miles from Leith, and stabbed an English man, who was employed by the Commissioners to gather in the Rents of his coal-pits: by which we may perceive what usage we might expect, if we were at their mercy. By a letter intercepted from one of their own party thus. All our Commissioned Officers are going now to their several Localities for Levies which was not till now determined upon, both of Horses and Foot: the Earl of Athol is to levy a Regiment of Horses in Perthshire, and the whole Foot thereof: Kinolve hath the Horses of the shire of Angus and Mernes: Glengarry is to levy a Regiment of Horses out of Caithness, Sutherland, Ross, and Murray, and to be Commander in chief of their Foot levied there: Kenmore is to levy the Horses of the shire of Aberdeen. Col. Blakader of Tulliallen is to levy in a part of the shire of Fife; Sir Mungo Murray left us two nights, being discontented for not getting a Locality on the North side of Forth; he was and is Gentleman Quartermaster, and is again reconciled, and is to have Sterlingshire for a Locality of levying the Horses there. We are now about 1000 good well armed resolute Foot, and 500 Horse, the Riders are singularly good, they and the Horses are extremely ill equipaged; Saddles and Bridles that are good, are rare here. I have sent you a Purse-penny, I entreat that there be not a word of the other: This is all. I remain. Poole December 9. Here hath not been any Intelligence. About fourteen days since, Captain Green Commander of a private man of War, brought into this Harbour a prize, pretending to be of Dunkirk, she hath about 114 Tons of French Wine on board, came from Nantes, the Master is a Scotchman, put in as is supposed for colour only, which with other circumstances, give great expectation that she will prove a prize. This day the same Captain Green hath brought in another Vessel, called the Grout pot, she names herself of Hamburg, the Master's name is Steven van Gollen, she hath about 70 Tons of French Wine and some Ginger, it's believed she will also prove a prize. The Governor of the Citadel of Antwerp by name don Balsacar Mercader is preparing for the voyage from hence into Spain, there to remonstrate to his Majesty the condition of these Counties, which during these Wars are very much impoverished, Trade being dead, money scarce, Handicraftsmen have nothing to do, the people grow poor for want of gain, the Countrymen are ruined by quartering of Soldiers, who live at discretion and take what they please. The Gentry are low in revenues, and not able to hold out in the payment of their contributions and cares without some redress, which is not to be expected but by a general peace between both Crowns, which is not like to be in haste, though there be great want of it at present, preparations are daily making ready against the next Summer's expedition, Commissions are given out by the Archduke for the raising of Horse and Foot to recruit his Army. Here is great talk of a Marriage, between the King of France, and the daughter of the King of Portugal, which we hear he doth promise to give in Marriage a very great sum of Crasados, for her dowry. It is generally thought here that this alliance may take effect, in regard of the alliance they have together, and that the first stands in need of money and Ships, and the second of friends and honour. The great preparations which the Duke of Guise makes at the persuasion of the Cardinal Mazarin, are in order to a second conquest of Naples, for which design they have prepared and fitted a Fleet of Ships and Galleys at at Taulon in France, under pretence to relieve Catalonia; But there is already order taken to frustrate and prevent his design by a speedy supplying of that place with a strong party. The Earl of Castrillo, the new Viceroy, was arrived at Naples, and the old was gone from thence for Spain, to give an account to his Majesty at Madrid of his Government of six years, that he hath been Viceroy. On Tuesday last my Lord Fouines was declared here by his Highness, Chief President of the privy Council of his Majesty, and my Lord Rosa excluded, being lately come from Spain, there is great wondering at this change, the reasons hereof are not yet known. The Chamber imparty now erected at Malines to judge and divide the differences proceeding from the Treaty of peace between the King of Spain and the United Provinces, is now sat, and much expectation there is that speedy justice will be done on both sides, to the content of both parties. All persons who are Adventurers for lands in Ireland are desired to take notice, That the Committee for Claims for lands in Thursday the 12 of January next coming to be a day of Lottery at Grocers'-hall London, both for Provinces and Counties, and Thursday the 19 of the same January to be a Lottery for Counties for all such Adventurers who have made their choice in Provinces; and after the said 19 of January the said Committee intend to sit three mornings in a week, viz. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, for preparing Certificates for such Adventurers as have, or shall by that time draw their Lots. We hear by one come this morning from Deale, that General Monk and his squadron were safely arrived in the Downs. There are several Ships gone by this week bound for London; some from the Canaries laden with Wines, and one from Malaga, laden with fruit. There is a Dutch prize laden with Wines taken by a private man of war of London. The lading is all White Wine. We have little of news here since my last; the French Ambassador Monsr. de Chanut hath as yet made no further public Address unto the State, but privately he hath his visits, ana dlazes abroad what great offers he hath to make from his Master; some say 10000. pistols by the month, besides the pay of divers Shipping, in case there be a final breach with England. Nothing is mentioned yet at all of taking in the interest of the Scottish King, though his party here do cry it up as the great design of the French, and say, that the old interest and intercourse will be revived between France and Scotland, that they may have a back door again to surprise the English, upon all occasions. They much slight the Prince of Conde at present, and say he will shortly be glad to embrace any terms from his King; but they who are acquainted with his spirit, know he will stoop to a thousand deaths rather than live as a private man at home, of the Cardinal's courtesy. The Spanish power is not yet so low, as to let him sink, nor will he be without the hearts of France, as long as public pressures and private discontent can blow up a party among that combustible generation: And therefore, as low as he seems now, he will be up again at Spring; and you may expect the Archduke will set him and Loraine both a work again in that Kingdom. Believe it, how serene soever the Court of France may seem now to be, and think of disturbing their neighbours; yet you will see the Cardinal's design upon Naples vanishing into Air, and that there will be little leisure to think either of England or Scotland. The People in these Lands say the Treaty hath been long in hand with England, that they fear nothing will come of it. It will be a difficult point to bring all the Statesmen here to agree about it, being all divided in Interest and opinion; some looking towards France, others toward Spain; some wedded to the Orange-party and Charles Stuart, and think to support themselves by lending a shoulder to that broken Family. Some few also there are who are good Patriots, and they but few, who know, acknowledge, and desire an Union with England as the great Interest of their Country, but can do nothing, because overpowered and outnumbered in all Councils. The truth of things, and the offers made by England to incorporate both Commonweals into one, are kept from the knowledge of the People, or else misrepresented to them, as if thereby England intended only to become Masters of themselves, their wealth and their Trade, and so the Boutefeus here do blast all belief of those Advantages that might come to the United Provinces by such an Incorporation; which would be a matter of so much consequence to Religion, and of terror to the Popish party, that it's no wonder if all the Jesuits in Europe (who are said to have a notable influence in the Dutch Council) employ all their Wits and Insinuations to hinder it. And therefore it is often beaten into the ears of the great one here a Coalition (as the term is) with England, would soon take down the dignities of these Hoghen Moghens; so that rather than part with their High and Mighty Titles, they seem more ready to sacrifice God's true Religion, and the Interest of the poor People here, as the price of their ambition. It will and must be said so, and the People will at length understand it, if their Lords do neglect those great Advantages, which you in England have offered them by this Treaty. Which God bring to a good issue, if not yet concluded. What to think of it here, we cannot tell; for, great Preparations are going on here still. Much rejoicing here is at the Highlanders in Scotland, and much Talk about them. It's said that some Supplies of Arms and Ammunition have been let go from hence, or that they shall go. If true, it's no good sign; nor can I tell what to think of the great preparations in hand in this Country against Spring, no less than 30 new Frigates now laid on the Stocks to be added to the former 30 already built. The whole Navy of old and new together, will be (they say) above 100 sail: besides, they will labour to hold up their Reputation in the Levant, by Lording it that way this next Summer: for, young Tromp is to go out of hand with 12 men of War to the Streights, and they have their eyes every way, both at home and abroad, which activity portends more than ordinary Resolutions for Action. The late Parliament having upon their dissolution delivered up the power which they received from his Excellency at their first sitting by a writing under their Hands and Seals: his Excellency thereupon called a Council of Officers, and advised with other persons of Interest in the Nation, how this great burden of governing England, Scotland and Ireland, with the Armies therein, and Navy at Sea, should be borne, and by whom; who after several days seeking of God, and advising therein, it was resolved that a Council of godly able and discreet persons should be named, consisting of 21. And that his Excellency should be chosen Lord Protector of the three Nations. In pursuance hereof, several persons of eminency and worth, are already made choice of to be the said Council, which are not fit to be mentioned in this time. And this day his Excellency came down to Westminster, and was installed Lord Protector of the three Nations, the manner whereof was thus. His Excellency about one of the clock in the afternoon came from Whitehall to Westminster, to the Chancery Court, attended by the Lords Commissioners of the great Seal of England, Barons of the Exchequer, and Judges in their Robes; after them, the Council of the Commonwealth, and the Lord Mayor, Aldermen, and Recorder of the City of London, in their Scarlet Gowns; then came his Excellency attended with many of the chief Officers of the Army, a chair of State being set in the said Court of Chancery, his Excellency stood on the left hand thereof uncovered, till a large writing in Parchment, in the nature of an Oath, was read; there being the power with which his Excellency was invested, and how his Excellency is to govern the three Nations, which his Excellency accepted of, and subscribed in the face of the Court, and immediately hereupon sat down covered in the chair; the Lords Commissioners then delivered up the Great Seal of England to his Excellency, and the Lord Mayor his Sword and Cap of Maintenance, all which his Excellency returned immediately to them again: The Court then rose, and his Excellency was attended back as aforesaid, to the Banqueting House in Whitehall, the Lord Mayor himself uncovered, carrying the Sword before the Protector all the way; and coming into the Banqueting-House, an exhortation was made by Mr. Lockier, after which the Lord Mayor, Aldermen, and Judges departed. Thus far things have been communicated already in Print. To which may be added as touching the frame and constitution of the Government established, That we shall have Triennial Parliaments, and the first to begin on the third of September next, and so from three years to three years. That Parliaments shall be chosen by the People, according to certain Qualifications set down in the said Parchment; That the time of their sitting shall be for five months: That such Laws as shall be agreed on in Parliament shall be presented to the Lord Protector for his assent; which if it be not obtained within 20 days, then those Bills shall pass notwithstanding, and become Laws in full force and virtue. Strict provision is made also for the succession of Parliaments, the management of Elections, and of Returns to be made by the several Sheriffs of the persons elected. That the Lord Protector shall govern with the advice and consent of his Council, the number of which shall not be less than 13. and not exceed 21. This is the form of government in general, particulars having slipped my memory. Only thus much farther; That all Writs, Processes, &c. shall issue forth in the name of the Lord Protector; That Articles of War shall be made good; That the Ministry of the Gospel shall be maintained, and the present way of their maintenance continued, till some other way more convenient shall be found out and provided. These are some few passages set down so near as I can remember, since the day that they were read in public Many other particulars there are of great importance, which you may hear of in due time. His Excellency the Lord General was proclaimed Lord Protector by sound of Trumpet in the Palace yard Westminster, and at the Old Exchange: Divers of the Council, and the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen in their robes, together with the three Serjeants at Arms with their Maces, and the Heralds in their Ornaments, attending. The tenor of the Proclamation was as followeth: Whereas the late Parliament dissolving themselves, and resigning their Powers and Authorities, the Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, by a LORD PROTECTOR, and successive Triennial Parliaments, is now established; And whereas OLIVER CROMWELL Captain-General of all the Forces of the Commonwealth is declared LORD PROTECTOR of the said Nations, and hath accepted thereof: We have therefore thought it necessary (as we hereby do) to make publication of the Premises, and strictly to charge and commend all and every person and persons of what quality and condition soever in any of the said three Nations, to take notice hereof, and to conform and submit themselves to the Government so established. And all Sheriffs, Mayors, Bailiffs, and other public Ministers and Officers whom this may concern, are required to cause this PROCLAMATION to be forthwith published in their respective Counties, Cities, Corporations, and Market-Towns, to the end none may have cause to pretend ignorance in this behalf. Given at Whitehall this sixteenth day of December, 1653 The names of the persons already settled in the Council of his Highness the Lord Protector, are these following: Lord Lambert, Lord Viscount Lasle, General Disbrow, Sir Gilbert Pickering, Major Gen. Skippon Sir Anthony Ashley Cooper, Walter Strickland Esq. Lawrence Esq. Col. Edward Montague, Col. William Sydenham. From Edinburgh The Highlanders have of late been making their Levies, & have had their design to raise Levies in most Counties. Col. Morgan met with 60 of the enemy very busy in raising forces; but he snapped them before they had made any considerable progress, took17, and pursued the rest to a house, where he surrounded them, and will force them to a sudden surrender. Cap. Lisle, of Col. Rich's Regiment, met with a party making Levies in the County of Angus, whom he defeated, with 2 Captains, and took 50 prisoners. The Lowlanders are apt to receive them; and by stealth send them horses, and other necessaries. There is no news this week from Sea, save that General Monk is out at Sea, riding with about 40 sail, in the Channel, near St. Ellens. No farther news from France, the Governor of Calais having stayed the Packet-Boat at that Town.

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From Monday, March. 6. to Monday, March 13. 1653. By Letters from Dalkeith Feb. 28. The last week Lieut. Hellin, Lieut. to Major Bramston's Troop of Dragoons having noticed that one Capt. Thompson, and Lieut. Col. Ramsey's Lieut. with 5 more of the Enemy were come down into the Mearns, presently mounted with 6 more of the Troop, traced them about 10 miles into the Hills, and at last took them, their horses, with their arms, and one of them being an Englishman, refused to take quarter and was killed. A party of enemy's horse and foot being before Down Castle five miles from Stirling, Maj. Bridges went forth with a party of 60 horse, upon which the enemy fled, our men pursued, and about 4 miles from Down came in sight of them, but most of them got into the Hills. We took only six prisoners and about 19 or 20 horse, Sir Mungo Murray was there, and escaped very narrowly, as did Captain Hamilton, whose horse was taken, but he escaped over a bog. The 10th of March is appointed for the enemies great Rendezvous about Badgenoth. Montrose and Sir Mongo Murray came with Orders to Athol, when he slighted Weems, to prepare all the Forces he could against that time. There was a late falling out amongst them, and one Graham shot Athol's Groom through the head, and young Montrose had like to have killed Lorn, The enemy have put in a Garrison of 30 men into Gaith castle, about a mile from Weems. I have sent you enclosed one of Sir Mungo Murray's warrants, threatening fire and sword. These are to require the Gentlemen, Heritors and others concerned in the Parish of Drummond and Buchanan, that immediately after sight hereof they send to the Craig of Erne out of every hundred pounds of Rent half Bell Cane, one Furlet Meat, one Turf of Hay, one Leg of Beef, one stone Cheese, 4 Hens, or satisfaction therefore; as also to be immediately at the appointed place with your proportion of Troop Horses, every thousand pounds being one well mounted. Troop Horse with certificate: If you fail, I will pursue you with Fire and Sword, according to the general Order. From Naples the 7th of Febr. There is an express Order sent thorough the City that all things necessary should be in a readiness against the next day for the Cavalcade of the Earl de Castriligio, who doth take upon him in a solemn manner the place of a Vice King, having taken the Oath as it is accustomed in the like case; he doth take great care in furthering of his Levies both of Horse and Foot, not only for the supplying of the Forces in Catalonia, but also to send a considerable number to Milan. From Rome, The news concerning Cardinal Pamphilio his being out of favour, is confirmed, but as yet the true cause thereof is not known, only that according to the Pope's Order he doth still remain at Sambuci, and the public affairs which were managed by him, are committed to the care of the Cardinal's Barberini, Ghisi, and Sacheti. From Venice thus: The Galley which was come hither from Dalmatia, hath been dispatched thither again, and Thirty thousand Ducats for the payment of the Soldiery in those parts, and there is a strong supply of Men and Moneys, with Ammunitions to be sent speedily into that Country: this is hastened so much the more, by reason that by the last Letters from Constantinople we hear, That the Turkish Council finding the City of Candia well provided and guarded, and therefore are not like to prevail by taking of it, that thereupon they intend to bend their whole strength into Dalmatia, or else against the Island of Corfu, Zante and Cepalonia. From Milan: All our Garrisons have been changed by putting in those that served the last Summer, and drawing out in the Field those that were there in Garrison thereby to take away all jealousy. The French are quartered some upon the Duke of Savoy his Country, and some are gone to Pignerol: Their General is still at Turin, and intends to tarry there one while till he hath some comfortable news sent from France, as well for having more forces added to his, as also to have moneys sent for the subsistence of his Army. From Frankfort on the Main, the 27 Feb. 1654. By the last Post come from Poland we have advice, That the Tartars who are not marched out of the Country according to the late agreement, have made many incursions and done much harm in several Counties, chiefly in that of Wolmes, insomuch that many have forsaken their Habitations, but at present that storm is well over, since the Commissary General with three thousand horse hath followed them so close, that having found them in small bodies, he hath forced them to leave their robberies, and return to their own Country, although some come short thither: Yet businesses are very doubtful, and it is believed by many that the late peace made with the Tartars and Cossacks will not hold long, but that after the business hath been again debated in the next Diet, that immediately the War will begin a new against the Tartars and the Cossacks. From Regensburg thus. The Emperor having declared his mind to the Diet, that he intends to go for Vienna about the 20 day of April, and therefore the Assembly is desired that they may put a period to all affairs, and so close up all by the last day of March. From Hamburg. All the Princes and States of lower Saxony have sent Commissioners hither for the carrying on of the design, long before intended, which is to make with some other Provinces a de defensive league against the invasion of the Lorrainers, and likewise to have an eye unto the Swedes, who making great preparations by Sea and Land give no little jealousy in those parts. From Cullen. The Citizens and others of that Country were gone for a safety to Düsseldorf and other places adjacent are now returned, hearing that the Lorrainers are gone to join with the Spaniard, upon notice given of the approach of the French, who being come into the County of Liege have caused there a great alteration. From Vpsal February 20. Things go on well here: The Queen and her Majesty's Council look on England as much more settled under the Lord Protector than before. His Highness being one whom she much honours, and also approves of the change of the Government, she hath been in the Country, but is newly returned, and in half a day and a night (after five days absence making speed to us) is come back through very hard Frosts in a Sledge of this Country, in which she rid as long a way as contains about sixty English miles. This day General Deborow, General Monk, and the Commissioners of the Admiralty, went towards Chattam, for dispatch of the completing of the Navy now near ready. Seamen were pressed, and Soldiers drawn out of the Regiments, to be put on board, and a gallant Fleet will presently be at a Rendezvous. The Dutch have also 60 new Frigates, to add to their Fleet, which will shortly be ready. Both sides strengthen themselves as well as they can, lest there should not be a conclusion at last. From Mylor in Cornwall February 28. Here is this day arrived Captain Wall, in the Castle Frigate from the Canaries, but brings no news. About ten days since, Major Cly had a small Barque returned to St. Ives thus, being one hundred leagues off, bound for Bayonne with Pilchards, she was taken by a Dutch Merchantman of 28 Guns, who only took 100 pieces of Beef from the Barque, and inquired whether we had peace in England; Answer was given that there were hopes of it; Hereupon the Dutchman told him he would give him his ship again, and at length gave him his Ship and lading, saying, We had a new King in England, Whereto ours answering no, he replied, but you have one of more power which ours said was a mistake, and withal importuned the Dutch Captain to do so much favour as to slack sail for them that night, because a Brest-man of War hovered about them, and proffered money for our English Vessel. The Dutch Captain asked for the Ghelt. The Brest man answered it should be secured in France. No (said the Dutch Captain) the English-man shall have his Ship, so she came home in safety. From Maastricht, March 6. Our Governor doth keep a good number of Troops in readiness to march at an hour's warning, to repulse the Lorrainers and Spaniards, in case they do offer to make any attempts, or do intend to come upon any of the Territories of the States General, after they have ransacked the poor Country of Liege, from whence many Inhabitants are fled into this City to avoid their cruelty. They have pillaged and plundered most of the Monasteries in the said Country, and committed such fearful abuses, that most people leave and forsake their dwellings and habitations wheresoever they come. From Rotterdam, March 6. stilo novo; We do now hope that the business of the peace is so far advanced, that there is no farther doubt to be made but that the Treaty will be suddenly ratified by both States. All the Provinces have brought in their ratifications; and ere this we hope also that our Extraordinary Ambassadors are arrived in London, and have signed the Articles formerly agreed upon. The Heer Stockhare, Agent for the Protestant Cantons of Switzerland, having been of late in England, and now come over hither, being sent by the said Cantons for a Mediator between the two Commonwealths, hath had audience of the States General, and hath made offer of his Service to adjust any Question that should yet remain undecided between the two States. The Lord Ambassador of France, Monsieur Chanut, hath also had Audience of the said States, and doth very much desire that France may be also included in the Treaty. It is said here that the French and English are like to come to as good Agreement. There is lately an English Prize brought into Texel, taken by a private man of war, called the Bee-Hive, laden with piece-goods, and said to be worth 3000l. We are hastening out our Fleet with all the expedition that may be. From Paris the 11th of March, stilo novo. The Marsh. de la Ferte having settled all things at Beffort, is marched towards Brisack, with an intent to bring the Earl of Harcourt to accept of those conditions mentioned in the King's Declaration, which settleth him on those conditions as he was when he left the Leaguer of Villanova in Agenois, and in a case of denial, the said Marshal is to block him up, and reduce by force of arms, having already taken some Castles which are leading on to the work; The French forces are still quartered in Languedoc and now the provisions brought into Rosa being near spent; therefore care is had to relieve the place with such necessaries as they want, Don Joseph de Margeurit who was left Commander in chief by the Marshal de Hoquincourt is using all means possible to gain some advantage upon the Spanish forces, who being in their Winter quarters nevertheless are so watchful that their enemy can gain no advantage. The Marshal de la Grammont passed through Bourdeaux without making any stay there, and so went into Beyonne there to settle things in a posture he being Governor of that City, and places adjacent next to Biscay. We hear from Provence that they go on still in the making ready the great Fleet, which is intended as we believe for the Levant but there being no moneys come from Court, the work goeth on but slowly. The Duke de Guise, who believeth to be Commander in chief of that expedition, being more forward in his particular than the main business is in general, and it's said that at the return the Duke of Mercoeur from Court, there shall be an impost laid upon the whole Province, for the payment of five hundred thousand Livers for the furthering and advancing of that work. By Letters from Luxemburg We hear, that the Garrison lately come out of Beffort was arrived there in a reasonable good condition, considering the tediousness of the march and the time of the year, these forces being joined with others are marched toward Namun. Antwerp the 14 of March 1654: The Duke of Lorrain doth still remain in our Castle as a close prisoner, the Archduke doth use him with all the civil respects as may be, and as becometh a Prince, his Brother Duke Francis (as I hear) will be here tomorrow to command the Army: there is an Express sent to the Emperor and another in Spain to give notice of all what hath passed in that business, there hath not been discovered as yet any considerable sums of money in his possession, the great business is those Jewels found about his Daughter amounting to a good round sum, he keepeth daily a very good Table having great store of men to wait on him. An Ordinance is preparing for the Trial and approbation of Ministers; and thirty Commissioners (Ministers and others) will be appointed to put them in execution; but the power extends only to the trying of such Ministers as have been admitted within these six months last past, or that shall be admitted hereafter. As concerning the Dutch Peace, the Articles of the late Treaty are engrossing, and six Members of the Council are appointed Commissioners to meet with the Dutch Ambassadors; whereupon its supposed Subscriptions will be made on either side, in order to a firm Peace and Amity. No news from Sea, save that our Fleet ride near Saint Helens Point, in gallant Equipage, and more ships are putting forth with speed. On the other side the Dutch are preparing to put out to Sea; but it's written that their great Fleet will not be ready till May. From Paris, March 12. Since the surrender of Beffort, the Court hath again assailed Count Harcourt with new Temptations for a surrender of what he hold in Alsatia, and the Marshal de la Ferte Senaterre hath instructions sent him for that purpose; but it's apprehended he will never trust the Court, not the Charms of the Cardinal. The Prince of Conti, and his new Princess the Cardinal's Niece, have spent their days hitherto in Balls and Feasting among the great ones, at which Solemnities both the King and Cardinal have made all possible expressions of mirth and contentment. The Lady is one of much beauty, and considering her husband's stature, may soon look over his shoulder, in such an active Court as this is. The Cardinal keeps servants of his own about him, that as Policy and Interest made this wonderful match, so Policy may keep it, till personal and state jealousy do chance to break it; for it's thought and said already, there is not much affection, nor confidence on either side. The Populary talk of a prodigious sum appointed for the Lady's Portion, and they have most reason to talk (though they seldom hit right) because it goes out of their Purses, whatever it be. It is not liked, that so many Persons interested in the City, should be visiting of Conti, where it is not known what his and his brother Conde's interest may yet effect, notwithstanding the late Marriage, seeing it were no new thing in Paris, if the highest designs of malice should break out at, or after a wedding. His brother the Prince of Conde, is preparing to make work at Spring. That little cloud upon the Frontiers may chance to gather now that the Duke of Lorrain, his great Rival and Competitor in the Spanish Interest, is said in Limbo: for he was the great impediment to the Prince's designs, having (as he is charged) been tempering with France, to the prejudice of the affairs both of Spain and Conde, but being removed, and his Army disposed into the hands of his younger brother, Francis of Lorrain, a person not so debauched nor odious, but more firm at the devotion of the Spaniards, it is supposed they may be able to go on the more current in their designs upon this Kingdom. And in Flanders they are very forward in their Preparations already; which being observed here, orders are issued out by Marshal Turain, his Majesty's General, for putting the Army with all speed into a convenient posture to prevent them. The young King here follows his pleasure; he and the Cardinal have lately been a hunting the wild Bore at St. Germans. His Majesty shall not want delights to put State business out if his head. His eminence is sending for his Father, the old Mazarini, to follow the Sisters, Daughters, and Nieces into this Kingdom. By matches, or one way or other, they are like all to be of the blood. These things are stomached still by the Duke of Orleans, who keeps close still at Blois, and will not be entreated by any means to entrust his Brother at Court. The Cardinal de Retz is still kept a prisoner, to the great discontent of the Clergy, and there he is like to be kept; for Mazarin knows well enough that this man made a Cardinal, merely to out brave and supplant him, and the end drive him out of the Nation. The inclination of Holland and the rest of the Provinces, to make a firm peace with England, hath filled this Court with the same affections. And the next thing that will be done to smooth the way, will be to handsomely rid of Charles Stuart and his Zetinue, who (they say) are already providing to be gone; but whether, none knows, unless it to be Germany. From Venice the 16. Feb. 1654. By a ship that came lately from Candia, we hear that Vssaim Bashaw, who is General of the Turkish Army in that Island, intending to besiege a new, that City had brought all his Forces near the place intending entrench and fortify themselves close to the walls, but that our Forces within had made such a powerful tally upon those infidels, that they had not only made them to forsake their new works, but likewise made them retreat in a disorderly way, but not without some considerable loss on our part: here are now four ships under sail, which carry men, moneys, and the like warlike necessaries for the relief of Candia; and there are more ships which will be ready for the same purpose in a few days, our Levies likewise go on gallantly not only those in Germany, but also those in several parts of Italy, divers persons who had been exiled from this City, have made their peace with considerable sums of money among whom is the Earl Porcellago of Breseis, who upon his agreement is to find and maintain for one month 1200 men in Candia, and moreover to serve in person during the wars, From Genoa the 18 ditto upon Wednesday last here arrived Letters from Alicant and other places in Spain which imply no further, save that the Duke de Tarsie was arrived with four Galleys at Porto Mobone, and was expecting two more which being arrived he intends to come for these parts: and by that means it is thought some Soldiers will be brought to serve in the State of Milan. The aforesaid Wednesday some Commissioners sent from the City of Messina in Sicily, to the Spanish Court having remained some few days here, are gone on in their journey for Madrid. There is likewise this week come into this Port a Galley of the Duke of Florence having in her besides other rich goods three hundred Balls of Silk unwrought: we hear from Rome that the Duke de Terra nova being come to Naples is expected there daily to execute the plate of an Ambassador in ordinary for Spain, and that great preparations are making for his reception and making king his Cavalcade in that City. Paris the 14 of March 1564. stilo novo. The States of Languedo, with much ado have yielded to pay to the King the sum of fifteen hundred thousand livers, which is to be paid ready money, although the quartering of Soldiers and other oppressions and grievances make them much incapable to effect it. The Governor of St. Menehold having sent out two parties abroad, have made a great progress upon the Princes forces, having plundered several Villages near Stenay, and brought away great store of Cattle: now open war being declared between Clermont of the Prince's party, and Verdun of the King's side, they commit all acts of hostility that may be imagined, which is the more easy, being so near Neighbours. The nineteenth instant the King went near to the City to take a view of his Regiment of the Guards who was then drawn out into the field. The same day the King's Brother, with several Councillors of state went to the Court of accounts, to see several Edicts passed, and among them, one for suppressing them called Elect. The Prince of Conti likewise went to another Court to see the same Edicts passed, and in both places they were approved and registered. The 11th instant the King went to the Castle of Vecennes, with the Cardinal Mazarini, and were that day hunting in the Park, and fortuned to this City. The Cardinal Retz doth still remain a close prisoner, and the intended Agreement cannot be brought yet to any perfection, which doth make the Clergy very full of discontent. The Duke of Orleans is still near Blois, and will not be induced to come to the Court. The report concerning the sending an extraordinary Ambassador for England, is not so frequent as formerly, the main thing looked upon here, is to see the conclusion of the peace between England and Holland, the credential letters being sent to Monsieur de Bourdeaux, to be received Ambassador, no doubt but the same will be effected, and so great conducing to a peace between us and England. There are several Marriages spoken here, but as yet nothing done. The Cardinal is very frolic with his new kindred, and no other talk but of new Alliances, in the mean time the Prince of Conti bearing great stroke at Court being highly in favour with the King and Cardinal. Another part of Paul's Church falling down this week, at the great South Door, where a part fell before: It was under under consideration by the Council for taking it down, but nothing yet done in it. Orders were issued from the Lord Protector, for all Officers concerned, to repair their charges in Scotland. All the Adventurers for Lands in Ireland are desired to take notice, that the Committee for Claims have appointed a Lottery for Narroines, to be at Grocers Hall London, on Thursday the thirtieth of March 1654. to begin at eight of the Clock in the forenoon of the same day. William Tibbs Clerk Scarborough the 6. of March, we are still visited by the Dutch Freebooter, who have of late taken some Barks which came from Sunderland, and caused another to run a shore near Hartlepool: there are a great many ships ready to come from Newcastle so soon as the wind will permit. Amsterdam the 14. of March, there is arrived this week at the Ulie a Fleet of ships of about 140 Sail, which came from the Eastland, whereof a part is coming up to this City, and the rest goeth to divers other parts in this County. The Commander Ruyter is chosen Vice-Admiral for this City: There is likewise come to the Hague an Agent or public Minister of Malta, who is called the Chevalier Palant, he hath had audience of the States General, and after that hath delivered in certain Papers, wherein are expressed at large, the occasion of his coming, and his demands, a Freebooter of Enchuison hath lately retaken a ship had been taken by the English near Ulie, here are two great ships also come from the Charibdie Islands. This week General Middleton is gone from hence to Scotland, having only two men of war, the one of 20 Guns, and the other of 16 Guns, the greatest matter which they carry over with them, is some small quantity of Ammunitions, and about three hundred volunteers, few of them men of fortune. Dover the 9 of March, by a small Bark come this morning from France. we hear that a great Fleet of Dutch Merchant men, consisting of about 140 Sail is gone to the Westward, sailing close by the Coast of France, and having a fair wind, 'tis like they have passed without any interruption from our Fleet, whom we hear is still near St Helens point, this Dutch Fleet hath a Convoy of about 60 sail of men of war, but they are to be divided, the Merchant ships being bound to several Countries and Ports: we are expecting some ships from Dunkirk, and Ostend, but as yet they are not arrived. Leith the 4 of March 1653. Since my last there is certain intelligence come of the Landing of Middleton at the Ferry of Uney in Southerland, on Monday was sevennight, about 12 of the clock at night in an Hoy, in which was some Arms: there came with him Sir George Munroe, the Lord Nappier, Tho: Dyell, Alderman, Major Gen: Dyell, Lodowick Drumland, and above 100 more. The Vessel was unloaded, and sent away the next morning. They sent 40. of their men or thereabouts, up to Achness with 8 or 10 Horse Load of Arms, the rest they carried along with themselves, and go up Strath fleet, towards Assigne. It is reported, there is another Ship loaded in Strathnemer with Arms, but no men, they speak of meeting with Glencairn in the Brays of Murray, where they are to have their Rendezvous, and from thence to press all the Countries of Rise. The Articles of Agreement between the Dutch and us (as before mentioned) are not yet engrossed, but the English Commissioners of the Council to the Lord Protector, viz. the Lord Lisle, Major General Lambert, Sir Gilbert Pickering, Mr. Lawrence, Col. Montague, and Mr. Strickland, appointed to finish the business of the Dutch Ambassadors, have had several meetings, and the results of all (as fairly conjectured) tends to a speedy Union. However, preparations for completing this Summer's stately Fleet goes on a main, and 1000 private Soldiers this week (besides Seamen) were drawn out of four Regiments about London, and sent on shipboard. There is newly published, a Book entitled, The Perfect Pharisee, under monkish Holiness, opposing the fundamental Principles of the Gospel and Scripture Practises, in a Generation of men called Quakers, or a Preservative against their cross blasphemies and horrid delusions. (Published by the Ministers of Newcastle) sold by Rich: Tomlins, at the Son and Bible near Pie Corner. A Plea for Anti-Pdobaptists, against the vanity and falsehood of the scribbled Papers, entitled, The Anabaptists anatomised and silenced in a public dispute at Avergaveny in Monmouthshire Septemb. 5. 1653. betwixt John Tombes, John Crag, & Hen: Vaughan, teaching Instant Baptisms. By John Tombes B. D. Sold by Hen: Hills, at the sign of Sir John Newcastles in Pie-Corner. A bright Bay pacing Mare, with a small Star, black mane and black Tail, docked somewhat short, great with feel, with an old sore upon the withers, healed up but no hair upon it, a little hip-shotten, but hardly to be discerned, 14 hand high, and 8 year old, she was lost from Hampton Court in Herefordshire, near Lancaster, about the end of Decemb. last, whosoever shall give notice of her to the place abovesaid, unto Mr. Leves, at the White Heart in St. Johns street, shall have twenty shillings for his pains. This is licensed and entered according to Order.

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From Tuesday, February 7. to Tuesday, February: 14. 1653 It was this Day advertised by Letters read in the Council, that the Merchants of Bristol had lost three ships by the French Men of War, the Unicorn of one hundred and twenty tons, carrying eight Guns, the Swan much about the same bulk, she was taken under the Isle of Scilly by two Men of War of France, one of which carried 38 guns, and was commanded by Captain Beach an English man, the Mary Rose was taken, was after a long fight which continued almost seven hours, taken by a Man of War belonging to Ostend, and was carried unto Dunkirk; the French Pirates have also taken three ships in the Westerns Seas belonging to Barstable, which they have carried into Normandy; one of the English ships was so torn in her bulk, and so unrigged in her sails with the long fight, that one of the Men of War were enforced to tow her along with him; one of our Frigates did what she could to rescue her, but the French ship being a good sailor, she could not overtake her, although she gave chase to the Royal James (for so the ship was called) for the space of six and thirty hours, much about the same time the Sapphire Frigate took a Dutch Man of War of 20 Guns, and 70 Men, she is sent also into Plymouth, five sail that came from Maligo which (as the times go) may prove Prizes. Although the Merchants of Bristol complain of their late losses, yet their grief is mitigated by the arrival of some of the long Fleet from Maligo, and with the good news they brought that the remainder are safe at Galloway in Ireland. They brought with them Intelligence that the French men had taken two ships belonging to Milford Haven, as they were sailing for Ireland, and standing off more to the South, they took three ships more, laden with Lead, and fish. The French Men of War when the wind is Easterly, do lie about the Isle of Lundy, and the Lands end, and if the Wind be Westring, they lie about Scilly, taking all opportunities, that but give the least invitation for their profit. The Names of the Captain Pirates belonging to Brest in Normandy are these. The Royal James, with 38 guns, Richard Beach Commander. The Michael, 14 guns, James Smith The Briget with 8 guns, William Smith. The Francis 10 guns, Meldrum. The Mall 10 guns, Covel. The Loyal James with 12 guns, James Dillon. The Saint Mary 4 guns, Richard Dillon. The Francis with 10 guns, William Durant. The with 8 guns, Jones. The Margaret with 3 guns, Heldish. The Francis with 22 guns, Martin. The Patrick with 18 guns, Swart. The Katherine with 6 guns, Estmond. The small Michael with 6 guns, Peters. The Snow with 4 guns. Nich: Murro. The Adventure with two guns, George Lodde Three French men with 15. 18. 20. Three in the Stocks of 4 guns a piece In the mean time General Blake, and Gen: Pen have in several squadrons sent forth some part of our Fleet, who have sent in six considerable Prizes, one of which I have already mentioned in the passages. It is advertised from Scotland, that Major Knight's Cornet hath taken the Captain Lieutenant of Glencarn's Regiment. A party of Scotchmen who formerly have done good service have been encouraged to increase their numbers, and our Forces there have found an advantage by it; for having the Scottish tone, and broad pronunciation, they have been taken by the Highlanders to be their friends, and by this mistake they have betrayed themselves unto them. It is advertised, but not believed, that the Lord Seafort hath stormed our Fort at Lewis Island with 1400 men, and taken it. The Governor which we had there was so confident of the strength of the place, that he said he could defend it against 10000 Assaulters, and he had intelligence before that Seafort had an intent to storm it. There is a report that the Queen of Swedeland hath sent a Letter to the Titular King of the Scots by the importunity of Mr. Crofts who calls himself his Ambassador, the substance of the said Letter is said to be, That her Majesty doth excuse herself, that the present condition of her affairs doth not permit her to give satisfaction to his Demands; and that she for the present can only but contribute pity to his misfortunes. The last news from Holland, is that although most of the Provinces have consented to the Articles of agreement, to the Peace betwixt England and themselves, yet Freizland stands off, and all the rest are under a cloud of jealousy, for their Frigates are making ready with all the speed that may be, in which the Shipwrights by a strict command are so profanely diligent that they do work Sundays, and all their whole Fleet will be ready to launch forth within these three weeks at furthest. The French Ambassador is most importunate to obstruct the proceedings of the Peace; and it is thought he will receive an Answer agreeable to his mind in favour of those many and great testimonies of friendship which the Commonwealth of the United Provinces hath enjoyed from the Crown of France. The Hollanders have taken an English Man of War In the mouth of the Straits, and brought her into Marseilles, they have also brought into Flushing an English private Man of War, carrying six Guns. Three ships of Denmark are come to Flushing, laden with great Guns, and Ammunition of War. Those of Ostend (say the Letters from Flushing) have taken from our Fleet, though we be friends with them, five ships laden with cheese, and other commodities. This being the Day appointed for entertaining his Highness the Lord Protector in the City of London, in the morning the streets from Grocer's hall in the Poultery to Temple Bar, were railed in on both sides the way, and the four and twenty Companies met at their several Halls, and about eleven of the clock they took their places within the said Rails, and all along the said Rails were set up a great many Flags, and streams bearing the Arms of the respective Companies, and the Rails themselves were covered with blue cloth. Then the Lord Mayor, and Aldermen (on horseback) went to meet his Highness at Temple Bar, the sword-bearer carrying the Sword before him and when his Highness came the Lord Mayor took the Sword, and presented it to his Highness, and then his Highness delivered it back again unto him, and after some other Ceremonies performed, his Highness came through the City attended in this manner, viz. First came a Marshal, and after him five Trumpets sounding, then came about sixty Gentlemen in gallant equipage, and well mounted, after them came six Trumpeters, and four heralds at Arms, next after them were carried nine white Flags, and after them the Lord Mayor's Officers, and the Clerks, Attorneys, and other Officers belonging to the City, all on foot, then came the Sheriff, and Aldermen on horseback all in their scarlet Gowns, and next before his Highness the Lord Mayor bare-headed, carrying the Sword himself before him, his Highness having on a musk coloured Suit, richly embroidered with Gold, and the light Horse that was led by him, had a very rich embroidered Saddle, the Pistols fastened to the saddle had their locks, and barrels made of silver. As his Highness passed by, the People were uncovered, and his Highness as he went, continually moved his hat to the People; there followed after his Highness about threescore Colonels, and other Superior Officers in very rich habits, and after them came two rich Coaches of his Highness with six stately Horses apiece, the Postillions, and Coachmen riding bare, only with black velvet caps; after them followed thirteen other Coaches, all with six Horses apiece, in which were most of his Highness's Council, and seventeen other Coaches followed after them: The shops were shut up in Cheapside, and so to Temple-bar, and the Bells rung in every steeple. When his Highness came to Grocers-Hall (which was a little after two of the clock) he was most Royally entertained, with abundance of the choicest delicates this rich and plentiful City could afford. There was also a Song prepared, but it seems in great haste. Do you judge of it. His Highness took his place in the middle of the upper Table in the great Hall, and his Son the Lord Henry Cromwell on the left hand, and the Lord Mayor on the right hand; and at the Table on each side of them sat the Council, with Gen: Monk, Commissary Gen: Whaley, Coll: Pride, Coll: Hewson, and other Colonels and Officers of the Army, and Music and Singing continued all Dinner while. The Dinner being ended, the Lord Mayor conducted his Highness up stairs to a rich and stately Banquet; and about six of the clock at night his Highness and his Retinue repaired again towards Whitehall Having received a present of forty dozen of silver Plates, to the value of two thousand pound, and Knighted the Lord Mayor, to whom he gave a very rich Sword in the remembrance of him, &c. This Day produced but little News, only that Colonel Mackworth Governor of Shrewsbury was made one of his Highness Council: New Judges will suddenly be made to ride this next Circuit. Foreign parts afford but little News, the depth of the snow, and the extremity of the cold Winter, of which they have been more sensible in other Countries, freezing the tame Sword in the sheath, and keeping the Soldier in his Quarters, but in Scotland they are so hot, their fury will admit of no cessation, the Highlanders in their bold Levies do force the ploughmen to be soldiers, and turn their ploughshares into swords, if they will not be obedient to their Drums, they plunder them, and where they find opposition, they do their utmost endeavour to lay all waste behind them. The Ratification of the Peace with England doth to all outward appearance very fairly advance itself in England; It is reported that the States General of the United Provinces were sending the Lord Brederode to be their Ambassador, and with him the Lord Opdam Admiral of their Navy, but the Lord Brederode by reason of his great age, hath desired to be excused, what the event of the Treaty will be, will suddenly appear. I made mention in my last, that our Fleet was put forth to Sea, but it hath since appeared otherwise, for by several Letters both on this day, and on Tuesday last it was advertised that our Fleet doth still ride near unto Saint Ellen's point. There lately passed by Portsmouth thirty sail of our Merchant's ships, which came all from the Straits, Spain, Portugal, and from the Bay of Biscay, who are all safely arrived on the River of Thames. It is advertised that a Dutch Man of War which carried 9 Guns, and did ride in Calice Road was beaten upon the shore and broken in pieces, and many of the men drowned. The Newcastle Frigate hath been very active, and at Sea again, she hath brought into Burlington bay, a small Dutch Man Of War of four Guns, and about forty men in her; this was that ship which took some of our Colliers as they were coming and going for Coals; the Captain and the men are sent to Jail at York. It is advertised from France, that the Pr: of Condy's Brother is come to Paris, where he is gallantly received, and is to marry one of the fair Nieces of the Cardinal. There hath been a long debate in the Council of France concerning the sending of an Ambassador extraordinary to England, which some say is the Marshal of Clarumbant, others affirm it is the Marquis of Arpason. It was also certified from France, that the titular Duke of York hath been sorely shaken with so shrewd a spirit as an Ague, and is not yet rid of it; many young Lords of the Kingdom, both of the one religion, and the other, do daily come to visit him. The Protestant Nobility have of late been much respected, and preferred by the King of France, the Cardinal Mazarini no ways repining at it. Letters from Holland do make mention, that they even make themselves sure there of a Peace with England, to which the sending back of some Prisoners of which we had taken, and the continuance of our Fleet at St. Helens point, which might have alarmed them, doth make them to presume the more of it. I am informed of a Letter which advertiseth of seven ships gone lately with Arms from Holland to the Highlanders, but I much doubt the truth of it, by reason of the present overtures, and the hazard they should run by so doing. I made mention before of some ships taken by the Dutch from us: We have taken this week seventeen ships from them, eleven whereof, some being Merchants, and some Men of War, are very considerable. The Letters this Day make mention of some shipwrecks by reason of the high winds at Sea on the 4 and 5 of this present month. The Irish taking the advantage of the Winter season, play their pranks in some parts of the Nation, but they may be shortly met with. Colonel Daniel hath done good service not far from St: Johnstone, and taken nine Troopers well mounted, their Cornet being killed upon the place. Glencarn hath sent a terrible Letter to the Scots Troop in our Army, threatening them with the utmost extremities, for the injuries received by them, and for the loss of his Captain Lieutenant, who is his kinsman, so ruinous is his Resolution, that whosoever of their own Nation, will not deliver up their Men and Horses to serve him in the War, are to have their Families, and themselves imprisoned, and their Houses burnt with unquenchable fire. A Victory obtained against the Highlanders, and the number taken, and slain. Seventeen Dutch Merchants, and Men of War taken by the English, and the number of our Merchant's ships taken by the Dutch. The dangerous sickness of the titular Duke of York at Paris. The substance of the Recorder's Speech at the Lord Mayor's magnificent entertainment of his Highness a present of two thousand pound in silver Plates conferred on his Highness; the Lord Mayor Knighted, and a rich sword given him by the Lord Protector. New Judges to be chosen for the next Circuit. An Ambassador extraordinary expected from France. And the great outrages committed by Glencarn, and his terrible Letter to devour all with the fire, and sword.

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The Declaration of his most excellent Highness, OLIVER Lord Protector of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereunto belonging: with his Act of Pardon and Grace to the people of the Scottish Nation; and the Names of the Princes, Dukes, Marquises, Earls, Lords, Knights, and Gentlemen, that are excepted from any benefit thereof: Together with a List of the Nobility, Colonels, and Officers, now fined by his Highness for adhering to the Royal part, and the mighty sums of money imposed, with the time prefixed for the payment. Also, the new Order concerning the white Cross of St. Andrew, the joining of it with the Red cross, and the golden Harp, and the speech of the Lord Ambassador from the most high and mighty Prince Lewis, to his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Answer thereunto. By an Express from Paris, thus: In answer to yours concerning the little Q. and her Son the K. of Scots, thus much at present; On the 22 of April she went from hence, having two days before taken her leave of the King and Court, there went with her, her two sons Charles and James, Prince Rupert, the Lord Digby, sir Lewis Dives, and divers other Gentlemen, in all about 12 Coaches; some say she intends for Orleans: others, to the Duke her brother, at his house near Blois. The Articles of peace are delivered to his Highness the Lord protector in a silver box, signed and sealed by the States of the United provinces, all concurring; and his Highness hath appointed the like to be engrossed here, and to pass the Great Seal of England; and then he will sign it by his sign Manual, which is them to be put into a silver box, and be sent to the Hague; and after signification of the States General receiving thereof, it will be published in both Commonwealths. From Scotland we have received intelligence, that the grand design of Rising doth appear every day more universal, not only the Scots flying out, but divers English; and amongst the rest three Clerks, belonging to the Court of Justice at Edinburgh, divers soldiers out of Lieth, and about 50 from Sterling are gone t the Hills; from whence they descend down sometimes into the Lowlands, and amongst others, the E. of Salkirk, second son to the Marq. of Douglas, started out the other day, and took from Boggehal 60 horse. Nay, this is not all, but divers other Englishmen are got to the Hills under the command of an Irish-man so that Middleton's Army consists of at least 800 horse & 3000 foot, and are resolved to engage us. Whereupon col. Morgan with 850 horse, & 1600 foot is advanced against them, and a sudden engagement is expected. Cap. Staner, and Cap. Smith, Commanders of the Tonnington and Plymouth frigates, have taken an Holland East-India ship outward bound of 800 Ton, laden with 350 Ton of goods, and 4 Chests of silver. The Constant Warwick hath brought in Prize a Brest man of war with 8 guns, and 50 men into Plymouth. Ay! But to this welcome news, we have received very sad tidings, that is, on Tuesday last Cap. Southwood, commander of the White-Raven, going from Lieth Road towards Newcastle, was set upon by a 11 Dutch men of war, boarded and taken, and the 13 instant a private man of war of ours, was accidentally blown up in the Lieth Road, and 6 men killed. From Warsaw they write, that the Muscovites before they would grant the Cossacks their protection, obliges them to renounce the Amity of the Tartarians, that they should never acknowledge their old Polish Lords, nor wear any habit after the polish mode, or wear any red or yellow boots, but only black ones; and that they shall drink no strong waters, play at cards, or take tobacco &c. The French in Bruxel are in a panic fear that the K. of Spain will deliver into the hands of the Lord protector of England, the town of Dunkirk for security of forces which they fear shall be sent over to the Prince of Conde, for the service of the K. of Spain, against the Crown of France. The Q. of Sweden hath written a letter to the French Ambassador, concerning her Majesty's Resolution of surrendering Her Crown and Kingdom to Pr. Charles, which is conceived to be only for promoting of the princess of Orange and the King of Scots' sister. From Holland they write, That the States General have sent to all Provinces, and considerable cities to bring in their opinions and consents concerning the House of Orange, and the Stuarts Family; 'tis hoped all things will prove for the best. And 'tis conceived the Q of Sweden hath a good intention for the Low-Countries: Unto which confines, valiant Duke Francis of Lorain is said to prosecute his journey with a stately Train. Their great Armado, far bigger than ever, is designed to launch forth into the Deep about the merry month of May: at which time they intend to play strange pranks, over the left shoulder. The States have had several meetings for preventing of the Designs which may be intended against the Sound, and to preserve the entire right to the K. of Denmark; and upon the Result, sent Orders to the Admiralty of Amsterdam, to carry on the Naval Affairs with expedition. From Plymouth it is certified, That capt Potter Commander of the Constant Warwick (who not long since brought in that famous Pirate cap. Beach) hath again disputed the sovereignty of the seas with another Brest man of War, called the Bridget, and after a sharp and cruel conflict, came to grappling, and at last boarded her, and brought her into the aforesaid Port: she is one of the neatest things and best sailor that ever spread her canvas upon the curled Waves. From Truro in Cornwall, our Scout bringeth intelligence, That Mrs. Hannah Trapnel, who lately acted her part in a Trance so many days at Whitehall, hath for some time been in those parts, where she passed from Town to Town, to vent her Prophecies, and alienate the hearts of the people from the present Government: There are in her company one Mr. Langdon, and M. Bauden, two members of the late short-lived Parliament: But the Justices having taking notice of her ways and practices, she was apprehended; and M. Lobb giving the Charge in the last Sessions, willed the Jury to inquire, 1 concerning Vagrants, 2 such as occasioned unlawful meetings, 3 such as speak against the present Government. There were two Indictments drawn against her; but M. Langdon, and M. Bauden, endeavoured to make a learned Defence, and could not be suffered: only they entered into Bonds of 300 l. for her good behaviour, and appearance at the next Assizes. This passage reminds me of the old story of Eliz. Barton, the Holy Maid of Kent (as she was called) in the days of H. 8. who was made use of by certain fanatic Popish Priests, by feigned Miracles & Trances, to raise admiration in the multitude, and foment seditious Humours against the Government; for which she and her accomplices were all executed. His Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council, has set forth an Ordinance, declaring, That all persons of the Scottish Nation of what degree of quality soever (except the persons hereafter named) shall, from and after the 1 day of May, 1654. be freed, acquitted, & discharged, from all Forfeitures, fines, Sequestrations, pains, penalties, imprisonments, or punishments whatsoever, for any matter or thing by them committed by sea or land, in relation to the late war, or any preceding war between the two Nations; And that after the said 1 day of May, no sequestration fine, or punishment, shall be imposed, but the same to be put in perpetual Oblivion. Henrietta Maria, the Queen of the late King Charles deceased. Charles Stuart, their eldest son, James Stuart, their second son. James late duke of Hamilton, deceased. William late Duke of Hamilton deceased. John Earl of Crawford Lindsey, James Earl of Kalender, John Earl of Lawderdail, Earl of Kelley, Earl of Lowdon, Earl of Seaforth, Earl of Athol, Viscount Kenmore, Lord Lorn, eldest son of the Marquess of Argyll, Lord Machlin, eldest son of the L. Lowdon, Lord Montgomery, eldest son of the Earl of Egglingtoun, Lord Spynie, Lord Cranston, Lord Sinclare, Thomas Dalyel, late Maj. Gen. of the foot in the Scottish Army. John Middleton, late Lieu. Gen. of the Horse in the Scottish army. Viscount Newburgh, Lord Bargany, Sir Thomas Tompson, Lord Napier, Laird Domeston of Womar, Earl of Glencarn, And it is further ordained, that the several persons hereafter named, do pay unto his Highness the Lord Protector his public receipt the several respective sums of money hereafter mentioned and expressed, as a fine and fines for and in respect of his or their estates, to be paid in such manner, and at such times, as is hereafter expressed, that is to say, David Lesley, late Lieu. Cen. of the Scotch Army 4000 li. sterling. Marq. of Douglas 1000 li. sterling. Lord Angus 1000 l. ster. Earl of Selcrig 1000 l. ster. The Heirs of Francis late Earl of Bucleuch deceased, 15000 l. Earl of Galloway 4000 l. Earl of Roxburgh 6000 l. Lord Cockeram 5000 l. Lord Forrester 2500 l. Mr. Armstruther 1000 marks ster. Sir Archibald Sterling 1500 l. Mr. Drummond 500 l. Henry Mawl, son to the E. of Panmure, 2500 l. Sir James Levingston of Kilsith 1500 l. Mr. Murrey 1500 l. Earl of Buchane 1000 l. Viscount Dudhop 1500 l. Preston of Cragmeller 1500 l. Sir Andrew Flesher 5000 l. Sir John Wnuchab 2000 l. Earl of Prith, and Lord Drumond his eldest son, 5000 l. Earl of Winton 2000 l. Earl of Findlater 1500 l. Earl of Murry 3500 l. Earl of Quinsburgh 4000 l. Earl of Eith 6000 l. Lord Duffus 1500 l. Lord Grey 1500 l. Earl of Panmure 10000 l. Earl of Arrol 2000 l. Earl of Tullibardine 1500 l. Earl of Sowthesk 3000 l. Earl of Dalbensie 1500 l. Earl of Hartfield 2000 l. Lord Ross 3000 l. Lord Sample 1000 l. Lord Elphinstone 1000 l. Lord Boide 1500 l. Lord Cooper 3000 l. Lord Balwaird 1500 l. Lord Rollock 1000 l. Earl of Kinghorn 1000 l. Earl of Kinkardine 1000 l. Lord Bamfe 1000 l. Mr. Medrum of Tylliebody 1000 l. Sir Robert Graham 1000 l. Sir William Scot 3000 l. Mr. Arnot 2000 l. Mr. Hay of Bowset 2000 l. Sir Francis Reven 3000 l. Mr. Scot of Montrose 3000 l. Laird of Rothemegordon 500 l. Sir John Scot 1500 l. Laird of Gossid 1000 l. Laird of Bachilton 1500 l. Lord Rothes 1000 l. Sir Lewis Stuart 1000 l. Sir James Carmighil 2000 l. Laird of Stanhop 2000 l. All and every which sum and sums of money, shall be paid unto George Bilton Deputy Treasurer at Lieth; one moiety thereof, on, or by the 2 day of August, 1654; and the other moiety on, or by the 2. day of Decemb. Then next ensuing; and in default of such payment, all and every the real and personal estate of every person and persons so making default, shall from thenceforth be absolutely confiscate; and the Commissioners for Sequestrations, are hereby empowered to seize the same accordingly. By an Express from Naples it is certified, That Gen. Delfino having besieged the strong Garrison of Clim, found so cold a welcome, by the host and desperate sallying out of the Turks, that after a lamentable and bloody conflict, he was totally routed, and left behind him above a thousand gallant men, and all his Bag and Baggage, besides some pieces of Cannon. Monsieur Lodowich de Gand, Lord of Brachey, and Resident here in England in behalf of the high and mighty Prince Lewis, Duke of Guelders and Julters, Conte of Egmont and Zutphon, &c was this day, with many Gentlemen of quality accompanying him in coaches, attended by Sir Oliver Flemming, Master of the Ceremonies, unto his Highness the Lord Protector; The Lord President Laurence, and some other Lords of the Council, with the Secretary of State, being present in his Highness' chamber, where the said Lord Resident had audience, and made a congratulatory Speech, which was answered with abundance of respect from his Highness. Whereas a peace is made, concluded, and ratified, between his Highness the Lord Protector, and the States General of the united Provinces of the Low countries. And whereas it is agreed, That publication thereof shall be made on both parts on Wednesday next, being the 26 of this instant April; from which time, restitution is to be made of all ships that shall be taken on either side, after 12 days, within these seas; and in all other places on this side the cape of St Vincent; and from thence within the Mediterranean sea, and to the quinoctial Line, after ten weeks; and beyond the quinoctial, after the space of 8 months: which several spaces were so limited, to the intent, convenient time might be allowed for notice to be given of the said peace, in all places where it shall be necessary. The Council have therefore thought fit hereby to give notice thereof to the several Ports of this Commonwealth, and to all others whom it may concern, within the Dominions thereof, to the end, they may have warning to provide for their own safety, and not expose their ships to danger within the several and respective times aforesaid. W. Jessop, Clerk of the Council. From Deal, April 21. thus: This Afternoon arrived here the Express, who doth return into Holland to carry to the States General the ratification of the peace, signed and sealed by his Highness the L. Protector, which upon signification of their receiving, will suddenly be proclaimed both in England and Wales. There are brought into this Road three Dutch prizes, whereof one was a ship bound for the East Indies, and the other two of great value. There are also brought into Harwich two Dutch prizes which came from Norway; and some Busses are taken by a private man of war, and carried into Yarmouth, laden with fish. By an Express from aboard the Pearl frigate it is certified, That about 50 sail of English men of War, and as many Dutch, are designed for the Straits, the Indies, and Levant seas; and that Gen. Pen is to be commissionated for this famous Expedition. The Fleet rides as yet in Stokes-Bay; but expects daily command to weigh anchor. By an Express from Scotland, we have received very remarkable intelligence, intimating, That the Royal party increase, and have taken some few prisoners from the Borders of Cumberland to the Hills, the Lord Forrester, and the Lord Dudhop are in Athol, and very active in attending the motion of General Middleton. The rest of their forces in Caithness have left no means unassayed for raising of the whole country; but the people being timorous of rising, fearing lest the Garrison of Sinclair, commanded by cap. Langrish of col. Fitch's Regiment should punish them for their Loyalty, after Middleton's march from thence: wherefore for their encouragement, Maj. Gen. Dyal with a strong party of foot, and 100 stout horse, is ordered to sit down before it for the reducing of it, which is conceived to be a work of great difficulty, the place being situated on a very high Rock, yet if they prove successful in this Achievement, they intend then to attempt Ruthin Garrison; but cap. Hill (the Governor) has reinforced it with provisions, and is well provided for a siege. The Armies on both sides are preparing to receive each other, and Col. Morgan has drained Innerness to join with those forces which he brought form Aberdeen, so that he lies with about 1200 Horse and Dragoons, and 2000 Foot, betwixt the enemy and the passes they must needs march though, if they intend to move out of the North corner; so that they will be compelled to fight, and 'tis said, they are resolved, there being no way left them to avoid it, but through such inaccessible bounds, as 'tis impossible for their horse to march that way, and very difficult for their foot, it being exceeding mountainous, and scarcely inhabited, and the country they are in will not long be able to sustain them, it being very poor. I doubt not but a days will give us an account of some action betwixt him and Middleton; what the success will be, the Lord knows; for, to speak truth, we have a very stout and stubborn enemy to deal withal, and as potent they speak themselves to be as valiant, saying they scorn to prove perfidious (in the least) to so great a Cause wherein the interest of their King so much depends; but will rather choose to sacrifice their lives in the field, and dispute the mountainous passes by inches. The two Armies continue now at an easy distance from each other for some days past, and 'tis conceived that the English have some advantage of them in respect of ground, and will endeavour by all means to engage them, though their number far exceeds ours. But alas! during the time of their declining engagement, many of our soldiery run from several parts to the enemy, which do much exasperate them, and annoy Us. We expect a sudden Engagement, and many desperate onsets there hath already been; yet not much cause to laugh on either side as yet: Therefore, for the success, we must refer it unto Him in whose hands are all the Corners of the Earth. But some letters of a later date sayeth, That col. Morgan hath dispersed some of them, killed divers, and took many prisoners, which seems to be of the same complexion, as certain stories derived from the Fame of Tradition. His Highness the Lord Protector has also ordained, That all the people of Scotland, shall be incorporated into one Commonwealth with England; and in every Parl. to be held successively, 30 persons to be called from thence. And that this Union may take its more full effect and intent, It is further ordained, That the Arms of Scotland, viz a Cross, commonly called the Saint Andrew's Cross, be received into, and borne from henceforth in the Arms of this Commonwealth. Whosoever can give notice of two black stoned horses, strayed away, or otherwise conveyed away from Hyan ferries in Northamptonshire, on Friday night the 14 of April 1654. both long Manes and Tails; the bigger horse four white feet, and a knot in the fetlock of the near leg behind: The other, which is the lesser horse, a scar in the forehead, and a white foot behind, an the fashions in the further Leg behind, and a little hole in one of his ears. If anyone can bring tidings of them to Rich. Burton at the Horseshoe in Smithfield, they shall have 40 shillings for their pains.

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The advancing of the King of Scots' Forces towards the Borders, under the conduct and command of General Middleton, Gen. Glengarn, Lieu. Gen. Kenmore, Major General Monroe, and a List of the Lords, Knights, and Colonels, together with the number both of Horse and Foot, Blunderbusses and Bow-men; and the raising of all from 16 to 60 in Southerland, Caithness, Ross, and other places. The seizing and taking of the Dutch Papers going to Dover, and a Transcript of the Contents thereof. The rendezvousing of one hundred men of war upon the Western Channel, and some English ships taken. The honourable Reception of the Lord Ambassador from the King of France yesterday, and hid receiving Audience this present Tuesday. London, Printed for G. Horton, to prevent all false Copies.. The Dutch Letters going from Southwark towards Dover, on Monday morning last about 3 of the clock, was seized and broke open by 5 Hectorian Knights of Fortune within a mile of St. George's Church; but finging no moneys in the Mail, broke open the Letters, cast them upon the ground, and turned the Messenger back again. Some of these Letters made mention of a final Agreement between the two Republics of England and Holland. And Monsieur Bordeaux Neusuille, Ambassador from the King of France was brought in state through the City on the 27 instant, to Sir Abraham Williams in the Palace-yard: He is to receive audience on the 28 instant. We have lately taken two prizes laden with Wines and Sugars, and another of the King of Scots' men of war is taken. The English fleet, consisting of 100 men of war, are still upon the Western Channel, col. Ingoldsby's Reg. and divers others are shipped, and we hear that several Squadrons seem to promise a Relief for Christians from Turkish slavery. From Edinburgh it is advertised, that since the landing of Gen. Middleton the Royal party are very busy in all parts, and give out that the L. Vilmot is to come with a great supply from the Emperor: No less than 160000 Dollars prepared by his Imperial Majesty, as they say, for the raising 30 Reg. of horse and foot, to be commanded by the D. of York Col: Hinderson is very active for his Sovereign, and the E. of Athol, and Sir Arthur Forbs have placed a Garrison in the Isle of Tay, where they intend to have a stock of provisions, and also to keep such Commissioners and Heritors as refuse to bring in their Levies at 40 marks Scots for an horse, and 100 l. Scots for a footman: they threaten fire and sword to all that shall oppose, and have lately seized some of the English by their Ambuscadoes; but, as a retaliation to part of our loss, we have taken a Cornet, 4 Redshanks, and 11 horse; A great purchase, they are scarce worth their skins. From France they write that his Royal Majesty hath sent a Commission and Instructions to the Lord Ambassador Bordeaux, to conclude a Peace with the Lord Protector Cromwell; which is effected, there must be permission in France for preaching of the Protestant Religion. From whence we likewise hear that there is a Marriage concluded between the K. of Scots and the D. of Lorain's daughter, and that he is to have more millions of money. Alas alas! the truth I question: Yet thus much we are ascertained that monies is preparing amongst the Princes of Germany, I wish that chancery may extend herself to all Objects of misery. King Lewis has passed Sentence of death against the Pr. of Conde, A most excellent Engine, to cut off a Gentleman's head with words. The Count of Aubijova, and the Baron of Brisac are both hanged at the Palace Royal in picture. Prince Rupert escaped narrowly, for pistolling of one of his Majesty's Monsieurs. The great Fleet of Colliers from Newcastle are now come safe into the River of Thames; and the price is already ordered by many, to sell them for eight pence a bushel: in pursuance whereof Proclamation hath been made at Westminster, and the said price is stated & put in execution. Twelve of this fleet were stranded by the Hollander, who have taken a Vessel belonging to Yarmouth laden with Wine, coming from Bordeaux; but they purchased her at a dear rate; for having taken excess of the juice of Grapes, they steered headlong among the Rocks at Hartlepool, where they all received shipwreck, and the Vessel was torn in pieces. Be it ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, with the advice and consent of his Council, That one Act of Parliament, entitled, An Act for laying an imposition upon Coals, towards the building and maintaining ships for guarding the Seas; And all power and clauses therein contained be and are hereby continued, and shall and do stand in full force, until the 26 day of March, 1655. HEN. SCOBEL, Clerk of the Council Be it ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, That one Act of Parliament entitled An Act for impressing of Seamen, And all powers and clauses therein contained, be, and are hereby revived, and shall continue and stand in full force, until the first day of Novemb. 1654. HEN. SCOBEL, Clerk of the Council Whereas by an Act of late Parl. on the behalf of Idiots and Lunatics, it was, among other things, enacted, That the Bills for passing of the Custodies of the said Idiots & Lunatics should be signed by the Council of State before the Commissioners of the great Seal of England, should pass the same under the said Seals; And whereas that Council is since dissolved, Be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, That the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the great Seal for the time being, do not pass the said Subsider under the Great Seal, before the same be signed by his Highness the Lord Protector, and that the same, so signed by his Highness, shall be a sufficient Warrant for passing the same under the said Great Seal, any Law, Statute, Act, Ordinance, or Custom to the contrary thereof in any wise notwithstanding. HEN. SCOBEL, Clerk of the Council. By a Letter from Harwich it is advertised, that there is a Dutch ship of 400 Ton, laden with Pitch, Tar, Masts, and Iron, to a great value brought in thither, taken by a private man of War. The Lord Protector set forth a Declaration, inviting the People of England and Wales, to a solemn day of fasting and humiliation, and ordered that Friday the 24 instant be set apart for the cities of London and Westminster; and the same day fortnight for all the Counties in general in England and Wales. The Causes are first the common notorious sins impenitently practised amongst us. Secondly, the present long drought, threatening famine and mortality. The sins taken notice of by his Highness are, Notwithstanding the just Liberty Spiritual and Civil, God hath procured by his own people, yet want of humble walking in the virtues of Christ, or to communicate that liberty one to another. Or thankfully to acknowledge our liberty of worshipping God in holiness, want of brotherly love. Not owning one another for the grace of God more than form: Not seeking the Kingdom of Christ within us, before one without us. Listening to false Christs: Temporal for Saints. A crying up of the Spirit; with a neglect of Love, and the other fruits of the Spirit: And an evil carriage towards them without: crying down Ministers that have a large seal of their Ministry, want of old Puritan self denial; Mercy to the poor, uprightness, justice, and contending for the Faith once delivered to the Saints, as it ought to be apostatisings of many running after notions and fancies against Magistracy, Ministry, Scriptures and Ordinances, contempt of the Gospels, and sincere Professors of it, even for the Image of Christ in them. Oaths, Drunkenness, Revellings, and all manner of licentiousness. And the impunity of these things, through neglect of the Magistracy in several parts of the Nation. From Plymouth we have received intelligence, That there are Articles of High-Treason exhibited against the famous Pirate capt. Beach; who disputed the Sovereignty of the Seas in the Royal James with great Resolution: insomuch, that coming aboard the Warwick, he demanded of valiant cap. Potter the manner of performing his Articles, and said it was his promise to see him ashore in France; whereupon cap. Potter answered, That he never heard of any such Demand; but to satisfy him, proffered cap, Beach to go aboard his own ship again, and fight it out; but the captain refused it. From Upsal in Sweden thus: The Treaty goes on but slowly; yet doubtless, if the Transactions between England and Holland take effect, they will soon be quickened in new Councils; for her Maj. promiseth fair to the L. Whitlock; and hath revived her former Overtures of resigning up the Government to her Successor, and desires the liberty of retiring into privacy. The great Taxes upon the people is conceived will push them forward to some notable design, which causeth the Senators to sit very close in council. They are consulting, what Answer to return to her Majesty's Proposals, for resigning up the Crown and Sceptre, to her Successor, or Lord Protector. Sith this day, or yester-night (and the evening and the morning were the first day) one Foulcher was carried to the Gatehouse in Westminster, upon suspicion of coining half crowns of no true allay; and of a truth, Aulicus in this is a Politicus; for he would have such persons (who usually use Oaths, as bracelets to their Speech) to be stringed like Beads, if found guilty of such and enormous Crime. One thing I cannot omit, that Tuesday last the English Commissioners, and the Dutch Ambassadors, after another audience before his Highness, had a large conference, and sundry papers were read by Mr. Jesop Clerk to the Council and the Transactions of the Treaty debated by Mr. Thurloe Sec of State; upon the Result whereof, the Articles were even made ready to finish, and the Accounts of Denmark took up much time. No news but that upon a mere invitation the City should so solemnly observe a Day of fasting and humiliation, and it is wished that the Country this day fortnight may keep it no worse: for we have great cause to bury our mouths in the dust for our notorious sins so boldly and impertinently practised among us, and to consider the Rod of God upon us, in an universal Drought for some years, and still continued, threatening famine, and mortality: for, true it is, that in the North of England, and several other parts of this Nation, the Springs River, and Brooks, are almost dry for 20 miles distant. O then consider! From Dublin thus: The Lord Henry Cromwell, when he comes back to you will confute those false Reports that were raised of us here, he having had a reception as a Prince, with 300 horse out of the City (most of them Citizens) with bonfires at night throughout the City. His Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council, have passed an Ordinance appointing Commissioners for approbation of public Preachers; and for prevention of all scandalous and popish intruders, it is ordained, That every person who shall from and after the 25 of March instant be presented, nominated, chosen, or appointed to any Benefice (formerly called Benefice with Care of Souls) or to preach any public settled Lecture in England or Wales, shall, before he be admitted into any such Benefice or Lecture, be adjudged and approved by the persons hereafter named to be a person for the grace of God in him, his holy and unblameable Conversation as also for his knowledge and utterance, able and fit to preach the Gospel and that after the said 25 of March no person but such as shall upon such approbation be admitted, shall take any public Lecture or Benefice as aforesaid &c. Francis Rous Esq; Dr. Tho. Goodwin, Dr. John Owen M. Thankful Owen, Dr. Arrowsmith, Dr. Tuckney, Dr. Horton, M. Joseph Caryl M. Philip Ny, M. William Carter, M. Sidrach Simpson M. William Greenhill M. William Strong M. Thomas Manton, M. Samuel Slater, M. Cooper M. Marshal, M. Tombes M. Cradock, M. Faircloth, M. Hugh Peters, M. Sherrey M. Bamford M. Valentine M. Jaffee M. Obidiah Sedgwick, M. Nic. Lockier M. Dyke, M. Russel M. Campfield Rob. Tichborn Alderman of London Mark Hildesley, Thomas Wood John Sadler Wil. Goff Tho. St. Nicholas Wil. Packer And Edw. Cresset Esquires. These, or any five of them, are appointed commissioners for such approbation and admission as is above said, and upon death or removal of any of them, others shall from time to time be nominated in their places by the Lord Protector and his Successors, by advice of his Council in the service of Parliaments; and sitting the Parliament, by the Protector and Parliament. And the said Commissioners, or any five or more of them, met together in some certain place of the city of London or Westminster, as his Highness shall appoint, are hereby authorised to judge take knowledge of the ability and fitness of any person so presented, chosen, or appointed, according to the qualification above mentioned; and upon their approbation of such his ability and fitness, to grant unto such person admission to such Benefice or Lecture by an Instrument in Writing, under a common Seal to be appointed by his Highness, and under the hand of the Register or Registers for the time being, and to be also nominated by the Lord Protector and his Successors; which Instrument the said Register or Registers shall cause to be entered in a book for that purpose, and kept upon Record. On Monday, being the 27 of this instant March, there came a Post from Scotland, intimating, That the Royal party increaseth, and that Gen. Middleton endeavours to raise Southerland, Caithness, and the county of Ross, and so to drain the Country, even as a Sponge sucketh in Water, of all the able, stout, and resolute hearts, that are able to bear Arms from sixteen to sixty; with a Resolution to descend down into the Lowlands: for, indeed, they grow numerous, and swell up as a Snow-Ball doth in its rolling; but may as soon dissolve again in the like Element. The Lord Seaforth hath raised his number to seven hundred, the Earl of Athol five hundred, Col. Forbs five hundred, and the last general Rendezvous, no less than seven thousand horse and foot they spake themselves to be completely armed, but have not obtained as yet the silver Instrument, which is the life of the Cause, and the very sinew of War: but their expectation is great from Germany, and for ought I know, long looked for mat come at last: in the interim they march towards our Borders, forcing their Levies throughout their march. And the Names of the chief Commanders are as followeth, viz. Gen. Middleton, commander in chief. Saundy Glencarn, General of the Horse. The Earl of Athol General of the Foot The Lord Kenmore Lieutenant General Sir George Monroe, General Major Sir Arthur Forbs, General of the Ordinance Col. Hinderson, commander in chief of the Bow-men. Col. Dyler, commander in chief of the Bow-men Col Sinclare, Engineer. Col. Cranford. Col. Hume, And divers other eminent Officers.

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The Declaration of her Royal Majesty the Queen of Sweden, concerning his Highness the Lord Protector, and the present Change of government in England. With her gracious Desires touching the young Lord Henry Cromwell. Likewise, the landing of the Dutch ambassadors, and the going down of divers eminent Gentlemen, and Officers, with the States Barges, to congratulate them up from Gravesend to the City of Westminster. Together with variety of other intelligence from the King of Scots, his brother James; and a full and perfect Relation of that great and bloody Murder committed on Salisbury Plain, by 20 Highwaymen, upon eight Graziers, who fought it out to the last man, dyeing the very ground with blood; the like never heard of since the Reign of blessed Queen Elizabeth of happy Memory. The King of Denmark is sending an Ambassador over to his Highness the Lord Protector, desiring to be included within the Articles of the two Commonwealths of England and Holland. The King of France is doing the like; and most Christian Princes in Europe are bringing up the Rear to congratulate his Highness: O brave England! what? shall all these stately Monarchs and Princely Flowers now centre upon the Territories of they little Island: Aye, 'tis time, seeing that Royal Cedars were constrained to stoop to its magnificent and flourishing Branches. Whereas the great point of Sovereignty and concernment to the safety and benefit of a Commonwealth, is the Electing and disposing of its own Magistrates, or the great Officers of State. And as for the present Council, and the election of them in the way it hath been: It must be remembered, that we were in the beginning of a new Government, necessitated to create a little World out of a Chaos and bring Form out of Confusion; so that there was an absolute necessity, that some who are known to be persons of integrity, and firm for the present Settlement, should at the same instant be taken in, to carry on the work: which can be no ground of just exception, especially seeing for the future, Elections shall run in the appointed channel, where their streams are to flow from the People, and their original-Fountain. Yea, the high Office of Protectorship itself is to be derived also from hence; and as in time it will appear, that the People in Parliament have the main choice of the Council, so they will likewise be Choosers of the Lord Protector: For, it being left tot he Counsel to choose Him, and they hereafter coming to be chosen and trusted by the Parliament, it cannot otherwise be conceived, but that the Choice of Him takes its rise mediately from the People in Parliament: because as whatsoever a Parliament doth, is said and taken in a political sense to be the people's act, because they are chosen and trusted by the people: so in like manner, and upon the same political account, when the Council comes to be chosen by Parliaments, as is before expressed, then the Act of the Council in choosing the Lord Protector, must by a parity of Reason be reputed the Act of the people in Parliament: And so you see, in effect, mediately or immediately, the election of all Magistrates (both high and low) are, or will at length, by this Constitution of Government, be in the hands of the People. Lastly, as to what concerns the Office of Lord Protector, it is to be observed, that he is not to be admitted to that dignity upon the Interest of Himself or Family, but merely upon the account of his fitness for Government: it must pass, not by Inheritance, but election. And certainly, it is a great advantage to a Nation, that the coming in and continuance of their Governor depends only upon his own goodness, and the goodwill of the People, as it is in an elective Prince, who standing upon terms of good behaviour, will be continually employed for the benefit and defence of the Community. And therefore if it shall please the Lord to bless this Commonwealth (as we trust he will) successively, with a choice of godly persons into that high Office, it is easily foreseen, what an advantage it will be to these 3. Nations, to have their whole strength and force combined thus under one head, for the safety of all: this Form being (without question) the fittest and most convenient for the Magistrate to put things on, and in quick execution (as his proper work) for the public good; as also what a comfort it will be to all the godly in the Protestant Churches abroad, who may have some more sure and certain protection from England than heretofore; which as it is the greatest Body, being united with Scotland, to it will prove (we hope) the grand Bulwark of the Reformed Religion. Moreover, as touching the Person, whom the Lord hath now advanced and let over us to be our Supreme Magistrate, We shall not say much, because he seeks not the praise of men: only we believe even the enemies will confess, that he is every way worthy to Rule, whom God hath been pleased to use as his Instrument in that glorious Work of Redeeming the Liberties of his people: For, we are bold to say (weighing all circumstances together) that this Nation was never really Free, nor in a way of enjoying its Freedom so fully as now: so that there wants nothing but a cordial Close with the Government, to destroy all hopes of the common Enemy, and complete our happiness. But if men shall yet proceed to lengthen their own burdens, by hankering after that Family which God hath cast out before us, or by an unnatural seeking to embroil their Country again in blood and misery, for the sake of that unfortunate Interest, as we are loath to suspect such a thing, and can hardly imagine that any should be so forlorn and desperate after so fair a Composure. At the Sessions in the Old Bailey on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday last was tried one Mistress Beard, who upon Evidence, was cast, for bewitching a child: the manner thus: About fifteen weeks ago, the child was struck lame on the left leg, then in the right Arm, and afterwards struck in a most lamentable and fearful manner, sometimes lying raging and speechless, and at other times foaming at the mouth, with her hand closed up: And having continued thus for many weeks together, at last the said Beard came by, which the child perceiving, immediately fell a raving, by making of signs, and the like: Whereupon the Parents suspecting her to be the Woman that had bewitched their child, fetched a Warrant, and had her before a Justice; and after examination, she was committed to Newgate, & from thence, brought down to the Sessions in Old Bailey, where she was arraigned for her life; and upon the Examing of witnesses, and searching of her, it appeared that she had three long Tears near to her privy Parts, which she said was only the Piles: But upon the giving in of Evidence, she was cast, and divers others, who suffered death on Monday last. Our Post from Holland intimates, that the Difference grows great between the Royal Party, and the Netherlanders, and that they have already disputed the Quarrel touching England. But sure it is, that their Ambassadors are now come with full power to ratify the Articles of Peace. Of which, more by the next. Monday the 27 instant, proved a fatal day to many; for, besides the Witch before-mentioned, eight more having received Sentence of death were executed; amongst the rest, four of them were hanged at the lower end of Fleet Street, over against the Dog Tavern where they committed the Fact, having not only robbed M. Hancock (Master of the said house) of great store of Plate; but likewise cut and wounded him in several places; for which, Mr. James Harrington (a Bailey of Middlesex) and the Meal-man's wife of Brainford, who served the said Mr. Hancock with meal, and knew the Orders of the house, and where the Plate lay, suffered the bitter pangs of death; a just reward for the Woman, but a pitiful Object to behold the man: for she was not only the grand Setter, and chief contriver of the Design, in drawing in of poor Mr. Harrington; but likewise the only betrayer and Decoy of her Noble Hectors, whom she so termed; as appears by the Speech and Confession of the said James Harrington under the Gallows, who spake to the people as followeth: Gentlemen, and Christian friends, You are this day come hither to behold a sad and pitiful Object, and a man to be taken off in the midst of his years: Nevertheless, although Providence hath decreed me such an untimely end, yet I doubt not, but that this ignominious and reproachful death, will to me prove a glorious and perpetual change; and I bless God I have a Conscience within speaks peace to my poor soul, fully assuring me, that this day shall I be in Paradise with my blessed Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; and that though my sins be red as scarlet, yet shall they be made as white as snow; for confident I am, I never was guilty of anyone's death, neither had I ever brought my self to this untimely end, had it not been for this woman (meaning the Meal-man's wife) Joan West, but God forgive her; for I do: And I bless God I am, in peace with all men: Though many there are that calumn and brand me, that I have been an idle liver, and that I have committed several Facts and Crimes: I confess I have been a sinner, and a great company keeper, yet never wronged any man whom I had society withal: No, I appeal to the great God of Heaven whether I have or no: And though my cause be now thus unhappily balanced, that the ignominious Scale of hard and cruel Destiny must even now be turned upon me; yet the penetracy of my poor Soul hath taken away the bitter sting of Death; and there is not any thing troubles me at this very instant (though I am here now ready to pass through the Vale of Death) but my poor wife, & six languishing babes, whom I desire the Lord to bless, and to preserve keep and defend them with his glorious Guard of Angels, that so they may be shrouded under the Omnipotent Curtain of Providence, from the wicked Temptations of Satan and his Instruments. Which that you may all do, is the desire of him, who implores the prayers of you, for the finishing of his last and final Work: And the blessed Spirit of the great God be amongst you all; to whom be all honour peace, and thanksgiving both now and for evermore, Amen. And so Lord Jesus, sweet Jesus, receive my soul. Having thus ended his speech, the Minister delivered an Exhortation to them all; and then immediately proceeded the execution, where the said Mr. James Harrington, and Joan West, hung from about eleven of the clock, till 4 in the afternoon at the one end of the Gallows nest to the Tavern; and Mr. John Sharp, and Mr. Robert Cudnor at the other end. A sad and woeful Object to behold! From the West our Post bringeth intelligence, that there hath been a most barbarous and bloody Murder committed on Salisbury Plain, the manner thus: 8 or 9 Graziers being riding over the Plain, and having about 1500 pounds amongst them in their Portmanteaus, they were set upon by 18 or 20 Thieves, who demanded their monies, but being denied it, they fell pell-mell upon the Graziers, put every man to the sword, as they thought, with the loss of 5 of their own Hectors: yet it so pleased divine Providence, that one of the Graziers being not quite deprived of his Senses, heard what Inn they resolved to make to, and a company of Butchers coming by the next morning, fixing their eyes upon this sad and lamentable Object, rode up to them, which the Grazier perceiving, expressed himself, related the manner, and told 'em, they were gone to such an Inn at a Village near Salisbury: Whereupon they left two to convey the said Grazier to a house, and the rest went, raised the town, and beset the Inn where the Thieves were; but the highwaymen opposed so far, that the True-men were constrained to fire the house, and to batter and pull it down over their ears; so that some perished and consumed in the Dust and Flames: the rest were taken and committed to Salisbury Gaol. This day came Letters from Scotland touching the proceedings of the Highlanders, and the setting forth of a Proclamation by General Glencarn, a Copy whereof followeth: Whereas it hath pleased his Majesty to appoint Horse and Foot to be levied within the Kingdom of Scotland for opposing the common Enemy, for giving a check to the pride and oppression of these cruel Traitors, whom God in his Justice hath permitted to overcome and to be the instrument of Scotland's punishment for its sin, and are no otherwise to be looked on but as God's scourge upon us, which he will soon remove and consume in his wrath, if we could turn to him by unfeigned repentance. And to the end his Majesty's service may be advanced, and that none of his faithful Subjects may pretend ignorance, and that it may appear how willing we are that the Levies may be done orderly and equally, we have thought fit to cause intimate to all Shires and Parishes, and Head Burghs by open Proclamation, that everyone may make his several proportions ready to be delivered to the respective Officers appointed for the same, and Commissioners likewise under our hand wheresoever the foresaid Officers shall come or send to require them. Likewise that all who after intimation hereof do remain disobedient, and without fear of God, duty to their King and Country, ties of Covenant, love of Religion, sense of honour, will not move to their duty, may be proceeded against with fire and sword, unworthy to be looked upon as Scotchmen, to the terror of all false-hearted Traitors, who by their treacheries and rebellions against their lawful King and his just Power and Authority, has drawn on this great deluge of Gods wrath upon all the three Kingdoms. And likewise we do hereby require, that where heretofore any horses had been brought forth from any well-affected person or persons beyond their due proportion, that the respective Parish, or next adjacent Parishes where the said horses has been taken, that they shall mere and stent themselves equally, for bearing equal burden, and refund the persons from whom any horses has been taken beyond their proportions; and the just proportion of horses now to be put forth, is declared to be one man well mounted, with all necessaries, forth of every thousand pound of Rent: And the proportion of Foot, every third man; and what Dragoons are to be levied, two foot are to be accounted for one Dragoon. And for the further publication hereof, these are to ordain Commissioners of Parishes, where no Burghs are, the Provost and Bailies of Burghs to proclaim this at the Market Cross of each Burgh, and to give Copies hereof to all Parishes within their Presbytery, as they will answer the contrary upon their highest peril. Given under our hand the first of February, 1654. Sic subscribitur Glencarne. SIR, I marched out of Aberdeen on Wednesday last with 5 Companies of Col. Ashfield's, three of the late Maj. Gen. Dean's, four Troops of Col. Tomlinson's horse, and two of Col. Rich's, and the party that came from the Merns and Angus, with three Troops of my own Dragoons. And upon Thursday about two o'clock we came to the Loch at the head of Cromar, where Glencarn and Kenmore were at a Rendezvous where after a little dispute we totally routed their Army, but being so near the Hills we could do no more execution than take and kill about 140, having pursued them seven miles into the Hills, their General hardly escaping with about forty horse. All the rest being quite dispersed, Maj. Knight came up even when we were going to engage; we are now upon our march towards their Garrison of Kildrumy, which we hope to give you a good account of, I shall give you the particulars in my next: no more but that I am Lowrie, 10 Febru. 1653 at 6. in the morning. Your Honour's humble Servant, Tho. Morgan. His Excellency the Lord Whitlock having received plenipotentiary power to treat with her Royal Majesty the Queen of Sweden, hath had several times audience, and upon insisting of all the Articles in general, there appeared nothing so difficult, which did not find an easy interpretation. And it is supposed after Time hath ripened the Debates, we shall receive an Answer by messengers, with glad tidings and Olive Branches: For the change of the Government in England, being arrived at the Swedish Court, her Majesty hath declared a great willingness to receive the new Credentials; so great an affection doth this bright Star of Europe bear to his Highness the Lord Protector, that (if our Intelligence hath received the truth) she hath desired to see his picture, and withal the picture of the Lord Henry Cromwell; the Spark and glory of these Times. Notwithstanding, the Letters from Swedeland to Holland do affirm, that our Ambassador having had several Audiences, and his persuading the Queen to an Amity; that her Majesty hath showed very little inclination thereunto, and hath commanded her subjects to give her a List of all the losses sustained by the English. 'Tis something strange: therefore pick English out of the precedent passage. The Ambassadors from the states of Holland are landed, with full power to conclude a peace. They are expected this day at Whitehall, with all their gallant Retinue, consisting of one hundred in number, most excellently equipped; and divers eminent Gentlemen, and Officers are appointed to congratulate them from Gravesend to Westminster with the States Barges and others, there being high and honourable preparations at Sir Abraham Williams' house in the Palace yard. The King of Scots is recovered of his late sickness; and his brother James is as merry as a Prince; but many of the Royal party goes with empty pockets (sometimes) as well as the Intelligencer: Alas poor Souls ! 'tis the chance of War: Therefore, patience in adversity is a jewel worthy of acceptation in the deplorable days of Necessity. The little Queen is filled with abundance of private and solid meditations; add on Ash Wednesday last she took her Ashes from the hand of Mr. Philips, who was sometimes her Confessor in England. Well! seeing it is so, I shall wind up all in this infallible Bottom, Every one knows their Beginning; but no man knows his ending.

The Moderate Intelligencer, Issue 166

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From Monday, May. 8. to Monday, May. 15. 1654. This from Edinburgh May 3. General Monk hath had meetings with a Council of Officers, and we are in preparations against the forces from England come, to be ready to march into the field after Col. Morgan, who hath so frighted the Enemy in the Hills, that they durst not venture to come out, but have found a way through the Hills to get provisions, which we wonder how they come by. Middleton hath, we hear, sent a Messenger to the Islands, to double their Guards. Some Scotch Towns have made stay of a few passengers, but not considerable: We have taken a few Country people that were going towards the Hills. There hath been great plunderings in the North of Scotland: but there hath been lately no considerable action By Letters from the Hague in Holland we understand, that on the (7 May, that is) 27 April English account, the States General received an express from the Ambassadors in England, with the Ratification of Peace subscribed OLIVER P. sealed with the Great Seal of England in a silver and gilt box. The 28 April it was appointed to be proclaimed, and the Lord States concluded a Thanksgiving day to be kept with great expressions of joy. Here followeth the residue of that part of the Vindication of the Proceedings in the Law, promised in the last. And that if such Confession, Answer, or Denial be, or shall be so left, the same shall be so left upon Oath, or Oaths taken, or to be taken before some Justice of Peace within the County, place, or Jurisdiction, where such Copy, Confession, Answer or Denial be, or shall be left, or otherwise such Answer or Denial to be void and null. And such Action to be brought or commenced, and prosecuted, notwithstanding the same; and that such Justice be empowered and compelled to administer, and take such Oaths. And that if any such person or persons, to, or for whom such Copy be, or shall be so delivered, or left, do, or shall as before is mentioned, leave such Confession, Answer, or Denial then may such party or parties, so delivering, or leaving such Copy, commence, or begin and prosecute such his, her, or their Action within so long time as is or shall be from the time of the leaving of such Confession, Answer, or Denial, as for every several and respective Action or Suit is mentioned in the said Statute to be commenced or begun after the arising, accruing, or happening of the Cause or Causes of every of such respective Action or Suit, and upon, and under the same provisos and conditions, as in the same Statute be mentioned and expressed. And that if any Action, or Suit have been, be, or shall be hereafter brought, or prosecuted in the Court of Chancery, or elsewhere, by Bill of Discovery, or otherwise upon such Cause arisen, accrued or happened, or hereafter to arise, accrue, or happen; then such Cause or Suit may be again brought and prosecuted in any other Court, which be, or shall be most proper for the Determination of the same, after such Bill, or Matter, be or shall be dismissed out of, or from the Court, where the same be, or shall be so first Commenced or brought. Forasmuch as many Sheriffs, Bailiffs, and other contentious persons have brought and prosecuted diverse Actions against honest people upon Bonds made to such Sheriffs and Bailiffs, and otherwise, when nothing hath been due, upon which (after much trouble and charge occasioned by such Prosecutors) Issues have been joined upon Demurrer, or Matter in Law by the Court to be heard; and upon no Record, or to be tried whether or not there hath been such a Record; Many of which, after chargeable and tedious Arguments and Motions have passed, gone, and been considered of, and adjudged for the Defendants in such Actions, and yet no Costs allowed to them therein, nor by Law could or can be. For Remedy whereof, it is proposed to be desired that it may Be Enacted, That the Defendant or Defendants in such Actions shall and may be allowed, have and recover his, her, or their Costs and Expenses in such Actions, after Judgment pronounced and given upon such proceedings beforementioned, as after Verdicts, Defaults, or Non-suits. Paris the 13 of May 1654. We hear from Rousillon, that notwithstanding all the endeavours of Dom John D' Austria to pacify the differences between the Soldiery and the Country people, yet their hatred is so great to the Spaniards, that whensover they meet with any at advantage, they give them no quarter, chiefly they are much incensed, since they are sorely threatened of some Forces which are to come from Biscay, The so much renowned Balzac is deceased at Angoulesime, and having given divers pious Legacies, made the Masters of the Hospital in that City his Executors; they write from La Bassee, that the Lorrain Forces are yet quartered about 3 miles from that place, expecting the Orders of the Duke Francis of Lorrain for their further advancing, yet are they so straightened by the great care of the Earl of Broglio their Governor, that he will not suffer those Lorrainers to have any horse meat on his side, but forceth them to get it upon their friends side. From St. Menehold, some few days since a party of ours being gone over the Mause to get some contributions into the County of Luxembourg, did bring back with them a great quantity of Cattle belonging to those that refused to pay, and since the Earl of Grandpre, that there was a Convoy of about 6 hundred-men which was come to Stenay did send to the Governor that he might send him as many horse as he could well spare from his Garrison, but before they could get to him, the Convoy and Provisions was got safe into Stenay. This day the Court is to remove from Fontainebleau, to return to this City, the King having spent there some days in the exercise of hunting the wild Boar in that Forest, and are expected here this Evening. There came hither the day before some Commissioners from the City of Rheims, to assure his Majesty that they forgot none of that care which they ought to have for the manifesting their zeal and fidelity for their Majesty's service, the same being for his due reception into the City, that so the Ceremony of his Anointing, and Coronation may be performed with more solemnity. We hear from Dole in Burgundy, That their Assembly of States began there the 24 of the last month, the Baron de Stey being appointed chief Commissioner by his Catholic Majesty, and the first President his Assistant, and being met in the great Hall of the College of St. Jerome, and taken their feats according to their distinct qualities, there were presented to the Dean of Besancon the Moderator of the Assembly his Majesty's Letters, which being open were immediately read, there were several speeches made as well on the King's behalf upon his several Propositions, as also in answer to them. The Town of Rosa hath been again relieved with provisions, but in so small quantity that it will require a further supply in a short time: We hear from Provence that the ships intended to go to Sea are near ready, that design being carried on with more vigour since there was some Monies sent thither for that purpose, and it is thought they will be ready to go to Sea, for the beginning of the next month. From several parts this. From Prague: The Assembly of the States of Bohemia being met, the Commissioners for the Emperor made several Propositions, whereof these are the chief, That they will maintain to their utmost the Catholic Religion, That they shall pay to his Imperial Majesty a considerable sum of moneys towards the payment of his household Officers, of his Ambassadors, and Residents, and also of the frontier places of Hungaria. That they shall continually provide for the payment of such forces as are now or shall be hereafter quartered in the Kingdom, and to provide money for the payment of such forces as shall be thought fit to be disbanded, That they shall not suffer any salt to come into the Country without paying the ordinary duty, That they shall prevent the importation of bad Wool from Turkey, and shall use all means possible that the River of Elbe may be cleansed from shelves, and other lects which hinder the trade thereon, and lastly shall satisfy all, which being agreed in former Assemblies is yet unaccomplished. From Regensburg: The Prince Elector is come hither, but with a small attendance, and the next day after his arrival had audience of the Emperor, who hath put off his departure from hence until the middle of May, that so he may be present at the conclusion of the Diet, and so expected to answer of the States of the Empire, concerning a great sum of money which he doth demand of them, to make good those costs and charges that he hath been at during his abode there. From Lubeck: The Earl Benedictus Oxenstorm hath passed by this place, and is gone to Studen to meet General Koninnsroark, and its said that he brings him express order from the Queen of Sweden, that with all speed he may block up Bremen, after he hath taken in all the small Towns and Villages about it, thereupon this General doth compel all the in that County to take up arms, and so intends to besiege Bozerkesse, where there is a Bremish Garrison, that City likewise doth give out Commissions for raising of men, intending to defend themselves to the uttermost, in hopes that they will be protected by their neighbouring Princes, and States, and chiefly by the Hollanders, which is very doubtful, by reason that it will be feared by assisting them to draw upon themselves those great Sea and Land forces which are ready in Sweden to be employed upon any occasion. The series of mercies (or rather miracles) the which the Father of Mercies hath of late years encompassed his people in these Nations, as is eminently commenced, and continued in raising up your Highness's spirit suitable to so great things as he hath brought to pass by your hand; namely, the enlargement of his people both in spiritual concernment, and temporal enjoyment, so we trust will still continue towards you and us, until our deliverance be completed, and your Highness's actions crowned with perpetual praise: And seeing by Divine Providence your Highness hath been in so large a measure the happy repairer of our breaches, defender of truth, and procurer of Peace in these Nations; as we desire to bless the name of the most High as the efficient cause, so also to manifest our duty and thankfulness to your Highness, as the instrumental means of so great enjoyments, rejoicing in the Lord, who hath given us a Governor that seeks the good of Sion, under whose protection, as we have much confidence of living happily, so we also engage to live Loyally, dedicating our hearts and hands, lives and fortune to your Highness's Service, for accomplishment of the good work so far by you promoted in opposition to all the Enemies of the truth, piety, and peace, which being the full purpose of our hearts, we hold it our duty to declare, the more to confirm your hand in the work of the Lord and his people, humbly subscribing ourselves Your Highness very faithful Servants. Presented by Major Skutt and some other Gentlemen of the Town of Pool, and his Highness returned hearty thanks both to the Gentleman that delivered it, and also to the Town. From Hamburg, April 25. The only news here is, that my L. Ambassador Whitlock hath finished his affair at Vpsal, and we expect his Lordship in this City within a few days. There is a firm Alliance and Friendship made, which as much as either side could expect or desire, as things stand. An Ordinance was published for further Doubling upon and finishing the Sale of Deans, Dean's and Chapter's Lands, and of Manors of Rectories, Glebe-lands, &c. whereby it is Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council, That over and above the sum of three hundred thousand pounds, appointed to be borrowed upon the Security held forth by the first recited act of Parl. for the sale of Manors of Rectories and Glebe-lands, and over and above the sum of twenty thousand pounds more, borrowed upon the Security of such of the premises respectively, exposed to sale by the said Acts, or either of them, in such sort as is hereafter expressed, by way of doubling the like sum, as shall be due to any person or persons, Body-politick or Corporate, for any Money, Plate, Horse, Arms, or other thing advanced upon the Public Faith, or which hath been at any time allowed by any Act or Ordinance of Parl. To be doubled, as Public faith debts, after the rate of eight pounds in the hundred, by the year, until the stating of such debts and Interest, by the persons named and appointed in and by an Act of Parliament, Entitled, An Additional Act for sale of several Lands and Estates forfeited to the Commonwealth for Treason, to be Register Accountant, or any of them which the said persons, or any of them, are authorized to state accordingly. And after the stating of such debts and Interests, and doubling thereof, the respective Creditors to be allowed only six pounds in the hundred by the year, for the whole of such doubled Public Faith Debts, until the payment thereof, or defalcation upon purchase, In relation to which doubling, intended by this Ordinance, the Trustees, Treasurers, Register and Accountant, and all other Officers concerned, are authorized to proceed according to the directions of the Act of Parliament in like case made and provided, save only as to what is hereby altered, restrictive to the debts, and to allowance of interest as aforesaid, and all and every person or persons, body politick and corporate, to whom any debts capable of doubling within this present Ordinance, shall be due, and his and their respective assigns, and all persons doubling such debts and their respective assigns shall have all and the like liberties, privileges, benefits and advantages respectively in reference to the premises, as any such person or persons, bodies politick or corporate, their or any of their assigns might or ought to have had by the aforesaid recited acts or either of them, save only what is hereby altered with restriction to debts and interests as aforesaid and all and every person and persons who shall have their debts and interests stated as aforesaid, shall pay into the Treasurers named in the said Act for sale of the said Manors of Rectories, or one of them, the money wherewith he or they ought to double within ten days next after certificate thereof, to the Treasurers, or otherwise shall lose his or their Public Faith debts unless he or they show good cause to the Treasurers or any one of them for his or their failure therein. And be it further Ordained and declared by the Authority aforesaid, That where any present Estate of, or in any the Lands or Possessions of the late Archbishops, Bishops, Deans, Deans and Chapters, Cannons, Prebends, and other the persons aforesaid, shall be doubtfully returned upon any Survey, either as to the certain being or legality of any Lease, or Copy of Court Roll, or any Life or Lives upon any Lease or Copy of Court Roll; the Tenants or Tenants claiming such Lease, Copy or Estate; shall (as the Lands already Surveyed) before the first day of July 1654; and as to the Lands unsurveyed, within 3 months next after the respective Returns of the Surveys thereof to the respective Registers for sale of the premises, make proof of his or their Estate or Estates before the Commissioners for removing of Obstructions and procure their Order for allowance thereof, or otherwise shall be for ever barred and excluded from any benefit or advantage thereby. Provided nevertheless that the power given by the former Acts to the Surveyor General, as also the power given by Ordinance of Parliament to the Contractors for sale of Bishop's Lands, for allowance of any estates made good by proof before them respectively, within forty days next of the return of the Survey of any of the premises, be not any way impeached. And provided also, that the Power given or transferred to the Commissioners for removing of Obstructions, by any Ordinance or Act of Parliament for allowance of Estates, be not any ways hereby enlarged. A Declaration of his Highness, setting apart Tuesday the 23 of this present May for a public day of Thanksgiving, for the Peace concluded between this Commonwealth, and that of the United Provinces, and for the late seasonable Rain. That this hath been a Nation of blessings in the midst whereof so many wonders have been brought forth by the outstretched arm of the Almighty, even to astonishment, and wonder, Who can deny? Ask we the Nations of this matter and they will testify, and indeed the dispensations of the Lord have been as if he had said, England thou art my firstborn, my delight amongst the Nations, under the whole Heavens the Lord hath not dealt so with any of the people round about us. The Lord having added another Link to this golden Chain of his loving kindness by giving us a Peace with our Neighbours the United Provinces, (whereby he hath not only stopped a great issue of blood, but we trust also given us hearts to unite our blood and strength for the mutual defence of each other) calls for great return of Thanks for the same. It is therefore thought fit to set apart Tuesday, being the 23 of this present May, as a day for Praise, and for the thankful acknowledgement of this blessing of Peace, which we hope hath in the womb of it many other blessings. And let us not forget our other Mercies, was not the Earth lately so unusually parched up, that it threatened Famine, and did cause the Beast of the field to mourn for want of food, & water to sustain it? And hath not the Lord so watered the Earth that he hath turned those fears into expectation of the greatest plenty that ever was seen by any now living in this Nation? Consider we also the way whereby the Lord imparted this mercy to us, did any amongst us, foreknow it was coming, was it not by stirring up our hearts to seek the same by prayer, and that immediately before the Lord vouchsafed us this mercy? And doth not this bespeak? 1. That the manner of convey this mercy is the best part of the mercy. 2. That the Lord has not cast us off, that his Spirit yet strives with us, that he hath a people of his love amongst us, and loves the Nation so far as to provoke it to be in love with calling upon the Name of the Lord for better things than Corn & Wine. 3. That he knows best how and when to answer the expectation of the Husbandman, and when to hear, even the mourning of the brute Beast, who will yet much more hear the desires of them that fear him, and that in the fittest season. 4. That the Heavens having thus declared the Glory of God, and the Earth answering thereunto in its fruitfulness, Why should we be melted and softened, humbling ourselves under these marvellous kindnesses, & abounding unto all fruitfulness in every good word and work of love; And if every place hath been made partaker of his showers, Why should not we (laying aside our differences) be enlarged also each to other? 5. That seeing the Lord hath been thus universal in this Mercy, Why should we not universally turn from the National Evils and vain Practices which are yet too superstitiously and customarily exercised amongst us, which we need not repeat here, because they are too well known, and We trust will be remembered by those godly Ministers who shall be called to preach unto the People upon this occasion? Conclude we with the words of David, Psalm 107. v. 30. Then they are glad, because they be quiet, so he bringeth them unto their desired Haven. 31. O that Men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the Children of Men. 32. Let them exalt him also in the Congregation of the People, & praise him in the Assembly of the Elders. 33. He turneth Rivers into a Wilderness, and the water-springs into dry ground. 34. A fruitful Land into barrenness, for the wickedness of them that dwell in it. 35. He turneth the Wilderness into a standing water, and the dry ground into Water-springs. 36. And there he maketh the hungry to dwell, that they may prepare a City for Habitation. 37. And sow the Fields, and plant Vineyards, which may yield fruits of increase. 38. He blesseth them also, so that they are multiplied greatly, and suffereth not their Cattle to decrease. O that Men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the Children of Men. Given at Whitehall this 9th of May, 1654. From Italy and parts adjacent. From Venice. The new Generalissimo Moccenigo is now ready to take shipping for Candia, and with him are to go 12 of our Nobles, four thousand Foot Soldiers, one hundred Horse, and divers Engineers, who are to be employed to make new Fortifications, and repair the old where it shall be thought needful in those places which we possess in Candia; from whence we hear that the Turks are now repairing the Fort called Lazaretto, thereby to hinder all relief from coming into the City of Candia, whose Garrison is likewise employed in repairing some Outworks which were decayed. Our loss is not so great in Dalmatia as it was esteemed, by reason that many of our Soldiers who were counted to be dead, or taken prisoners, were fled into the Mountains for shelter, and so come in daily to our Army. Nevertheless, upon the advice received from General Delfino, that the Enemy had appointed a Rendezvous to their forces, and that they have some design upon Spalatto; therefore the Earl Vincentino was commanded that way to observe the march. There is a ship lately built here of a new structure, or invention by one Angelo Barberigo, who promiseth that this ship with thirty Guns, and eight great Murderers will perform extraordinary Service, the Senate hath promised him a very great Gratuity in case it doth prove effectual, according to his engagement. From Milan. The five hundred men landed at Finall to serve in this State, have been brought into the County of Alexandria to take their quarters, and so to remain there until they remove into the field; there are likewise daily expected some of the new Levies made by the Commander Precivallo, as also those raised by the Earl Barromeo. Here is lately deceased the Princess Trivultio of a burning fever, being 27 years old. From Turin. Our chief work is now to make all things ready with all expedition for the next Campagna, and doubt not but that our Army will be ready to march into the field the middle of the next month, as soon as the Marq; de Caracena, who will scarce be ready so soon, one of the main hindrances being, the want of new levies in Germany not yet come, neither he money expected from Naples, as also some brass pieces of Ordnance which were lately cast there. From Rome, The Pope is not yet recovered of his sickness, nevertheless he hath been lately carried in a horse litter to see the new building of the Church of St. Agnes, founded by him, and endowed by great revenues, he was accompanied of 25 Cardinals, many Princes, Ambassadors and other persons of great rank, and having dined at the Palace of the Pamfilii returned again to the Quirinal, and at the last consistory was made a decree that from henceforth there shall not be held any Congregations, in private houses but only at the Vatican. From Naples, There hath been lately mustered here twenty two Companies, and about 5 Troops of horses, being all of new Levies, but the Companies and Troops being all very thin, and wanting much of their full number, some small quantity of moneys being given to each Soldier thereby to make him go more cheerfully in the service. One of the chief of the Banditti whom they call King Saul having with 16 of his men met the Post going to Bari at the bridge of Lavignano had robbed him of all, and as he was about to strip him, there happened some Soldiers of Montesoscoli, who having fought with him, not only made him leave all his prey, but also killed him, one Officer, and took one of his men prisoners, and chased the rest for many miles: They write us from Ortranta that there hath been lately in those parts two great Earthquakes, which hath caused much terror among the Inhabitants. Paris May 16. All things are now preparing for the next campagna, His Majesty's forces which are quartered in Picardy, Champagne, and Burgundy having received an express Order to be in readiness to march upon the first command to the Rendezvous which shall be appointed them by the end of this month, in the mean time the new levies, as well in this City as in other parts of the Kingdom are so forward, that it's thought that for many years past the Armies have not been in more gallant posture than they shall be this year, chiefly that which is to go towards Flanders, and to be commanded by the Marshal de Turenne. The Order being given that all the Nobility should attend the King at the time of his Coronation, therefore all the Officers belonging to the Crown, the Dukes and Peers of the Realm as well spiritual as temporal, with their Train will be ready to go to Rheims there to be present at the Ceremonies which are to be performed upon the 24 of this instant, the forces which were quartered at and near Compeigne have received a command to march up to Mouzon, there to join with the Governor of Sedan who is there with about 6 thousand men, and so joined it's said they will besiege some place or other to begin the campagna: The Priests of St. Paul having resolved to shut up their Church, by reason that their Parson had been exiled this City, with the clamour of the people thereupon, hath had so much power, as to get a Letter of the Signet, whereby the King calls him back from his exilement, and thereupon he returned upon Sunday last; the Order of the Council for the suppression of those who are called Eleue is also annulled, but with this proviso, that they shall enjoy their places 24 year, and pay ready money into the King's coffers 6 hundred thousand Livers, there is likewise great probability that those Councillors who were lately exiled shall also be called home, the Parliament having sat divers times to Artillery which is to be sent to Marshal Turenne, Commander Marin having this week sent to the Arsenal a hundred thousand Livers, that so the business may be set more forward, and we are told that the Duke de Joyeuse is to go in that Army as General of the horse, the Public Minister who was lately put under restraint for speaking evil of this present Government is again set at liberty, and all his Papers which had been seized upon were restored him again. Cardinal Mazarini is now very busy in restoring his Library to its former Lustre, having already brought in near forty thousand Volumes, whereof a part being formerly his own, he taketh them wheresoever he can find them by open force, and others which he hath procured from several places, The Commissioners from St. Malos and other places in Brittany have made great complaints concerning the taking of many of their ships by the English Frigates, demanding that they might have liberty to seize upon the ships and goods of the English on the land, but that would not be granted; then they petitioned for leave to set out men of War, and that Letters of Mart may be granted them to make them satisfaction for their losses which they say are very great. Yesterday arrived here an Express from the Earl of Harcourt, which as we hear hath brought Letters from the said Earl intimating that he doth submit to the King's pleasure, and is ready to deliver up his charge unto the man whom the King will be pleased to send, as well for the City of Brisack, as for those places which depend thereof. Scilly Island the 5th of May 1654. A Master of a ship from Virginia reports, that an Indian yielded himself unto the English there, and discovered unto them a design of the Natives to fall on the English about the beginning of this instant May, and that the English would be ready to prevent their bloody purposes, a Vessel of Tixgmouth bound for Walls for Coals came in hither yesterday, she was taken about the middle of the day a league to the East of those Islands by Mildrum a Brest man of War of about 10 Guns, who having plundered the Vessel, dismissed her again, and bad her to make haste into Scilly, for there were 4 or 5 more of his Comrades coming down the North Channel, whom he should avoid, and that they had 10 or 12 guns a piece. There were aboard Mildrum some English that were lately taken by our Frigates, and being brought ashore they suddenly obtained their liberty, and got to Brest again, so that there is little hopes that anything but a Halter will reclaim those rogues from their Thieving kind of life. The chief Gunner of Mildrum's Frigate named Thomas Sloe, was very lately taken in another Frigate of Brest by one of our Frigates, and is now with Mildrum again. Dublin May 1. We have nothing of News to send you from hence, only here hath been of late a general Council of Officers to divide their lands, the result whereof I shall acquaint you by my next. The L. Broghil, and Sir Charles Cool's Brother are sent to England with a Congratulatory Message from Gen. Council of Officers in Ireland, to his Highness the Lord Protector, the Lord Gen. Fleetwood will be also in England suddenly. Edinburgh May 4. This day came Gen. Monk from Dalkeith to Edinburgh, attended by the chief Officers of the Army, who were received at the Netherbow by the English Judges in their scarlet Robes, and the Town Magistrates, the Provost and the Bailiffs in theirs likewise. The Gen. and Officers alighting from their horses, marched with those that met them in Order up the High street to the Cross, which was adorned with Tapestry, and there Advocate Gen. Whalley proclaimed his Highness Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, &c. as also the Ordinance for uniting Scotland to England, before a great concourse of people, Drums beating, Trumpets sounding, and voices echoing forth acclamations. After this was done, a great dinner was provided by the Magistrates of this Town to entertain the General, his Officers, and others, and to close the solemnity, this night was variety of Fireworks which continued till 11. of the clock. There is 12 sail of our men of war now riding in Leith Road, which together with the General's speedy preparation for a march into the field, strikes terror into the spirits of the Highland spoilers. Further from Edinburgh, May 6. 1654. Major Gen. Drummond came from Middleton to Lough Tay about 3 instant, and Glencarn with a with about 100 horse, and one Murray with the like number of foot came into Athol about the 4 instant. They give out, they passed by Col. Morgan in a mist, but it's supposed they came by Loughaber. They intend to hasten their Levies, and speed to the North to surround Col. Morgan. Montross is raising his levies at Branar, and some small parties which are come from Middleton are joined with him. They say they expect Charles Stuart when their design is a little more ripe. Sir Will. Constable's 5 Companies are come up. The Gen. will be at Stirling next week. The Ministers in this City prayed for Charles Stuart the next day after the Lord Protector was proclaimed, and the Union published; it's hard that they must still go unpunished. The Enemy have received provisions, contrary to expectation, lately by two ships from Dunkirk, laden with Men, Arms, and Ammunition. From Milford Haven May 8. All those that were here waiting for a fair wind to go over into Ireland, went away 2 days since, we have not heard anything from thence lately, only by a vessel come to Blewmorris we hear that all things are in a peaceable condition, but want people to manure the ground, the Tories being now very few, have stirred very little of late, there were the last week seen near this place 2. Brest Pirates who were coming from the Northward, and had with them 3 Barques, which they had taken coming from Dublin to Liverpool and Chester, as they told a fisherman who was aboard of them, one of them had 12 guns, and 90 men, and the other 4 guns, and 40 men. From Rie, May 12. We have little of new to write at present only that we see ourselves now freed from the Dutch men of war, the little Picaroons of Ostendt do much vex and torment the Fishermen upon this coast, under pretence of seeking after French Vessels. This week a Barque being on her way between Diep and this place with 4 small guns attempted to take her, but the Barque having many passengers, as well English as French, did defend themselves so gallantly, that in a little dispute the Ostender last 7 men, and some wounded, and it is probable they might have got away, but that unhappily a shot took place in the Barque between wind and water sunk her down immediately, but saved of most the Passengers. The Universal Medicine, or, The Elixir of life, for expelling and curing of all diseases, and to keep the body sound, and in good health to the last day that God hath appointed. By Major Erasmus Purling: London, Printed by John Crouch, and are to be sold at Mr. Richard Dike's Keeper of Newgate, where the Author is resident for them that have occasion of him. The 3 of May instant, a lusty brown bay stone horse, crop eared, a white foot behind, and a short Tail, with a very little star is his forehead, he doth both trot and pace, was stolen out of Mr. Everard Goodman's Stable of Bleston in the County of Leicester, whosoever shall make stay of, and give notice to Mr. Adrian Hall living over Alckace, or to Mr. Everard Goodman at his house aforesaid, shall be very well rewarded for their pains. This is licensed and entered according to Order.

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The new Writ and Summons of his Highness the Lord Protector, for the calling of a free Parliament, and confirming unto the people their long promised Liberties His gracious Remonstrance touching poor prisoners; and the Order and Habeas Corpus granted out of the Upper Bench, and sent to Mr. J. Lilburne in the Isle of Jersey. The Declaration of the Royal Princess in Holland, to the States; and their proceedings thereupon. The propositions of the Emperor of Germany, and the Demands of the Duke of Muscovy. The raising of a mighty Army in France, to be commanded by the Du. of York; and the sending of more forces into Scotland. The setting forth of a great fleet under the command of the Lord high Admiral the Duke of Guise, the number of English ships taken, the Rendezvous of Gen. Middleton, the number of his forces, and their resolution to fight the English. From Friday May the 12. to Friday May the 19. 1654. London, printed by Robert Wood, for G. Horton, 1654. It was the ingenuous saying of Machiavelli the wise, That a freeborn people are the best Guard of those in power, and the best Guardians of their own liberty; for the Kings of England formerly found no other remedy to check the pride of the Nobility, but by doing acts of Justice to oblige the people, Read all Histories in the World, it shall be found, that those who made the people their Sanctuary, have stood upon strong basis, and have been durable; but those that have made the Nobility their Sanctuary, have sundry times miscarried. The same may be said of an Army, as of the Nobility; but this by the way. I shall present Thee (therefore with a pretty story of horses, to show how conformable to the Government of man the horse is above all other creatures. Politian, a Greek Author, sayeth, That the Sybarites did give themselves to all manner of delights and sports; amongst the rest, they would bring into their places of Feasts horses taught to stand upright on their hinder feet, and at the sound of Flutes would dance and move their forefeet very nimbly, like as a Morris dancer moveth his hands, and in this dancing would keep compass and measure: Now it happened that a certain Flute player had received some disgrace among the Sybarites, about the time that they were drawn into the field against the Crotaniats, (with whom they had war) the Flute player ran to the Crotaniats, and promised them, that if they would trust to his fidelity, he would take a course that all the horsemen of the Sabyrites Army should be taken prisoners by them with ease: The Crotania's hereupon made him a Colonel; and taking certain minstrels of Croton, taught them on the Flute to play such a jig, that at the drawing forth of the battle, and placing them on the Wings of the Battalions opposite to the Sybarites horse, upon sounding their flutes, the horses fell a dancing, cast their Riders, and so they lost the day. In our next, we shall proceed to the plagues of mankind throughout the whole Universe, that is to say, Tyrants, and withal make a discovery upon what political Basis they stand, that those who succeed us, may be thoroughly instructed with Rules to prevent the like. The Lord grant it. There hath been a great plot discovered against the English in Virginia, by an Indian, who being privy to the design of the Natives, repaired to the Governor, unfolded the business, and told him that upon the 4 of this instant May, there was a conspiracy to fall upon the English, and to stab and cut the throats of all in general, both men, women, and children. Whereupon the Governor immediately called a council, and forthwith secured the chief Actors, hanging up divers in several places. A just Reward for so detestable Miscreants; and nothing but a halter can reclaim them. By the last Express from Scotland, thus: We conceive the Enemy is drawing to their great Rendezvous in the Highlands, we have lately been grievously plagued with their inroads upon the Lowlands, where they burnt and destroyed all that stood before them near Dumfries, and other places; the reason of their mischiefs and our loss is want of intelligence from amongst them; for if we should hang up a hundred of them that we take, we should scarce squeeze ten true words out of them. Gen. Middleton we hear hath made his way out of Sutherland, where col. Morgan thought to have engaged his horse, but it proved not feasible; for indeed we have an enemy as subtle as resolute, and they play fast and loose with us in places of advantage; they expect the Duke of York's coming to them, and their thoughts extend so far, that there will then be a general Rising of the people: From Paris it is certified, That the Portugal Ambassador has received audience of his Majesty, to whom he imparted the joyful Tidings of a Victory obtained by the Portugal fleet against the Hollanders in Brazil; and of the taking of Reclif and about 40 other Towns and Castles from them. Which doth not a little rejoice the Royal Family: Win gold, and wear it; 'tis fit every one should have their own. Upon a delicate Banquet between the King and Queen, on the 3 of May, the K of Scots, and his afflicted Mother were both invited, in whose presence, his Maj. danced the great Ballet; but young Charles exceed him far in the Italian Comedy. Propositions are preparing to be sent to the K. of Spain for a ten years Truce. This day afforded memorable intelligence from several parts; as the concluding of a firm alliance and friendship between England and Sweden, with ample satisfaction on both sides. Yet before it could be brought to a period, great were the obstructions against it, especially by the Nobility: But the grand Chancellor, and his son Count Erick (the Queen's Commissioners) did manage this great Work with so great wisdom and dexterity, that her Majesty was pleased to vouchsafe her Royal Condescensions, to a final Agreement, and to manifest incomparable affection to his Highness, declaring unto the Lord Ambassador Whitlock, That she would have the honour to make the Alliance herself with the Lord Protector, and in respect to him, and she said, because my Lord Ambassador treated with her like a Gentlemen, Avec tout a la franchise & rondeur, & non pas comme un. Marchand, she did consent to more than any other could have obtained from her. Nevertheless, 40 men of war, and 30000 Swedes are in a readiness to achieve something. There are sundry new Frigates making ready at Rochel, and at several other places in France, where abundance of provisions are making for War, and most of the Garrisons are reinforced and filled with soldiers, and their Castles and Magazines supplied with plenty of Ammunition. Cardinal Mazarine hath issued forth Orders for drawing down the Army towards the sea coast, where they have not only entrenched themselves, and raised great Batteries, but also planted above one hundred pieces of Canon; and expect nothing more than a sudden war. His Majesty hath sent new Propositions to the Prince of Conde, & desires an Agreement. Notwithstanding great Levies are raising in all his Majesties Dominions, and Marshal Thurene, and the Duke of York, are to command a potent Army in Flanders. The D of Joyeuse is to be Lieu. Gen. of the Horse, and Duke Bellieure Lieu. Gen. of the foot. The Duke of Guise goes General of the fleet, and the L. Pimontelly Vice Admiral, they are to rendezvous near Rochel, and so to strike sail (as one entire body) for clearing of the coast of Campaigne, Brittany and other places. The Commonwealth of England having used all means of tenderness & affection towards the people of this Nation, by receiving them (after a chargeable and bloody war) into union with England, and investing them with all the liberties and privileges thereof (purchased at the expense of so much blood and treasure) and by daily protecting them with their Army and Navy, at a great charge against their enemies both abroad and at home, that so they might enjoy the fruits and benefits of peaces yet divers lend persons broken in their fortunes, and dissolute in their lives, are run into Rebellion; for prevent on whereof, I, by virtue of the Authority given unto me by his Highness and his Council, do declare, that all such persons that are now in rebellion (except such as are excepted in the Acts of Grace) who shall within 20 days after the publication hereof, come in, and submit him, or themselves, to the Governor of the next English Garrison, and give good security for his or their future peaceable living, it alike, and is hereby in his and their persons, freely pardoned for any offence spoil, or plunders, committed by him or them in this present Rebellion (the killing of any person in cold blood only excepted.) And in regard this present Rebellion hath been principally contrived, fomented, and is now obstinately maintained by Maj. Gen. Middleton, the E. of Seaforth, Viscount Kenmore, Maj. Gen. Dalziel, Laird Glengary, Laird MacDonald; I do hereby therefore declare, that what person or persons soever of this Nation (except such as are before excepted) shall kill any of the said principal contrivers, or shall deliver any of them prisoner to any Governor of any English Garrison, the said person or persons so killing, or bringing prisoner shall not only be pardoned for anything he or they have acted in this late rebellion, but also shall receive as a reward of his good service, the sum of 200 li. sterling, for every person so killed or brought prisoner, as aforesaid. Given under my hand at Dalkeith this 4. day of May, 1654. George Monk. Came lamentable news from the West, signifying, That the Brest men of war have taken three ships coming from Dublin to Liverpool. and Chester, as also a Bristol ship; And a Bark coming from Diep to Rye, in which was many passengers, was set upon by an Ostend man of war and after a bloody conflict, she was sunk, only most of the passengers were saved, but 7 of the Ostend men were slain. They have taken two more in the Western channel; and we have taken 7 near the Landsend; Ha, ha, let them laugh that wins; For I can assure you, there is nothing yet concluded in the Treaty with the French Ambassador; so tender is his Excellency of the honour and preservation of England's Interest, that we may expect Tribute, and satisfaction for the horrid massacre of the Protestants, and the Isle of Ree business. On the last Lords day there preached before the Protector in Whitehall learned Dr Horton, where his Highness wrote down the Sermon, and desires it may be a general practice throughout the Nations. Excellent graces, in so pious a Prince, and not to be paralleled throughout all Europe. Gen. Blake being come from the fleet to Whitehall, dined this day with his Highness and the Lord Mayor, and divers members of the Council, were present. At which time, col. Venables, and col. Ingoldsby, presented their Addresses from the Council in Ireland, by way of congratulation, and owning the present Government. The Committee met about the Law, but find it a hard work to alter the old channel, but it is believed something will be dispatched about a fortnight hence for the Committee at Salters Hall to act by. In the interim, an Ordinance is passed for relief of the poor creditors in Scotland Mr. John Lilburne has received his Habeas Corpus from the Upper Bench, and desires to be brought thither; which we hope will be granted. From Holland it is certified, That the States have set forth a Proclamation for the departure of the Royal party (according to the Articles) which doth exceedingly exasperate their spirits, insomuch that they begin to renounce obedience, and have already fired one of the State's houses; but strict Orders are issued forth, and many are taken, and committed to safe custody. Another Express from Scotland certifieth, That there is more men landed in Scotland, and that two ships from Dunkirk are come in to Gen. Middleton, contrary to expectation, with Arms and Ammunition. Major General Drummond is come up as far as Loch Tay, and Lieu. Gen. Glencairn has reinforced Atholl, proceeding on very vigorously with their new Levies, and determining to speed Northwards to surround Col. Morgan, if they can. The E. of Montrose is raising his Levies at Braemar, and some of Middleton's forces are united with them. They do begin to interpose very notably, and have taken an Oath of Confederacy to live and die together. They are in daily expectation of their young Master, who has sent over sundry commissions to be disposed of by Gen. Middleton, Lieu. Gen. Glencairn, Major Gen. Dayer, Maj. Gen. Drummond, The Earl of Atholl, The E. of Calender, The E. of Crawford, The E. of Marshal, The E. of Seaforth, The Lord Kenmore, The Lord Lorne, The Lord Machlin, The Lord Montgomery, The Lord Spyvie, The Lord Cranston, The L. Sinclair, The L. Newburgh, The L. Bargany, The L. Napier, The L. Womat, The Lord Thompson, Sir Geo. Monroe, And Sir Arthur Forbes, The Lord Broghil is come out of Ireland, with a congratulatory Message to his Highness, and the Lord Gen Fleetwood will be also in England suddenly. His Excellency hath caused ten men to be selected out of every company, for Scotland, which hath occasioned the Irish to gather to a Head in Connaught. Edinburgh, May 4. This day came Gen. Monk from Dalkeith to Edinburgh, attended by the chief Officers of the Army, who were received at the Netherbow by the English Judges in their scarlet Robes, and the Town Magistrates in theirs likewise. The streets were adorned with Tapestry, and a great concourse of people there was upon the proclaiming of his Highness Lord Protector, &c. with Drums beating, Trumpets sounding, and Voices echoing forte acclamations. Yet notwithstanding, the Ministers prayed for the exiled Prince the next day. An Ordinance for continuing an Ordinance, entitled, An Ordinance for further suspending the proceedings of the Judges named in an Act of Parliament, entitled, An Act for relief of Creditors and poor prisoners, Until the 31. day of May instant. Be it ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector by and with the advice of his Council, That one Ordinance of the 18 of April, 1654. entitled, An Ordinance for further suspending the proceedings of the Judges named in an Act, entitled, An Act for the relief of Creditors and poor prisoners, be continued and shall stand in force until the 31 day of May instant; And that the several and respective Judges mentioned in the said Act, or any of them, shall not proceed to the sale or disposition of any the estates real or personal of any of the prisoners, or other person or persons whatsoever, mentioned or intended in, or by the said Act, nor shall otherwise intermeddle in the execution of the said Act, or of any the Powers and Authorities given by the same, until the 31 of May instant, otherwise than as in the said Ordinance is limited, and that all other Acts or things to be done by the said respective Judges, or any of them, by virtue of the said Act from henceforth until the 31 day of May aforesaid, than be and are hereby declared to be null and void. Hen. Scobel, Clerk of the Council. From Paris further thus: Here is arrived a Messenger from Scotland, which speaks of a great Victory obtained against the English, and glorying very much at G. Middleton's success since his going thither. Whereupon 'tis said, that the K. of Scots, and his brother James, intends suddenly to leave France. The Writs of his Highness the Lord Protector are preparing against the time they are to issue forth, for the calling of a Parliament, according to the Instrument of the Government of the Commonwealth of England; so that 'tis hoped we shall then receive the full fruition of our long promised liberty. His Highness hath passed an Ordinance for the Courts that used to be kept in Chester city, to be kept at Northwich, during the time of the Sickness being in Chester city. From Holland they write, That since the concluding of a peace there hath been great discontents; and that the Princess Dowager, the Princess Royal, and the rest of the family of Nassaw, have presented a Declaration to the States General, bemoaning and applying their condition as sad by the late Articles of peace with England; and the very women have addressed themselves on the Prince's behalf, wringing their hands, and crying out, Ah! poor Prince, what hast thou done that thou shouldest be thus used? Ah poor Child! what a sad condition art thou in? and the like penetrate expressions; whereupon, its conceived the States will have compassion on them, and permit them to live peaceably, if they please. The great Duke of Muscovy has sent an Ambassador to the Hague, demanding Officers and warlike Ammunition: from thence he goes to France, where the whole Country have received special commandment from their Sovereign Lord the King to be all in arms. It is confirmed from Brazil, that the Hollanders are almost totally banished from those parts; and are extremely threatened in other places. The last news from Scotland sayeth, That the Royal party grow numerous, and that they spake themselves to be above 11000 at the last Rendezvous, being resolved to fight us; which is extremely desired by the merry Redcoats: so that by our next, no doubt but you will hear of action. The Emperor of Germany has sent Propositions to the States of Bohemia, conducing them, 1 That they use their utmost endeavour for propagating of the Roman Catholic Religion. 2 That they celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph as the rest of the Patrons of the Kingdom used to do. 3 That they pay a considerable sum to the Emperor.

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There was a party here extreme high flown before the late change; but they are at present a little milder than formerly; they were so forward, that they thought to carry all before them. they were ready to pick the left hole in any man's Coat, which was not of their judgement; and to article against him, though it were for things done two or 3 years ago. The enemies body is yet in the North, they increase daily, and now persons of quality goes into them. It is full time to raise all we can for our own security. The enclosed is the greatest part of the News here at present; Kenmore with his body of about 2000 of those wild people, is now at Kildrunning, an house of the Earl of Mar's in Murrayland: they have been very quiet of late, and if peace with the 7 Provinces be concluded; they are not like to be very troublesome: Most of Wogan's party (now he is gone the way of all flesh) are contriving to get as well out of Scotland as they came into it. We do daily snap divers of the enemy in small parties; a Lieutenant of Col. Fairfax's Regiment with twelve Dragoons, took four of Glencairn's own Troop, and eight Horse, and one Lieutenant Rutherford who commanded them, narrowly escaped; Glencairn hath set out a Proclamation, threatening Fire and Sword to all those that do not comply with him in sending their Levies. Mr. Jo. Goodwin's 17 Queries are reprinted at Leith. On Sunday last, 4 of Col. Twisleton's and two of Col. Okey's, going from Drummond Castle for St. Johnstons, were set upon by about 50 of the Remains of Sir Arthur Forbs's and Wogan's horse, who took 3 of them, killed 2 and the other escaped, There is a considerable party of the Enemy on those parts, about Contrie who are very active, since the drawing of the horse Northwards, but upon the coming in of the two Regiments from England, our horse will be placed so as to meet with them at all turns. Col. Drummond is certainly got, to the Enemy with further Instruction from Charles Stuart, from whom he is sent to see in what posture they are, and whether so considerable as to protect him, in case he should come to them this Summer. He tells them, that his Majesty strained hard to send them over a ship with ten thousand arms, which is cast away upon the coasts of Ireland though I am apt to think it is the same ship that was driven from the coasts of Loughaber to Killebiggs. There is nothing come since my last from the North. They do write from Paris that Beffort is taken, but we give no credit to it; for they say here, that it is still besieged by the Marshal of Senterre; who hath refused to receive the place upon Articles; conceiving he ought to have it at discretion, by reason of the obstinacy of those of the same Garrison, who are resolved not to yield the place but upon Articles of war, unless the Town be taken from them by storm. The Marquis of Faber, with his French army, doth yet keep the field, and gives out that he will come and drive the Duke of Loraine out of the Country of Liege, together with the Troops of the Prince of Conde. But on the contrary, the Lorrainers and the Prince of Conde's forces have agreed together, to go and find out the said Marquis in the Dukedom of Bouillon, where they are quartered: for which purpose the said Lorrainers are building a bridge of boats, to pass the River of Meuse, there being no other way to get into the Dukedom this Winter time: so that they are like to drive away the said Marquis, who thought himself strong enough to have mastered the Lorrainers, and the Prince of Conde's forces. Thus between them both the strongest party is like to carry it right or wrong; both place would be glad to be rid of either party, the Countries being wholly exhausted and ruined between them. Great sums of moneys are raising here, for the speedy bringing the Army into the field, for this next Summers expedition. Dublin Castle February 1. We have here little, only the Articles have lately been made with Col. Mortogh O Brien, in the behalf of all the Tories in Munster, for their transportation into Flanders, a Copy whereof I send you enclosed. The Lord Protector hath been proclaimed in Limerick, Clonmeil, and Tredagh, and this day, after a long Pause, in this place, but now the Bells are ringing, Cannons, and small shring, and the acclamations of the people speak aloud their satisfaction of the present Government. That Col. Mortogh O Brien, with all such of his party as will adhere unto, and will engage with him to be transported into Flanders, for the service of the K of Spain, in that Army whereof the Prince of Conde is General, do lay down their Arms, with such stores of Ammunition, and such other habiliments pf war, without embezzlement, as is hereafter expressed in this Article, by Wednesday the 25 of this instant January; viz. those of the county of Cork at Moyallow, and Mackrompe; those of the county of Kerry Limerick, &c. in the respective Counties where they are, except what is hereafter excepted; to Col. Mortogh O Brien one case of Pistols, and to all other Commissioned Officers their Swords only. 2. That license be granted to the said Col. to transport himself, and as many of his party, as well of the Clergy, as others that do adhere unto him, and will engage with him for the service aforesaid; and also of all others protected persons, with such others as have been in Arms, as are willing to engage with the said Col. to be transported as aforesaid, submitting themselves to the trial of Murder, according to the instructions of the Authority of this Nation; allowing the persons so submitting the benefit of the explanation of Murder, as is set down and annexed to the Articles made with the Lord Muskery. 3. That the said Col. be allowed Commissions for such numbers as he shall produce at the Waterside, according to the Establishment of the Prince of Conde's Army, and likewise to every private Soldier six shillings each man at their going on shipboard, or twelve shillings each man when they are arrived in Flanders. 4. That the said Col. do produce at the Waterside at the Harbour of Kingsale, to be shipped in order to their transportation, upon or before the 14 day of February next ensuing, as many of his party as are now in arms in the County of Cork, Kerry, Limerick and Waterford, as do adhere unto him, and will engage with him in the aforesaid service; and also of all such other persons as do adhere unto him, and engage with him as aforesaid. 5. That Free quarter be allowed the said Col. and all such of his party as do adhere unto him, and engage with him, and lay down their arms as aforesaid, from the time so laying down arms, until the time of their transportation, according to direction from their Col. Pheir or Major Wallis, or either of them, or of any other Governor authorised thereunto. And the benefit of quarter to be allowed to all such of the Clergy, and other protected, and such as have formerly been in arms, that do adhere unto the said Col, and engage with him from the time of their so adhering and engaging as aforesaid, provided that they, and every of them, content themselves with such ordinary diet as the Country usually allows themselves. 6. That eight days time be allowed to rally and draw together all such of his said party now in the County of Cork, Kerry, Limerick, and Waterford, as do adhere unto him, and will engage with him for the service aforesaid without molestation or prejudice from any forces or Garrisons under the pay of the Commonwealth of England; and likewise Free-quarter to all such of the said party in the respective Counties if they desire it where they now are, and their thoroughfare from County to county, in order to their laying down of Arms, as is before appointed; provided the said colonel, and every of the said party forbear all Act and Acts of hostility against the commonwealth of England their Forces and Garrisons; And all persons whatsoever under the protection of the commonwealth, provided also that the said colonel, or any of his party take not any prey or preys, or offer any violence to the protected People in the respective counties, after the date of these Articles, and the knowledge thereof communicated to them: An in case any prey be taken by the said col. or party after the date of these articles, before the knowledge thereof be communicated as aforesaid, in that case the prey or preys so taken to be returned to the Owners, all but what is disposed of to the necessary relief of party or parties so taking the said prey or preys; the like restitution to be made for any other violence or injury done or committed by any of the said party after the aforesaid date of the said Articles. 7. That the said col. and all such other of his party as do adhere unto him, and engage with him as aforesaid, be freed and acquitted from all personal arrears for debt, or claims of that nature, and from all manner of molestation, for any prey or preys taken, or any other act or acts done, or committed by him, or every of them since the year 1640. but as is expected and provided for in the Article; provided also this extend not to the exempting of any of the Goods and chattels of any of the aforesaid persons so adhering and engaging, as aforesaid from making satisfaction for any just debts for which any of the said persons may be convicted by the due course of law. 8. That the said col. and all others of his party as do adhere unto him, as well the clergy, as those that have been in Arms, with such other protected persons as shall so adhere and engage with him, as aforesaid, as also all such of his party as shall lay down their Arms as aforesaid, be empowered and admitted to dispose of their Goods and chattels to their best advantage within the aforesaid time of their Transportation. 9. That all such of the said Colonel's party as do adhere and engage to transport themselves, and do not, be forgiven the forfeitures of their Bonds, to themselves and their Sureties: and also that none of the said Colonel's party now under his command be admitted to stay in this Nation, or to dispose of themselves without his license. 10. That the said Col. or any of his party so adhering and engaging, as aforesaid be admitted to recover any of his or their goods left in custody of any protected persons, which said persons have not discovered the said goods to the Governor of the next adjacent Garrison before the signing hereof. 11. That the said Col be admitted to transport himself into Flanders as aforesaid, with fifteen hundred Irish Soldiers, and in case the said Col. cannot produce at the Water-side the whole number by the time appointed, the said Col. then to be allowed to depute an Officer to stay behind, who shall be qualified with power to rally and raise so many as may make up the said number, which number so raised, to be transported as aforesaid, be allowed the benefit of these conditions in all particular, provided the said Officer or Deputy produce the said number of men at such Ports, and at such times as he shall be thereunto appointed by Col. Phair, or Major Wallis, or either of them after the of next ensuing. Provided also that the said Col. or Officer enter sufficient security to the said Col. Phair or Major Wallis, or either of them, that the said Officer, or any such as shall be raised or rallied in order to their transportation, as aforesaid, Act not anything during before the time of their transportation, to the prejudice of the Commonwealth of England, their Forces or Garrisons. 12. That the wives of all such of the said Cols. party be allowed to enjoy the benefit of the act of Qualification equally with the Wives of others in protection. 13. That all such of the said Cols. party to whom the charges of Murder may extend be allowed 16 days time to state their cases in writing, and receive the sense of the Council of Officers thereupon and allow eight and forty hours after the knowledge of the opinion of the said Council is communicated unto the party so concerning, to dispose themselves for their own security (if they desire it.) 14. That the Articles be confirmed and allowed of by his Excellency the Lord General. 15. That for the performance of these articles sufficient Hostages shall be given upon signing hereof. 16. In testimony whereof, we do hereunto interchangeably set our hands and seals, the 12th of January 1653. Signed sealed and delivered in the presence of us, Tho. Mosse, Fr. Cartret, Nathaniel Child. Mortogh O Brien. Mr. Williamson, one of the late residents for this Crown in England, is departed hence few days ago, with Commission from the King, to congratulate his Highness the Lord Protector of that Commonwealth; the King being overjoyed that he is included in the Dutch Treaty, thinking that his satisfying the Merchants is all that will be required at his hands. The States of the Empire, being now for the second time per decretum admonished by his imperial Majesty, to absolve the major part of the chief difficulties within the space of three months or less, (his said Majesty, being resolved at the ends of the said three months to move hence) meet daily, and are very earnest in the dispatch of their business. A very considerable sum of money, is come to the Imperial Court out of Bohemia, as also great quantities of wine, whereof a good part was presented to his Highness the Prince Elector of Bayern. The Tartars, withdrawing their forces out of this Kingdom, have, contrary to their promise (and notwithstanding 150000 Guilders were given them only for that purpose) spread themselves far abroad in the Country, plundering and spoiling the same all over, and taking away many thousands of men and beast; which the 1500 Polish horsemen, that were given them for their convoy, had not been able to hinder, if another party of three thousand horse were not in all haste sent to their succour, who having overtaken them, beat some parties of the Tartars, and relieved a great many thousands. Notwithstanding all this, it is given forth here, that the peace will hold, and be confined on the at-standing Ryxday, but there is small hopes of it. There is a Dutch Agent come here from the Hague to reside in this City (as is thought) to oppose the Trade of the English, if the peace succeed not. Mr. Williamson, late Danish Resident in England, is also come to Town, who, as he gives forth, is going again for England, to congratulate the Lord Protector; he takes the Hague in his way to see the issue of the Treaty. His Highness and his Council ordered the publication of two Ordinances. The one an Ordinance touching the assessing, levying and collection of the later 3 Months assessment, appointed by an Act of the late Parliament, entitled, An Act for an Assessment at the rate of an 120000 l by the Month, for 6 Months, from the 25 of December 1653. to the 24 of June then next ensuing, towards the maintenance of the Armies and Navies of this Commonwealth. The other is an Ordinance of Explanation touching Treasons; as followeth. Whereas by an Ordinance, entitled, An Ordinance declaring that the Offences therein mentioned, and no other, shall be adjudged high Treason within the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, it is, among other things Ordained and established; That no Matter, Fact, crime, or Offence whatsoever, other than such as are therein mentioned and expressed, should be deemed, taken, or adjudged to be high Treason; And whereas some Doubts and Questions may arise, whether that clause in the said Ordinances doth not extend to the offences mentioned in the Instrument, entitled, the Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, and which are thereby declared to be High Treason; For clearing thereof, and removing all scruples thereupon, His Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice of his Council, doth Declare and Ordain, That neither the said Ordinance, nor any clause or thing therein contained, shall extend or be construed, adjudged or taken to extend unto all or any the Offences declared by the said Instrument to be High Treason, but that all and every the said Offences are hereby adjudged, and shall be adjudged, taken and deemed to be high Treason; and that all and every the Offender and Offenders shall suffer the pains and penalties of High Treason, the said Ordinance, or anything therein contained to the contrary, in any wise notwithstanding. Hen Scobell Clerk of the Council. This Court hath at last resolved to congratulate his Highness the Lord Protector by their Ambassador Mr Neufville, to whom they have sent Authentic Commission of Ambassador, who is to make know to his Highness the great desire the King hath to enter into amity with the commonwealth of England. On Sunday last the Marriage of the Prince of Conti with the Cardinal's Niece was celebrated with much ceremony. The Cardinal hath bestowed upon him his Palace, and given him One hundred thousand Escus in ready money down, and a Year hence he is to receive as much more: Since, he hath been continually feasted by the great ones of the Court. On the 17 of this Month, news was brought of the taking of Beffort by the Marshall of Seneterre, upon Articles of War. The Prince of Conde is shortly to be beheaded in effigies, for not appearing according to Summons. Charles Stuart with his Train are leaving of this place, to try their fortunes in some other Country. One of the chiefest Authors of the tumults of the City of Bordeaux, called Duresteste, was lately apprehended and brought to Raole, where he was condemned to be broken upon the Wheel, and was since executed accordingly at Bordeaux; his head is to be set upon a stake, and his sentence written underneath, for an example to all those who will imitate him in his rebellion. This last week several persons were apprehended in London, upon discovery of a Plot against the Lord Protector, and the present Government, whereupon they have been examined, Feb.18. Eleven of them were sent close prisoners to the Tower. We do not yet hear whether the Lord Beverning, who was sent into England, there to make known that the States of Holland did approve of the Articles of Peace agreed on at Gravesend, and that the other Provinces would soon declare the same, had obtained a Cessation of Arms, which was also given him in charge to demand. Which doth trouble us the more, because the English have taken the 3. of this month before Ostend nine of our ships coming from Nantes laden with wines, and four other ships going from Middleburgh to Roan with spice: So that we begin to mistrust very much the success of his Negotiation, or at least that no cessation of Arms is to be had. which hath caused our States to give order to the Admiralties to advance with all speed the equipage of the Sea, which is to be ready against the beginning of next month, Those of the Province of Zealand have also agreed to the Treaty made with England. Our Resident in Sweden doth write, that the English Ambassador hath had several audiences since he came, and doth all what he can to persuade them of the force of his Superiors, and to dispose the Queen to unity with them. To which the Queen hath yet shown very little inclination, but hath commanded her Subjects to give her a list of all their losses and damages sustained by the English. The loss of our Merchant-men hath also caused our Admiralties to prohibit all Masters of ships to go to sea, upon the penalty of two thousand gilders, 'till such time that the Lord Beverning be returned from London with the suspension of Arms, which he is to propose to the Lord Protector. In the meantime we are making all the haste we can to send over Extraordinary Ambassadors to sign the Treaty of Peace, who we believe will be going from hence about a fortnight hence; the more haste will be made to dispatch, since we do doubt very much that we shall not be able to obtain a Cessation of Arms so much desired for by all in general. Here is no doubt made but the rest of the Provinces will also ratify, since Holland and Zealand have done the same. We have no visible obstacle lies in our way, that may give us a distrust of accomplishing what we are come about. My Lord Ambassador and the Grand Chancellor have had two meetings to discuss our affairs; and they have not produced any such differences, but that we may well hope for a successful issue. At their meetings the Chancellor being satisfied by his Excellency's Commission, that he had power to conclude and determine of things, they went over all the articles in general, and there did not seem to be started any such knotty controversy, which did not receive its satisfactory answer. I suppose they will not break but after time has ripened the debates, we shall receive an answer to our full contentment. We have had news of the Change in England, and the Queen has received the new Credentials with all willingness, she having a great respect to my Lord Protector. You shall hear from hence as we make our progress. Whereas it hath pleased his Majesty to appoint Horse and Foot to be levied within the Kingdom of Scotland for opposing the common Enemy, for giving a check to the pride and oppression of these cruel Traitors, whom God in his justice hath permitted to overcome and to be the instrument of Scotland's punishment for its sin, and are no otherwise to be looked on but as God's scourge upon us, which he will soon remove, and consume in his wrath, if we could turn to him by unfeigned repentance. And to the end his Majesty's service may be advanced, and that none of his faithful subjects may pretend ignorance, and that it may appear how willing we are that the Levies may be done orderly and equally, we have thought fit to cause intimate to all Shires and Parishes and head Burghs by open Proclamation, that every one may make his several proportions ready to be delivered to the respective Officers appointed for the same, and Commissioners likewise under out hand wheresoever the aforesaid Officers shall come or send to require them. Likewise that all who after intimation hereof do remain disobedient, and without fear of God, duty to their King and Country, ties of Covenant, love of Religion, sense of honour, will move to their duty, may be proceeded against with fire and sword, unworthy to be looked upon as Scotchmen, to the terror of all false-hearted Traitors, who by their treacheries and rebellions against their lawful King and his just Power and Authority, has drawn on this great deluge of God's wrath upon all the three Kingdoms. And likewise we do hereby require, that where heretofore any horses has been brought forth from any well affected person or persons beyond their due preparation, that the respective Parish, or next adjacent Parishes where the said horses has been taken, that they shall mete and stent themselves equally, for bearing equal burden, and refund the persons from who any horses has been taken beyond their proportions; and the just proportion of horses now to be put forth, is declared to be one man well mounted, with all necessaries, forth of every thousand pound of Rent: and the proportion of foot, every third man; and what Dragoons are to be levied, two foot are to be accounted for one Dragoon. And for the further publication hereof, these are to ordain Commissioners of Parishes; where no Burghs are, the Provost and Bailies of Burghs to Proclaim this at the Market Cross of each Burgh, and to give Copies hereof to all Parishes within their Presbytery, as they will answer the contrary upon their highest peril. Given under our hand the first of February, 1654. Sic subscribitur Glencarne. God save King Charles the second. On Wednesday last, Col. Morgan, with 8 companies of Foot, 6 Troops of horse, and three Troops of dragoons, with a party of commanded horse out of the Mearnes of Angus, marched from Aberdeen; and upon Thursday about two of the clock came to the Lough, at the head of Cromar, where Glencarne and Kenmore were at Rendezvous, and (after a little dispute) he totally routed their army; but being so near the hills he could do no more execution than to take and kill about 140: having pursued them 7 miles into the field. Their General hardly escaping with about 40 horse. After this engagement, Col. Morgan marched towards Kildrummy. Nor was Capt. Mutloe in the Western Highlands idle, for hearing that the Laird of Archaton (being one of the chief Malignants in Lorne) had Garrisoned his house for the Enemy; he drew forth a party out of Dunstaffenage and Dunnely, fell upon the house, and after some dispute, having killed three of the enemy, entered the house, and took a Lieutenant with other prisoners, and store of Ammunition and Arms. The Gent. And Heritors of the Shire of Argyle had lately a meeting, with the Marquis thereof at Innerara, where they resolved not to join with those people now in Arms; but to be ready at 24 hours warning to oppose them. The business of Lewis was thus; Norman mac Cloud with 4 or 500 men landed in Lewis-Island, and after 3 or 4 days staying in some inaccessible places of the Isle, fell upon our Soldiers, who lay at Sternway out of the Fort, and killed 12 of them; but a party out of the fort beat them thence, relieved the remainder of the men, removed the goods into the Fort and burnt the houses. The last week Lieut. Col, Cottrel marched out of Glasgow to reduce the Garrison of Rosdew near Loch Lomond, and before he came near it, the Enemy ran away, and left word that they had no orders to fight. We hear also that Brockie, Capt. Lieut. to the late Col. Wogan, is dead of his wounds; and the Earl of Athol that fires and burns folk's corn, and horses, threatened to shoot Holland the Surgeon unto death, for not curing Wogan and Brockie. Some of those blades begin to cry Peccavi, and sends to desire liberty to live peaceably; and no doubt ere long they will betray one another into our hands. This day the Lord Calender is apprehended upon an information against him of Correspondency. I have enclosed you one of Glencarn's Proclamations for the bringing in of Levies. The Persons who stand committed to the Tower for the late treasonable Conspiracy, are these Eleven: Mr Thomas Bunce, Mr Roger Cotes, Mr Thomas Dutton, Mr Joseph Sawyer, Mr Joseph Barker, Mr John Archer, Mr William Jenkins, Mr Roger Lee, Captain Smith, Mr Christopher Watkins, Mr Thomas Rosse. Of the extent of their Conspiracy, and the Particulars you may hear hereafter. I have nothing of news since my last. The party that Lieut. Col. Cotterel sent from Dumbarton to have seized on the Shallop we lately lost in Clyde, went into the Highlands, to a Lough where it was, but upon their coming, she was set on fire by them. Kenmore came privately with a small party into Dunkell on Friday last, which was the day after the Engagement with Col. morgan; from whom there is nothing since my last. As concerning the Peace with the Dutch, it's supposed their Intentions are real. For there are Ambassadors to come out of Holland, and their Friends here do say, their business is to ratify an Agreement, according to the late Treaty. They were looked for by the Heer Beverning every day this week, and are still expected so that its conceived, it cannot be long ere they arrive in England. ☞ Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habbakkuk & Zephaniah By Mr George Hutcheon, Minister at Edinburgh Recommended unto the reader by Mr David Dickson and Mr Edmund . Sold by Ralph Smith at the Bible in Cornhill.

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From Monday, June. 5. to Monday, June 12. 1654. Leith June 2. Gen. Monk is returned back again to Stirling; McGriggen, and McFarland, two of the principal Clans in the Hills, have made some overtures of coming in, and to engage to live peaceably; Glencarn is fallen down into the Lowlands, but his Forces are not so considerable as to fight us; therefore it's thought that he hath some other inclinations: He and Middleton have had some clashing, and therefore it maybe he will leave him to shift for himself. I told you in my last of the escape of the Earl of Kineuse, and others out of Edinburgh Castle; and there was this remarkable more (which was then omitted,) That Col. Montgomery, who attempted to escape at the same time, by leaping down, fell, and brake his neck. Be it declared and ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council, That so much of the Act of Parliament of the second of April, One thousand six hundred fifty one; Entitled, An Act for the continuing of the jurisdiction of the Court of Admiralty, or so much thereof as concerns the settling and continuing of the Jurisdiction of the said Court, according to former Acts and Ordinances of Parliament, be, and is hereby declared to be, and at all times since the 12. of April, anno Dom. One thousand six hundred fifty and one, to have been continued of full force and virtue, according to the words contained therein, and the same shall so continue and be, and shall be so in all Courts adjudged to be continued, and of full force and virtue, until further order shall be taken to the contrary. The County of Warwick expressed their affections to his Highness and the present Government, as followeth: To his Highness the Lord Protector of England, Scotland, and Ireland. The Congratulation of us the Knights, Gentlemen, Ministers, and Yeomen of the County of Warwick. We desire to own and rejoice in the good presence of God, which hath gone along with your Highness in all your undertakings; and hath made your Eminency instrumental in the procuring of the deliverance of this poor Nation out of those unhappy and great troubles under which it hath groaned these many years last past, to that great blessing of Peace and quiet which for the present we do enjoy: And we do further with much thankfulness and admiration acknowledge the goodness of God toward us, that when through the preposterous heat of some we were again ready to be plunged into a sea of greater Misery and confusion than ever, That then again the Lord did stir you up to stand in the Gap: And hath given us fresh grounds of hope that he hath chosen you out for the Protection and Welfare of this poor Nation. And whereas it is the duty of the people to strengthen the hands of their Governors, We have been stirred up publicly to express our resentment of that great, and (we hope) most happy change, tending so much to our establishment and happiness, in that we have a more sure foundation of settled Government held forth unto us, in that he hath already given us a large earnest of that spirit and zeal for the public good, which God hath poured upon you in these acceptable beginnings and endeavours for establishing the Magistracy and Ministry, the Ordinances of God in their power and purity, and the fundamental Laws and Liberties of this Nation, with encouragement of all those that fear God in the three Nations; in the promoting whereof we shall stand by you, and assist your Highness, and ever pray for your Highness's welfare and prosperity. High and Mighty Lords, Her Royal Highness, together with her Highness the Princess Dowager (Mother and Grandmother too) as Guardians of the young Princess Highness; do find themselves under engagement, and out of their Motherly affections bound and necessitated in all due respect to your mighty Highness to declare unto You, that they are informed (to their great wonder and grief) that the Noble, Great, and Potent Lords, the States of Holland, and Westfreezland have taken up a Resolution by which the young Prince of Orange, their Son, and Pupils, and all that shall descend from him should be excluded from all kinds of Dignities, Office, and Charge, which his Highness's Predecessors did enjoy in these Provinces. Their Highnesses do not know what hath moved them to such deliberation, but this is very apparent, 1. That a long and true service hath been performed from the Princess his Highness's Predecessors successively, in which they had hazarded both their blood and lives for this Land. 2. That their Noble, Great and Potent Lordships have always hitherto showed inclinations of good affection to the renowned House of Orange. 3. That the tender and innocent years of the present young Prince is attended with such present education, and considerable interests for the good of this Land, as that it cannot be thought but he will be brought up to tread in the fore-steps of his renowned Forefathers, for the future service of this State. 4. That there is further hopes of succession from him. And it is hoped that no such Resolution shall be now made to his prejudice, which cannot but leave a remarkable spot both upon his person and his Family. Therefore we do (with all due respect to your mighty Highness) seek, and pray that if you find any such resolution to be under Debate by the States of Holland, that your mighty Highness would be induced that the further Debate of a business of so weighty importance, may be further Debated by none others, Your Mighty Highness only, and by You so ended, that the Debate thereof may be brought to no further effect. And hereby Your mighty Highness will declare your great Wisdom and Discretion to be praise worthy to the World, and it will be a work very acceptable to all the good people of these Countries. Signed by the Princess Royal, &c. The Lords Commissioners of the great Seal, came and sat in the Court of Upper-Bench, and acquainted Sergeant Nudigate that his Highness the Lord Protector looked on him to be a man of Gravity, Wisdom, and Uprightness; and therefore had of his own free motion given his Commission for the making him a Judge of that Court. Then he came up and took his Oath in Court, and took his place in the Bench. The like ceremony was also in the Common-Pleas, of which Court also Sergeant Windham was made a Judge, and Sergeant Popys, one of the Barons of Exchequer. The last week we acquainted you with the names of persons of Eminency that were committed to the Tower, about a treasonable Plot and Conspiracy; since which time many others have been taken into custody: some whereof sent to the Tower, and others at Saint James and Whitehall, We shall give you a List of many of them as followeth: Sir Richard Willis. Sir Gilbert Gerhard titular. Jo. Gerhard his Brother. Charles Gerhard his Brother. Col. John Ashburnham. William Ashburnham Esq. Master John Wiseman Agent. Mr John Finch. Mr. Peter Vowel. Tho. Sanders Silkman. Sydney Fotherby. Humphrey Baggaly. Michael Mason a Fensor. Col: Aldridge. Col: Edw: Villers. Colonel Phil: Honywood D. Theod: Nandin. John James Apoth. Th. Brown. Jo. Brown. Mr. Alex: Gifford. Mr. Walter Hauford. Robert Sherow. Henry Taylor. John Wharton. Thomas Barns. Nicho Watson. William Dodd. Francis Fox. Summerset Fox. Thomas Fox. John Brooks. John Goodwin. Henry Pierce. Francis Newbowl. John Pearsol. Henry Barwicks. Robert Picket. John Andrews. Jerem. Ellis. Robert Wiseman. Thomas Viner. Mr. Harlow. Fane Hake. His Majesty having now received the anointing, with the holy oil of S. Remigius, is resolved to show himself in the head of his Army before his return to this City: They have now besieged the Prince of Condi's Forces in the strong hold of Sterey, and it is thought that it cannot hold out long, for that provisions are wanting; yet it is thought something will be attempted for their relief, in regard Duke Francis of Lorraine is now in a posture, and holds good correspondence with the Prince of Conde. The Writs being issued forth for the Election of Members for another Parliament: his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council this day agreed upon the form of an indenture between the Sheriff and the Electors of persons to serve in Parliament for Counties as followeth. This INDENTURE made the day of in the year of our Lord one thousand six hundred fifty and four, at in the County of Between Sheriff of the County aforesaid of the one part, and C D E F. GH. And divers other persons qualified and capable to elect Members to serve in Parliament for Counties as is prescribed in the Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, witnesseth, That Proclamation having been made in every Market-Town in the County aforesaid within ten days after the receipt of a certain Writ of the Lord Protector to the aforesaid Sheriff directed, and to one part of these Indentures annexed for the Election of Knights, fit and discreet Persons in the County aforesaid, for the Parliament of the said Lord Protector in the Writ aforesaid specified to be chosen, and to be at the Parliament of the said Lord Protector at Westminster in the County of Middlesex, the third day of September next to be held; The aforesaid C. D. E F. G. H. &c. and divers other persons of the County aforesaid, who were present at such Election, freely and indifferently have chosen Knight's girt with swords, that is to say, A. B &c. to be in the Parliament aforesaid, as in the said Writ is mentioned who for themselves as also for all the people of the County aforesaid, have full and sufficient power to do and consent unto those things, which in the aforesaid Parliament shall then and there, by common Consent and Council, happen to be ordained. Provided, and it is hereby Declared, That the persons so chosen shall not have power to alter the Government as it is now settled in one single Person and a Parliament. In witness whereof as well the Seal of Office of the said Sheriff, as also the Seals of the Electors aforesaid, the day, year, and place abovesaid to these Indentures are put and affixed. Henry Scobell Clerk of the Council. The Form of an INDENTURE between the Sheriff and the Burgesses and Inhabitants of Burroughs. The INDENTURE made the day of in the year of our Lord one thousand six hundred fifty and four. Between A.B. High Sheriff of the County of the one part, And C.D.E.F.G.H. &c. Burgesses and Inhabitants of the Borough of of the other par, witnesseth, That by virtue of a Warrant unto I. K. of the said Borough of from the said High Sheriff to him directed, for the Electing and choosing of Burgesses of good understanding, knowledge and discretion for Causes concerning the Public good of this Commonwealth, To be at his Highness's Parliament to beholden at Westminster, the third day of September next; We the said Burgesses and Inhabitants there, have made choice and Election of L. and M. to be Burgesses of the said Borough of to attend at the said Parliament according to the tenor of the said Warrant unto him the said I. K. directed in that behalf; who for themselves and all the people of the said Borough have full power to do and consent unto those things which in the aforesaid Parliament shall then and there, by Common Council and Consent, happen to be Ordained. Provided, and it is hereby declared, That they shall not have power to alter the Government as it is now settled in one single Person and Parliament. In witness whereof we the parties above-named to these presents interchangeably set our hands and Seals the day and year first above written. Henry Scobell, Clerk of the Council. From Upsal they write, That the Lord Ambassador Whitlock hath taken his leave of the Queen (having finished the whole Treaty,) and there is great joy that they have made sure unto them such a considerable friend, as they look upon the Commonwealth of England to be; The Lord Ambassador was conducted out of the City by a great number of Nobility, which showed great respect unto him. We are in somewhat a confused posture, yet with our Transplantation, many are gone, but many others play Loath to depart, and many are dispensed with, as particularly one whole Town, Cashel, towards which we had no great obligation upon us: But the Lord by a fire on the 23 instant, hath burnt down the whole Town in little more than a quarter of an hour, except some houses that a few English lived in, which were wonderly preserved being in the midst of the Town. The person that got their dispensation from transporting, died the day before the fire of the Plague, and none else long before nor since, dead or sick of that disease there: The Irish are hatching some mischief as appears by a paper we have found that came from some in England or France, advising the time is not yet for some design, but will be shortly. Upon a general search throughout the whole City of London and the Suburbs, with the City of Westminster, and the parts adjacent, a great number of suspected persons touching the Plot lately discovered, were apprehended the two last nights; some were carried immediately to Whitehall, some to S. James'; others were laid in the Compters, but the major part were secured in S. Gile's-Church, in the fields, and in Covent-garden. Gen. Whaley and many other Commissioners and Justices of Peace sit daily in that which was called the Lord's House at Westminster upon examination of the parties brought before them. Col. Digby is sent to the Tower; one Cook of Essex, one Bodinham of Herefordshire, and a great number more are secured elsewhere; but we shall forbear the naming of any more at present, because it is a thing that continues still under examination. That we may give a little further satisfaction to those that are earnest in their enquiry what the intention or scope of this design was (according to the best information we can get at present) some of them have confessed the design extended to the cutting of the throats of those that had acted for the Parliament, and the setting fire on London and Westminster in several places in one instant, and then to proclaim Charles Stuart; and several Officers were pitched upon, who had provided themselves rich Scarves, some whereof have been produced. Several persons were apprehended in Fleet Street for Coiners. Two Soldiers ran the Gantelop in Holborn, and were cashiered. The L. President Lawrence, the L. Sidenham L. Chamberlain, and the rest of the Council had debate on the business about Salters Hall for Creditors and Debtors. An Ordinance under debate for rejecting scandalous Ministers, by Commissioners in every County. An Ordinance coming forth for continuing a monthly Assessment for the Army. We have lately taken seven prizes from the French, some whereof are come up into the river of Thames. Newcastle, June 4. We hear of no action considerable in Scotland, only we meet with prisoners daily as we send parties abroad. One that came yesterday into this town sayeth, that he heard Middleton and some others of the chief are coming in. Here is a Fleet of Coals ready to go off, most of them are bound for London, but we hear you press Seamen there still. There is newly come forth that long expected translation of the whole book of Psalms in meter, by Will. Barton Mr. of Arts, diligently compared with the Original, and to be sold by Francis Eglisfield, and Thomas Underhill in Paul's Churchyard, and by Francis Tyton at the three daggers in Fleet Street. Also Mr. Richard Baxter's Apology, containing an answer to Mr. Blake, to D. Kendal's digression, to Moulin, to Mr. Eyres, and Mr. Crandon: Wherein is discussed many great Controverted points in Divinity, of Antinomianism &c. Printed for T. Underhill and F. Tyton and sold by I. Neville at the Plough, and John Barber, at the Lamb in Paul's Churchyard. The second part of the Faithful Counsellor, or Marrow of the Law in English by Will. Shepherd Esq. sold by H. Twiford, Nath. Ekins, T. Brewster, I. Platt. A thin light bay Gelding, with a star in the forehead, and two feathers on both side the Mane, thorough paced, of five years of age, lost on Whitsunday at Sir Richard Kingsmith's at Maultshanger in Hampshire: Bring word to M. Francis Burge's, living at M. Prescott's in Windmill-Court, next Butcher-row, without Temple-Bar, and he shall have forty shillings.

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From Monday January. 2. to Monday, January. 9. 1653 We cannot let pass, for more general satisfaction, (especially in the Country) what was this day published, of settling the Government of England, Scotland, and Ireland, by His Highness the Lord Protector; to this effect following. 1. That the Supreme Legislative Authority of this Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, shall be, & reside, in one person, and the people assembled in Parliament; The style of which person shall be, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland. 2. That the exercise of the chief magistracy and administration of the government over the said Counties and Dominions, and the people thereof, shall be in the Lord Protector, assisted with a Council; the number whereof shall not exceed 21. nor be less than 13. 3. That all Writs, Processes, Commissions, Patents, Grants, and other things, which now run in the name and style of the Keepers of the liberty of England by authority of parliament, shall run in the name and style of the Lo: Protector from whom, for the future, shall be derived all magistracy and honours in these 3 nations; and shall have the power of pardons, (except in case of murder and treason) and benefit of all forfeitures for the public use; and shall govern the said Countries and Dominions in all things by the advice of the Council: and according to these presents, and the laws. 4. That the Lord protector, the parliament sitting, shall dispose and order the Militia and Forces both by sea and land, for the peace and good of the three nations, by consent of parliament, and that the Lord protector, with the advise and consent of the major part of the Council, shall dispose and order the Militia for the ends aforesaid in the intervals of parliaments. 5. That the L: protector by the advice aforesaid shall direct, in all things, concerning the keeping & holding of a good correspondence with foreign Kings, princes, & States; and also with the consent the major part of the Council have the power of war and peace. 6. That the laws shall not be altered, suspended, abrogated, or repealed, or any new law made, nor any tax, charge, or imposition laid upon the people, but by common consent in parliament, save only as is expressed in the 30 article. 7. That there shall be a parliament summoned to meet at Westminster upon the 3 day of Sept. 1654. and that successively, a parliament shall be summoned once in every third year, to be accounted from the dissolution of the preceding parliaments. 8. That neither the parliament to be next summoned, nor any successive parliaments, shall, during the time of five months, to be accounted from the day of their first meeting, be adjourned, prorogued or dissolved without their own consent. 9. That as well the next, as all other successive parliaments, shall be summoned, and elected in manner hereafter expressed; That is to say, the persons to be chosen within England, Wales, the Isle of Jersey and Guernsey, and the Town of Berwick upon Tweed to sit & serve in parliament, shall be, and not exceed, the number of 400. The persons to be chosen in Scotland, to sit in parliament, shall be & not exceed the number of 30. & the persons to be chosen to sit in parliament for Ireland, shall be, and not exceed the number of 30. 10. That the persons to be elected to sit in parliament from time to time for the several counties of England, Wales, the Isles of Jersey and Guernsey, and the Town of Berwick upon Tweed, and all places within the same respectively, shall be according to the proportion and numbers hereafter expressed. But these numbers, for wanting room, we must omit. The distribution of the persons to be chosen for Scotland, and Ireland, and the several counties, cities, and places within the same, shall be according to such proportions and number, as shall be agreed upon, and declared by the Lord protector and the major part of the Council, before the sending forth of Writs of Summons for the next parliament. 11. That the summons to parliament, shall be writ under the Great Seal of England, directed to the Sheriffs of the several and respective Counties, with such alteration as may suit with the present government, to be made by the Lord Protector and his Council, which the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the Great Seal, shall seal, issue, and send abroad by Warrant from the Lord Protector. If the Lord protector shall not give Warrant for issuing of Writs of Summons for the next parliament, before the first day of June 1654. or for the Triennial parliaments, before the first day of August in the third year, to be accounted as aforesaid, That then the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the Great Seal, for the time being, shall, without any Warrant or direction, within seven days after the said first day of June 1654. seal, issue, and send abroad Writs of Summons (changing therein what is to be changed as aforesaid) to the several and respective Sheriffs of England, Scotland, and Ireland, for summoning the parliament, to meet at Westminster, the third of September next; and shall likewise within seven days after the first day of August, in every third year; to be accounted from the dissolution of the precedent parliament, seal, issue, and send abroad several Writs of Summons changing therein what is to be changed, as aforesaid, for summoning the parliament to meet at Westminster the fixt of November in that third year: That the said several and respective Sheriffs shall, within ten days after the receipt of such Writs as aforesaid, cause the same to be proclaimed and published in every Market-Town within his County, upon Market days thereof, between Twelve and Three of the clock; and shall then also publish and declare the certain day of the week and month for choosing Members to serve in parliament for the Body of the said County, according to the Tenor of the said Writ, which shall be upon Wednesday five weeks after the date of the Writ, and shall likewise declare the place where the Election shall be made; for which purpose he shall appoint the most convenient place for the County to meet in, and shall send precepts for elections to be made in all and every City; Town, Borough, or place within his County, where Elections are to be made by virtue of these presents, to the Mayor, Sheriff, or other head Officer of such City, Town, Borough, or place, within three days after the Receipt of such Writ or Writs, which the said Mayor, Sheriffs, and Officers respectively are to make publication of, and of the certain day for such Elections to be made in the said City, Towne, or place aforesaid, and to cause Election to be made accordingly. 12. That at the day and place of Elections, the Sheriff of each County, and the said Mayors, Sheriffs, Bailiffs, and other head Officers within their Cities, towns, Boroughs and places respectively, shall take view of the said Elections, and shall make return into the Chancery within 20 days after the said Elections of the persons elected by the greater number of Electors, under their hands & seals, between him on the one part, and the Electors on the other part; wherein shall be contained, That the persons elected shall not have power to alter the government as it is hereby settled in one single person and a Parliament. 13. That the Sheriff who shall wittingly and willingly make any false Return, or neglect his duty: shall incur the penalty of 2000 Marks of lawful English money; the one moiety to the Lord Protector, and the other moiety to such person as will sue for the same. 14. That all and every person and persons, who have aided, advised, assisted, or abetted in any war against the Parliament, since the first day of Jan: 1641 (unless they have been since in the service of the Parliament, and given signal testimony of their goods affections thereunto) shall be disabled, and be incapable to be elected or to give any Vote in the Election of any Members to serve in the next Parliament, or in the three succeeding Triennial Parliaments. 15. That all such, who have advised, assisted, or abetted the rebellion of Ireland, shall be disabled and incapable for ever to be elected, or to give any Vote in the election of any Member to serve in Parliament; as also all such who do or shall profess the Roman Catholic Religion. That all Votes and Elections given or made contrary, or not according to these Qualifications, shall be null and void; And if any person who is hereby made incapable, shall give his Vote for Election of Members to serve in Parliament, such persons shall lose and forfeit one year's value of his real estate; and one full third part of his personal estate, one moiety thereof to the Lord Protector, and the other moiety to him, or them who shall sue for the same That the persons who shall be elected to serve in Parliament, shall be such (and no other than such) as are persons of known integrity, fearing God, and of good conversation, and being of the age of 21 years. 18 That all and every person and persons seized or possessed to his own use; of any estate real or personal, to the value of 200 l. and not within the aforesaid exceptions, shall be capable to elect members to serve in Parliament for Counties. 19 That the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the great Seal, shall be sworn before they enter into their Offices, truly and faithfully to issue forth and send abroad Writs of Summons to Parliaments at the times, and in manner before expressed; And, in case of neglect or failure, to issue and send abroad Writs accordingly, he or they shall for every such offence be guilty of High Treason, and suffer the pains and penalties thereof. 20 That in case Writs be not issued out, as is before expressed, but that there be a neglect therein, 15 days after the time wherein the same ought to be issued out by the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the great Seal, that then the Parl: shall, as often as such failure shall happen, assemble and be held at Westminster, in the usual place, at the prefixed, in manner and by the means hereafter expressed; that is to say, That the Sheriffs of the several and respective Counties, Sheriffdoms, Cities, Boroughs and places aforesaid, within England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, the Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, and the Mayor and Bailiffs of the Borough of Berwick upon Tweed, and other the places aforesaid respectively, shall at the several Courts and places to be appointed as aforesaid, within 30 days after the said 15 days, cause such Members to be chosen for their said several and respective Counties, Sheriffdoms, Universities, Cities, Boroughs, and places aforesaid, by such persons and in such manner, as if several and respective Writs of Summons to Parl: under the Great Seal, had issued and been awarded according to the Tenor abovesaid: That if the Sheriff or other persons authorized, shall neglect his or their duty herein; That all and every such Sheriff and person authorized as aforesaid, so neglecting his or their duty, shall, for every such offence, be guilty of High-Treason, and shall suffer the pains and penalties thereof. That the Clerk called The Clerk of the Commonwealth, in Chancery for the time being, and all others, who shall afterwards execute that Office, to whom the returns shall be made, shall for the next Parliament, and the two succeeding Triennial Parliaments, the next day after such return, certify the names of the several persons so returned, and of the places for which he and they were chosen respectively, unto the Council, who shall peruse the said Returns, and examine whether the persons so elected and returned be such as is agreeable to the qualifications, and not disabled to be elected, and being approved by the major part of the Council to be persons not disabled, but qualified as aforesaid, shall be esteemed a Member of Parliament, and be admitted to sit in Parl. and not otherwise. 22 That the persons chosen and assembled in manner aforesaid or any 50 of them, shall be, and deemed the Parl: of England, Scotland and Ireland; and the supreme legislative power to be and reside in the Lord Protector, and such Parl: in manner herein expressed. 23 That the Lord Protector, with the advice of the major part of the Council, shall at any other time than is before expressed, when the necessities of the state shall require it, summon Parliaments in manner before expressed, which shall not be adjourned, prorogued, or dissolved without their own consent, during the first 3 months of their sitting, and in case of future War with any foreign State, a Parliament shall be forthwith summoned for the advice concerning the same. 24 That all Bills agreed unto by the Parl: shall be presented to the Lord Protector for his consent; and in case he shall not give his consent thereto, within 20 days after they shall be presented to him, or give satisfaction to the Parl: within the time limited, that then, upon declaration of the Parl: that the Lord Protector hath not consented nor given satisfaction, such Bills shall pass into, and become Laws, although he shall not give his consent thereunto; provided such Bills contain nothing in them contrary to the matters contained in these presents. 25 That Philip Lord Viscount Lisle, Charles Fleetwood Esq; John Lambert Esq; Sir Gilbert Pickering Baronet, Sir Charles Wolsley Baronet, Sir Anthony Ashley Cooper Bar: Ed: Montague Esq; John Desborow Esq; Sir Walter Strickland Esq; Hen: Lawrence Esq; Wil: Syndenham Esq; Philip Jones Esq; Rich: Major Esq; Fran: Rous Phil: Skippen Esqs, or any 7 of them, shall be a Council for purposes expressed in this writing: and upon death or other removal of any of them, the Parl. shall nominate 6 persons of ability, integrity, and fearing God, for every one that is dead or removed, out of which the major part of the Council shall elect two, and present them to the Lord Protector, of which he shall elect one. 26 That the L. Protector and the major part of the Council aforesaid, may at any time before the meeting of the next Parl: add to the Council such persons as they shall think fit; provided, the number of the Council be not made thereby to exceed 21. and that the quorum to be proportioned accordingly by the L. Protector, and the major part of the Council. 27 That a constant yearly revenue shall be raised, settled & established for maintaining of 10000 Horse and Dragoons, and 20000 Foot in England, Scotland and Ireland, for the defence and security thereof, and also for a convenient number of ships for guarding of the Seas; besides 200000 per annum for defraying the other necessary charges for administration of justice, and other expenses of the Government. 28 That the said yearly revenue shall be paid into the public Treasury, and shall be issued out for the uses aforesaid. 29 That in case there shall not be cause hereafter to keep up so great a defence at Land or Sea, but that there be an abatement made thereof; the money which will be saved thereby shall remain in bank for the public service and not be employed to any use but by consent of Parl: or in the intervals of Parl: by the Lord Protector and major part of Council. 30 That the raising of money for defraying the charge of present extraordinary forces both at Land and Sea, in respect of the present wars, shall be by consent in Parl: and not otherwise; save only that the Lord Protector, with the consent of the major part of the Council, for preventing the disorders and dangers which may otherwise fall out both at Sea and Land, shall have power until the meeting of the first Parl: to raise money for the purposes aforesaid. 31 That the Lands, Tenements, Rents, Royalties, Jurisdictions and Hereditaments which remain yet unsold or indisposed of by Act of Ordinance of Parl: belonging to the Commonwealth, (except the Forests and Chafes, and the Honours and Manors belonging to the same: the Lands of the Rebels in Ireland, lying in the 4 Counties of Dublin, Cork, Kildare and Katerlaugh or the Lands forfeited by the people of Scotland in the late Wars: and also the Lands of Rapists and Delinquents in England, who have not yet compounded) shall be vested in the Lord Protector: To hold, to him and his Successors, Lord Protectors of these Nations, and shall not be aliened, but by consent in Parl: And all Debts, Fines, Issues, Amerciaments, Penalties and Profits, certain and casual, due to the Keepers of the Liberties of England, by Authority of Parliament, shall be due to the Lord Protector, and be payable into the public Receipt, and shall be recovered and prosecuted in his Name. 32 That the Office of the Lord Protector over these Nations, shall be Elective, and not Hereditary; and upon the death of the Lord Protector, another fit person shall be forthwith elected to succeed him in the Government, which Election shall be by the Council, who immediately upon the death of the Lord Protector, shall assemble in the Chamber where they usually sit in Council, and having given notice to all their number, of the cause of their assembling, shall, being 13 at least present, proceed to the Election; and before they depart out of the said Chamber, shall elect a fit person to succeed in the Government, and forthwith cause Proclamation thereof to be made in all the 3 Nations as shall be requisite: And the person that they, or the major part of them shall elect, as aforesaid, shall be; and shall be taken to be Lord Protector over these Nations of England, Scotland and Ireland, and the Dominions thereunto belonging: Provided, that none of the Children of the late king, nor any of his Line or Family, be elected to be Lord Protector, or other chief Magistrate over these Nations, or any Dominions thereunto belonging. 33 That Oliver Cromwell Captain General of the Forces of England, Scotland and Ireland, shall be, and is hereby declared to be Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, for his life. 34 That the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the Great Seal, the Treasurer, Admiral, chief Governors of Ireland and Scotland, and the chief Justices of both the Benches, shall be chosen by the approbation of Parliaments, and in the intervals of Parl: by the approbation of the major part of the Council, to be afterwards approved by the Parliament. 36 That the Christian Religion, contained in the Scriptures, be held forth and recommended as the public Profession of these Nations, and that as soon an may be, a provision less subject to scruple and contention, and more certain than the present, be made for the encouragement and maintenance of able and painful Teachers, for instructing the people, and for discovery and confutation of Error, Heresy, and whatever is contrary to sound Doctrine: And that until such provision be made, the present maintenance shall not be taken away nor impeached. 36. To the public profession held forth, none shall be compelled by penalties or otherwise, but that endeavours be used to win them by sound Doctrine, and the example of a good conversation. 37. That such as profess faith in God by Jesus Christ (though differing in judgement from the doctrine, worship, or discipline publicly held forth) shall not be restrained from, but shall be protected in the profession of the faith, and exercise of their religion, so as they abuse not this liberty, to the civil injury of others, and to the actual disturbance of the public peace on their parts: provided this liberty is not extended to Popery or Prelacy, nor to such, as under the profession of Christ, hold forth and practise licentiousness. 37. That all Laws, Statutes, and Ordinances and Clauses in any Law, Statute and Ordinance to the contrary of the aforesaid liberty, shall be esteemed as null and void. 39. That the Acts and Ordinances of Parliament, made for the sale or other disposition of the Lands, Rents, and Hereditaments of the late King, Queen and Prince, of Archbishops and Bishops, &c. Deans and Chapters, the Lands of Delinquents, and Forest Lands, or any of them; or of any other Lands, Tenements, Rents and Hereditaments belonging to the Commonwealth, shall no way be impeached or made invalid; but shall remain good and firm: And that the securities given by Act and Ordinance of Parliament for any sum or sums of money, by any of the said Lands, the Excise, or by any other public Revenue; and also the securities given by the public faith of the Nation; and the engagement of the public faith for satisfaction of debts and damages, shall remain firm and good, and not be made void or invalid upon any presence whatsoever. 40. That the Articles given to, or made with the Enemy, and afterwards confirmed by the Parliament, shall be performed & made good to the persons concerned therein. And that such appeals as were depending in the last Parliament, for relief concerning Bills of sale of Delinquent's Estates, may be heated and determined the next Parliament, Any thing in this writing, or otherwise to the contrary notwithstanding. 41. That every successive Lord Protector over these Nations shall take and subscribe a solemn Oath, in the presence of the Council, and such others as they shall call to them, That he will seek the peace, quiet, and welfare of these Nations, cause law and justice to be equally administered, and that he will not violate or infringe the matters and things contained in this writing, and in all other things will to his power, & to the best of his understanding, govern these Nations, according to the Laws, Statutes, and Customs. 42. That each person of the Council shall, before they enter upon their trust, take, and subscribe an Oath, that they will be true and faithful in their trust, according to the best knowledge; and, that in the election of every successive Lord Protector, they shall proceed therein impartially, and do nothing therein for any promise, fear, favour or reward. Whereas the major part of the last Parliament (judging that their sitting any longer, as then constituted, would not be for the good of this Commonwealth) did dissolve the same, and by a writing under their hands, dated the twelfth day of this instant December, resigned unto Me their Powers and Authorities; And whereas it was necessary thereupon, That some speedy course should be taken for the Settlement of these Nations upon such a Basis and Foundation, as, by the blessing of God, might be lacking, secure Property, and answer those great Ends of Religion and Liberty, so long contended for, and upon full and mature Consideration had the Form of Government hereunto annexed, being satisfied that the same, through divine assistance, may answer the Ends aforementioned: And having also been desired, and advised, as well by several persons of Interest and Fidelity in this Commonwealth, as the Officers of the Army, to take upon Me the Protection and Government of these Nations, in the manner expressed in the said Form of Government, I have accepted thereof, and hereby declare my acceptance accordingly. And do promise in the presence of God, That I will not violate, or infringe the matters and things contained therein, but to My Power, observe the same, and cause them to be observed; and shall in all other things, to the best of my understanding, Govern these Nations according to the Laws, Statutes and Customs, seeking their Peace, and causing Justice and Law to be equally administered. O. CROMWELL Oliver Cromwell, Captain General of all the Forces of this Commonwealth, and now declared Lord Protector thereof, did this 16 of Decemb. 1653. sign this Writing, and solemnly promise, as is therein contained, in presence of the Lord's Commissioners of the Great Seal of England, who administered the same Oath, and of the Lord Mayor and Aldermen of the City of London, divers of the Judges of the Land, the Officers of State and Army, and many other persons of Quality. By Letters from Edinburgh December 29. The Enemy (for now we must call them so) still go on with their levies in several parts of the Hills, and will be numerous, do what we can to prevent them; though I see not how they can keep together in a body which conjoined, The Country not being able to bear them: Kenmore lies up towards the the Bray of Mane, and in the Glens that way, within the, Hills near Woods and Rivers, and all along in several fast places from Lough Tay, towards the Brays of Stermont and Angus. Lieut. Whitmore of Col. Morgan's Regiment went up lately into the Hills, and took 40 Sheep and 5 Cows, which Sir Mungoe Murtah their Quartermaster General sent forth of the Highlands to be kept near his own house, Sir Mungoe's man, and one horse of the Laird of Lenes (who took Capt. Townsend and Capt Scroop) but the Rider escaped: Yesterday a party of the Tories met with 4 of Col. Morgan's Troop of Dragoons near Levingston house, about 10 miles from Edinburgh, whom they barbarously murdered, one of them fled into the House for safety, but the people would not protect him, but left him to the cruelty of those Villains. A party of our Dragoons from the Bray of Maine, fell upon the Enemy, killed one, wounded three, and four horses: I cannot think there is a pack of more unmerciless Rogues in the world, than those now gathered together in this Country, and many of them were at Dunbar, and Worcester, and had liberty given them through our too much lenity. Dalkeith the same date thus. Major Bramstone's party had light upon Sir Arthur Forbs upon Saturday last, had not an old K. near Pebbles sent him notice of our parties coming thither, he being then at the Kirk of Atterick very sore wounded, yet upon hearing of their approach, marched towards the Hills, his number being then made 70 horse by the occasion of one Capt Steward with 20 horse, our men took two more of them who were in the former fight, and one Moss Trooper. The Enemy have now a Garrison in Roldew about ten miles from Dunbarton, from whence they came commanded by one Colgrave, with about 80 Foot last week to Dunbarton, and in the dead of the night took two of the Bailiffs and other principal men of the Town to the number of 36, whom they threaten to keep till they send them in 4 horsemen and 37 Footmen for their Levies. The Dutch Ambassadors taking their leave at a long conference at Whitehall yesterday; this day they sent their goods a Shipboard, and went themselves in the afternoon by Barge to Gravesend, there to take shipping for Holland. No farther news from Sea, but that General Monk rides with our Fleet about the Channel, and Gen. Blake is gone down to the Hope to look after the rest of the Fleet, who are near ready also to set out, besides those two Ships mentioned formerly taken by the Dutch near the Lands end being homeward bound from New England, there are two more safely arrived in this River coming from the same Country, and laden with Masts, and great store of Beaver skins, and the like commodities. From Paris January 10. 1654. stilo novo. The last news from our Army in Alsatia imply, That the Marshal de la Ferte hath invested Beffort, and is now making his Lines of Communication and other works belonging to a siege, there hath been several pieces of Ordnance drawn out of Nancy, which are on the way, and will come to the Leaguer as soon as any Batteries will be raised for to plant them upon; the Marques de Vxelles is to be Lieutenant General, and is expected there with three thousand men. This design hath much alarmed the Country, and so much the more, since the yielding up of the strong Castle of Phillipsburg, which was taken by a surprisal without the loss of one man: the manner thus, The Deputy Governor being gone a hunting with some of the high Officers of that Garrison, notice being given to one of the Cardinal's creatures, he embraced with alacrity that occasion, and being come into the place, he so prevailed upon the Garrison, that he became Master of the place, and this Deputy Governor being come in the Evening, knowing not what had passed, found the Bridge drawn up, and entrance denied him; whereupon he was forced to retire speedily. The Duke d' Amville being sent by the King to Blois, to try once more whether he could prevail with the Duke of Orleans, and so bring him again to the Court, returned back this week, and the report is at Court, that he hath brought a very good Answer, and that he will be shortly in this City: but others are of a contrary opinion. The Duke de Guise is still going on in his preparations for his intended design for Naples against the next Spring. The States assembled in Provence are now sitting at Bagnolls, where the Duke of Mercoeur the Governor, and the other Procurators are also gone: they do sit daily, and hope to rectify many abuses, and redress grievances which do much burthen the People there. The Commissioners appointed to draw out the charge of high Treason against the Prince of Conde have met several times, and it's said that it is finished, only it wants to be engrossed: News is come that the Prince hath surprised a little Town and a Castle in Champagne and plundered the Country pitifully; two days since the King with his brother and the Cardinal Mazarini went to a place called the Plain of Madrid, near the City where the Regiment of the Guard was drawn in Batalia, and a List being brought to his Majesty, it was found to consist of above 6 thousand men fit for service. Warwick Jan. 4 1653. This last Saturday Mr. Bulstrode one of the Judges of North Wales came hither by a special Commission of Gaol delivery, he heard the Sermon early on Monday morning, and went directly from thence to the Hall, where there was a very great appearance, and a very able grand Jury, there hath not been a greater Gaol known these many years: there is five men and one woman condemned to be hanged, seven likewise burned in the hand, and two men (that would not plead) to be pressed, the Judge used his endeavours to persuade them to plead, telling them what a sad condition they would bring themselves into; but the resolute Villains were resolved to die in their wickedness, I will assure you the Judge carried the business very well, and gave the Country a great deal of satisfaction: he spake something in his charge in relation to the late Government, he said that it was now settled upon such a Basis as was like to conduce much to the happiness of all good people; he gave strict orders to the grand Jury, that if they heard any that were Perturbers of thus, that they should not fail to bring them to the bar of Justice, and a great deal more to the same effect. There came Letters of the Lord Whitlock, Ambassador to the Queen of Sweden, from Gothenburg Novemb. 18. his voyage and reception there, as followeth. We began to set sail from Gravesend Novemb. 6. but the wind coming too much into the North, and being not able to get clear of the lands that day, we were enforced to cast Anchor near Quisborow; The next day the wind standing fair we set sail again, and made a very large course, until about noon the day after, at which time the wind turned full against us, so that we were afraid, that we should have been necessitated to put into Yarmouth Road. But the wind favoured again for a little time, and we made forwards, yet it was not long ere we were very much becalmed; and so we were exercised with uncertainties of winds until the 12 instant, when there came a very fair wind, which carried us on with full sail, so that on the 14 instant at night we cast Anchor on this side the Scagen, and we came on the 15th betimes in the River. As we came along our ship met with some Holland Fishermen, and boarded one of them, but my Lord Ambassador willing to pass peaceably over the Sea, released it again, which did exceedingly overjoy them, who had been undone in his own thoughts before; yet the Elizabeth, being one of the Frigates that carried home some of our Company, staying behind to bring up one of the Baggage ships, met with a small Dutch Caper, and boarded it, and brought it along with them. We were not altogether without rough and stormy weather, especially the last night, when we anchored at the Scagen, insomuch that we were afraid we should have lost one of the Baggage ships, which was but very slenderly provided with Tacklings, yet (through the goodness of God) we are all come safe, and there is none sick among us, nor anything lost; As soon as ever we were come into the River, being weary of the Sea, we made haste to the shore, so that the Governor and Magistrates of the Town could not be ready to give us that solemn reception as they intended. The next day the three Presidents, with the Magistrates, came to salute my Lord in a very handsome Equipage, and one of them made a Speech to him in Latin, wherein he acquainted his Lordship, That they had received positive commands from the Queen to demonstrate all respects to the English Ambassador, whom she had received notice would arrive here in a short time; and withal desired his Lordship's excuse, that they were not prepared to give him a more pompous entertainment at his first landing. Afterwards the Governor came to give his Salutation, which he performed with great demonstrations of civility, and respect. And indeed they are very ready to accommodate us in anything, and to give us all possible help and assistance in our intended journey towards the Court. The Queen is at present at Vpsalia, but we are uncertain whether she intends to reside there all this Winter; It is supposed that she may return again to Stockholm, there dying but two of the sickness the last week; our journey thither will be very tedious and chargeable; and we now begin to find by experience, That those that are employed upon such solemn Missions into so barren a Country, must needs be supplied with a very large purse. After that we have refreshed ourselves, and rested our horses here for a few days, we shall begin our journey, having already sent Letters to the Court of his Lordship's arrival; we must be enforced to carry all our baggage by Land; the Presidents of the City after consultation had amongst themselves giving us this advice, which will be a very vast charge. Weymouth 2 Jan. 1653. A Jersey Vessel went Saturday last of this Harbour homewards, but the same night a very great storm rose at Sea, and brought the ship back again upon our Coast, where she was cast away in the West-bay between Portland and Ratberry all the men being cast away but the Shipman and two Passengers that were Soldiers going over to Jersey or Guernsey. From Milford Haven the 2 of January. There are several Vessels here bound for Ireland but stayed here by reason of the contrary winds; we have not of late heard any news from thence: The Picaroons are still plying about the Isle of Bundy, and often come into the Severn mouth, where sometimes they catch some of our small Vessels. There is nothing more from our Fleet, but that part of them are about Plymouth and other places to the Westward, some lie out towards the Coast of Brittany, to try if they can meet the Brest men of War, who have now got good ships, and have considerable strength at Sea. This week is arrived the Fleet from Dunkirk consisting of about 40 sail, whereof a good part are laden with rich goods, as silks wrought and unwrought, linen, thread, &c. Therein come likewise 5 ships from the East land, as also one from with Currents but has yet not come up the River. The Dutch Commissioners, whom we mentioned before to be gone to Gravesend in order to take shipping for Holland, have not yet set sail but remain there, and have made some farther application to his Highness and his Council, which whether or no it will occasion their coming back again to make an absolute agreement, a short time will discover. By several Letters from Holland yesterday we had the certain Intelligence, That upon Tuesday last was seven night they had about Amsterdam a most fearful Thunder, Lightning, and Tempest, (as about the same time we had by other Letters was the like at Pembroke in Wales) and by this Thunder and Lightning there were about 500 Houses burnt and destroyed in and near Amsterdam, besides above 40 Merchant's Ships sunk in the Texell, and many other great Damages, the particulars whereof you shall have further by the next, when a more Exact Account comes. There is published an Excellent piece of Chronology, intituled Calamus Mensurans, The Measuring Reed, or Standard of Time, Containing an Exact Computation of years of the world, from the Creation to the destruction of Jerusalem, By John Stern. Printed for John Williams at the Crown in Paul's Churchyard. Hymen's Preludes, or Love's Masterpiece, being the first and second part of that is much admired Romance, entitled Cleopatra; by R. Loveday: Also, the Anal Exercises of Dr. William Harvey Professor of Physics, and Physician to the King's Majesty, Concerning the motion of the Heart and Blood: both Printed for Richard Lownds at the White Lion in Paul's Churchyard. This is licensed and entered according to Order.

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A Declaration of his Highness the Lord Protector of England and his honourable Council, concerning the establishing the Government of this Commonwealth; Together with the Articles signed by his Highness when he was invested Lord Protector, on Friday the 16 of December. Also the Proceedings of the States of Holland, and their great preparations against England. The landing of Money, Arms, and Ammunition in Scotland, and the Scots resolution to fall into the Borders of England. Together with the taking of divers ships from the Dutch, laden with Pitch, Tar, and other last land Commodities. London, Printed for G. HORTON. The Western Letters specify, That the Dutch are very busy in those parts, insomuch, that it is very hard for any Vessel to pass by the Lands-End without a good Convoy; and they have lately taken a Ship of London coming from New England, Laden with Masts, Beaver skins, and the like commodities. But in retaliation thereof, a private Man of War hath brought Dutch Vessels into the Holy Island, both being about 150 Tons burden, which were taken coming from the East-country, laden with Pitch, Tar, and other useful commodities. Having in my last communicated the manner of the solemnisation at the Investment of His Highness the Lord Protector, the next thing that presents itself to public view, is, the same and constitution of the Government established; a Copy whereof is here briefly inserted. 1 That the supreme Legislative power of England, Scotland and Ireland, shall be and reside, in one single person, assisted with a Council of 13 at least, and 21 at most, and the Commons assembled in Parliament. 2 That this single person shall be called, The Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland. 3 That there be constant Triennial Parliaments, and the first to begin on the 3. of September next, 1654. and so from 3 years to 3 years. 4 That Parliaments shall be chosen by the people, and that the time of their sitting be for five months. 5 That the Parliament shall have power of making all Laws, saving some cases relating to the Guards of the commonwealth, and Matters of Religion (for which there is particular provision made in the Instrument) containing the Government. 6 That such Laws as shall be agreed on in Parliament, shall be pretended to the Lord protector for his assent, which if he do not consent unto within 20 days, shall notwithstanding become a Law, and stand in full force and virtue; provided, they contain nothing contrary to the Matters expressed in the said Instrument. 7 That all Writs, process, &c. shall issue forth in the name of the Lord protector. 8 That the Ministry of the Gospel shall be maintained and the present way of their maintenance continued, till some other way more convenient shall be found out and provided. 9 That Articles of War shall be made good. 10 That the Lord protector is to be Elective, and not Hereditary, and to be chosen by the Council, immediately upon the death of the Lord protector, &c. ALL persons who are Adventurers for lands in Ireland, are desired to take notice, That the committee for claims for lands on Thursday the 12 of Jan. next coming to be a day of lottery at Grocer's Hall London, for provinces and counties; and Thursday the 19 of Jan. to be a lottery for counties, for all such Adventurers who have made their choice in provinces; and after the said 19 of Jan. the said committee intend to fit three mornings in a week, viz. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, for preparing certificates for such Adventurers as have, or shall by this time draw their lots. SIR On the 10 instant Cap. Lisle of col. Riches Regiment hearing of a party of the enemy about 10 miles from his quarters, marched in the night from Monros with 100 Horse and Dragoons, and fell upon them by break of day near Glamis, took 40 horse, 19 private soldiers, two captains of horse, one Cornet, one Quartermaster, and killed 9 or 10 of them. The next day col. Morgan having notice of a party of them in Eghil, a strong house in Angus near the hills, marched towards it; but the enemy having notice, fled away upon his approach; he turned and took 15 horses; but the Lord Kinoul; and col. Ramsey escaped. They increase daily, and are gone Northwards to receive arms lately landed from Holland. But at their return, we took some of their Bobtails near Aberdeen. A party of Maj. Gen. Harrison's Regiment were at the heels of col. Wogan and those that came with him at Kelsith; but they gave them the run, and got safe to the Mountains. It is supposed, that he and some others landed in Lancashire; and have commissions and Instructions from their Master Charles Stuart. Dalkeith Decemb. 17. 1653. A PROCLAMATION of his Highness, with the consent of his Council, for the continuing of all Persons, being in Office for the Execution of public Justice at the time of the late change of Government, until his Highness' further Direction. OLIVER, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, considering that whereas the exercise of the chief Magistracy, and the administration of Government within the said Commonwealth, is invested and established in his Highness, assisted with a Council, and left thereupon the settled and ordinary course of Justice in the Commonwealth (if remedy were not provided) might receive interruption, hid Highness in his care of the State, and public Justice thereof (reserving to future consideration the reformation and redress of any abuses of Misgovernment, upon better knowledge taken thereof is pleased, and doth hereby expressly signify, declare and ordain, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, who have power until the meeting of the next Parliament, to make Laws and Ordinances for the peace and welfare of these Nations, where it shall be necessary; which shall be binding and in force until Order shall be taken in Parliament concerning the same: That all persons who on the tenth day of this instant December were duly and lawfully possessed of any place of Judicature, or Office of Authority, Jurisdiction or Government, within this Commonwealth, shall be, and shall so hold themselves continued in the said Offices and places respectively as formerly they held and enjoyed the same, and not otherwise, until his Highness pleasure be further known; And all Commissions, Patents, and other Grants, which respect or relate unto the doing and executing of public Justice, and all proceedings of what Nature soever, in Courts of common Law, or Equity, or in the court of Admiralty, or by commissioners of Sewers, shall stand and be in the same and like force to all intents and purposes as the same were on the said tenth day of this instant December, until further order given by his Highness therein. And that in the meantime (for preservation of the public peace, and necessary proceedings in matters of Justice, and for safety of the State) all the said persons, of whatsoever place, Degree, or condition, may not fail every one severally according to his respective place, Office or charge, to proceed in the performance and execution of all duties thereunto belonging, as formerly appertained to them and every of them whilst the former Government was in being. Given at Whitehall this 21 of December, in the Year of Our Lord, 1653. Kenmore endeavours to raise men and monies in the South, with whom he resolves to make inroads into the borders of England, and the new Levies are gone into the North, to receive monies, arms and ammunition, which they say was sent from their King. Major Gen. Lambert, Lord Viscount Lisle, General Disborow Maj. Gen. Skippon, Sir Anthony-Ashley Cooper, Mr. Strickland Sir Gilb. Pickering, Sir Charles Woolsley, col. Sydenham, col. Jones, col. Montogue, Mr. Rous, Mr. Major, Mr. Lawrence President. On the 22 instant, His Highness the Lord Protector sat with the Council above named, in the Council chamber at Whitehall, and several things were transacted in order to a quiet and peaceable settlement of the three Nations: After which, his Highness, in a sweet speech, pressed them to act for God, and the peace and good of the Nations; and particularly recommended to them, to consider and relieve the distresses of the poor and oppressed. So that we have great cause abundantly to bless for this new Change of Government. By an Express from the fleet it is certified, That Gen. Monk is at S. Ellin's Road with 30 sail, & has sent out his Scouts, who have brought in several prizes: the Dutch have also taken some English Merchant's Ships; and are very busy about the West of England. On Friday the 12 of December, 1653. Very many persons came an hour and more sooner to the House than was usual, which was the first apprehension that was taken of anything to be done; but by that, something more than ordinary was conceived would be attempted: The Speaker taking the Chair, a Member made his address to him to this effect, That he must disburden himself of some things that had a long time lain upon his heart; That he was now to speak to the (Esse) or being, rather than the (bene esse, or) wellbeing of the Commonwealth, which was ready to sink under us, through the ill management of the power betrusted with us and that for his own part he must resign his power from whence he had it, for seeing clearly that their waitings and expectations or ever coming on to things of public good, were more and more disappointed; and so came to these particular instances: 1 That we had dealt disingenuously with the Army, in moving that the Officers should be treated with to lay down their pay; and when we could not effect that, the Bill of Assessments was endeavoured to be cast out. 2 That we had not a spirit to do justice, which appeared in our Act for confirming the sale of Sir John Stowel's estate, though he were relieved by the Court of Articles. And that however he was as wild as could be imagined (so was his expression) yet he knew not but that man was left to be as a trial upon us whether we could do justice or not. 3 That we had a principle of destroying and pulling down amongst us, though nothing were set up in the stead; and this was especially manifested in our Vote for removing the Chancery, and total alteration of the Laws. 4 That though we called ourselves a Parliament, yet we acted most unlike to it: and that appeared in our endeavours to destroy Propriety, in attempting to take off the power of Patrons to preserve Church-livings. 5 That we would destroy the Ministry itself, which appeared by our Vote upon Saturday last. For these considerations they could no satisfy themselves to sit any longer, and so be guilty of bringing confusion and desolation upon the Nation. But if any would yet be so hardy as to continue there, he would say unto them in the words of the Prophet; Ephraim hath joined himself to Idols, let him alone. This was seconded by two others, who interwove their speeches with some bitter invectives, which was heard with patience (and shall not be here inserted.) After that, another member stood up and declaring himself to speak with much disadvantage, in that he had not as the other, any premeditated thing to say; but he told the Speaker he had in his hand an Expedient in reference to the things comprehended in the Vote on Saturday last, that he hoped would satisfy all; and that the Committee for regulating the Law had ready to be offered the House Bills of very great concernment, to the good and ease of the people, and protested before God, Angels, and men, his dissatisfaction to the thing moved, as being destructive to the Commonwealth. Others standing up to second him, could not be suffered to speak: But some others pressing the former motion, saying withal, it was not now a time to debate. The Speaker being of their judgement (the whole business being before contrived) without putting it to the Question, or adjourning to any other place, left the Chair, and went hastily out of the House with them: some 30 and odd stayed within, who mutually declaring that they had protest in the presence of the Lord, that they were called of God to that place, which was the principal motive that drew them thither; and that they apprehended their said Call was chiefly for promoting the interest of Jesus Christ. Beginning therefore to consider what to do Col. Goff, and Lieu.col. White came in and entreated them earnestly to go out, pressing it often. It was as earnestly replied to them, that at their personal Request they could not; but desired them to withdraw, unless they had command to put them forth: which when they perceived, they commanded in some Musketeers; upon which they withdrew. Thus much in brief. From Holland 'tis certified that the people murmur very much that the Treaty holds so long with England, and fear nothing will come of it. Others there are (though but few) who are good Patriots, and desire an Union with England, as the greatest Interest of their Country, but can do nothing, because over-powered in all their Councils. They are making great preparations against Spring, and 30 new Frigates are now upon the stocks, to be added to the former 30 already built; they say their fleet will consist of above 100 sail, and Tromp is ordered to go into the Straits with 12 Men of War to secure their Traders in those parts. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock arrived at Gothenburg the 15 of Nov. and was nobly entertained by the Citizens; from whence he sent Letters to Court, and waits there for an answer.

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From Tuesday, May 2. to Tuesday, May 9. 1654. Although the Queen of Sweden is said to resign her Crown to her Kinsman Carolus Gustavus Adolphus, yet those who pretend to know much of the State affairs, do much doubt of it, in regard that if she should resign the Sovereign Authority, her Demands are so great for the maintenance of her own Port, that but little would be left during her life, for the maintenance of the Royal Authority in her Successor, and this the Prince Palatine hath complained of, and seems to decline the present Government upon that account, what they will conclude upon, Time will shortly manifest, for the News of the Peace of England, with Holland, is no doubt brought to their ears before this time, which will cause new Councils in almost all the Courts of Christendom. In the next place we will give you the full substance of the Articles concluded betwixt his Highness the Lord Protector, and the States General of the United Provinces. It is agreed that there shall be an inviolable Peace, and a nearer Alliance betwixt the two Commonwealths. 2. That all Hostility shall cease both by Sea, and Land. 3. That all Offences, and Damages sustained since the beginning of the War shall be forgotten, and perfect abolition to be of all things. 4. That all Prisoners of what condition soever shall be discharged. 5. That the two Commonwealths shall remain confederate friends against all whomsoever, who shall endeavour to disturb either State by sea, or Land, or being declared Enemies to the freedoms, and liberties of the people shall shelter themselves under either of the said Governments. 6. That neither of the Commonwealths may make, do, act, deal, or undertake against the other, but shall actually oppose all whomsoever, who shall act, or deal, or undertake anything against either Commonwealths. 7. That neither Commonwealths, nor the people dwelling or residing therein, shall give, or lend any help, counsel, or favour to the Enemies, or Rebels of either, upon pain of Treason. 8. That the two Commonwealths shall assist each other as need shall require by sea and Land, with men and ships, at the charge of the parties who desire the same. 9. That neither of the Commonwealths, or the people thereof shall receive any person or persons, which by their Commonwealths shall be declared Enemies, Rebels, or Fugitives. 10. That in case either Commonwealths by their public Letters shall declare unto the other, that any persons are their Enemies, &c: then upon such notice the Commonwealth where such person or persons resideth, shall warn them to depart within 28. days upon pain of death, and loss of Lands. 11. That no Rebel of the Commonwealth of England shall be received, or suffered to remain in any of the Castles, Cities, Havens, and Cricks, or other places privileged within the Jurisdiction of the United Provinces. 12. That the Commonwealths of England, and the people thereof, and the United Provinces, and the Inhabitants of the same, shall be bound to entreat each other with all love, and friendship. 13. That the ships of the United Provinces meeting in the Narrow Seas any of the English Men of War, shall strike the Flag as in former times. 14. That neither of the Commonwealths shall receive in any of their Harbours, or assist, or refresh any Pirate, or Sea Rovers. 15. That either of the Commonwealths do make a Treaty of Amity with any Republics, Princes or States, they shall comprehend each other, in case they desire it. 16. That if anything shall be done, or committed by any of the People of either party against this Treaty, by Land or Sea, the confederation shall not be broken, but the particular party shall be punished, &c. 17. That the People of this Commonwealth may freely, and with all safety travel through all quarters of the United Provinces to drive their Trade, armed, or unarmed, and the people of the United Provinces shall have the like privilege here. 18. That in case any Merchants' ships of either State by any accidents be driven into any Havens, &c. they may depart at their pleasure without paying Customs, if they break not Bulk. 19. That the Merchants, Skippers, Mariners, &c. of either Commonwealths, their ships, &c. shall not be Arrested, nor seized to serve at War, unless upon inevitable necessity. 20. That the Merchants, and Skippers on both sides, when they go on Land, may carry any weapons of defence, and offence. 21. That the Men of War of both Commonwealths meeting, and holding one course, shall defend, and protect each other. 22. That if any ships be taken by a third party, they shall do their endeavour to recover the same, and restore it at the charges of the owners. 23. That the Searchers, and other Officers shall regulate themselves according to the Laws of either Commonwealth. 24. That in case any injury be done by any people of either Commonwealth contrary to this Treaty, no Letters of Mart shall be granted until Justice have been sought in an ordinary way. 25. That all persons on both sides going to Sea with particular Commissions, shall give security that they shall do no damage to either side. 26. That it shall be lawful for the People on either side to repair to any Port, &c. with Merchants' ships, and Men of War to victual, &c. 27. That Justice be done against such as are living which had a hand in the business of Amboyna. 28. That the King of Denmark pay 14000 l. for seizing some English ships, and Goods, and other injuries, are referred to arbitration. 29. This Obligation being performed, all acts of Hostility between the Commonwealth of England, and the King of Denmark are to cease, and Ambassadors from Denmark are to be admitted with the like honour, as the Ambassadors of other States who are friends with England. 30. That Commissioners to meet of injuries, &c. shall meet in London the 18 of this instant May. 31. That both parties shall firmly keep this Treaty. 32. That such as the States at any time shall make Captain General, &c: shall be bound by Oath to confirm this Treaty. 33. That all this Treaty shall be confirmed by the Lord Protector, and the States General. By the Post from Leith in Scotland thus. We conceive the enemy is drawing to their great Rendezvous in the Highlands, we have lately been grievously plagued with their inroads upon the Lowlands, where they burnt and destroyed all that stood before them near Dumfries, and other places; the reason of these mischiefs, and our loss is want of Intelligence from amongst them, for if we should hang up a hundred of them that we take, we should scarce squeeze ten true words out of them, we hear that Middleton is gotten out of Southerland, wherein Colonel Morgan thought to have entrapped his Horse, or force him to fight until some greater numbers be added to Col: Morgan, and then it's likely the Enemy will play fast and loose, in places of advantage; they expect the Duke of Yorks coming to them, and then all the Country voluntarily to join with him, but 'tis thought the Peace with Holland will cross their expectations; and indeed the Letters from Holland say, that there is News, that Charles Stuart, and the Duke of York are going to the Spaw in expectation to meet the Queen of Sweden, the Lord Ambassador Whitlock will shortly return thence. In Holland there is also News that France, and Spain have had a Treaty for making a League for ten years, but some say it will not take effect. Gen: Pen is gone to Gen: Blake with the Fleet, and hath carried down Instructions from the Lord Protector, and his Council, which are not yet fit to be published. The Portugal Ambassador had late Audience by his Highness the Lord Protector. His Highness hath a foot Guard to his Person, and to carry up meat of 60, they have not Coats with Cullissances after the old fashion, but have grey Cloaks with black velvet Collars, and black velvet, and silver lace, they have 50 l. per annum apiece salary. Lieut Col: Lilburn's Friends have sent to him about a Habeas Corpus, they have yet no Answer returned. OLIVER Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging. Whereas the Commissioners appointed by Us to treat with the Ambassadors Extraordinary of the United Provinces; and the said Ambassadors, by way of Explanation of the third of those Articles of Peace, lately concluded between this Commonwealth, and that of the United Netherlands, and for removing of all questions and differences that may arise thence from Have agreed, and concluded the following Article, viz: That whereas in the third of those Articles of Peace, Union, and Confederation made established and promulgated between the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Lords the States General of the United Provinces, it is agreed, That all Injuries, Charges, and Damages, either party hath sustained by the other since the 18 of May in the year one thousand six hundred fifty two shall be taken away, and forgotten in such manner as that hereafter neither party shall pretend any matter against the other. &c. This Day afforded memorable Intelligence from several places, as that the titular King of the Scots is extremely fallen out with Prince Rupert, for selling the Guns belonging to the great ship called the Swallow, there was in her fifty brass pieces of Ordnance; the titular King of the Scots was seldom seen so much out of his own temper, which it is thought would have declared itself by some effects, had not the certain News of Peace betwixt England, and Holland made them shake hands. Two Frigates who had a long time exercised their Piracy about the Bay of Biscay, having sent their men on shore for fresh meat, had their men entrapped, and two Frigates were taken by the Men of War of Bordeaux. The Commissioners for the Protestants (the setting forth of the English Fleet having alarmed the King of France) have at last received a gracious answer, according to their desires. Letters from France advertise, that there was seen over the City of Paris, a blazing Comet, which shot her threatening Train towards the North; some interpret that it pretends great miseries, and to speak the truth, four hundred of the Malcontents murmuring themselves into a conspiracy, and crying out in the streets. No Mazarin, no Tillier, no Servient, the Provost with a strong Guard came to suppress them, and falling immediately to blows, divers slain, and divers wounded on both sides. The great overthrow given to the Christians by the Turks, is confirmed. It is advertised from Sweden, that the Queen is resigning her Crown, it is said that her Debts grew so high, that she was forced to it. A strange thing it is, her Father having conquered almost all the most famous Cities of the Empire, and got into his hands almost all the wealth of the Empire, that his Daughter should be said to resign her Crown for want of money, I cannot believe it, but do so sling it by as some Malignant aspersion, for what you what? the Letters do affirm, that the Peace with Swedeland is concluded and by this time signed, and that my Lord Ambassador is in his way towards England, with great satisfaction, that he shall bring along with him the Alliance of a Nation so powerful, and considerable as the Swedes. It is advertised from Scotland, that the differences amongst the Grand Commanders of the Highlanders do still continue, and yet for all that, many daily are flocking to them. Those of Loughaber who were about 1200. in number, were all marching homewards again, but some say by the solicitations of the Lord Lorn they returned. As strong as Middleton is, he dares not encounter us, for he no sooner saw Col: Morgan's Forces on the other side the River, but thinking the English Army had wings (as sometimes it was said) that Alexander's had, he immediately retreated towards the Hills, & those places that were supposed to be impossible, some say that he had so harassed Southerland, and Caithness, that he was enforced to look for new Quarters, the Countries being so extremely exhausted, that he could continue there no longer. The Letters affirm that Gen: Middleton was very angry with Glencarn, and the other Commanders for marching into Southerland without his Orders for his directions were, that they should stay in Ross to have secured that great Passado, but our Horse and Foot from the Garrison of Inverness were so terrible unto them, that they durst not obey his Commands. The Hollanders having almost lost all the footing they had in Brazil it is high time to send relief to their friends there; five Men of War are designed for that service, some Galliots are ordered to call in the Freebooters. A Fleet of about 100 sail having with them a considerable Convoy, are gone forth of the Texel, being bound for Spain, Portugal, and the West of France. There is a great ship come from Hamburg laden with all sorts of Linen cloth, and will make amends for that lately taken by the French. Our Frigates have taken seven French Merchants' ships, three whereof are sent into Plymouth. It is advertised from Scotland, that Gen: Monk is at Edinburgh and on his march towards Aberdeen, where if the wind be favourable, there will be more Forces ready to attend him. Middleton being dislodged from Caithness, is now tugging with the Rocks, & Hills, where the miserable happiness of the place defends itself from the necessity of the Soldiers, for the Country is so barren, they can make no waste in it. Glengarry was lately in the Island of Mula. Our Garrison of Ayr have lately snapped some that were going to him. Our Fleet are to be in the Downs on the middle of this week, the formidable strength whereof doth not only Alarm France but the common Enemy of Christendom, the Turks, who finding Peace made with Holland, and Denmark, and that we have no visible Enemies abroad, but a few inconsiderable Scots do begin to fear that in holy Wars our courage will be tried, and draw no swords but what are sanctified. That which this week is most remarkable, is: ☞ The Peace made, and Signed betwixt the Commonwealth of England, and the Crown of Sweden, and the Return of the Lord Ambassador Whitlock. The advance of Gen: Monk from Edinburgh to Aberdeen, and the flight of Gen: Middleton from Caithness, to the Hills and Mountains. Several Scots taken Prisoners by the Garrison of Ayr, and the taking of several Prizes from the French. The dreadful Comet seen over the City of Paris. The bloody Insurrection that followed, and divers slain and wounded on both sides. The great disagreement betwixt the titular K: of Scots, and Prince Rupert. And the formidable English Fleet gone out to Sea and Rendezvous on the Downs, in order to the great Design in hand. A dark grey Nag, with a bald face, one wall eye, three white legs, and about thirteen handfuls and a half high; stolen the 18th day of April 1654. out of a stable at Ogbourne Saint George, near Marlborough in Wiltshire: if any can give notice thereof unto Francis Eglesfield Stationer, at the Marigold in St: Paul's Churchyard, or unto John Hammond Bookseller in Marlborough, they shall receive full content.

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The full particulars of a great and bloody fight near the Hills in Scotland. A List of the names of the prisoners taken, and the number killed and wounded. Also, a Declaration of the Commanders in chief of the Scottish forces for the pardoning of all them that shall comply with them, A Proclamation by his Highness the Lord Protector for the setting apart Tuesday being the 23 instant, for a day of Thanksgiving, for the Peace concluded on between the two Commonwealths. Likewise a Declaration of Gen. Monk with other Letters from the K. of Scots concerning his sending and raising more Men, Arms, and Ammunition to Glencarn, and Kenmore. A Letter came this day to my hands, from Scotland, intimating, that there hath happened an engagement between Gen. Monk and a party of Glencarn's. In which fight we killed and wounded 100 of them, took divers prisoners, and totally routed them. From Dalkeith we are advertised thus, That the Enemy's Forces do not now increase, and I hope they will shortly diminish very much, a great part of them having more mind to come in, than to stay out in Arms. Glencairn is come to Athol with about Two hundred Horse and Foot to assist Montross in his Levies; and now to help a little their dying hopes, they give out that Charles Stuart will be here shortly. I having nothing further at this time, but refer you to the ensuing Declaration; a Copy whereof followeth. The Commonwealth of England having used all means of tenderness and affection towards the people of this Nation, by receiving them (after a chargeable and bloody War) into Union with England, and investing them with all the Liberties and Privileges thereof (purchased at the Expense of so much Blood and Treasure) and by daily protecting them with their Army and Navy, at a great charge of which this Nation undergoeth no more than the equal proportion with England, against their enemies both abroad and at home, whereby all of them might enjoy the fruits and benefits of peace; yet divers lewd persons broken in their Fortunes, and dissolute in their Lives, are run into Rebellion, and being assisted and connived at by their parents, Brethren, Tutors, Masters, and people among whom they live, who secretly conceal them in their houses in the daytime, and in the night suffer them to rob and plunder the Country, whereby the peaceable people of this Nation are many of them ruined, and the rest disturbed, so that they cannot live in peace. And to the end that no Peaceable means might be left unattempted, for the prevention thereof, I, by virtue of the Authority to me given by his Highness and his Council, do declare, That all such persons that are now in Rebellion, (except as such as are excepted in the Acts of grace) who shall within twenty days after the publication hereof, come in, and submit him or themselves to the Governor of the next English Garrison, and give good security for his or their future peaceable living, shall be, and is hereby in his and their persons, freely pardoned for any offence, Spoil or Plunders committed by him or them in this present rebellion, the killing of any person in cold blood only excepted. And I do declare, that if any parents, Brethren, or Tutors, who have assisted & connived at any of their Sons, Brothers, or pupils, now in Rebellion, as aforesaid, shall within twenty days after publication hereof, cause their said Sons, Brothers, or pupils, to render themselves, and give Security as aforesaid; That then the said parents, Brethren, and Tutors, who have so offended, are hereby freely pardoned; but if otherwise, then the said parents, Brethren, and Tutors, who have so offended, shall be imprisoned during the time the said persons do remain in Rebellion. And in regard this present rebellion hath been principally contrived, fomented, and is now obstinately maintained by Major General Middleton, the Earl of Athol, the Earl of Seaforth, Viscount Kenmore, Donald MacDonald Laird of Glengary, and Major General Dayell, I do hereby therefore declare, That what person or persons soever of this Nation, except such as are before excepted, shall kill any of the said principle contrivers, or shall deliver any of them prisoner, to any Governor of any English Garrisons, the said person or persons so killing, or bringing prisoner as aforesaid, shall not only be pardoned for anything he or they have acted in this late Rebellion, also shall receive as a reward of his good service, the sum of Two hundred pounds sterling, for every person so killed or brought prisoner, as aforesaid. Given under my hand at Dalkeith, This 4. day of May 1654. George Monke. From Dalkeith this day we received Intelligence that his highness the Lord Protector was proclaimed at Edinburgh with great acclamation. Twelve sail of our men of War are going from Leith to. Gen. Monke is going towards Sterling tomorrow. Middleton hath sent out several Commanders for Levies Drommond to Lougtay, and Glencairn to secure him 100 horse Col. Murray to Athol: Montrosse to Branar, and others places, but we shall shortly be among them. Col. Morgan hath had hard duties but the Enemy will not come near him, but gives him the Slip among the hills. The Scotch Ministers even in our quarters pray for Charles Stuart, whom it seems they have a hope to see again among them, so besotted they are and mad; two ships from Dunkirk have brought Men Arms, and Ammunition to Middleton, but of all that join with them we hear of few that have estates to subsist on, but the Ring leaders. These Countries here receive great benefit by the lying of the English Fleet continually in the Channel, or in the sight of the French Coasts whereby the French are fain to keep their Army upon their own Territories, to Guard their Coasts, and reinforce their Garrisons and strongholds for fear of some surprisal by the English; so that these parts are all quiet at present, but it is not likely they will continue long so; there is a Rumour that the French Army is under the Command of the Marshall Turenne, is already on their march towards these countries. And because they may be ready likewise to oppose the French. The Arch-Duke hath given order for the speedy marching of the whole Spanish Army to a Rendezvous. In the meantime Franhis Duke of Lorain with his two Sons is going from hence to take upon him the Command of the Lorain Forces, & to conduct them also to the Rendezvous; He hath taken a good sum of Money with him to pay his soldiers, and to have them sworn, that they will be faithful unto him. By Letters from Scotland they write, that General Monk was lately in Sterling, and is now on his advance towards the Highlanders, to whom divers Renegadoes do resort. Their access of new provision for the War doth much encourage them, so that their Levies of late do much increase. Middleton knowing what an Enemy he hath to deal with. he doth manage the War with great dexterity. Some Letters do represent, that he will fight with Col. Morgan before the access are added to him. There was lately a great dispute at the maintaining of a Pass, in which Sir Arthur Forbs was routed, and divers killed and taken. The titular King of Scotland hath sent a Letter to Middleton, in which he exhorteth and conjureth the commanders to an Union in this time of their greatest necessity. From Naples, There hath been lately mustered here 22 Companies, and about 5 Troops of horses, being all of the new Levies, but the Companies and Troops being all very thin, and wanting much of their full number, some small quantity of monies being given to each soldier thereby to make him go more cheerfully in the service. One of the chief of the Banditry whom they call King Siul having with 16 of his men met the Post going to Bari at the Bridge of Lavignano had robbed him of all, and as he was about to strip him, there happened some soldiers of Montefolcoli, who having fought with him, not only made him leave all his prey, but also killed him, one Officer, and took one of his men prisoner, and chased the rest for many miles: They write us from Oranta that there hath been lately in those parts two great Earthquakes, which hat caused much terror among the inhabitants. The discontents in Holland, and what hath been some about it, is only thus. The Princess Dowager, and the Princess Royal, and the rest of the Family of Nassaw, have made an application by paper presented to the States General, bemoaning their condition as sad by the late Articles of peace with England. And some forty women cane weeping and crying out bemoaning the Prince of Orange saying, Ah! poor prince, what hast thou done that thou shouldst be thus used? ah poor child what a sad condition art thou in? and the like expressions; which was not much regarded, and that is all the business. All being quiet and in very good order, and if that Family will live peaceably, they may; The last week was the Fair kept at the Hague, at which time the Trained band (as they use to do every year) went out into the field in their gallantry. An Ordinance is passed by his Highness, with advice of his Council, for the relief of poor Creditors in Scotland. An Ordinance for the Courts that use to be kept in Chester City, to be kept at Northwich during the time of Sickness being in Chester City. An additional Ordinance passed for mending the Highways. There is nothing yet concluded in our Treaty with the French Ambassador, but what may be time will show. The Committee met about the Law, but find it a hard work to alter the old Channel, But it is believed something will be dispatched about a fortnight hence for the Committee at Salter's Hill to act by. General Blake being come to Town from the Fleet, he with the Lord Mayor, and some Lords of the Council dined this day with his Highness the Lord Protector, Genera Pen is with the Fleet in the Downs the Northern Squadron that convey the Coals will shortly be there God willing, the Brest Men are out, and do mischief upon the Western coasts. By Letters from several places we are advertised, that the peace hath been proclaimed with great joy, and the people's affection more and more enlarged to his Highness the Lord Protector; as for instance one Letter from Rarwick, the like whereof hath been from many other places. 1. That they use their utmost endeavour for the propagating of the Catholic Religion. 2. That they celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph as the rest of the Patrons of the Kingdom use to do. 3. That they pay a considerable sum to the Emperor for the maintenance of his Household Officers, Ambassador, Residents and Attendants. 4. That they pay their proportion for maintenance of the Frontier places of Hungaria. 5. That they continue the maintenance of the Imperial forces quartered in that Kingdom, and pay those which his Majesty shall disband. 6. That they suffer not the importation of foreign Salt without paying the usual Customs and Duties. 7. That they neither suffer the importation, nor in any thing the use of the bad Turkish wool. 8. That they incessantly cause the River of Elve to be made navigable as far as this Town. 9. That they perform whatsoever hath been agreed on in former Assemblies touching the other Affairs of the Kingdom. This day we received Intelligence, that the Deputies of the City of Rehims arrived here to assure His Majesty that the Inhabitants are about with a great care, befitting their zeal and fidelity to make all things ready for his Reception, against the Ceremony of his Coronation. The 11 instant the Queen of Sweden having honoured the French Academy, with her picture, it was presented to them at the Chancellor's house in Paris, where they met and received as a precious testimony of that learned and worthy Princess's affection, Mr. Deujat then president of the Academy in Nr. de la Brosse Montmor's absence, who is their Director, having made a rare Speech in commendation of the excellent qualities of the said Queen. By Letter from the Isle of Jersey, we are advertised that the Government of Jersey is near finished. Mr. John Lilburn has received his Habeas Corpus from the Upper Bench, and is to brought thither, where he is to have his trial very suddenly. Some Letters the last week did confirm that he was dead, but since we hear he is living. The last news from Scotland sayeth, That the Royal grow numerous, and that they spake themselves to be above 11000 at the last Rendezvous, being resolved to fight us; which is extremely desired by the merry Redcoats, so that by our next, no doubt but you will hear of action. It is confirmed from Brazil, that the Hollanders are almost totally banished from those parts; and are extremely threatened in other parts.

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To His most Excellent Highness Oliver by the Divine Providence, Lord Protector of the three Nations of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereunto belonging. The Cordial Declaration and humble address of the ancient and renowned City of Gloucester, by the Mayor, Recorder, Aldermen, Sheriffs and Common council thereof, Signed and signified under the Common seal of the said City, at a Common Council there holden. Desert and Praise should always go together as Twins, where the one precedes it is an injury to withhold the sequence of the other; So great hath been the desert of your most Excellent Highness (through the goodness of God) in the eyes of all these Nations for divers years past, that we humbly conceive we should make ourselves a scorn in the ears of Foreigners for our ingratitude, if we should not make our Praises in some measure commensurable to Your vast Achievements. We profess sincerely in what we Declare, and do hope that Adulation will not by any good men be interpreted to lie couchant in our Expressions, for we shall speak the words of Truth and Soberness. To say nothing of the Pagan world, we presume, there is scarce an ear in Christendom, but hath heard of our distractions, and who it is, under God, that hath been the repairer of the Breach amongst us to purchase Freedom and Liberty for us, that at last we might sit every man under his own vine and under his own Fig tree, and none to make us afraid. You have done as Zebulon and Napthali did, jeoparded your precious life unto death for us in the highest places of the field. Your blood was not esteemed dear to You to save a Commonwealth from perishing; We may truly say of Your Honourable Lordship, as good Jacob said of himself, That in the day the drought consumed him and the frost by night, and his sleep departed from his eyes, and all to save his Uncle Laban's cattle, You have been the happy Instrument in the Almighty's hand; You have been our Protector, and (blessed be God) we are not the least handful of the protected (though inferior to Jobs Nobles) yet we can truly say as Job said of them, That when our ears hear of you, we can find in our hearts to bless you, and when our eyes see you, to give witness of you. We do frequently ruminate the Dangers we have been in, and the Deliverances and the Victories which the wonder-working God hath wrought from time to time by You. We can say of our Nations (by Your jeopardies) what Abraham said of the land of Muriah, Jehovah jireth, in the Mount of the Lord, the Lord shall be seen; nay more, he hath been already seen again and again: All that we can do is to sit at Your feet, with due submission and humble acknowledgement, and to lie down before the Throne of Heaven in our prayers for You, that God will follow You with future favour as hitherto he hath done, and to make You as happy in the Protection of these Nations, as he hath made You successful in quelling the Enemies thereof, that Your Government may be established, and Your (and our) Adversaries may rise no more. The desire of our Soul is, that all the Lord's people amongst us, would compose themselves to sit under your wings with gladness of heart, that out fluxable mutations may here stop: That all the Lord's Friends may become Your Friends, that Peace and Righteousness may flourish in these our days, and in our Children's days, and that our last Glories may equal in brightness all former Splendances whatsoever. We dare not suffer ourselves to doubt, but as the Interest of Jesus Christ and his People hath been and is dear unto You, so all good men shall ever receive encouragement from you. And as for Civil considerations, we are persuaded that Cities and other places shall so far partake of Your Clemency, and Bounty in their ancient Privileges to them, according to their several demerits, as will give them cause, not only not to complain, but greatly rejoice in You. For our own particular, as we are loath to be uncivilly importune in an eager or unseasonable pressing of Your most Excellent Highness, for the Confirmation of the Liberties and Privileges of this ancient Corporation of the Liberties and Privileges of this ancient Corporation, so we are willing to possess ourselves in an humble hope that Your indulgence towards us (in that respect) will not be extenuated or fall short of what hath been showed unto us through many Generations, but rather will be graciously augmented as opportunities may give way, it being a City always reputed famous for the profession of the true Religion, constantly affected (through all changes in these late years of troubles) to the public Interest, and sincerely rejoicing in the Divine Providence, ordering and casting the Government of this Commonwealth into the hand of a person so pious, prudent, and prosperous as Your most Excellent Highness is, And this is all which (for the present) Your most faithful and humble Servants thought meet to Declare and prostrate with this further addition and Protestation; That as none hath been more ready in affection to own (as well as to Proclaim) Your most Excellent Highness in Your present Government, so none shall ever take up firmer Resolution to stand fast unto You, than we (Your most obliged Servants) shall, and (by God's assistance) ever will. This Declaration was presented to His Highness by these persons following, authorised thereunto under the Hand and Seal of the City of Gloucester. Will. Lenthal Esq.; Mr. of the Rolls, and Recorder of the City of Gloucester. John Dorney Esq.; Town Clerk. Tho. Pury Esq.; the younger. Captain Godfry Ellis Captain Philips. Mr. John Matthews Mr. Robert Wakeman. Grocers Hall By direction of His Highness, the Lord Protector, we desire the several Ministers or Churchwardens of each Parish Church and Chapel within London, the Liberties thereof, and the late Line of Communication, to appoint some meet persons to give notice in their several Congregations upon the nest Lord's day being the 12. day of this instant March: That all Adventurers of Rebel's Lands in Ireland, are requested to meet at Grocers-hall upon Monday next, being the thirteenth of this instant March, at two of the clock in the afternoon, to receive an Account of the proceedings of their Committee since the late General meeting. Signed by Command of the Committee of Adventurers. Rich. Deacon Clerk attending the Committee. There hath been, and still is so great abuse in Farthing-Tokens, those that they are made for, making about 20 s. for about 11 s. and men's names used, besides the gain of the Maker, much more; that the Council have under consideration to have new Farthing-Tokens allowed to be made by one that will make them of intrinsic value; So that all the Farthings that now are will then be worth no more than old mettle, and new ones go that there will never be loss in. This day His Highness received several Petitions, and passed divers Orders, for relief of divers poor people that made Addresses to His Highness. This day General Desborow and the Commissioners of the Admiralty returned home from Chattam, and came to Whitehall, the English Fleet being ready, and Soldiers by the Seaside ready to go on board if need be. The Marshal of Hocquincourt having the last Campania commanded in Catalonia and being arrived here a fortnight ago is departed in haste without so much as taking his leave of His Majesty, nor of the Cardinal, the night between the 22 and the 23 instant to go to his Government of Perone, which sudden departure hath given occasion to several Rumours. It is reported that the Prince of Conti did the last Sunday marry with the Lady Martinezzi Niece of the Cardinal Mazarini, and that the next morning he hath been presented with a gift of a million of Livres. That he shall go into Catalonia and reside there as Viceroy. There is a likeliness of a marriage between the King, and the Daughter of the Duke of Madena. Monsieur Servient, Ambassador from France to this Court, fearing that the French Forces which have been countermanded from Pignerol should disband and be totally ruinated, seeing they could neither get money nor Free quarters, whereby they might subsist this Winter, is lately gone from hence towards them to endeavour to keep them together with fair promises, and a little money which he hath carried with him till they can receive fuller order from the Court of France, the which he hath effected, and at last hath received Order, by which the Marshall of Grancy is commanded to go back over the Mountains with all his Horse, and to keep his Foot in the Valleys above Pignerol which the French do pretend to be in their Dominions, except the Duchess of Savoy doth give her consent for putting them into some Garrisons, which is not likely to be. It is confirmed from Rome that the Cardinal Pamphilio is deprived of all his Revenues, and that two places were made ready in the Castle of Engelsburg to keep him prisoner, and that his Secretary and Steward are fled into Naples, the same Cardinal having kept correspondence with Spain. As also that the Pope is at last resolved to give Audience to the Ambassador of Portugal. We hear that the Forces of the Duke of Loraine are agreed with the Archduke Leopoldus, and shall quarter about Dalen, and that there are more of the said Duke's Officers and Gentlemen arrested, himself being strictly kept. The Eastland Fleet which hath kept all this Winter in the Sound to the number of 140 to 150 sails, is at last (God be thanked) safely arrived in the Fly, the last Sunday, having only lost a ship, sunk by the way by springing a leak, the men whereof have been saved. The Treaty between the Count of Harcourt and the Marshall de la Ferte concerning the Brisack is yet stopped, the said Count having arrested in that Town, the Earl of Brimmon upon the news of the Duke of Loraine being kept prisoner, the said Marshall having quartered his Forces in Elsatia, it seems both parties will fall into hostility, one against another, thereupon the Count of Harcourt hath sent an Officer to the Court of France to justify his proceedings. Monsieur Bass is gone from hence the third instant for England with a Commission for Monsieur de Bordeaux to be Ambassador, to whom he is adjunct as Commissioner. In the meantime the King of Scots hath received warning that it is not found convenient he should stay longer in France, seeing a French Ambassador is to acknowledge the Protector of England and treat with him, and that the King will provide for his Pension in some other Country. The Cardinal Mazarine hath now obtained that his Letters of naturalisation should be registered in Parliament. Our Chancellor was yesterday in the said Parliament requiring them in the King's name, seeing his Majesty could not come there in person, that they should proceed in the Process of the Prince of Conde, whereupon the Attorney General desired them, that whereas nobody had appeared for the said Prince at Perone, according to his summon, they should examine the Witnesses against him, which was granted, and they shall proceed in that cause, as if the King was present himself. The Marshal de la Melleray is come hither to conclude the Marriage of his Son with Mis. Manciny the Cardinal's Niece. The Prince of Conti shall command in Catalonia, the Dukes of Madena and Candale in Italy. The Marshal of Turenne in Picardy and Flanders, and the Marshal de la Ferte Seneterre in Champagne: It is said that the King shall after Easter go to be Anointed and Sacred. The Prince of Conde is arrived here from Namur, and being come through the Park to this Palace, was met and received by his Highness the Archduke with all mounted expressions of cheerfulness and love; and the said Prince being afterwards gone to the Lodgings prepared for him; where he hath been attended and feasted according to his quality and degree, his Highness went and visited him there on Sunday in the afternoon, both Princes using reciprocally all manner of demonstrations of affection and good intelligence. The Lorainers do quarter now between Thienen and S, Trudens, having left the Country of Liege and Hesbay after they have plundered and burned many places, amongst which is the house of the Earl of Swaisemburg. The French under the command of the Marq; of Faber have also re-passed over the Maiz, having published that if any of the Lorainers would take service under him, every Horse should have 10 pistols, and every foot six crowns. Some Addresses were this day made to congratulate His Highness, from some Parts in England. Upsal. January 20, 1653. The Treaty here by his Excellency the Lord Commissioner Whitlock, with the Queen of Sweden goes on very hopefully; The Government of England established under the Lord Protector, hath purchased high reputation with this Court and Country. The main thing that put an Halt to the business was (at first) the unsettlement of the Affairs of England, Ireland, and Scotland, which the Queen of Sweden, and the Lord Chancellor did several times insist upon, and proposed to my Lord Ambassador, to declare what visible security there was of some fixed settlement, to be established in England, to satisfy this Crown; that by the conclusion of such an Union as is desired, the Crown of Sweden may enjoy a constant Friend equivalent to those enemies, which by all probability this desired Confederacy would raise from other Nations against her Majesty. And they did much inquire, whether General Cromwell in particular did own this Embassy sent from England. Whilst these things were in dispute, came Letters in opportune season, which cleared these things to their great satisfaction, of the Government settled under His Highness, OLIVER CROMWELL, Lord Protector. The first news of it came to her Majesty in Letters that were sent to her from England; because they were first delivered, who was so glad of the News that (without delay) she sent the Lord Viscount Toet (who is the chief Gentleman of her Majesty's Chamber, and Captain of her Life-guard) to advertise my Lord Ambassador of the news, which was welcome both to them and to us. And not long after, Letters came to his Excellency and to several of us, of the particulars of the business, and new Credentials from the new made Lord protector, which so soon as his Excellency received, he forthwith made his address to her Majesty; receiving present Audience, presented the to her, by whom they were received with much readiness and grace: much rejoicing at the same. The Queen said, she liked the business better than before; and that the Honour and Trust conferred upon His Highness, was well merited by him, and that she would send Letters to congratulate him in his new Government. There were some discourses about punctilios of honour, as to subscriptions of names, and such like things, which was quickly over. Then her Majesty acquainted my Lord Ambassador, that she was to go a short Journey, to visit the Queen Mother at her Court, at Nucupen, (which is about 14 Swede's miles off, that is above 60 English miles) only to show her respects to her honoured Mother. And that my Lord Ambassador should have no cause to suspect that her Journey was a pretence to delay the business, she referred it to the Chancellor in her absence, to confer with him about the particulars; and some secret testimonies of real affection from her Majesty were asserted, which is fit for the present to be concealed. On the Lord's day (early in the morning) the Queen began her Journey in a Sledge drawn with four Horses, and the Horses were changed every four miles, that is near as much as 20 English miles, which is a swift and convenient way of travelling here whilst the Snow continues, and that Night her Majesty arrived at her Journey's end, and returned hither early yesterday morning. On Tuesday the 17 instant, The Lord Chancellor in prosecution of his instructions from the Queen of Sweden attended my Lord Ambassador Whitlock: There have been some advantages to the English, by treating with him, and some disadvantages: The advantages are his own natural well-wishes to the English Commonwealth, his visible sense of the Queen's affections to it, and his remembrance of the late King of England's scornful usage of his Son, which makes him no Friend at all to the Stuart's Family; And his disaffection to the French Nation. And the disadvantages are his weakness by Age, his scrupulous nature to raise unnecessary doubts, which causeth delay even to in matters he relisheth, and his experience in State matters, which makes him wary, (and so much time is taken up in consideration) that little may be left to hazard; but her Majesty being now returned, doth cheerfully quicken him in the work. Upsal Jan. 20. The Treaty goes on here hopefully, the Queen though able to speak Latin, treateth in French or high Dutch more becoming the Court, but the Lord Chancellor, useth the common learned tongue of Latin, accounting it to be the language of a Statesman. The first day of the Treaty, after the Lord Ambassador's last Letters and new Commission, These two things the Lord Chancellor desired satisfaction in. First, touching the Letters of Credence, what satisfaction would be given that the Lord Protector would ratify what should be agreed unto. Secondly, by what Authority His Highness was made Lord Protector. Touching which, my Lord Ambassador gave his Lordship such full answers, that at his departure he confessed ample satisfaction to both. The next day they went over all the Articles: the first debate was then about the War defensive and Offensive, because England is now in actual War, and Sweden in a general Peace. To which my Lord Ambassador answered, that the present actual Wars of England might soon be ended by Victory or Treaty: then the interest of Sweden's having some War on Foot could be laid down: That then Affairs in Russia, Poland, Germany, and Denmark, &c. were not so firmly composed, but that a short time might necessitate them to a War somewhere. It was offered to the Crown of Sweden, to judge, whether the reputation of so potent an Ally as England, (at present so strong by Sea and Land) would not more advantage them either to keep off a war or enable to undertake when necessary, as the alliance of Sweden could advantage England at present, who alone had by the blessing of God, carried so many signal victories. And after some further Conference, the Lord Chancellor, after much scanning of all particulars, concluded with much contentment, desiring excuse for his strict inquiry into particulars, which was but his duty he owed to his Trust, from her Majesty. The way of this Crown is by private Conference, not obligatory to either party to prepare for overtures in writing, but plain down right treating and coming to the business. The Lord Chancellor at his departure professed his readiness to further the Proposals. Upsal. Jan. 2. the Queen hath been with the Queen Mother and is returned, and things go on well in the Treaty, which hath been carried on by the Chancellor in her absence: The Queen hath summoned her Rix diat (or counsel) to appear here against the later end of this month, and ordered all her Magazines to be fully furnished, which signifies her intent to war this Summer, having in readiness for expedition 29000 Horse and Foot, of standing Militia, to be ready in 3 weeks warning, besides 10000 in Pomerania. The Swedish Commanders must have War, being not content to live upon their small Pay in Peace, and their Soldiers also must not lose their discipline; and they must either be engaged with England somewhere, or else fall upon Russia, which the Emperor there fearing hath sent an Envoy hither with Letters to endeavour to prevent, that he may the more freely fall upon Poland. Leith 4 March, 1653. Major General Middleton is landed at the Ferry of Uney in Southerland in a Scotch Hoy from the Hague about twelve o'clock at night, and another vessel at Strathe Nemer, in both 150 Ton of powder and 500 Arms as is given out, and with him are Sir George Munroe, the Lord Napier, Alderman Tho. Dyel, Lodowick Drumland, and above 100 more, most Officers. They sent about forty of their men to Achness with eight horse-load of Arms, with the rest they are gone towards Strathefleet, towards Assigne; but part of this: they intend a Rendezvous with Glencairn in Murray, and to press all the Countries to rise. The Treaty goes on hopefully. The Lord Lisle, Major Gen. Lambert, Sir Gilbert Pickering, Mr. Lawrence, Col. Montague, and Mr. Strickland are the Commissioners for the Lord Protector, that treat with the Lords Ambassadors from the States General of the United Provinces of Holland, &c. This day the Lords Ambassadors of Holland &c. were removing from Sir Abraham Williams's to Sir John Trever's in Channel Row near the Palace-Yard at Westminster, which they have taken to reside in; and this day before they went away, the Lord Ambassador of Portugal gave them a visit, with both his rich Coaches and Attendants. Monsieur Van Dalen formerly Steward of the States Ambassadors at Munster, and now of those in England is going from hence thither, with their Excellencies Coaches, and silver Plates and other Necessaries. The same is since arrived here. Two days ago is come in by Catwick an English Ketch wherein nobody was found, only some footsteps were seen upon the shore, and some men are come in the night to the who are not known what they are. It is supposed some that upon the discovery of the Plot against the Lord Protector are fled away from England. On the Lord's day Febru. 19. 1653. Capt. Mason being at Dumfries, had intelligence that the enemy was at a place called the Lanker, about 16 miles from Dumfries, upon which he forthwith marched with 80 of his Troop, whose approach the Enemy discovering left the Town, betaking them to the Hills; Capt. Mason in pursuit took a Cornet and two more, the rest, (their horses being fresh, and his almost weary with the march escaped) Capt. Mason quartered in the Town that night, and about four in the morning Capt. Palmer came there with his party, having also had intelligence of the Enemy's being there, and knowing nothing what was done, took Cap. Mason's Troop to be the Enemy, and a Scotchman one of the Dragoon's Scouts, being violently charged by Capt. Palmer's men, who he thought to be the Enemy, declared the spirit of a Scotchman by saying that he was for the King, to save his life, by which means he lost it. The whole party then endeavouring to enter the Town, but the Guard repulsed them, upon which Capt. Palmer drew out a party of 20 to fire the Guardhouse, by which time Capt. Mason had got 30 or 40 of his horse together, and with them beat out Capt. Palmer's party, which they took to be the Enemy, they pursued in the evening, but at the Town's-end Cap. Palmer met them with the whole party, and fell upon them, both sides still judging each other to be the Enemy, in which unhappy Engagement six were slain of both parties and eight wounded, of which number Captain Palmer is one hurt. This day Major Bourn, and divers others were robbed at Shooters-hill, and bound in a wood, some in a Coach fought, but the Thieves slew one of the Gentlemen. Another Gentleman of them came to be dressed at Mr. Mollin's in Shoe-lane, where one of the Thieves came to be dressed, but hearing he was dressing one hurt at Shooters-hill, run away without his Cloak, which he had put off in expectation to be dressed. My Cousin, As soon as I had intelligence of the hostile usage of your Countries by some Neighbours of mine, I did present my present help to free your Subjects from that Pressure which they felt: Had not the particular respect that I bear to your Neighbourship forced me to this, yet my sincerity of assisting you in order to the Treaties of peace at Munster makes me not to neglect it, by reason that the Princes and States of the whole Empire ought to have the security of that Peace granted by the former Treaty. Therefore I have sent you a release out of my Army commanded by the Marquis of Faber to assist you against the hostile proceedings of the Troops of the Duke of Loraine and the Prince of Conde, in the Land of Liege. And I have Ordered him to keep his Army in good Discipline, having no other end, but only for the perfecting of the Treaty of Peace, and by my force to free the Princes of the Empire from all violence, So Cousin, I commend you to the Protection of the Almighty. Paris 18. Janu. 1653. LOUIS. My Lord, By the Copy of the Letter which my Master sent to the Emperor, your Highness will see what command I have received from his Majesty to march into the land of Liege, which is only to free them from the violence that is offered to them by the Troops of the Prince of Conde, and the Duke of Lorain to the prejudice of the Treaty at Munster. So that there is no doubt to be made but that the intent of his Majesty is to secure the conditions of that Treaty, and to free the Subjects of your Highness from those unjust oppressions which they have suffered. So that his Majesty sends these forces as release for their conservation, to keep them from utter ruin. And in case there be such opposition. I am to use means to open the way by force, to make the Enemy leave the Country. My Master hath no other intention but only to expel them, and then for the Forces to return. This is all that I can assure your Highness from my Master and that I am Your Highness most obedient, most humble Servant. FABERT. Sedan 11 Febru. 1653. The King of France's Letter is to advertise him of his readiness to assist the Princes of the Empire in the enjoyment of the conditions of the peace at Munster. To all High Officers, Commanders, Masters of the Camps, Colonels and Soldiers, bearing Arms under the Colours of the Lord Duke, Charles of Lorain, Salute. Be it known, that having this day taken into safe Custody, for some time, the Person of the foresaid Duke of Lorain, according to the Order and Command received for that effect, from our Lord the King, for the own welfare of the House of Lorain, and other high considerations, relating to the welfare of the State, and the public Peace. His Majesty's intent and ours is, that the body of his Army should remain under the command of the Earl of Ligneville, in the same Service as it now is, till the Lord Duke Francis of Lorain, shall repair here as it is like he will within few days, to be invested of the command of the said Army, for the preservation of the Rights of the said Lord Duke, and of the House of Lorain under the protection of his Majesty, declaring that none of that Army, nor any Officers of Soldiers of the same shall be liable to any questioning under what Pretence soever, for the excesses that they may have committed under the Government of the aforesaid Lord Duke, as also we do by this Present, forbid them to take service, under any Potentate, or neighbour State, whether Friends or Foes, under penalty of Corporal Punishment and loss of Estates, of the Vassals, and natural Subjects of his Majesty, and of those that have formerly enrolled and lifted themselves, and for all other Strangers upon pain of being punished as Runaways; with provision nevertheless that those that have formerly been lifted, and taken in the Service of his Majesty, and are gone away from their Colours without leave; shall have liberty to return to the same, without fear of being questioned for it; referring ourselves moreover to what the Earl of Fuensaldagne Governor General of his Majesty's, shall further express or signify to them, concerning the advantages they shall receive in so doing. Given at Brussels, the 25 of February. 1654, From the Sea came Letters of good success of our ships in several parts, Capt. Heaton of the Sapphire hath sent in nine ships to Plymouth, belonging as is supposed to Brittany in France, but pretend to be Hamburgers, they came from Bordeaux. Nine small ships taken upon the Coasts of Scotland, by several English men of war, some with Wines, some with Salt, and the rest with ordinary Merchandises only, they came from Bordeaux. Two Merchants ships that were coming from Ipswich toward London, were taken by a Dutchman of War, they clapped the English of both under the Deck of one of them, on Saturday the fourth of March; and then left them, sending them homewards; but the next day the English at a seasonable time lifted up the decks, relieved themselves, took the Dutch and clapped them under the deck where they were, and brought away both their ships to the Downs, which are now safe in the River, our men all well and theirs prisoners. Three ships taken by the None-such, and other Frigates in the Narrow, between Dover and Calais, two of 16 Guns apiece, and ballast, and the other laden with Beans. Divers Dutch men of war, near our Coast, have put ten or 12 great and small ships ashore between Flamborough and Scarborough, Capt. Wilkins hath taken one Caper with five Guns and 53 men, and brought her to Newcastle, and was near taking another. Three ships retaken from Cap. Beech the great Pirate, by the Sapphire Frigate. Dalkeith 9 March. Since Middleton's landing, the Enemy go on to their Rendezvous, which will be about Strathspey the 10 or 11 instant; they give out (to encourage the Country) that Middleton hath 3500 foot, and 500 horse, but the people know the contrary. There was besides Cap. Johnson (who was killed before Blair Castle) one Cap. Scot shot in the back, not likely to recover, and Lieut. Erwine's horse killed under him. The enemy do rather diminish, than increase; very many through dislike, either of their Quarters or Service, do run from them. An order is issued forth, if any go down to the Lowlands, without a party, they are to be brought back, and suffer for it. The Lowlands men would fain be at home, the Highlanders are so barbarous towards them, that if they catch Lowland men apart from the post, they presently Athol and Forbs are yet in Glealyon, but they are forced to remove every night. A party of horse from St. Johnstons, on Tuesday last, took a Sergeant, and another of his men. The main body of their forces, is yet in Badgenoth; Middleton is gone towards the Lord Reay's Bounds. The unhappy disaster of the two Troops, you have the particulars of before. This day the Commissioners from the Lord Protector, went from His Highness in two Coaches with the Secretary of State, and the Clerk of the Council, and their attendants to the Dutch Ambassadors, at Sir Abraham Williams's; from whence they are not removed to Sir John Trever's: They were met at the Gate by the Lord Ambassadors, where the Lord Beverling made a Speech to them, and they received them with great respect and love on both sides. Being come into the House and into a Chamber appointed for their Conference; they spent much time in order to the finishing of the Peace. The business this day, was, To confer their Papers of the Agreement; for though they have agreed, yet it is engrossed by each side, and this day they compared their Papers; which when both compared together, do in all particulars agree; then they are to sign on both side. And what they sign, the Dutch Ambassadors do in the name of the States General. But to confirm it the more, it is to be sent to the States General, who are also to give their assent after the Ratification, and then they deliver the Articles on both sides; which it is hoped will be done in about three weeks time. The two Ordinances touching Ministers, and touching the Law, is before a Committee, whereof Justice Hayle is in the Chair. What the particulars will be, is not certain until they be finished. It is uncertain also what will be done about Farthing Tokens. Letters are come from Capt. Potter, Commander of the Constant Warwick, that he hath with the loss of three men, after seven hours fight, taken Cap. Beach, Charles Stuart's chief Pirate at Brest, with 200 prisoners more, whereof 8 Captains, 38 Guns, and 4 more dismounted, and killed 20 of his men more off Ushant. Some others are to be tried for their lives; they are sent to Plymouth. The Merchants are exceeding joyful of this news. The perfect Pharisee, under Monkish Holiness, opposing the Fundamental Principles of the Gospel, and Scripture Practices, in a Generation of men called Quakers, or a Preservative against their gross Blasphemies and horrid Delusions published by the Ministers of Newcastle. The false Jew, Being a true Relation of one Thomas Ramsey who came from Rome and was baptised at London and afterward Re-baptised at Hexham by Mr. Tillam, but found out at Newcastle to be a cheat. Both sold by Rich. Tomlin's at the Sun and Bible at Pie Corner. A Plea for Anti-pdobaptists, against the vanity and falsehood of Scribbled Papers, Entitled, The Anabaptists Anatomised and silenced in a public Dispute at Abergaveny in Monmouthshire Sept. 5. 1653, betwixt John Tombes, John Cragg, and Hen. Vaughan, touching Infant-Baptism. by Jo. Tombes, B.D. Sold by Hen. Hills, at Sir John Old-Castle's in Pie-corner. An Exposition on the whole Book of Canticles, wherein the Text is explained, and useful Observations raised thereupon; Sold by G. & H. Eversden at the Greyhound in Paul's Churchyard. A week since a grey Mastiff-Dog was lost about Charing Cross, his Ears whole, his Tail cut, a little white on all four feet, lately bit upon the Nose, He that shall bring him to Mr. Clergis' Apothecary's house near Charing Cross, shall have 20 s. and for certain notice where he is 5 s.

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A Declaration of the English Nobility touching his Highness the Lord Protector, and the present Government of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereunto belonging. The Rendezvous of Gen. Middleton near Aberdeen in Scotland, and the number of Ordnance, Arms, and Ammunition, brought into the field, with the taking of Skelbe Castle, and the fortifying of it by Major Gen. Dyler. The Demands of his Highness the Lord Protector to the King of France, and the Ordinance for continuing of the Excise, with the Names of the Commissioners and Governors constituted and appointed for the great Excise and new Impost. London, Printed for G. Horton, to prevent all false Copies. The first thing that our Post presents you with this Week, is the summons of Ge. Middleton to the Gentry in the North, inciting then to come in, and engage as one man for their King and country, & to yield obedience no longer to the English, but to speak truth, this is very dishonourable, and many are averse to their present factions; yet notwithstanding, they have rendezvoused near Aberdeen, having two pieces of cannon, ten thousand Arms and hundred barrels of Gun powder, col. Morgan is preparing to impede their further march. This day Major Bourn and others were robbed at Shooter's Hill, an injury not to be born with: many that had been before robbed were bound, and laid by in a Wood near adjoining: the same Thieves assaulted a Coach coming from Canterbury wherein was one Gentleman, and two Ladies, with a Gentleman on horseback appertaining to the Coach, who with undaunted valour charging them, which were 5 in number, was in the Conflict slain, though assisted by him in the Coach, who received a shot, and fought with such gallantry, that he wounded one of the Thieves. Notwithstanding whose valour, the Coach at last was robbed of 30 l. but the Thieves, through haste and fear, did over-see 50 l. which was in a Portmanteau. The Country was raised, and Col. Bloant made Hue-and Cry after them but to no effect. The Gentleman slain in the Combat was buried at Greenwich, and, as it is credibly reported, the Thief that was wounded coming to Mr. Moloine's, a Surgeon in Shoe-lane, to be dressed; and having laid down his Cloak, being desired to stay till a Gentleman wounded at Shooter's hill was dressed, loath to tempt his Destiny, made use of his heels, but not his Cloak; and being pursued with full cry, was (as 'tis rumoured) taken in Cheapside, and is like to make his Will at Tyburn. The treaty between the Dutch Ambassadors, and our Commissioners, had some furtherance this day. From on board the Taunton Frigate the 17 of March then at Portsmouth; and by a Letter of a later date, thus: This day we came from Sea; but know not how soon we shall out again to meet with the Armada of Holland: their number, as we have received intelligence, consists of one hundred and forty men of War. From Upsal in Sweden Jan. 20. thus: The treaty goes on between the Lord Ambassador Whitlock and her Majesty by her grand Chancellor, who treats only in the Latin Tongue. Then who but blind men would put out England's Eyes, the Universities like the Fox in the Fable, condemning the Grapes they cannot reach. It was a saying of Scipio, that excellent Commanders, Statesmen, and Philosophers, that he loved not a City, stantibus manibus, ruentibus moribus. Let those Sons of Ignorance interpret the former by this saying of Seneto. O! Vtinam vertulis adversarii, non alia ratione punerant ut, quod virtulem videant, . The two Ordinances touching Ministers, and touching the law is before a Committee, whereof Justice Hales in the Chair. This day the Commissioners from the Lord Protector went from his Highness in two Coaches, with the Secretary of State, and the Clerk of the Council, and their attendants to the Dutch Ambassadors, at Sir Abraham Williams'; from whence they are not yet removed to Sir John Trever's: they were met at the gate by the Lords Ambassadors, where the Lord Beverling made a speech to them and they received them with great respect and love on both sides. Being come into the House and into a chamber appointed for their Conference; they spent much time in order to the finishing of the peace. The business this day, was to confer their Papers of the agreement, for though they have agreed, yet it is engrossed by each side, and on Wednesday last they compared their papers; which when both compared together, do in all particulars agree; then they are to sign on both sides. And what they sign, the Dutch Ambassadors do in the name of the States General. But to confirm it the more, it is to be sent to the States, who are also to give their assent after the Ratification, and then they deliver the Articles on both sides, which its conceived will be done within the space of three weeks. This Certificate I have here inserted at the desire of Mr. Edmund Felton, and ancient, experienced, and approved Engineer. Whereas Edmund Felton Gent. hath of late discovered unto the Committee of Fortification of the City of London, how an Engine of his Invention will secure the foot from the horse, and the soldiers from musket shot; one Engine to supply the room of 24 Pike men, or more, which said Engine two men may manage at pleasure: for the seeing of which we appointed some of the said Committee to see and try the said Engine, which hath hanging Brest-works, and was shot at about 40 paces distant, the musketeers ramming in powder and bullet, yet could not the shot pierce through the said Breast-work, which we who were appointed did see, and so reported to the rest of the Committee; And being requested by the said Ed.Felton so to certify under our hands of the truth of what we saw and reported of, we have done accordingly. Witness our Hands the 14 of March, 1653. Vera Copia Ex. Rich. Bateman, Tho. Nowel, Christopher Pack, James Story, P. Miles The Lord Protector and his Council have set forth an Ordinance for the continuing of Excise; and the Rates for every Barrel of Beer of Ale above 6 s. the barrel brewed by the common Brewer, or by any other person or persons who shall sell or tap out Beer or Ale publicly or privately, to be paid by the said Brewer or such other person or persons respectively is 2 s. For every Barrel of six shilling Beer or Ale, or above 4 shilling the Barrel 6d. And so proportionally for a greater of lesser quantity of Beer or Ale above 4s. the Barrel And no allowance to be made from henceforth for any Beer or Ale to be used in Fishing Vessels at sea, which is bought of the common Brewer or Retailer of Beer or Ale. Alum English the hundred weight, containing 112 pounds, to be paid by the maker 6d. Coperas English, the hundred weight 6d. English Hops, the hundred weight, to be paid by the Planter 2s. English Saffron, for every 20 s. value, to be paid by the Planter 1 s. Tin, for every 20 s. value, to be paid by the buyer 1 s. Iron English, for every hundred weight, to be paid by the maker 1 sh. 6 d. For all Aquavitae or strong water made or distilled within the Commonwealth whether of foreign or domestic Spirits or materials to be sold upon every gallon, to be paid by the first maker or Seller thereof respectively two pence. For every barrel of Soap made within this Commonwealth of what sort soever, to be paid by the maker, and so proportionally for hard Soap or soft Soap made within the Land 4 s. For every Ounce Troy of silver or gold prepared, melted down, or disgrossed for Wire, to be paid at the bar where the same shall be disgrossed 2 d. For every pound weight containing sixteen Ounces Averdupois, of any copper or other metal, that shall be prepared, and made fit or disgrossed, to be paid at the bar where the same shall be disgrossed one shilling. For all Linseed Oil, Blubber Oil, Rape oil, Pilchard oil, and all other oils made within this Commonwealth, upon every Tun to be paid by the maker six s. per Tun, &c. For every Fother of Lead, containing 2000 weight, at 112 pounds to the hundred, to be paid by the maker or smelter 6s. 8d. For all Salt, made, or to be made within England, Wales, or the Town of Berwick, which is or shall be shipped or conveyed by water, to be paid by the first buyer of such Salt at the place of landing or unlading thereof, upon every Gallon a half penny. For all other salt, not shipped, or conveyed, to be paid by the first buyer upon delivering, every Gallon a half penny. For all Cider and Perry, each Hogshead 2s. 6d. and so for a greater and less measure proportionally. For all Metheglin or Mead, and such like Drinks sold out by retail, to be paid by the Retailer on every Gallon, and so pro rata, one penny. For all Starch, upon every 20 s. value, to be paid by the first maker one s. For all sorts of Glass or glasses, upon every 20 s. value, to be paid by the maker one shilling. For every pound of Tobacco not of the English Plantation as well already imported and remaining in the hands of the Merchant or Importer, as to be imported to be paid by the first buyer one s. For every pound of Tobacco of the English Plantation, as well imported and remaining in the hands of the Importer as to be imported, to be paid by the first buyer 3 d. For every tun of Wine already imported or to be imported, to be paid by the first buyer 6l. For every tun of Wine Vinegar 2l. For all kind of Spirits, each Gallon 4d. For all strong Waters, each Gallon 1s. For all Beer or Ale imported by sea, or brought in by land into England, Wales, or town of Berwick, for every Barrel to be paid by the Importer 5s. For all Peppers, Sugars, white and brown Muscavadoes, Candy white and brown, and all other grocer and mercery wares, wrought silks, sticks in gum, Linens fine and course, Upholstery, Haberdashery, Paper, skins, and Leather, upon every 20 s. value to be paid by the first buyer one s. For all manner of drugs, according as they are distinguished by the book of Rates for the custom, upon every 20 s. value, to be paid by first buyer 20s. For every hundred weight of foreign soap 5s. For all foreign Hops, the hundred weight 5s. For all hemp, flax, tow, tar, Rozen, pitch, wax, tallow, cable yarn, and all manner of cordage, upon every 20s. to be paid 6d. For all sorts of glasses and earthen ware, upon every 20s. to be paid 2s. For all raw silk, upon every 20s. to be paid 6p. For all foreign salt, each gallon three half pence. For all bonelace imported for every 20s. in value, 3s. For all dyed silk imported for every 20s. value 5s. For all silk Lace, every 20s. value 3. And all other goods and merchandises imported, or to be imported, upon which no values are set, either in the said book of Rates for Customs, not in these present Rates for Excise, upon every 20s. value, to be paid by the first buyer one shilling. This day his Highness the Lord Protector took up his Lodgings at Whitehall, and thereby hath made it a Court, for Princes' presences make Courts, and not the Princes. See! What a Prophetic Spirit Auluem had, that he began to write on this very week, wherein his Highness vouchsafed to honour Whitehall. The Highlanders increase in Scotland, and Gen. Middleton begins to play Rex again: they has a Rendezvous upon the 11 instant, and are now marching towards the Lord Reaff's Bounds. There hath lately happened a great disaster between Cap. Palmer's troop and Cap. Mason's, the manner thus: Cap. Palmer having pursued the enemy, at last met with a party of horse, which he took to be the enemy, whereupon he charged them desperately, but were as gallantly repulsed by Cap. Mason, who charged them through and through, and for the space of half an hour the business was very disputable, in which unhappy engagement 6 were slain on both sides and 8 wounded, whereof Cap. Palmer is one. From Plymouth we have certain intelligence, that the Sapphire frigate hath sent in 9 ships, which was taken upon the French Coast, and the Non-such frigate hath taken three delicate Vessels laden with Wine, Beans and Salt. Nine more taken on the Coast of Scotland and Cap. Wilkins hath taken another, bravely fraught with rich Merchandises. The Royal Sovereign is now put forth to sea, and rides in Stoke bay. Two Merchant's ships that were coming from Ipswich toward London, were taken by a Dutch man of war, they clapped the English of both under the Decks of one of them, on the 4 of March, and then left them, sending them homeward; but the next day the English at a seasonable time lifted up the decks relieved themselves, took the Dutch and clapped them under the deck where they were, and brought away both their ships to the Downs which are now safe in the River, with the prisoners. The Queen of Bohemia (sister to the late King of Great Britain) is going to Frankendale, which is her Dowry, a most wealthy place, and great frequentation, it being the mid-way betwixt Wormes and Spiers, where she will do the best she can to entertain young Charles, and to accommodate him in the present juncture of Affairs. His brother JAMES (second Son to his late Majesty) is as valiant as Hector in the King of France's Army; but the little Queen (his Mother) is of a sudden struck very solentary The Lord Wilmot, and the Lord Wentworth so with much importunity press upon the loyal breasts of the English in several places to support the weak distressed Estate of their Prince; especially at the city of Hamburg, where the Lord Wentworth did extremely solicit and importune the Treasurer of the English company, who fearing his power, and loath to part with those monies which belonged to all the English Merchants who traffic in those parts, acquainted the President of the English Companies with it, and withal, showed the inconveniences that would arise if he should deliver monies to him. Whereupon the President weighing the truth of the Reasons, made his complaint to the Senate, who enjoined the Lord Wentworth not to exact any sums of money of the Treasurer, unless he was able to put in good security for the re-disbursing of them. From Plymouth we have received intelligence that the Constant Warwick, and the Portsmouth frigate being together, met with the great Pirate Cap. Beach, who had newly taken two prizes; but perceiving that out frigates intended to pursue him, he left the Prizes, and was afterward secured by the night coming on. The same night the Portsmouth frigate and the constant Warwick chanced to part company, and it so fell out about midnight that Beach raving about, lighted on the Constant Warwick all alone, which before he came near, he took to be a Merchant man, and went on with an intent to board him; but the Warwick demanding who he was, he replied he was the Portsmouth Frigate and for Whithall. But the Warwick suspecting him, bade him round off. Then Beach perceiving his mistake, and seeing the Warwick to be a man of War, he presently made away; but the Warwick being a good Sailor, made after him, and kept company with him all night. About 6 in the morning, Beach began the fight, firing 3. Guns, which were answered by the Warwick. The encounter lasted till two in the afternoon, at which time Beach and his men called for Quarter, and had it. He had five foot water in the hold when he yielded; he had 200 men, 20 whereof were killed; his Frigate is a gallant new Vessel, of 42 Guns, whereof but 38 thirty eight were mounted. There are taken aboard with him nine Captain, and 200 soldiers, who are all close prisoners, and ready to resign themselves up to the merits of Justice. There are several Articles of High-Treason exhibited against this famous Pirate capt. Beach; who disputed the Sovereignty of the Seas in the Royal James with great Resolution: insomuch, that coming aboard the Warwick, he demanded of valiant cap. Potter the manner of performing his Articles, and said it was his promise to see him ashore in France; whereupon cap. Potter answered, That he never heard of such Demand; but to satisfy him, proffered cap, Beach to go aboard his own ship again, and fight it out; but the captain refused it, retorting, No Sir, 'tis good sleeping in a whole skin. The Ordinance before mentioned is to commence from the 25 day of March, 1654. and to continue to the 25 day of March 1655. And all Courts of Justice of this Commonwealth, and all Judges and Justices of the same and all Sheriffs, Councillors, Attorneys, Solicitors, and all other persons, are hereby required to conform themselves accordingly, without any opposition or dispute whatsoever. The Names of the Commissioners constituted and appointed for putting in execution this new Impost and Excise, are Thomas Allen, Alderman of the city of London. Thomas Wood, George Bury George Langham Esquires. AND Gearge Foxcroft Merchant. There is newly given in an account of the vast sum of moneys due upon public faith, and the Soldier Arrears, which amounts to nine millions of money; but care is taken to audit their Accounts. We hear that his Highness hath demanded of Monsieur Bourdeaux, Ambassador for the King of France, restitution from that crown, for the injuries sustained by the English; which if granted, there will then necessary follow, a firm and lasting peace. The Peers of this Nation and the Gentry have cordially embraced the silver thread of Amity, and have declared to live peaceably under the present Government. But from Scotland our Post bringeth intelligence, that the Royal party there is too prone to Ruptures, having taken a Castle, and some other Passes. Middleton has furnished them with Arms and Ammunition, and has brought them some cannons.

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The Order of his Highness the Lord Protector for Engrossing the Articles, and ratification of Peace between this Commonwealth, and the seven United Provinces of Holland. The Lady Elizabeth designed to go to her Son the Palsgrave; the late Queen of England to the Duke of Savoy; and the titular King of Scots, the Dukes of York, and Gloucester into Germany. General Desbrow, and General Monck's going down to Chattam. The Rendezvous of the English Fleet upon the Downs. And the adding of sixty new Frigates to the Hollanders' Fleet. With Mr. Sympson's Letter directed to particular Congregations. Now Phebus is exalted, let him show himself when the High and Mighty States Ambassadors make their glittering approaches towards him; We have told you before of some that would set the Beacon on fire, and others that would quench it, sometimes fire and water fall out, and oppose, and in revenge (to right themselves, or to overcome by might) would destroy one the other, yet both would be complied to, and yet it may be neither can, but a third must, then give me leave to ask the question, how the wisest, and best Governor shall do to keep the Beacon burning, and yet quench it. We should tell you here of the magnificent entertainment o the Dutch Ambassadors, who this day were received in great state, and Heroically conducted through the City of London, his Highness the Lord Protector's Coach going first, and after near upon 60 more, with six Horses a piece, as also that one of the Ambassadors brought over his Lady with him, and other things of note, which might be ranked under this Day's Intelligence, but in regard they have been mentioned by other Pens, the Reader shall not be troubled with them again in this sheet. A Man and a Woman being in company together in Old street near London, upon some private difference the Man stabbed the Woman so mortally, that she sunk down dead immediately, which the Man seeing, did as sudden fall down upon her, and kissing of her, uttered these words. Alas poor wretch art thou dead? I wish thou were alive again, for now I am sure to be hanged for thee. This Afternoon the Lord Protector gave Audience to the Dutch Ambassadors in the Banqueting House at Whitehall, the subject whereof was partly congratulatory to his Highness, but the greatest part Declaratory to renew the old League which was between the two Nations before the late Wars did unhappily discontinue it, to which purpose the seven United Provinces did all consent to the agreement of Peace, which they have received full power to confirm, they therefore desire a speedy cessation of Arms, assuring that on their sides all acts of Hostility to the uttermost of their power be suspended, so that safely we may conclude, that the Peace will fully, and speedily be established. It was this day advertised, that our Fleet rideth still not far from Portsmouth, some squadrons are at the Spits head, and others at Saint Ellen's point, they are ready to put forth to Sea in the most gallant equipage that may be, and the contented Seamen from several parts are making their dispatches thither to their employment. We have now in one body the bravest Fleet that England hath put forth since the Wars began. It is confirmed that Mr: Williamson who was Ambassador here before from Denmark, is employed again by that Crown into England, to make application to his Highness upon the success of the Treaty with the United Provinces. It is confirmed by Letters this day from Scotland, that whilst our Horse are in more Northern parts of that Nation, Sir Arthur Forbs who is again recovered of his wounds, is marched Southwards to see what parties he can find straggling, or what booty he can get about Lensx, or Tivesdale. In the meantime the Earl of Glencarn is in the North, and not daring to hazard all his strength on the uncertainty of one Battle, doth divide his Forces into several parties, that he might thereby be better enabled to satisfy the importunity of their bellies, and encourage or enforce the Countries to increase their Levies; the fiery crosses have had their run, and whittled from place to place in several Countries, but to no effect; it is wonderful indeed to consider what an impression anything supernatural hath in all ages left in the minds of the common soldiers; to demur therefore from the levying of new forces in the unsettled Countries, it hath been reported wheresoever the Recruits are to be railed, that a Gentleman in the County of Fife had a Vision, in which he was admonished by a young man with all speed to address himself to Glencarn his Kinsman, and to acquaint him with the anger of God to call on him, and all his Forces, if they pursued such destructive courses. The Gentleman disobedient to the Angel on the first night, was struck dumb the second, because he employed not his voice as he was commanded; this Report hath been of more efficacy to trouble the Levies, and discourage the old Soldiers of Glencarn, then the certain arrival of our Regiments, and of 3 ships laden with Tents, clothes, an all manner of provision both for life and death. The Lord Protector with the advice of his Council passé an Ordinance for reviving the Jurisdiction of the County Palatine of Chester, and holding an Assizes there, and Mathew Hales one of the Justices of the common Pleas, and Hugh Windham Sergeant at Law, are appointed Justices of Assizes, and Jail delivery, and Thomas Fell Esquire, is Commissioner for keeping the Seal of the said County Palatine, till further Order. From Ireland thus, according to the late Articles, and Treaty with Mac O Mortague, about 500 Irish are shipped away for the service of the King of Spain in Flanders, and we hope they will return no more hither, for they have left too many themselves yet behind them, for the Tories run up and down in many places robbing, and thieving as formerly. The Lord Henry Cromwell and Col: Hewson are come safe hither, and all things are well and quiet, yet it's thought some Officers will be changed. The Treaty with the Lord Ambassador Whitlock is followed very close; so that it is said that in the last conference between his Lordship, and the grand Chancellor as they were in debate together, the Chancellor professed, That he had received full satisfaction to all his Objections; and afterwards related so much to the Queen herself. The grand Chancellor of the Kingdom meets the next week; and it's believed the full determination of things is deferred till then. Sir William Ballantines and some of the Cavaliers are observed about this Court, lurking to do what mischief they may. There was something remarkable omitted touching the Audience of the Lord's Ambassadors of the United Provinces which here followeth; The said Ambassadors had Audience given by his Highness the lord Protector, in the Banqueting House. The Room was richly adorned with Hangings, and a rich Chair of State set for the Lord Protector, who was attended by his Council The Entertainment was stately; the Ambassadors bowing several times, as they came up the Room, his Highness rose up when they drew near. The subject of this Audience was partly Congratulatory; but the main was to declare the intent of their coming which was to make and settle a firm Peace, and to renew the ancient friendship between the Nations. And to assure his Highness, that to this purpose their Superiors of the seven United Provinces do all of them unanimously consent to the agreement of Peace and that they as their Ambassadors Extraordinary, are empowered fully to confirm and ratify the same, desiring a speedy Cessation of Arms, and that there may be a Cessation of hostility on both sides. This is the effect of what was by them delivered. The last week Lieut: Hellin, Lieut. To Major Bramston's Troop of Dragoons having notice that one Capt: Thompson, and Lieut: Colonel Ramfer's Lieutenant with five more of the enemy were come down into the Mearns presently mounted with six more of Troop, traced them about ten miles into the Hills, and at last took them, their horses, with their arms, and one of them being an Englishman, refused to take quarter, and was killed. A party of the enemies' horse and foot being before Downe Castle, five miles from Sterling. Major Bridges went forth with a party of 60 horse, upon which the enemy fled, our men pursued, and about 4 miles from Downe came in sight of them, but most of them got into the Hills, we took only 6 prisoners, and about 19 or 20 Horse. Sir Mungo Murray was there, and escaped very narrowly, as did Captain Hamilton, whose horse was taken, but he escaped over a bog. The 10 of March is appointed for the Enemies great Rendezvous about Badgenoth. Montross, and Sir Mungo Murray came with Orders to Athol when he slighted Weems, to prepare all the Forces he could against that time. There was a late falling out amongst them, and one Graham shot Athol's Groom through the head, and young Montrosse had like to have killed Lorn. The enemy have put in a garrison of 30 men into Gaith Castle, about a mile from Weyms, I have sent you enclosed one of Sir Mungo Murray's Warrants, threatening fire and sword. These are to require the Gentlemen Heritors, and others concerned in the Parish of Drummond, and Buchannan, that immediately after sight hereof they send to the Craig of , out of every hundred pounds of Rent half Bell Cane, one meat, one Turf of Hay, one Leg of Beef, one stone Cheese, four Hens, or satisfaction therefore, as also to be immediately at the appointed place with your proportion of Troop horses, every thousand pounds being one well mounted Troop horse with Certificate; If you fail I will pursue you with fire and sword, according to the general Order. From Braniavard in Dummond, Febr: 23. M. Murray. His Highness the Lord Protector answered several Petitions read unto him by one of the Masters of Requests. There is something under consideration for taking a strict course with such as disturb God's people in their solemn meetings. Divers Ministers of diversity of Judgements have offered many things to consideration, and it's probable that very speedily some settled Order will be made therein. A Minister in London lately summoned in part of his Parish before the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor, for non payment of their Tithes, when the Case came to be heard, the Minister was much opposed by one of his Parishioners, who (after the matter was waved in point of Law) began to dispute it out in Divinity, saying that a Bishop ought to be no striker &c. that he ought to govern his own Household, but this Man's Wife governed him, &c. yet this would not serve turn, but according to the Act he was Ordered to pay Tithes to the Minister. Letters from Newcastle say, that the French Picaroons, and Freebooters do very much infest that Coast, and lately took two small Vessels of ours within sight of Tinmouth Castle, which makes the Colliers tearful to come, especially hearing there is such great probability of Peace, to be concluded on shortly. The Dutch Ambassadors had a private conference with his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council at White hall, they press hard for a present cessation of Arms. Last Sabbath day Major Gen: Harrison taught at London house, after the exercise was ended, a Letter was read which was directed to that Congregation from Mr: Sympson, wherein he expressed a hearty desire, that the spirit of meekness, love and unity might increase amongst them, but he sayeth that he findeth not the sprinkling of Infants in the New Testament, which is a thing that M. Feak, and he have often argued upon since their confinement at Winsor. Mr. Crarlick, and divers other Friends have been to visit them lately. The Letters this Post from Scotland make mention, that by reason of the coldness of the season, and the great store of snow lately fallen in the Northern parts, Colonel Morgan returned back (from pursuing the Enemy to Aberdeen, but another party of ours have had another encounter with a party of about of Athol's Horse, they fought at the first very stoutly; but soon turned their backs, and fled to save themselves, in this fight we took one Lieutenant, and about 20 more prisoners, their main design at the present is to Rob and spoil what they can, and therefore divide themselves into divers small parties. From Paris thus. There have been some motions made of late by friends in behalf of Cardinal de Retz, yet hath he not his enlargement. SIR: I can no longer live without writing, for I understand the Court hath done some kind of Justice wherewith you are reasonably well pleased, but if this content be not absolute, I am resolved not to rejoice; and truly it is a shame to see the bounties of Princes in the hands of such persons, who can neither be useful, nor pleasing unto them, and that honest men must still satisfy themselves with the only testimony of a good conscience, and in the content they receive in well doing, for my part I will not complain of fortune, if others must have the use of her. Now if the Ministers of State understood my secret, and that for satisfying of two, it were only necessary to oblige one, by acquitting themselves of what they owe another, they might easily spare what they have done unto me. From Deal they write, that our Fleet are to have a Rendezvous upon the Downs this week; The Hollanders have also a great Fleet in readiness; and if these two Armadas have the happiness to join as one in League and Amity, all the Enemies of these Nations may say as the Devil did when he was sheering of a Hogg, There is a great cry for a little wool. The next Passage seems to give no discontent unto any here, except Officers belonging to the Prize Office, the Admiralty, and Captains of Private Men of War; and the thing is this. The Articles of Peace are ordered to be engrossed with all haste, and the Ratification is speedily to be Signed: and that nothing may be wanting on our part, His Highness the Lord Protector hath appointed Commissioners to expedite the whole matter with the Ambassadors of the seven united Provinces of Holland. By this the Lady Elizabeth and some others depart Holland, she goes to her eldest Son the Palsgrave. The Treaty goes on also very effectually with the French Resident: The late Queen of England is to depart France, and go to the Duke of Savoy. Her Son Charles Stuart, and the Dukes of York and Gloucester, are to go into Germany, they not finding the affairs in Scotland to suit with their desires. It is thought that Monsieur Berdeox the French Ambassador, being a Person of a very large Revenue of his own, will come in State through the City tomorrow or next day; why may we not then expect shortly to drink a quart of Claret for eight pence? Monsieur Williamson Ambassador for Denmark is also expected to make his Application to His Highness the Lord Protector very suddenly. General Desbrowe, and Gen: Monck and the Commissioners of the Admiralty are at Chattam; The brest men are put on board, and many Soldiers of the Army: the Dutch having added sixty new Frigates to their Fleet, so you see what readiness the Fleets are in on both sides; and if a Peace should be concluded, it's likely that the greatest blow would be struck that hath been yet, but it is thought there is not any question now of a full agreement. Four Dutch ships were lately sunk by storm near Enchufen. An English Prize called, The Bee-hive is lately carried into the Texel, she is valued to be worth 3000 li. sterling. The Cantons of Switzerland have renewed their League with France.

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From Tuesday, January 3. to Tuesday, January: 10. 1653 It is in vain to contrive, or act against the decrees of Heaven. The Dutch in November resolving to be masters of our Channel in the Winter, as we were of their Seas in the Summer, had sixteen of their Frigates devoured by the Tempest. If they continue in the like resolutions, for ought we know, may be punished with fire. Nothing being concluded on in the Treaty, this night (having sent away their movables beforehand) they departed from their Lodgings in Covent Garden, and took Boat for Gravesend, in order to their return to their own Country. If any of them on better consideration, shall come back again, I shall inform you before I have ended this Intelligence. The Dutch Deputies had passes to return home. Hague (2 Jan: alias) - 23 Decemb: 1653.. The Dutch Deputies' Letters say, the English press for satisfaction, security, the Dominion of the Seas, the contribution for Fishing, &c. In which they desire further Instructions, which are sent, and30 new Frigates to be built. Admiral Van Galen was buried in the New Church, from the Prince's Court. First went the Lord Major in Armour, on horse back, his Guards on foot, then divers Officers trailed Pikes, then four Trumpeters with his Arms in Taffety, then his Flag with his Arms, then his Secretary with his Scutcheon, one with his Gantlet, and one with his Helmet, with red and yellow Feathers, then his Spurs, and Sword, and Poniard, Coat of Arms of Taffety, and Arms before and behind, then his mourning Horse led by his Lieutenant, and then his Corpse, and the Hearse-cloth carried by 16 Captains, Admiral Tromp's Son one, after followed others with the Curiants, carrying the Commander Staff, then his Kindred, and after the Lords of the Admiralty, the Burgo-masters, and the 36 of the Council, East-India's Company, Directors of the East, and Mediterranean Seas, and after all the College, and the Officers of the Burgers, Mr: Chanut the French Ambassador here is daily treated with. Our Ambassador Mr: Borrell in France hath offered something there. The Lord States General do not sit until after Christmas Holidays. Witte Wittense is here. The 23 instant, two English Prizes were brought in, laden with 160 lasts of Salt, the other with Coals. The dead body of the Deputy Vander Par from England, it is arrived at Flushing, to be buried there. The ship of the late Admiral Tromp is gone down the River almost clear, and is to carry 72 Guns, 4 more new Frigates of 40 and 42 Guns are ready to set sail. We daily expect 150 ships from the Sound, several Men of War are gone for their Convoy. The Ordinance brought from Sweden have been tried at Amsterdam, there are 500 hundred pieces, most part half Cartows, Captain Nicholas Pater hath taken an English Ketch before Hull, another at Flamborough Head, a Flute of 12 Guns, and 4 of Wood, of about 130 lasts, with Hemp, Flax, Coal and some Saltpetre. Also near Whitebay a Pinnace of six Guns with refined Salt, and one by Hover, laden with Salmon, Sheepskins, and Herrings; but the loss of Cap: Hans Margaren ship, a Man of War with 18 guns which we hear the English have taken near Newcastle, is worth almost all these; and we hear of 8 ships taken from the Caribes, with Sugar, Tobacco, and other Merchandise, with their convoy of thirty Guns. Eight of the Newfoundland Fleet we took, are made Men of War. We have taken a Turkish ship, and another in Smirna. One Goldsbalk hath rowed an English prize of 12 Guns into Brest. An English Frigate met with 5 French ships of St. Mallo, took one called the Year of Grace, the three Kings hardly escaped, not yet heard of, the other three are at Calice, Cornelius Joast, with Thymen Theaneste, with the Ammunition are safely arrived from hence in Muscovy. There is likely to be hot War by Russia, and Muscoviah against Poland, and is already proclaimed in Muscovia, and the Deputies are sending to all the Princes in Christendom about it. One Army (and the biggest) is marched from Muscovia towards Smolonsko, and so on in the County; The Emperor will be there in person. A second commanded by Field Marshal Bows, Petrooits, Sermotosts, and Semon, Cock, Janovies, Streesnop go from Blascow in Rusland with 40000 men, among which, 20000 well trained Russians. The third of 30000 from Potien, to the help of the Zaponasse Cossacks. Be it ordained by the his Highness the Lord Protector by and with the consent of his Council, That an Act of Parliament entitled, An Act empowering several Commissioners to put in all execution and every the Powers and Authorities heretofore give to the Commissioners for compounding with Delinquents, and for managing all Estates under Sequestration; And to the Committee for advance of money formerly sitting at Haberdasher's Hall be, and is, hereby continued, and shall stand, be, and continue in force until the first day of Feb: 1653. And that Samuel Moyer, Josias Berns, Richard Moor, John Upton, Edward Cary, and Rice Williams Esqs; or any four of them be hereby empowered and authorised to put in execution the said Act, and all and every the Powers and Authorities in and by the said Act given, and every Clause, Article, and thing therein contained. And be it further Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, that an Act of Parliament entitled, An Act for transferring the Powers of the Commissioners of Indemnity, be, and is hereby continued, and shall stand, be, and continue in full force, until the said first day of February, 1653. And that the Commissioners herein named, or any four or more of them, be hereby empowered, and authorised to put in execution the said last mentioned Act, and all, and every the Powers and Authorities in, and by the same Act given, and every Clause and Thing therein contained. Whereas I am entrusted by his Highness the Lord Protector, and the Council, with the management of the Posts of this Nation, these are to declare to all Gentlemen, Merchants, and others whom it may concern, that I have established the places under-named to be for the receipts of Letters, as well those that go to Oxford, Cambridge, Southampton, Winchester, Lye, Yarmouth, Norwich, and the places upon those Roads, as to any of the other Roads of England, Scotland and Ireland. And to that end have contracted with such as are to receive them; as also with all Letter-carriers in, and about the City of London, and Westminster, employed by me for the purposes aforesaid, so that no man within the City, or Suburbs will be necessitated to give them more, than what his Letters shall be justly taxed at, according to the rates established by the State here under-written. And because I have determined upon no pretence whatsoever, to countenance any of my Agents in their miscarriages, I do hereby promise upon reasonable notice of any abuse, or exaction in that particular, to do all persons that equal right which the nature of their complaints may justly challenge from me, who shall make it my endeavour to be in all things as serviceable to the Interest of those Persons whose concernments pass through my hands. To any place within 80 miles distance, 2 d. a single Letter, 4 d. a double Letter. To a further distance 3 d a single Letter, 6 d. a double Letter. To Scotland 4 d. a single Letter, 8 d. a double Letter. To Ireland 6 d. a single Letter, 12 d. a double Letter. And so proportionally for treble or greater Packets of Letters, to any of the former places. Mr: Jenn at Westminster-gate. Mr: Adams at the Savoy gate. Mr: Tysen at the three Daggers in Fleet street. Mr: Humphrey at the 3 Sugar loafs in Fanchurch street. Mr: Hall at the Bookseller's shop at Russelstreet end, in Covent Garden. Mr: Wetherwood Pewterer, at the 3 Foxes in Longlane. Mr: Gregson next door to the white Lyon in Wapping. Mr: Hutchins at the white Hart in Charing Cross. Mr: Best at Gayes-Inn-gate. Mr: Taylor Temple lane. Mr: Smith next door to the Cock in Ratcliff &c. It is desired that for the better continence, all Persons will be pleased to give their Letters full directions to the places, and Counties as shall be needful to prevent mistakes. I made mention about a fortnight since of the Counties assigned at a Council of War to divers of the commanders of the Highlanders, where to Levy new Forces of Horse, and Foot, for the carrying of the present War; I shall now give it to you again, but with many alterations: Glengary himself is to be for the Hills about Innernes, he himself is marched Northwards to receive the monies, and Arms from France, and Holland, are there said to attend him. Kenmore lies up to the Bray of Mare, and in the Glens that way enclosed with Woods, and Rivers near the Hills, his Quarters are the largest of any, for his Forces lie all along in several fast places, from Lough Tay, towards the Brays of Stermont, and Angus, Ramsey is Quartered on the Hills of Angus: The Earl of Athol is making Levies in the Blair of Athol, and in Perthshire, where Mack-nagh, and others are raising for him one Regiment of Horse, and another Foot, but their Levies are likely to be frustrated. The Garrison of Weem hath very large Quarters, and are laying in Provision against the return of Kenmore from the North. MacNaughton, and MacRiggs are for the West Highlands, where the Eldest Son of the Marquis of Argyle is very much discontented. It is again advertised that the Highlanders are grown numerous, and do go on with their Levies, do what we can to prevent them. The taking of the strong Castle of Philipsburg by the Forces of the French King, was this Day confirmed. Notice being given to one of his Commanders, that the Deputy Governor with the chiefest of the Officers was gone on hunting, he embraced the present opportunity and bringing up some considerable Forces before the Castle, he so amazed them, expecting no such thing, that he presently became Master of the place. The Deputy Governor returning in the Evening, found the Bridge drawn up, and entrance denied him, whereupon he was forced to retire with all the haste he could make. Some impute the taking of this strong place, not only to the remissness, but to the treachery of the Deputy. The Commissioners appointed to draw out the Charge of High Treason against the Prince of Conde, has had several meetings and is now said to be finished. Letters came from the Lord Whitlock Ambassador to the Queen of Sweden, advertising that the next day after his coming to Gothenburg. The three Presidents of that City, with the Magistrates thereof did come to salute him, and one of them who spake for all, informed his Lordship, that they had received positive commands from the Queen of Sweden to give all due respects to the English Ambassador who she understood by Lagensfeld would in a short time be there. He desired also his Lordship's pardon, that they were not prepared to give him a more pompous entertainment. The Presidents of the City, after consultations amongst themselves, did advise his Lordship not to trust at season the uncertainty of the Seas, but to carry all his movables by Land, which will be a very vast charge to his Lordship, who hath already found by experience what are the expense which belong to so numerous a Train, and so tedious a Journey. It was this Day certified, that our Fleet from Dunkirk is safely arrived, they are in number forty sail and are laden with very rich Goods. There are also five ships from the East-lands and one from Zant. It is advertised that a Vessel going from Weymouth towards Jersey, was driven back by so violent a Tempest, that she was cast away, and all the men in her, but the ship master, and two passengers. Our Fleet are sailed Westwards, part of them are about Plymouth, and some at Falmouth, some of them lie out towards the Coast of France, to try if they can meet with the Brest Men of War, who are grown numerous and have good ships, and a considerable strength at Sea. The Dutch Commissioners who on Tuesday last went to Gravesend to take shipping for Holland, have not yet set sail, but remain there, and have made some further applications to his Highness, and his Council, which whether or no, it will call them back again, or late calamity in their own Country, will persuade them to make a penal, and absolute agreement with us, a short time will discover. This Day the great calamity in Holland was again confirmed; it is affirmed that the Lightning leaping from the clouds, when the Thunder chid, the Houses began to take fire, and that 500 hundred of them suddenly were devoured by it. At the same time the wind arising, the Billows in vast tumults began to move towards the Town, as if they made haste to put out the fire. By the high workings of the Sea, the Mariners did presage the danger to come, and therefore used all their art and care to keep their ships at a distance, least in the foulness of the weather they should fall foul on one another, but their diligence could not make that quick dispatch, before a most violent gust clapped them together, and being involved in one danger, about forty of them did suffer in one ruin. But others (to whom rather I incline) do affirm, that the fire was four miles from Amsterdam at their rope-mills, where were their stores both of Hemp, and Oil, which served to increase the flame. 400 Houses are said to be there burned, and about 30 ships sunk by the Tempest. The new Addresses of the Dutch Deputies to his Highness, and his Council for a Peace. The late lamentable fire at Amsterdam where 500 Horses were consumed by fire and Lightning, and above forty gallant ships sunk by the Tempests. The Letters from the Ld: Whitlock Ambassador to the Queen of Sweden. The Speech made unto him by one of the Presidents. The new incursions and plunderings of the Highlanders, and some loss received. And several Prizes taken by our Fleet in the West of England.

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The Letters from the States General of Holland to His Highness the Lord Protector and his Council, concerning the Articles of Peace, and the day when the same shall be Proclaimed both in England and Holland. The Declaration of General Middleton to the Highlanders at their late general Rendezvous, and the coming in of their new Levies upon his Summons. The great Preparations that are making for War in most places of Christendom, and their Designs. With Letters from Ireland, and choice Intelligence from several other parts. From Wednesday April 12. to Wednesday April 19. 1654. By Letters from Ireland it is certified, that all things are very quiet, yet the Tories continue their old trade of filching and stealing as bad as ever, according to their power; therefore all the benefit we have more than ordinary, is, that their number is much less than once it was. From Amsterdam they write, that the Deputies of the several Provinces were met together in order to the confirmation of the peace betwixt England and them, and that the Deputies have signed and sealed the Articles whereof more in the last day's intelligence. Edinburgh April 6. The enclosed is all we have of news here, but we expect daily to hear something from Col. Morgan, who is marched towards Caithness with a considerable party. The Country is exceeding much broken in most parts, but the news of the consummation of the Peace will much startle them. Inverness March 27. Glencarn and Kenmore having joined with Glengarry and Athol marched within 7 or 8 miles of this garrison, on Friday last into Ross, being about 2000 horse and foot; they are drawing towards Sutherland to meet with Middleton and his party, with whom they expect to join; the Lord Lorn with 500 foot and 100 horse intends to follow them, he is now about Abertaf, twenty four miles from this place, in the Rear of him follows Mac Usdow, with what force he can make, so that shortly their whole force will be North of us, and what may then be effected upon them, we must leave to the disposing of the Almighty. Paris April 18, 1654. The 12 instant the Earl Broglio Governor de la Bassee went from this City to that Town upon intelligence received the Enemy was in a march that way, although since the same hath been contradicted. By the last news from Flanders we hear, That the Earl of Ligneville, who as yet is the Commander in chief of the Lorrain Army, which consisteth in 23 Regiments of horse and 7 of Foot, making in all about 6000 men, is upon the march, and came the 12 instant at Owing, and there remained till the Tuesday following, on Wednesday all those forces went over the Escaut upon a bridge made to that effect near Valenciennes, their Train of Artillery, and baggage following after, that Evening the said General lodged at Horning, a small Town, and his Army in the Country adjacent. Thursday: 6 they came to Marchiennes, and so drew out towards the Frontiers. The young Lord Son to the Marshal de la Mesteray, hath been sworn to the place of Lieut. General of Brittany, after the decease of his father, as he hath been sworn formerly to that of Master of Artillery likewise in reversion of his Father; this maketh for the going on of the match between this young Lord and one of the Cardinals Nieces, and although daily there is discourse about it, as yet I cannot here that the work is finished. Further from Paris April 20. The Prince of Condi doth now begin to move, but by reason that the Spring hath been backward, therefore he can hardly make as hath been backward, therefore he can hardly make as yet any great progress, upon his design by an Order from the Council of Spain, the Governor of Artoys called the Earl of Bassigni is removed from the Council of Spain, the Governor of Artoys called the Earl of Bassigni is removed from the Castle of Antwerp, to be transferred to another place, the Duke of Lorrain doth still remain there likewise a very close prisoner, and there is a strong report that he is to be carried prisoner, and there is a strong report that he is to be carried a prisoner into Spain, which is malum olem, for the obtaining that liberty which was promised him when he was apprehended, this is like to prove as bad to him, as is already the disposing of all his estate which hath been found in that City, The Marshal Turen is to go from hence in a few days into Picardy to take a view of the Army, and set it in a posture fit for a march, he is to have the command in chief of that Army, and I hear that the King will go likewise and the Cardinal to view all the frontier Towns and Castles in Piccardy, Marshal de la Ferte is also to be the General of another Army, which shall be employed as occasion shall serve. By the last Post from Rochel we have received advertisement, That the Treaty between England and the United Provinces of the Low Countries being concluded, the report thereof, and of a mighty English Fleet ready to go to Sea, riding near Portsmouth, the whole Country thereabouts took a strong alarm, every Governor and Commander of Port, Castle, and Fort, causing strong guard to kept, fearing lest the said fleet should have any Design to land some forces there; they likewise sent to the Court to know his Majesty's pleasure therein, and to desire assistance in case his Majesty shall think the same requisite; what the issue will be, we as yet know not. By Letters from Inverness, dated April 4, thus. Lieutenant Colonel Mitchell marched hither with 9 Companies of Foot, 6 Troops of Horse, and a commanded party of about 180, with 5 troops of Dragoons, which marched yesterday to Brahan, to which 4 troops of horse and 3 companies of foot are added. The cause of this march is to keep a Pass at Dinghill, which in the judgement of many knowing men of the Country, will constrain them either to fight with us, stay in the place where they now are, or run the hazard of losing their horse, by length, badness of way, and want of provisions, in case they march by the Northwest hills to the South, one or other of which exigencies they cannot avoid. The Enemy had a general Rendezvous on the first of this instant, near the Castle of Skilbo in Southerland, where (as they give out) appeared between 4 and 5000 horse and foot; but upon better information, we hear they were not fully 3000, viz. about 1600 foot, and about 1000 horse, the one half of which are very unfit for the service of war, and many not half armed, some wanting swords, and some pistols. Middleton added to their number about 200 horse and foot. At this Rendezvous Middleton declared; That he had brought some good quantity of gold with him into Scotland, which he said the Emperor of Germany had lent his Master, and that the said Emperor was raising a far greater sum, and a great number of men, which be said he would have staid and brought with him, but that he heard there was some discontent among his friends, arising from his often failing in his promised coming to them; He then exhorted them to prosecute the work they had in hand effectually, and to use their uttermost endeavours to enforce the enemy to depart the Country. After this he gave Order, that the most of them should march for the South Highlands, and the rest continue in the North, and both to go on vigorously to prosecute their new Levies, and then to join in the South. He hath likewise ordered 250 to be levied out of Ross, 300 out of Sutherland, Caithness 600, and Stranarvar 300. He hourly expects Seafort with 500 men, and Mackoldwy to be ready with his Levies. From Minehead, April 10. Here is at present but little news in these parts, only thus much, The Pirates who lurk in Brest, though at first something startled by the loss of Captain Beach, yet are grown bold again, and have of late done much harm in the Channel, having taken several vessels belonging to Bristol, some of which are of great value; the absence of our Frigates which were appointed to guard these seas, being gone towards Dublin, and so to the Westward of Scotland, give, opportunity to these Rogues to commit these Robberies without fears who now adventure to come into the very mouth of Severn. The last Letters from Dublin, and other places in Ireland, specify, That the plague is pretty well appeased in most parts of that Country, and nothing wanting but Inhabitants to manure the ground in many places. From the Isle of Wight, April 13. There is no news to impart you since my last, only that our fleet weighed anchor from St. Helens point, and is now come further in, and are now riding in Stokes Bay, which is not far from the place they were at before; those ships that were gone to Portsmouth to take in their provisions, and to be new fitted for the Sea, are near ready, there being no care nor diligence wanting to have the same done with expedition. The return of the Ratification from the States of Holland is not yet come, but hourly expected, and by several private Letters to Merchants, they all concur, that the States of Holland have fully ratified the Agreement with great rejoicing in all parts. From Naples it is certified, That the Vice-King is providing 4000 suits of Clothes, 1800 shirts, 2000 swords, and as many hats, shoes and stockings; he hath caused to made many shovels, and such like tools for Pioneers, and 30 pieces of new Brass Ordnance; all these things are to be sent will all convenience to Catalonia; he hath likewise sent to Spain for 6000 Spaniards, who shall be dispersed into several Garrisons of that Kingdome, and those that are now in them, shall be drawn into the field for servicer. From Frankfort on the Main: We hear from Brazil that Captain Bisman is gone from thence to Paris, where was also arrived shortly after an Express with a Packet for the Marshal de la Ferte, and also for that Captain, whereof we know not yet the Contents, seeing that both of them were already gone from that Country: In the Interim Quartermaster General Brachet hath quartered the French forces in the County of Altherkferdt, and Brandseck, while they have new order from the Court of France: The Governor of the Castle of Falkenstein having in a most cruel manner plundered a Minister's house, turned him and his family out of doors, it so incensed the Country adjacent that watching their opportunity when the Garrison was half absent, they coming at unawares got possession of the gate, and as many as were found in opposition were all put to the sword, and the Governor for his cruelty stabbed in his bed. From Dantzick, the Cossacks having put themselves under the protection of the Muscovites, have done it in a very disadvantageous and shameful manner, not only in regard of their Church discipline, but likewise concerning the politick and military Affairs, having brought a heavy yoke on their necks; their new Lord hath already got into his hands three of the principal places in Ukraine, and for their better subsistence, they have divided their Army into three, the first under the great Duke, which is to besiege Smolensko, the other way to enter is by Podolia, to join with the General of the Cossacks, and the third party is to go towards Ploskow. From Regensburg. The Diet is not yet concluded, there being so much left to be done, that it will take up much time the next Diet, in the mean time the Emperor doth prepare himself to go for Vienna, where having remained some few days, he is to go for Hungaria; to be present at the Diet which is to be held at Presburgh, which is not only to reform several things which are out of frame, but also to put the country into a posture of defence against the Turks, who are very strong upon the Borders, and have already made several inroads into the Country. We hear from Freiberg, that the horse of the Archduke of Innsbruck being fallen under him, the said Prince had been very sorely wounded in the head, and that his Subjects were assembled at Tortes, for to conclude a defensive League against any foreign power that would enter the Country. From Milan, The new levies in Germany, as also in the Country of the Grisons, are almost finished, and there doth daily come in some of them, who are forthwith provided with quarters by the several Officers sent upon our Frontiers, for that purpose; there hath likewise passed near this place 400 men, who are going towards Casal for the strengthening of that garrison. From Venice thus. Generalissimo Moccenigo is now almost ready to go for Candia, and besides what we have formerly spoken, he is to carry with him those ships that were hired at Leghorn for the service of this State. We hear from Dalmatia, that the Turks have lately made an inroad at Narrata, where they have taken much cattle, and made many persons prisoners. General Delfino goeth on in his design to besiege Clim, which is built by the Turks on this side the Mountains, being very strong, and made their chief Magazine. The Dukes of Florence, Parma, and Modena are all of them very busy raising of men, but upon what design is not yet known. Letters from Hamburg say, that the City of Glurkstadt is much displeased, that the King of Denmark approached to their Walls with 30 or 40 horse. A return came yesterday from Holland, concerning the signing and sealing of the Articles of Peace, and the Ratification by the States General of the seven United Provinces; as also the day which they have prefixed for Proclaiming the said Articles of Peace in Holland, at which time the same will likewise be Proclaimed in England: All which His Highness the Lord Protector and his Council have debated of, and all things here go on in a way of Love, and sweet harmony of Peace, not only with Holland and Denmark, but also with France, Sweden, Portugal, and other Kingdoms. From Newcastle they write, That there is a great Fleet of Coals ready laden, and bound for London, they make some small stay in hopes the Peace will be confirmed and Proclaimed betwixt England and Holland; and after that it is expected out Fleet should scour the Narrow seas of all the Picaroons and Freebooters, who of late have done much mischief in these parts. The former subject should have been more enlarged, if another Letter from Scotland had not in this interim of time come to my hands, the contents whereof is as followeth. SIR, You have before this received the Intelligence of a late Rendezvous of General Middleton (as they call him) and the rest of the Enemy in the Highlands, with their numbers and equipage. That which remains is only this: Here is great joy amongst the English which heard of your last Letter, which gave us to understand, That General Monk is coming hither; for the very name of him strikes the Enemy into the very heart and bowels; and if we may believe some of their Officers lately taken prisoners, the enemy fear nothing more than the face of General Monk; for (say they) if we refuse to accept of such conditions he brings, than nothing can be expected but fire and sword. The new Levies appointed to be raised in the places before mentioned in a former Letter, came not in according to the Summons sent out by Glencarn and Middleton, which is no small discouragement unto them: Yet their numbers have been sufficient to spend their provisions, the exhausting whereof will necessitate them shortly to an Engagement, which is that we daily long for, and their cow hearted spirits tremble to think of. London, Printed by E. Alsop 1654.

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From Tuesday, April 25. to Tuesday, May 2. 1654. When Alexander the Great was poisoned by those men who envied the felicity of his Victories, you shall find that his Colonels (for he was the first man that ever Marshalled his Forces into a Regiment, from whence they were called Chiliarchi) could find no other way to secure themselves but by the exportation of all those who in consanguinity of blood had any relation to the King, Occissis omnibus quicunque Regem etiam longingua consanguinitate contigerant, so says Curtius. But if you please to look upon Justine you shall find that Alexander himself told his Commanders that the Empire of the Persians must fall by the height of its own greatness, and expect those men who were more able to Govern it; he will tell you that every Commander by his Dexterity in Arts, and Arms was fit to be a Prince, having Nature as much his Friend, as his Resolution. No doubt they were gallant men who commanded in the Army of Alexander, and I do believe, not so much indebted to Age, as Justine would make them, who at that time (in reverence to Age) according to the Stoic Disciplines of those times, did follow the temper of his Socratic Tutor, and when he did exercise the admirable flourish of his wit in composing his laboured History he was but a young Gentleman in the Court of the Emperor Antoninus, to whom by the Testament of his Father, and the relation of Consanguinity, he was bound to give an account of his Studies. An Ordinance of Pardon and Grace to the People (and Subjects) of Scotland, is set forth by the Lord Protector; and the Persons and Estates particularly Excepted, are these, Charles Stuart. The Lord Machlin. James Stuart. The Lord Montgomery. Sons of the late King of England. George Lord Spyvie. James late Duke of Hamilton. The Lord Chranston William late Duke of Hamilton. The Lord Sinclair. John Earl of Crawford. Thomas Dayel. James Earl of Callender. John Middleton. The Earl of Marshall. James Vic: Newburgh. The Earl of Kelley. Lord Bargany. John Earl of Lawderdail. The Lord Nappier. John Earl of Lowdown. Sir Thomas Thompson. The Earl of Seaforth. James Edmosser. The Earl of Athol. The Laird of Womat. The Lord Vic: of Kenmore. William Earl of Glencarn. The Lord Lorne. Nevertheless provision is made in, and by the said Ordinance for settling a competent Estate upon the Lady Hamilton, and other Ladies, and their Heirs for ever paying a small yearly Revenue to the Lord Protector, and his Successors. And provision is also made that the persons hereafter named, do pay unto his Highness the Lord Protector his public Receipt, the several sums of money following, in respect of his, and their Estates. (That is to say) David Lesley 4000 l. sterling. The Marques of Douglas 1000 l. sterling. Lord Angus 1000 l. sterling. Earl of Selerig 1000 l. sterling. The Heirs of the late Earl of Buclench deceased, 15000 l. sterling. The Earl of Galloway 4000 l. sterling. William Earl of Roxburgh, 6000 l. sterling. William Lord Cockeram 5000 l. sterling. James Lord Forrester 2500 l. sterling. Philip Amstether 1000 marks sterling. Sir Archibald Sterievig 1500 l. sterling. James Drummond 500 l. sterling. Henry Mawbe 2500 l. sterling. Sir James Livingston 1500 l. sterling. William Murray 1500 l. sterling. Earl of Buchane 1000 l. sterling. Lord Visc: Dudup 1500 l. sterling. Lord Preston 1500 l. sterling. Sir Andrew Flesher 5000 l. sterling. Sir John Wancha 2000 l. sterling. The Earl of Berren 5000 l. sterling. The Earl of Winton 2000 l. sterling. The Earl of Buimater 1000 l. sterling. The Earl of Vivay 3000 l. sterling. The Earl of Quinsburgh 4000 l. sterling. The Earl of Fitby 6000 l. sterling. Lord Oustos 1500 l. sterling. Lord Gray 1500 l. sterling. Sir Henry Nubet 1000 l. sterling. The Earl of Paumure 10000 l. sterling. Lord Dundee 1000 l. sterling. Earl of Arroll 2000 l. sterling. Earl of Tullibardine 1500 l. sterling. Earl of Southisk 3000 l. sterling. Earl of Hartfield 2002 l: sterling. William Lord Rosse 3000 l: sterling. The Earl of Dalhousie 1500 l: sterling. Lord Sample 1000 l: sterling. Lord Boade 1500 l: sterling. Lord Elphinsten 1000 l: sterling. James Lord Cooper 3000 l: sterling. Lord Balnaude 1500 l: sterling. Lord Rollock 1000 l: sterling. Earl of Kinghorn 1000 l: sterling. Lord Bamfe 1000 l: sterling. Mr: Robert Meldrum 1000 l: sterling. Sir Robert Graham 1000 l: sterling. Sir Wil: Scot of Harden 3000 l: sterling. And many others upon the like account, which we have not room here to put in. The Commander in chief being willing to use all means possible to prevent the further spreading of this Insurrection (in which the people are mad from all parts to be engaged) hath published the enclosed Proclamation. The Forces in the North are much in the same posture, our Horse is yet at Dingwel and the Enemy in Sutherland, where it is very probable they cannot get away without Engaging. Amongst the party which were defeated about nine days since at Kilowoch, the Earl of Selkeithe, who was just run to the Enemy was one, the Rebels at his coming to Abersoyl took him for an Enemy shot him in the face, and wounded two others of his party. A party from Dalkeith this day took eleven Horse, and yet nothing but Barbados, or the Gallows will tame, or suppress these Rogues. Now the Peace is proclaimed, wherein Denmark is included, we shall briefly let you know what the Hollander hath undertaken in behalf of that King. viz: 1. That four hundred and forty thousand pounds sterling shall be answered towards satisfaction of the wrongs done unto England. 2. That the English Ships detained in the Sound shall be discharged within 15 days after ours come to receive them. 3. That all other Damages shall be appraised by the first of May by four persons. We have lately taken a Dutch East India ship of 800. Tons, wherein is four Chests of Silver, and other rich Commodities: we have also taken a private Man of War in the West. Thus do you see how good fortune, joy, and glory (the three things Thehus asked of the Gods) attend the Lord Protector's undertakings, and he who seeketh glory for virtue and noble Acts, doth not commit anything dishonourable either towards himself, or others. We had more news from Scotland thus. A party of the Enemy commanded by Capt: Erwin lately got Westward, and came upon the borders of England in Cumberland, and plundered and robbed all they could meet with, & carried away some prisoners. The Earl of Glencarn, and Sir Geo: Monroe lately fought a Duel, and were both slightly wounded. A thousand more Foot are come over the Hills to their Army in Southerland. Coll. Morgan is gotten as near to them as possible he can, endeavouring to force them to fight, and they give out that they will do it speedily. Some parties of ours have engaged with others of theirs, and always gotten the better of them. They talk of more Arms lately landed in the North. General Monk is newly come to Leith. There will shortly be new Farthings for necessary changes, and the good of the poor. I made mention in my last that the blow would be struck before this time betwixt Colonel Morgan, and Middleton, but the Letters this day advertise, failed in our Intelligence, for Middleton who knows well enough how to manage the War, at the first News of the approach of the English Forces, did draw off his men from all places of disadvantage, and marched into the lower parts of Southerland, having got a part of the River of Forth to favour his Intentions, by seating himself where the River is most spacious, as also by taking all the Boats that made the River passable, and by fastening, and mooring the Boats on his side. In the mean time Colonel Morgan having made a long march, is at Dingwell, where he expected the Forces of Middleton, who is said to labour in great wants, and not to be able to keep his Forces together unless some sudden Relief shall come unto them, which for all the noises of the Royal party to the contrary, to outward appearance doth seem impossible. For some Letters sent to some private Persons do represent that if it were not for the access of those discontented persons who stole away from our Army to the Enemy, whereby some unexpected encouragement was given unto them; the Highlanders who finding themselves frustrated in their expectation, had for a great part of them abandoned that desperate service which promised nothing but Death, and Famine, and betaken themselves to their own quiets. In the mean time it is observable that our ships entertained the Proclamation of Peace with the greatest solemnity that possibly can be; and General Pen being gone down to Sea, you will find what will be the Expedition which Christendom so much looks upon, whether they will go to Legorn, or the high Determinations of the Council so shall order it, as they shall call the Turks to an account at Tunis or Algeir for the injuries they have done unto the Christians. You shall observe that there have been taken some Dutch Merchants, and the Dutch will persuade us that they have taken some ships of ours which they have carried to Flushing and Enchysen, they were taken on the Northern Seas; and if the Curious please to look upon them, they will peradventure find them to be those ships which the Dutch Men of War did meet with, as I made mention in my last. I had almost forgot to acquaint you, that on Thursday last the Dutch Ambassadors who were resident in London, were magnificently entertained by his Highness the Lord Protector. The last Letters from Sweden do make mention that there hath been some difference in judgement betwixt the Lord Ambassador of England, and Count Henry, to whom the care of the English business is committed, but it is said the Queen will easily reconcile those Disputes. There is yet no considerable News from the North that I can understand; for Middleton with his Forces are drawn into Sutherland, betwixt whom and our Forces, there is a Navigable River, not passable, but by Boats, and those the Enemy has drawn to their own Banks. In many parts of the Country there is all possible Endeavours used to carry on their Levies, and not a few desperate persons continue their recourse to them. There has been several Officers, and others of them gathered up lately, and committed to safe Custody. In some of their pockets has been found a paper, called Glencarn's Declaration, stuffed with many expressions that carry little consistency with their Course. I may possibly help you with a Copy by the next. Inverness April 14. I can add nothing to my last, yet would not omit writing to you by this Post. Colonel Morgan is at Dingwel with his Forces, the Enemy still North of him, and past getting out of that Country, without either engaging, or dispersing their own force, Badgenoth and other parts of the Hills are quiet. From Milford Haven April 24. As for News in these parts, it doth afford little; the last vessels come from Ireland brought with them several passengers, which tells us no further, save only that the Tories who remain hid in corners, are as ready as ever to do mischief but that they want strength, and so narrowly looked after, that they are presently suppressed, and driven into their dens. This Day Col: Pride's Regiment exercised themselves in Tuttlefields, where they had such new Arms given them as was convenient, tomorrow they march towards Harwich; where shipping will be ready to transport them into Scotland, they all express themselves to be most willing for the present service. It is advertised from Scotland, that Middleton's Forces do lie all along the banks of the River, to observe the motion of our Men, who will be with them before they are aware of us, some Forces both of Horse and Foot are expected from Ireland, so that let the Enemy stir which way they will, they shall find us both before them, and behind them. In the mean time many men are daily snapped, who are going to the Enemy. This Day in Hyde Park there was the Hurling of a great Ball. Fifty Cornish Gentlemen played against fifty, one party played in white Caps, and the other in Red, there was a great agility of Body shown, and wrestling proper to that Nation, at every meeting of one with the other, which was ordered with such Dexterity, that it was to show more the strength, the vigour, and nimbleness of their bodies, than to endanger their Persons. His Highness the Lord Protector was there; the Ball they hurled was silver, which that Party had, who did win the Goal. There is a Report of the utter routing of Middleton's Forces, but no Letters come to confirm it. That which this week is most remarkable, is, ☞ The Report of the utter routing of Middleton's Army by Colonel Morgan: Col: Daniel, and some Forces from Ireland; The List of their Names who in Scotland are Exempted from Pardon. The Hurling of the silver Ball in Hyde Park, Fifty Cornish Gentlemen playing against fifty, and the admirable agility of their Bodies his Highness the Lord Protector, and divers eminent Personages being present. The taking of several Prizes, and the last News from our Fleet.

The Weekly Intelligencer, Issue 329

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Published for the right understanding of all the Mad-merry People of Great-Bedlam. From Wednesday Novemb. 9. to Wednesday January 25. 1653. What! A Hue-and-cry after Democritus? in the name of Robin Hood and Little John what art thou? I charge thee by the golden Locks of Apollo, and the Screech Owl's hoarse hollow, or fourth leg of a Swallow; by the eyes of a Mole, or a dead Witch's soul, appear in thy likeness, and answer me why thou makest all this cry, din, and clamour in the streets after me: if thou art the Ghost of the Aquarian Poet John Taylor, by Charon's Oar I charge thee speak, or forever after hold thy tongue. Cannot a man sing Counter-tenor a little study Lachrim, or view the inside of a prison, but he must be cried all over the World? A pretty conceit I promise you, and very worth the laughter; but since you dare me to appear, here I am in my own likeness, being never more merry, nor having less cause: And therefore stand clear, for I will begin with the whipping of the blind Bear; I fear none but those lades that are galled or guilty, and for them my invincible Goose's Quill dares to the encounter, as long as I can buy a pen and ink, paper or vinegar, wire or whipcord, Wormwood or Gall, have at ye blind Harpers, I doubt not either of a Muse or Genius to administer them, without scandal, sedition, or danger of the Law, or blemish to any honest or true man's Reputation: A Poet can easily revenge the greatest injury; and leisurely pull out of the poisonous teeth of those of Envies Whelps, that malign his free and inoffensive mirth; but I am too merciful: For those Gentlemen (his friends) lovers of Wit, Mirth, or Ingenuity, to such he owes all grateful respects, not doubting again of their favourable entertainment and acceptance. Two Ladies of the Night walking the Rounds near Cuckold's Pound, were Planet struck in their Tutchholes, and presently by an old Quack, that formerly had been a Prigger of hooks, carried into a Toping school, where they were no sooner entered, but the Ladies were strongly taken one after the other with Fits of the Falling-sickness; for whose Cure a merry Drawer in the house prescribed this Remedy. Truly Gentlemen, quoth he, if you are ever hereafter troubled with the Falling-sickness, it will not be amiss for you to forbear physic; especially Suppositories and Glisters: Neither is it good for you to travel Westward Ho, because of avoiding the Isle of Man. And for that doubtless it is an evil Spirit entered into you, you must for a Charm have always your Legs a cross when you are not walking; and that perhaps in time may chance to cure you. After this came in the Merry Drawer with a Cup of Wine in his hand, a blind Fiddler and his Boy, and presented them with this Song: The old Lecherous Culle, perceiving himself smoked by the Whidling Drawer, that, as he conceived, had stouted him in this Song, suddenly removed his brace of Mobs to fresh Quarters in Pasty-nook, where after he had victualled his Mobs, he Entrenched himself for that Night, without being any whit molested in beating up their Quarters; but early in the morning the sordid Cullee being in a deep sleep, the Mobs very honestly picked his Pockets, nipping him of a good round sum, and so slipped downstairs, and left him (like an Old Booby) in the lurch; he hath since been in Thieving-lane to find out the Wenches, but to no purpose. A musty Citt. coming not long since well Toppyfi'd from hunting in the Purleys of Bun hill, chanced in his way home to take up a fine little foisting-hound, which he thought to carry home, to present to the Cuck-q his Wife, but coming homeward through Cole-man-street, to Lawrence Lane, (being an old Gamester) he bethought himself of the Bowling-Alley; yet his brains running a long bias, he conceiving himself incapable of Play, thought to Bet a shilling or two, to recover some part of that day's charges, yet his Dog troubling him, he at last bethought him to put him up in his Codpiece, but being overcharged with liquor, yet very attentive in looking after the Bowls, he turning to the wall to make Water, mistaking his hold, pulled out the Dog's tail out of his Codpiece, and so holding it to the Wall, plentifully bewatered his defiled garments which run out at his knees all about the Ally; two Bowls were drowned thereby, the rest run the hazard above four yards from the Jack for fear; which caused great laughter in all the Company. A Lion and a Wolf not long since set upon Democritus, and had devoured both him and his Family, had he not been relieved by Justice, the conflict was very sore, and had not relief come, he had ended his mirth in Lachrym; the Wolf is to be hanged in Satiric Iambic line, made of juice of Hound's foot, the Lion to be cut in pieces with a wooden Chopping-knife, whilst Democritus is quietly permitted to go on with his honest labours. Some I suppose may have a fancy of desire to hear some News out of the Counter-hole before I begin Hinc Lachryme, ----- Here might you see DEMOCRITUS turned into HERACLITUS, ------ the Remembrance of it is so grievous, that my Pen bleeds to think of it, seeming instead of ink to shed tears; I may well compare it to three Emblems: the first is a Bawdy-house, or a Bawdy house of it, wherein is nothing to be seen but a few lousy Beds, and bare walls, and some bankrupt Unthrifts, scribbling to their friends for money to redeem them from their large Reckonings. Next, I might well compare that prison to a ship, the Master-side being the Upper-Deck; the Hole being the place for Ballast, or Under-hatches: they have Cabins indeed; but from lodging in them, Lord deliver poor DEMOCRITUS, and all his Friends; and for his Enemies, God grant they may never have a worse punishment betide them: intricate Cases are the Tacklings, Executions the Anchors, Capiases the Cables, Chancery Bills the huge Sails, a long Term the Mast, Law the Helm, a Judge the Pilot, a Councillor the Purser, an Attorney the Boatswain, his steering Clerk the Swabber, Bonds the Waves, Outlawries Gusts, the Verdicts of Juries rough Winds, Extents the Rocks that split all to pieces: All the difference between a ship and a prison being this; the one is a moving misery; and the other a standing one. That it is a Hell, who can imagine otherwise, when he shall hear the hideous rattling of chains, handcuffs, bolts, Guives and fetters, entered, you shall meet with persons of all conditions; one wringing his hands; another laughing; another swearing and cursing; one blaming Destiny; another, Luck; another, Fortune that brought him thither: one crying out of his evil wife: another of his false friend; another of his hard Creditor, that all like the Devil, and the seven deadly sins, laboured to bring him to that place of horror, whilst Lawyers and Jailers like promethean Vultures gnaw asunder the very heartstrings of the poor persecuted prisoners; being admitted into the Society or Fraternity of these Prison-patients, infected with the City pestilence, you may perceive the Plague Sores of the Law to be the offending and disturbent Diseases that infects the place. Being once enclosed in this Trojan-Horse, you must expect the Nullum Vacuum in your guts, that though you be never such a Coward when you come in, yet in three days you will have an admirable stomach; besides, like Hell, it is very easy to come in thither, but very rare and never to get out again. But oh! The Torments of the Hole! There might you see poor Democritus turned Heraclitus, beholding the poor souls lie grovelling on the bare boards, tormented with Racabites and Moabites: the one being bit with these Hellish Vermin, kicking his heels unto his bedfellow's mouth; a fire indeed they have which torments them the more, because they have not enough fitting, as if they had none at all: when I saw this I seriously conceived the sight thereof was more sad than any other object in the world, and Democritus had been suddenly translated into Melancholicus, had not a fellow sat sleeping before the small fire, and another fetched a pot of water of about 3 pints and after three motions, offering it towards him, slung it in his face, which caused me to return to my merry Cue of laughter, to see how like a drowned Rat the fellow rose, shook his ears, looked about him, and answered not a word. The last letters from Leaden-Hall street make mention of one Margery May, a Sowce-woman, Niece to Gillian a Brainford, that this last Christmas was apprehended by a blind leather-eared Constable for selling Bag-puddings, instead of Collars of Brawn; the deceit she used was (as my intelligence gives it) to get the largest sprig of Rosemary she could provide, and to sprinkle the same over with flower or white salt finely beat, by which trick, she hath deceived many purblind Cits, that having something hanging in their light could not distinguish the pudding from the brawn: the Sowce-woman pleads innocence, alleging she brought her Ware into the open Market, and there sold it; and if it were the ignorance of any to buy it, mistaking one thing for another, the fault was in them, and not in herself: she is committed to Barcardo by Justice Humkin, and is to be tried next Christmas by a Jury of Pudding-wives. Of this more hereafter. London, Printed for G. HORTON, 1653.

Mercurius Democritus, Issue 82

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Another Messenger with Letters from Holland, concerning the concluding of the peace between England and them, and the coming of Deputies with the Ratifications thereof. An Ordinance of the Lord Protector and his Council, concerning Delinquents and their Estates. Several ships taken at Sea. The proceedings of the Army in Scotland, against the Highlanders, with their bold attempts, and the prisoners lately taken. With variety of other intelligence from several other parts. The Lord Protector and his Council (the day before had under consideration certain Letters and Credentials presented by two Agents from the Isle of Amiland in Holland, desiring, that they may be esteemed as Neuters. They have many fisher boats belonging to that place, and some shipping, the names whereof they presented in writing, and certain marks, so that none may be deceived, but know them from any other. They plead that they have always been held a free State (having not, as they say, been subject to any Country) and desire that they may be esteemed so for the time to come. This being the day appointed for the entertaining of his Highness the Lord Protector in the City of London, it was done in a very magnificent manner: The streets from Grocers' Hall to Temple Bar were railed on both sides the way, and the Rails covered with blue cloth, with store of great Flags and Streamers, bearing the Arms of the respective Companies: The 24 Companies in their Liveries about 11 o'clock, took their places within the Rails, the Lord Mayor and Aldermen in their Robes, on Horseback went to meet his Highness at Temple Bar: His Highness came in his Coach from Whitehall, and in the Coach came along with him Major General Lambert, and the Lord President of the Council: The Life Guard marched before him, and the Heralds followed, the Foot Officers were bare on each side his Coach, and 12 Footmen in rich Liveries, two Pages before bare, General Whaley led up all the field Officers bravely mounted, and Commissary General Reynolds brought up the Rear, the Lord Mayor and Aldermen received His Highness at Temple Bar, where his Highness alighted out of his Coach and took horse: he was in a musk coloured suit richly embroidered with Gold: The Lord Mayor delivered up his sword, which was speedily redelivered to his Lordship, who rid bare before his Highness to Grocers' Hall, where the Recorder made a congratulatory Speech: his Highness and Officers were royally entertained, the Lord Mayor sitting on his right, and the Lord Henry Cromwell on his left hand, the rest that sat at his Table were of his Council and Officers of the Army: After dinner his Highness was conducted into an upper Room, and there entertained by the Lord Mayor with a sumptuous banquet, this being done his Highness knighted the Lord Mayor, and afterwards departed. May it please your Highness, my Lord Protector, it hath been observed by some, That when Samuel offered sacrifice, he therefore reserved the shoulders for Saul, that he might know what was the weight of Government: the consideration of which made Maximilian affirm, That none who knew how heavy Diadems were, would stoop to take them up. Governors are like the Heavenly Bodies, much in veneration, but never in rest; and how can it be otherwise expected, when they are not made for themselves, or their own glory, but for the safety and good of Mankind: as in the natural, so in the civil world, great things being ordained to serve the less: We see the Sun by its beams serving the eye of the meanest Fly, as well as of the greatest Potentate. The Supremacy of Satus Populi, was the conclusion of the twelve Tables, and will be a prevalent Maxim until the end of the world. By thus much my Lord, you may perceive the dark side of this leading Cloud of Government; but if God vouchsafe assistance from those shoulders upon which the Government is laid, and put under his everlasting Arms, you will see the bright side also, and thence receive encouragement. This support he is pleased to give, by letting Rulers know he is the Author of their power, and that from him they are to expect their Rule. The designation of Government, as to forms and persons, is an human institution, and mutable, as things that are made, but Government itself, abstractly considered in its pure original, is of a divine Offspring, and can with no less difficulty be shaken, than those Vestigias, which being as relations tell us, upon the tops of some mountains, above the Clouds, can be disordered by wind and tempest, And for the Rule, the word, or reason of God in the Divine understanding, is the eternal Law of all things. But this being too deep a Well for man's Bucket to draw out of, it pleased his infinite Goodness to let fall a Rivulet from this Source into the Creature; which leaving an impression in man's understanding, we call the Law of Nature: But man having this honour, presently became of no understanding; his mind being clouded with passions and sins, had soon need of superadded helps, which God gave him by those other Laws fit for Government, and still gives a spirit for the framing such Municipal Laws, as are according to his will, and suitable to the good of the people. But when this was done, the best Laws without a Government, were no other than as the Sword behind the Ephod; and therefore Moses in his time, and other Governors in their time, must be as walking Laws, and Administrators of Justice. We may conclude, my Lord, your Highness hath experimented both these encouragements, as being the spectator of some, and the subject of other great Revolutions which have happened in this Age, and Land of wonders: And not only know, that the most high rules in the Kingdoms of men, disposing them to whom he pleaseth; but also, that its not sufficient with the Princes of the Nations, to exercise dominion, which is the common Image of God, except there be also a share in the peculiar Image of his righteousness and holiness; they being Gods indeed, and after a peculiar manner, to whom the reason, or word of God so comes. My Lord, there is one help more in Government, which God is pleased often to add to the rest, which is the giving in of the affections of the people, the solemnity of this day, wherein the Citizens of this great City appear in their several Companies, as so many Cities within the City, speaks much to this; they leave it to other Nations to salute their Rulers and Victorious Commanders, with the names of Csares and Imperatores; and after Triumphs, to erect for them their Arcus Triumphales: But if I mistake not, their end this day, is not any such outward pomp or glory, but that those who have been delivered together, might rejoice together; and to express their desires, that the civil Sword might be as prosperous for public ends, in the hand where it is placed, as the Military Sword hath been in the same hand. This City seldom goes along in public actions: it was anciently called by Stephanides, the heart of the nation; and if the heart be in a Politic consideration, as it is in the natural, it will communicate life and spirits into the other members, by which means the whole body may unanimously contribute their endeavours to oppose the common enemy, and after all our distractions, see the Nation established upon the firm Basis of peace and righteousness, which is the end of Government, and shall now be the end of my further troubling Your Highness. Be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector; by and with the advice and consent of his Council, that Josias Bainers, Edw. Winslow, Rich. Moor, Joh. Upton, Edw. Cary, and Rice Williams, Esq. Or any four of them, be, and are hereby constituted and ordained Commissioners for the managing, ordering, and disposing of the Estates of all Delinquents now sequestered, or which shall be adjudged Delinquents, upon cases now depending, and of all Estates now under Sequestration for Recusancy. And that the said Commissioners, or any four of them, shall from and after Febr. 10. 1653. have power, and are hereby authorised to manage, order, set, let, or dispose of all and every the said Estates, during such time as the same shall remain under Sequestration. Provided, no Lease thereof to be granted, exceed the term of one year: And that the whole Rents, Revenues and Profits of the said Sequestrations and Sequestered Estates, shall be paid in at Goldsmiths' Hall, to the hands of Rich. Sherwin and John Leech, Esqs. who are hereby constituted and appointed Treasurers of the said Receipt. And the said Commissioners are hereby authorised and required to call all Commissioners for Sequestrations, Treasurers, Receivers, and other persons employed by the former Commissioners for compounding, in the several Counties, to an account for all and every sum and sums of money in their, or any of their hands, of the said Sequestered Estates, or any of them. From Holland we hear; that the outward face of the affairs there, carry the countenance of resemblance of peace with England, and they talk of sending away another messenger, with an account how far all the Provinces have proceeded. Some Letters make mention of some shipwrecks by reason of the high winds at Sea on the 4 and 5 of this present month. The Irish taking advantage of the winter season, play their pranks in some parts of that Nation, but they may be shortly met with. Colonel Mackworth, Governor of the Town of Shrewsbury, is made one of his Highness Council. New Judges will very suddenly be made to ride this next Circuit. There was little news this week from France, only some say the Prince of Conti is come in, and Charles Stuart is not yet gone from Paris; the titular Duke of York, hath been shrewdly shaken with so sore a spirit as an Ague, and is not yet rid of it; many young Lords of the Kingdom, both of the one religion, and the other do daily come to visit him. The Protestant Nobility have of late been much respected, and preferred by the King of France, the Cardinal Mazarini no ways repining at it. By Letters from Scotland thus. Colonel Daniel hath done good service not far from St. Johnstons, and taken nine Troopers well mounted, their Cornet being killed upon the place. Glencarn hath sent a terrible Letter to the Scots Troop in our Army, threatening them with the utmost extremities, for the injuries received by them, and for the loss of his Captain Lieutenant, who is his kinsman so ruinous is his resolution, that whosoever of their own nation, will not deliver up their men and horses to serve him in the war, are to have their families and themselves imprisoned, and their houses burned with unquenchable fire. From Portsmouth they write, That our Fleet is yet near S. Helen's points, yet many Scouts are abroad. The Newcastle Frigate hath brought into Burlington, a Dutch man of War; this ship did usually lie on that Coast, going and coming: The Captain and other Officers are carried to York Jail. Letters from Holland do make mention, that they even make themselves sure there of a Peace with England, to which the sending back of some prisoners of which we had taken, and the continuance of our Fleet at St. Helen's point, which might have alarmed them, doth make them to presume the more of it. I am informed of a Letter which advertiseth of seven ships gone lately with Arms from Holland to the Highlanders, but I much doubt the truth of it, by reason of the present overtures, and the hazard they should run by so doing. I made mention before of some ships taken by the Dutch from us: we have taken this week 17 ships from them, 11 whereof, some being Merchants, and some men of war, are very considerable. It is further certified from Holland, that although the most of the Provinces have consented to the Articles of Agreement for the peace between England and themselves, yet Friezland stands off, and all the rest are under a cloud of Jealousy; for their Frigates are making ready with all the speed that may be, in which the Shipwrights by a strict command are so prophanely diligent, that they do work on Sunday, and all their whole Fleet will be ready to launch forth within these three weeks at the furthest. It is reported, that the Lord Brederode, and the Lord Opdam their Admiral, were to be sent hither, but the former hath excused himself by reason of his great age. There is another Messenger come from Holland, who speaks very confidently of Peace, and sayeth, That within a matter of 14 days, Deputies will be here from the respective Provinces; further affirming, that the Province which was most averse, hath now consented to the Articles which came from England, This is good news if true at the last. But there is yet some cause to doubt, if we consider, not only how they have served us before, but how they have played their game often in their Treaties with Spain. On Saturday night last, or rather on Sunday morning about three or four of the clock, (the watch rising too early) Mr. Hancock at the Greyhound Tavern in Fleet Street, was robbed of about 50 pound in Plate, and himself wounded in his bed. There were 9 or 10 of the Thieves, who all escaped at the present, but it's probable Justice will overtake them. There came Letters from some part of our Fleet, which certify, that we have taken two French Picaroons, and a Dutch vessel laden with salt and other commodities. The Letters this last Post from Scotland say, that the Lord Athol and Seafort, are joined together with their forces, and that they make many bold attempts upon the English, and the English are as gallant as may be in daring them to fight; but what is done by the Highlanders are properly deeds of darkness and are principally executed in the night, yet do we daily take many of them, and shall shortly drive them further off and hunt them out of their Dens into the Rocks and Mountains for shelter; we have parties go out daily to find them out, twenty prisoners were brought into St Johnstons the 5 of this instant, which is all at present that we have from thence. From several parts beyond the seas we hear, That the Turkish Fleet at Constantinople is retreated; the General Bashaw having made his peace, by presenting the young Emperor a young Virgin of extraordinary beauty. The Diet at Regensburgh is busy upon the examination of the Oath given to the new King of the Romans, and regulating of the privy Council of the Emperor, that of the Empire, next, to regulate the Courts of Justice, and so to conclude the Diet.

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This day was published an Ordinance for further doubling upon and finishing the sale of Dean's and Chapter's Lands, &c. By which it is Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council, That over and above the sum of three hundred thousand pounds, appointed to be borrowed upon the security held forth by the first Act, and over and above the sum of one hundred and twenty thousand pounds more, borrowed upon the security held forth in the two other Acts, the sum of twenty thousand pounds shall be further borrowed upon the security of the premises, by way of doubling the like sum, as shall be due to any person or persons, Body politick or Corporate, forany Money, Plate, Horse, Arms or other thing advanced upon the public Faith, or which hath been at any time allowed by any Act or Ordinance of Parliament, to be doubled as public Faith; together with Interest upon such public Faith Debts, after the rate of eight pounds in the hundred, by the year, until the stating of such Debts and Interest, by the Persons named and appointed in and by an Act of Parliament, Entitled, An Additional Act for sale of several Lands and Estates forfeited to the Commonwealth for Treason, to be Register Accomptant, or any of them. And to be allowed only six pounds in the hundred by the year, for the whole of such doubled public Faith Debts until the payment thereof, or defalcation upon purchase, to whom any Debts capable of doubling within this present Ordinance, shall be due, and his and their respective assigns, and all persons doubling such debts and their respective Assigns, shall have all and the like liberties, privileges, benefits, and advantages respectively in reference to the premises, as any might have had by the former Acts, save only what is hereby altered with restriction to Debts and Interests. And they shall pay in to the Treasurers the money wherewith he or they ought to double within ten days next after Certificate thereof to the Treasurers, or otherwise shall lose his or their public Faith Debts, unless he or they shall show good cause to the Treasurers for their failure. And the Certificates or Receipts to be given by the Treasurers, for money to be doubled upon this Ordinance, as also all Certificates, Receipts, or Bills for moneys or Debts doubled or transferred upon the securities held forth by any the Acts aforesaid, which were defalkable in payment for any purchase made within the same former Acts shall be made defalkable in payment in manner & form following. 1. That the Certificates or Receipts for moneys to be doubled upon this Ordinance, shall be defalkable in payment for both moieties of the purchase moneys, payable for any part of the premises which yet remains uncontracted for, And in payment for all second moieties payable upon contract made of any the said premises, at any time before the passing of this Ordinance. 2. And the Certificates, Receipts or Bills for moneys doubled or transferred upon the securities held forth by any of the said Acts, shall beequally and alike defalkable for any or both moieties of the purchase money, payable for any the premises exposed to sale by any the former Acts either contracted or uncontracted for. And it is further Ordained and Declared, That where any present Estate of, or in any the Lands &c. of the late Archbishops, Bishops, &c. shall be doubtfully returned upon any Survey, the Tenant or Tenants claiming such Estate, shall (as to the Lands surveyed) before the first day of July, 1654. and as to the Lands unsurveyed, within three months next after the respective Returns of the Surveys thereof to the respective Registers for sale of the premises, make proof of their Estate before the Commissioners for removing of Obstructions, and procure their Order for allowance thereof, or otherwise shall for ever be barred and excluded from any benefit or advantage thereby. And such who hold any of the Lands, &c. exposed to sale, and yet undiscovered, and which are or ought to be in the present possession of the respective Trustees for the use of the Commonwealth, shall make the first discovery thereof to the Surveyor General, before named; every such person desiring the same shall be admitted the pre-emption of all such Lands, &c. at the lowest rates the respective Contractors are enabled to sell the same for: And where any person possessed of all such Lands, &c. yet undiscovered, by virtue of any Lease or Copy of Court-roll, dated before the first day of December, One thousand six hundred forty one, granted by any who have power to make or grant the same, shall before the said first day of July bring or send in a true copy of his or their Lease or Leases, Copy or Copies of Court-roll, to the said Surveyor general, that a survey may be had of the premises, every such person coming in within thirty days next after the Return of any such Survey, shall be admitted to the pre-emption of the reversion of his Lease or Copy, with the present rent incident thereunto at the lowest rates. And in case of his or their neglect to bring or send in such true copy or copies before the said first day of July all and every such person and persons shall forfeit and lose his or their present estate by Lease or Copy, and any person or persons who afterwards shall discover the same, shall have and be admitted to the pre-emption of the present possession of such lands. And Sir William Roberts Knight, John Blackwel the elder, James Russel, Thomas Middleton, Robert Fenwick, Thomas Aires, and Edward Cresset, Esquires, or any three or more of them, are authorised to execute Acts, Authorities, powers and things relating as well to the sale of the Manors of Rectories, and Glebe Lands, &c. And the Trustees for sale of Bishops' Lands have power to make Warrants to the Treasurers for the sale of the manors of Rectories, Glebes, &c. or one of them, for the payment of such incident charges as have or shall arise upon the sale of the Manors of Rectories, Glebes, &c. belonging to the late Archbishops, and Bishops only; and the Treasurers that receive such moneys as shall be doubled hereon, shall not issue forth any port of the twenty thousand pounds hereby appointed to be doubled, but by and in such manner, as His Highness with the advice and consent of the Council shall direct. And James Noel is Treasurer in the room of Alderman Thomas Noel late deceased. This day came out a Declaration for a Thanksgiving, as followeth. That this hath been a Nation of blessings in the midst whereof so many wonders have been brought forth by the outstretched arm of the Almighty, even to astonishment, and wonder, Who can deny? Ask we the Nations of this matter and they will testify, and indeed the dispensations of the Lord have been as if he had said, England thou art my firstborn, my delight amongst the Nations, under the whole Heavens the Lord hath not dealt so with any of the people round about us. The Lord having added another Link to this golden Chain of his loving kindness by giving us a Peace with our Neighbours the United Provinces, (whereby he hath not only stopped a great issue of blood, but we trust also given us hearts to unite our blood and strength for the mutual defence of each other)calls for great return of Thanks for the same. It is therefore thought fit to set apart Tuesday, being the 23 of this present May, as a day for Praise, and for the Thankful Acknowledgement of this blessing of Peace, which we hope hath in the womb of it many other Blessings. And let us not forget our other Mercies, was not the Earth lately so unusually parched up, that it threatened famine, and did cause the Beasts of the field to mourn for want of food, and water to sustain it? And hath not the Lord so watered the Earth that he hath turned those fears into expectation of the greatest plenty that ever was seen by any now living in this Nation? Consider we also the way whereby the Lord imparted this Mercy to us, did any amongst us, foreknow it was coming, was it not by stirring up our hearts to seek the same by prayer, and that immediately before the Lord vouchsafed us this mercy? And doth not this bespeak? 1. That the manner of conveying this Mercy is the best part of the Mercy. 2. That the Lord has not cast us off, that his Spirit yet strives with us, that he hath a people of his love amongst us, and loves the Nation so far as to provoke it to be in love with calling upon the Name of the Lord for better things than Corn and Wine. 3. That he knows best how and when to answer the expectation of the Husbandman, and when to hear, even the mourning of the brute Beast, who will yet much more hear the desires of them that fear him, and that in the fittest season. 4. That the Heavens having thus declared the Glory of God, and the Earth answering thereunto in its fruitfulness, Why should we be melted and softened, humbling ourselves under these marvellous kindnesses, and abounding unto all fruitfulness in every good word and work of love; And if every place hath been made partaker of his showers, why should not we (laying aside our differences) be enlarged also each to other? 5. That seeing the Lord hath been thus universal in this Mercy, why should we not universally turn from the National Evils and vain Practices which are yet too superstitiously and customarily exercised amongst us, which we need not repeat here, because they are too well known, and We trust will be remembered by those godly Ministerswho shall be called to Preach unto the People upon this occasion. Conclude we with the words of David, Psal. 107.30,31,32,33,34,35,36,37,38. Then they are glad, because they be quiet, so he bringeth them unto their desired Haven. O that Men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of Men. Let them exalt him also in the Congregation of the People, and praise him in the Assembly of the Elders. He turneth Rivers into a Wilderness, and the water-springs into dry ground. A fruitful Land into barrenness, for the wickedness of them that dwell in it. He turneth the Wilderness into a standing water, and the dry ground into Water-springs. And there he maketh the hungry to dwell, that they may prepare a City for Habitation. And sow the Fields, and plant Vineyards, which may yield fruits of increase. He blesseth them also, so that they are multiplied greatly, and suffereth not their Cattle to decrease. O that Men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the Children of Men. Given at Whitehall this 9th of May, 1654. There is every day in the week twice, viz. at ten a clock in the morning, and at six at night, a meeting of the Lord Protector's Family at the Chapel at Whitehall, where his Highness Chaplin, Mr. Lokier &c. expounds to them. Warsaw 13 April, The King of Poland is often in conference with the Senators that are here, about the ways of providing moneys both for the Levies, and for the pay of the Soldiery already raised, and in the service of this Crown. We have intelligence from the Ukraine, confirming the march of our General Poloskey with 12000 men as far as the River of Bog, under Ploskeirow, where he hath joined some forces of the Palatine of Breslaw, and of the new Hospador of Walachia, hoping with their assistance to carry the Town of Vinniese upon the said River, and thereby be near the Cossacks, to foment their divisions and discontents, and gain the chiefest of them, being already very much weary of the great authority the Duke of Muscovy usurps upon them, whose armies do stand still, without attempting anything. Few days since we had the News of the death of the Duke Radzivill, whom the King of Poland had made a while since Palatine of Poloskey. Reginsburgh 27 April. The 20. instant the Pallgrave arrived here with a small retinue and had audience of the Emperor, the next day. His Majesty hath put off again his journey, until the fifth of the next month, that he might be present to the conclusion of the Diet, and have the answer of the States upon his demand of a sum of money for his extraordinary charges during his abode here. The Deputies of the Elector of Colen, and of the Duke of Newburgh, have two days since received the investiture in the name of their Masters, from the Emperor, with the usual ceremonies. Hamburgh 27 April, The Count Benedict Oxenstern coming from Wismar, hath been here, and is going to Sedan, to meet General Koningsmark, as it is supposed with the Orders of the Qu. of Sweden, for blocking up the City of Bremen, after the taking of all places round about it. The said General hath armed all the Country people of the Archbishopric of Bremen, intending to besiege Bezerkesse. Those of Bremen continue their levies, being resolved to resist to the last extremity, hoping to be protected and relieved by the Hollanders and other States, though doubtful whether they will draw the Swedish Forces upon their back. General Monk Commander in chief in Scotland, hath published this following Declaration. The Commonwealth of England having used all means of tenderness and affection towards the People of this Nation, by receiving them (after a chargeable and bloody War) into Union with England, and investing them with all the Liberties and privileges thereof (purchased at the expense of so much Blood and Treasure) and by daily protecting them with their Army and Navy, at a great charge (of which this Nation undergoeth no more than their equal proportion with England) against their Enemies both abroad and at home, whereby all of them might enjoy the Fruits and Benefits of Peace; Yet divers lewd persons, broken in their fortunes, and dissolute in their Lives, are run intoRebellion, who being assisted and connived at by their Parents, Brethren, Tutors, Masters, and people among whom they live, who secretly conceal them in their houses in the day time, and in the night suffer them to Rob and plunder the Country, whereby the peaceable people of this Nation are many of them ruined, and the rest disturbed, so that they cannot live in Peace. And to the end that no peaceable means might be left unattempted, for the prevention thereof. I by virtue of the authority to me given by his Highness and his Council, do declare, That all such persons that are now in Rebellion, (except such as are expected in the Acts of Grace) who shall within twenty days after the publication hereof, come in, and submit him or themselves, to the Governor of the next English Garrison , and give good security for his or their future peaceable living, shall bee, and is hereby in his and their persons, freely pardoned, for any offence, spoil, or plunders committed by him or them in this present rebellion (the killing of any person in cold blood only excepted.) And I do Declare, that if any Parents, Brethren, or Tutors, who have assisted and connived at any their Sons, Brothers, or Pupils now in Rebellion, as aforesaid, shall within twenty days after publication hereof, cause their said Sons, Brothers, or Pupils, to render themselves, and give security, as aforesaid, that then the said Parents, Brethren, and Tutors, who have so offended, are hereby freely pardoned; But if otherwise, then the said Parents, Brethren, and Tutors, who have so offended, shall be imprisoned during the time the said persons do remain in Rebellion. And in regard divers persons who are now in Rebellion, and who have lived remote from their friends, but could not probably break out into Rebellion, without the knowledge or consent of some of the Inhabitants of that Parish or Presbytery where he or they last lived, before their breaking forth, I do therefore hereby Declare, that the said Parish or Presbytery where he or they last lived, procure the said person or persons so broken forth, to render him or themselves within twenty days after Publication hereof, and give security, as aforesaid, That then the said Parish or Presbytery so offending, is hereby pardoned;But if otherwise, I do hereby impose upon the said Parish and Presbytery, two shillings six pence a day for each Horseman, and ten pence a day for each Footman, so broken into Rebellion, over and above their Ordinary Sesse, out of the said Parish or Presbytery, which the Governor of the next English Garrison is hereby authorized to levy and receive monthly, during the time the said persons shall so continue in Rebellion. And I do likewise hereby empower all the good people of this Nation, to apprehend all such person, and persons as are, or hereafter shall break out into Rebellion, or attempt so to do, and safely to deliver him or them to the Governor of the next English Garrison; and in case of resistance to take such weapons as they can get, and to fight the said person or persons; and if they shall kill any of the said persons so resisting, they shall not be questioned for the same, but (on the contrary) shall receive a reward of their good service, all such Moneys, Goods, Horses, and Clothes, as the said Rebellious Persons are then possessed of, besides full satisfaction of their pains and travel therein. And in regard this present Rebellion hath been principally contrived, fomented, and is now obstinately maintained by Major General Middleton, the Earl of Athol, the Earl of Seaforth, Viscount Kenmore, Donald McDonald Laird of Glengarry, and Major General Dayel; I do hereby therefore Declare, That what such person or persons soever of this Nation, (except such as are before excepted) shall kill any of the said principal Contrivers, or shall deliver any of them prisoner, to any Governor of any English Garrison, the said person or persons so killing, or bringing prisoner, as aforesaid, shall not only be pardoned for anything he or they have acted in this late Rebellion, but shall also receive as a reward of his good service, the sum of two hundred pounds sterling, for every person so killed or brought prisoner, as aforesaid. And lastly, for the encouragement of all peaceable and well affected people, both English and Scots, I do also hereby Declare, That what damage, shall be done to their persons, goods or Gear, for their good affection to the Public, the same shall bee again repaired out of the Estates of such as have done the damage, or out of the Estates of the Friends and harbourersof such wrongdoers, or out of the Parish, Presbytery, or Shire where the wrong is done, in case they do not apprehend the said Offenders, or give the English Forces such timely notice thereof, that the said Offenders may be apprehended by them. And I do hereby require all Provosts, Bailiffs, and Chief Officers of Head Burghs, in their several Burghs, to cause these presents to be duly published and posted up, according to the usual form, and to certify their doings therein to me, in writing, under his or their hands. Given under my Hand at Dalkieth, this 4. day of May, 1654. GEORGE MONCK. One Downes, and one Smith, were by the Sessions in the Old Bailey this week found guilty of Coining false half crowns, shillings, and six pences of several stamps, of the Kings, James and Charles, and the States; the Rings fine silver, but the middle, base mettle. One is Fined 1200 pounds, and perpetual Imprisonment, for taking off the Lead from Paul's, and the Scaffolds, and carrying them away. Constantinople 13 April. Our fleet of war is to be 30 great Galleys more than the last years was. Signor Capello, the Venice Ambassador is still prisoner, without hope of any new Overtures. Rome 20 April. The Pope is not yet well, but goes abroad. He hath given his last made Cardinals the Livings and Pensions which Cardinal Assi had, who is still at Saminey with the Marquis his Brother. The King of Spain hath given Cardinal Medici all that the deceased Cardinal Piemontelli had, for his faithful service, to keep or dispose of. Some of those who some years since murdered the Bishop of Castino, are brought hither prisoners. The Pope declared the 13 instant, with his Consissory, that henceforth no Congregation shall be held in any of the Cardinal's houses, under any pretence whatsoever, but all in effect Vatican, because of Medici's transactors for the Spanish Faction, and the Spanish Ambassador hath been refused audience, and his Letters have been opened in the Pope's palace. Madam Lucretia Barberina, was married at Loretta the sixteenth instant, to the Duke of Modena by the Cardinal Fachinatti. Milan eighth April, Several Forces are come hither of the new Levies from Germany, but the Vice King of Naples hath sent none as he promised, diverting his for Catalonia; the Country people rose and fell on the Garrison of Tarragona, killed some Captains and others, and both parties are gone to Barcelona, to have that act judge; the people are weary of the Spaniards, and incline to the French, which makes the Governor very diligent. Turenn 20 April, Marques Taracena being to take the Field next month with twelve thousand of his own, and from Lomberdy, Germany, and the Garrisons, besides those expected from Naples, order is given to all our Governors to be watchful. Bremen 29, April, an Ambassador of Muscovie with a hundred Horse passed by here, here are four new Companies raising. Venice 20. April, our General Moclenigo is ready to sail for Candia with twelve of the Nobility, four thousand Foot, and a hundred Horse, and many Engines to defend our Garrisons there. The Turks reinforce the Fort of Lazarotto to hinder us; Forces are sent to relieve Clissa, if the Turks gathered at Spalatro move towards it. A new fashion vessel with thirty piece of Ordnance invented by Angelo Barberigo is making, he is to have a great reward if it perform what it promised. Brussels 9. May, The fourth instant the Duke went with forty Coaches (most with six Horses) to meet Duke Francis of Lorain a league off from hence, and came in at eight at night, they have been sumptuously entertained. The 22 Troops in Naples have been mustered, 770 returned with orders to have new clothes two months hence, and then to remove their old quarters, during which time the Vice-Roy will visit the Frontiers, and finish the Levy for Catalonia of 1200. foot upon eight Galleys. Engonlesm 10. May, Monsieur Baleac being dead hath left 2000. Livers to the French Academy, for the most eloquent Orators for twenty years, and the like sum to buy Books for this Chapter, and made the poor of the Hospital where he was buried his Heirs. Bassee 10. May, Our Governor hath stopped the Lorainers' march by straightening them of Provisions, a Party from St. Menebouldfetched great plunder from beyond the Mease. Col. Venables and Col. Ingolsby are come from Ireland, and have presented their addresses from the Council there, to his Highness the Lord Protector. General Blake being come to Town from the Fleet, he with the Lord Mayor, and some Lords of the Council dined this day with his Highness the Lord Protector, General Pen is with the Fleet in the Downs, the Northern Squadron that convey the Coals will shortly be there God willing, the Brest Men are out, and do mischief upon the Western coasts. By Letters from several places of England is advertised, that the Peace hath been proclaimed with great joy, and the People's affections more and more enlarged to his Highness the Lord Protector; as for instance, one Letter from Berwick, the like whereof hath been from many other places. Berwick, May 7. 1654. The joyful tidings of Peace was in great solemnity yesterday proclaimed in this Town, where was present the Mayor, Aldermen, and other Officers, all in their Gowns, with the Governor, and the Officers of the Garrison, the Musicians in loud Instruments standing upon the Cross, and the Drums beating a Call, all the Towns inferior Officers standing in their Gowns bare-headed under the Musicians on the foreside of the Cross, with their Maces elevated, and the Proclamation being ended there was great Acclamations, the people crying, God save the Lord Protector of England, &c. whereupon the Drums beat, Musicians played on their loud Instruments, and Bells rung apace, insomuch that quite round the Market the people could scarce hear one another speak for the noise; Mr. Mayor, the Aldermen and the Governor and Officers went up to the Town Chamber, and there saluted each other, and the Mayor &c. entertained the Governor and Garrison Officers with Banqueting stuff, and several sorts of Wine very gallantly, for nigh the space of three hours; in the mean time the Musicians playing on the stair-head at the entrance into the great Hall, and truly yester night at nine a clock the solemnity of the day was not over, for theBells ceased not till that time, and Bonfires then burning apace; how we of this place relished the news you may imagine. 1. That they use their utmost endeavour for the propagating of the Romish Catholic Religion. 2. That they celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph as the rest of the Patrons of the Kingdom used to do. 3. That they pay a considerable sum to the Emperor for the maintenance of his Household Officers, Ambassadors, Residents and Attendants. 4. That they pay their proportion for maintenance of the Frontier places of Hungaria. 5. That they continue the maintenance of the Imperial Forces quartered in that Kingdom, and pay those which his Majesty shall disband. 6. That they suffer not the importation of foreign Salt without paying the usual Customs and Duties. 7. That they neither suffer the importation, nor in any thing the use of the bad Turkish wool. 8. That they shall incessantly cause the River of Elve to be made navigable as far as this Town. 9. That they perform whatsoever hath been agreed on in former Assemblies touching the other Affairs of the Kingdom. It is confirmed from Brazil, that our men have utterly driven out the Hollanders from those parts. Last week the Deputies of the City of Rheims arrived here to assure His Majesty that the Inhabitants are about with a great care, befitting their zeal and fidelity to make all things ready for his Reception, against the Ceremony of his Coronation. The 11. instant the Queen of Sweden having honoured the French Academy, with her picture, it was presented to them at the Chancellor's house in Paris, where they met and received as a precious testimony of that learned and worthy Princess's affection. Mr. Donjar then President of the Academy in Mr. de la Brosse Montmors's absence, who is their Director, having madea rare speech in commendation of the excellent qualities of the said Queen. The 12. The King with all the Court returned hither from Fontainebleau. All is making ready here for the Campania, the King's Forces in Picaroy, Campaign and Burgundy, having been commanded to make ready to be at the Rendezvous about the end of this month. We are making great Levies here and everywhere. Marshal de Thurenne is to command a potent Army in Flanders. Yesterday we had news that the Count de Harcourt is wholly submitting to the King's will and ready to surrender Bresac. Paris 9 May. A week since one calling himself Mons. Quatarze a person of note addressed himself to the Abbot of Palnan, one of Cardinal Mazarine's Chamber, who brought him to the Cardinal, and after a long Conference, he was the next day carried to Montargie, where great endeavours are used for the general Peace. And Mazarine met the Lord Pimontelly there (kept incognito) only he sent to acquaint the Queen with it. There are new Propositions offered for agreement with the Prince of Conde. The Duke of Guise is to be General of the French Fleet, and Marquis du Plessis Bellieure Lieut. General, which is to go either for Naples or Catalonia. The Duke of Joyeuse is to be Lieutenant General of the Horse in the Army of Flanders. Brussels 6 May, The Duke of Lorain hath now liberty of the walks in the Castle. The Lord St. Martin one of his Council, and Master of his Horse, and be that was Cap. Of his Life Guard are at liberty, and went out, and met, and returned with Prince Francis, with the Nobles and the Officers of the Lorain Forces, and the rest, who brought him hither in great pomp. Orders for the process of the Earl of Bassigny and the Baron of Mervy is sent from Spain, who are kept more strictly than before. Hague 10 May, Strict guards were set upon our Harbours that no ships should go before this day. A small prize came in last week to the Texell taken on the coasts of Scotland. Here is an Ambassador from Muscovy, who is going for France, & doth by the way demand of us some Officers & Ammunition of war. The Peace was published (the 8 May) by the English account the 28April. And there is no fort of any breach; If our fine provoke not. Scilley 5 May. The Indians had a design to have murdered the English in Virginia, but it was discovered. A Brest man of war had taken an English Vessel, going to Wales with Coals, who only plundered it, and it came hither yesterday. Some poor Englishmen taken in Meldrum's Brests ship, got liberty, and are since got to Brest in service again. We have taken one Brest man of war lately, in which is Thomas Sloe, a notable Gunner. Dalkeith 9 May. On May the fourth his Highness the Lord Protector was Proclaimed at Edinburgh with great acclamation. Twelve sale of our men of war are going from Leith. Gen. Monk is going towards Stirling tomorrow. Middleton hath sent out several Commanders for Levies, Drummond to Loughtay, and Glencairn to secure him with 100 horse Col Murray to Athol: Montrose to Branar, and others to other places, But we shall shortly be among them. Col. Morgan hath had hard Duties, but the Enemy will not come near him, but gives him the slip among the hills. The Scotch Ministers even in our quarters pray for Charles Stuart, whom it seems they have a hope to see again among them, so besotted they are and mad; two ships from Dunkirk have brought Men, Arms, and Ammunition to Middleton, but of all that join with them we hear of few that have estates to subsist on, but the Ringleaders. Milford Haven 8 May: Our ships are gone hence for Ireland. The Brest men have taken three Barques coming from Dublin to Liverpool and Chester. Rye 12 May. A Barque coming hither from Diep, in which was many passengers was set upon by an Ostend Freebooter and sunk, only most of the passengers were saved, but 7 of the Ostend menwere slain. There are two French Merchants' ships have been lately taken prize with Wine, &c. An Ordinance passed this day for continuing the Ordinance for further suspending the proceedings of the Judges named in the Act of Parliament, Entitled, An Act for relief of creditors and poor prisoners, until the 31 day of this instant May. The discontent in Holland, and what hath been done about it, is only thus. The Princess Dowager, and the Princess Royal, and the rest of the Family of Nassaw, have made an application by a paper presented to the States General, bemoaning their condition as sad by the late Articles of Peace with England, And some forty women came weeping and crying out, bemoaning the Prince of Orange, saying, Ah! poor Prince, what hast thou done that thou shouldest be thus used? ah, poor childe ! what a sad condition art thou in? and the like expressions; which was not much regarded; and that is all the business. All being quiet, and in very good order, and if that Family will live peaceably, they may; The last week was the Fair kept at the Hague, at which time the Trained band (as they use to do every year) went out in, to the field in their gallantry. An Ordinance is passed by his Highness, with advice of his Council, for the relief of poor Creditors in Scotland. An Ordinance for the Courts that use to be kept in Chester City, to be kept at Northwich during the time of the Sickness being in Chester City. An additional Ordinance passed for mending the Highways. There is nothing yet concluded in our Treaty with the French Ambassador, but what may be time will show. The Committee meet about the Law, but find it a hard work, to alter the old Channel; But it is believed something will be dispatched about a fortnight hence for the Committee at Salter's Hall to act by. The Government of Jersey is near finished. Mr John Lilburn received his Habeas Corpus from the Upper Bench, and the desire to be brought thither. The Writs are preparing against the time they are to issue forth, for the calling of a Parliament according to the Instrument of the Government of the Commonwealth of England.

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Appointed by Authority to be printed and published for the true information of the people of this Nation. From Friday January 13. to Friday January 20. 1653. By Letters from Holland came as followeth, Here hath again been a great loss to this Country, both by fire and water, and all occasioned by a great storm of wind last Tuesday, all day and all night. But the first cause is doubtless the wrath of God against this Country, which is so evident that truly everybody feel it, and few that have any grace, but will confess it also: But are still as ignorant how to pacify this anger of the Lord, as if they never had had God's Word amongst them. It is true, the common sins of Pride, Whoredome, Drunkenness, and Excess, are generally cried out against, as the cause of all our miseries, and doubtless these sins do much provoke the Lord, being come to so great a height in this Country: But these sins are too common to all Nations, especially in prosperity, and therefore the wiser sort do find fault with one another, Adam and Eve like, but very few that lay these things to heart, so as to say, this sin of mine is a cause, and so forsake the same. The Dutch Deputies are now gone over to Holland, yet there is some hopes there may be a conclusion of peace, which will be within ten days, or else none likely. The English Fleet is still in the Channel and General Pen with them, Gen. Blake, Gen. Monk, and General Desborough are returned to Whitehall, and General Monk is ordered to go for Scotland. This day the Ambassador newly come over from the King of France, had audience by his Highness the Lord Protector, whom he congratulated in his new Government. Letters from France say, that Charles Stuart at the Palace Royal in Paris, feasted the French King, with some French Lords and Ladies and there were his brothers the Duke of York and Gloucester, Prince Rupert is come thither, but it holds true, that Prince Maurice is drowned. Forasmuch as it is apparent, That [notwithstanding my Proclamation of Septem. 27. last] many serviceable horses daily go to the Enemy, to the great disservice of the Peace of this Nation, which could not be without too much connivance of the Owners or Possessors: These are therefore strictly to require all manner of persons, who now are or hereafter shall be possessed of any serviceable horses or Mares, exceeding the value of 5 l. sterling, to bring in the same within 48. hours next after publication hereof, unto the next adjacent Garrison or Quarters of our Army, under the penalty not only of forfeiting treble the value of such horses, and mares, as shall not be brought in the one moiety thereof to the use of the State and the other moiety to the party informing, but also be deemed as an open enemy, and dealt withal accordingly. Given under my hand and seal at Dalkieth, Decem. 14. 1653. R. Lilburn. The Lord Kinoule Alexander Nipper Capt. John English late Foot Soldier in Dundee, but reduced. James Bowter, Patrick Henry Fetchry. William Moward. Patrick Knock. John Hamilton. Rob Jackson. James Blayer, Laird of Balgello his Brother, Laird Ross, late Captain at Worcester. This day the Council considered of the business touching his Highness's household, and made some progress therein. By Letters from Captain Foster, Commander of the Phnix Frigate, dated in Ously Bay the 5. of January, 1653. Was this day advertised, that he had landed the Lord Ambassador Whitlock, with the safe arrival of the other ships and Vessels appointed to attend his Lordship, Decem: 17 last at Gothenburg, where he was honourably received by the Governor, and the Magistrates of that City. And his Lordship went his voyage towards Stockholm with rainy blustering weather. The 21. of December, he came out with his ship when the wind blew hard with much snow, endeavouring the Yutish coast, anchored in ten fathom water, and discovered a Fleet of ships; and December 22. in the morning got the weather gage of them, endeavoured to discover what men of War were amongst them, and saw only one ship of countenance, and a private Man of War of eight Guns. The Fleet being Hollanders, ran from the Sound; and 72 sail, some with 6. some four, others two Guns, upon our Guns firing amongst them, cut their cables and run towards the Sound; but before they got clear we boarded and manned three of them, which prizes were kept to the windward of us, and about 8 a clock we engaged them. After the passing of two broadsides, the private Man of war ran after their Fleet, we continued the Dispute until 4 a clock at night, (at which time we passed broadsides close board and board as fast as we could tack our ships.) The Enemy then ran towards his Fleet, we pursued him, and after several broadsides, intended to board him; and though our Boultsprit shot by the board, our Main and Foremast shot through, scarce a shroud whole, our Hull much shot, four of our men slain, and eleven wounded; he firing as he retreated, yet we made him in such a sinking condition, that whilst he fired his Guns, he called to his Fleet to save his men, about 4 leagues off at Anchor under an Island. About 400 horse and foot were looking on us from the shore, we received shot from the Enemy of 36. l. weight. But night hindered our pursuit. About three in the afternoon next day three Holland men of war (two of them very great ships) being come from Holland to convoy their Fleet, came right before the wind upon us, we then bore to our prizes, took all our men out of them and would have fired them had we had time. The last news from Warsovia, that the King with all his Army, consisting of above eighty thousand men Horse and Foot, was upon their March to encounter the Tartars and Cossacks, who are joined together, but remain asunder, being in two distinct bodies: By some prisoners lately brought to his Majesty, we hear that the General of the Cossacks hath made a particular Treaty with the Kam of the Tartars which if true will exclude him from making any peace or accommodation with the Crown of Poland. From Regensburg thus: The Diet is not yet concluded, there being new differences happened between the Prince Elector, and his Uncle the Duke of Simmeren, about the enjoying of some Land which each other pretended to be his. Some Commissioners are appointed to examine the matter, and so to report it: as also some differences between the Landgraves William, and the Earnest of Hassia, From Dsseldorf we are advertised thus: The duke of Newburgh is still at Mulheim, being not well pleased with the Assembly met in this City, by reason that they have denied him the sums of money which he demanded of them. The difference between the City of Cullen and their Elector is near agreed, he having set at liberty all the Barges and Boats, which by his order had been stopped at Bonna. From Italy and parts adjacent came information thus: The Infanta Maria of Saucy is here at Rome, but yet as incognito; she intends to remain here for some time. The Pope hath also given several Abbeys, and other good Benefices to some of his domestic Servants, and appointed new Nuncios to go into several places of those parts. From Genoa thus: We hear from Madrid, that an Express was come to the Court to inform his Majesty that there was landed at Coronna in Galazia, three thousand Irish soldiers who were appointed to Winter Quarters, which doth something startle the Portugals, who made a show as if they would have besieged Cindad Rodrigo. The Duke of Tursie is also expected at Barulona with four Galleys, who are to bring good store of Ammunition and Moneys for the payment of the Garrison: One of the Spanish Galleys hath lately taken a very rich prize upon the French, being a ship bound for Marscillis. Concerning our Fleet by Letters from Portsmouth thus, General Blake and General Monk being now at London, General Pen rides as Admiral of the Fleet without St. Helens point, three Leagues from Portsmouth, with forty sail of gallant ships ready upon any advice of the Dutch ships coming out to put to Sea: Some part of them are already sent out to ply between this place and the Land's end, and over upon the coast of France, to suppress the Brest and Dutch Picaroons, who of late begin to be strong, and have done much harm upon the Western Coast. The Prince of Conti is not yet arrived, but is expected here tomorrow there is a strong report that this Prince intends to match with one of the Cardinal's Nieces, but many are of a contrary opinion, which is truest, will be known very shortly. The Lord Chancellor hath been this week at the Parliament, to have a Supersedes to the passing the Declaration which is drawn up against the Prince of Conde, the same to continue for six weeks. The Cardinal de Retz doth still lie a close prisoner, there being little hopes as yet of any enlargement, his Antagonist the Cardinal Mazarini being very obstinate in the demand he hath made so many times, that he should resign his Coadjutership of Paris, and to entice him the more there is offered him the two rich Abbeys of S. Denis and Cluni, which offer he will by no means accept. There are yet come no Letters from Holland, since the Dutch Deputies were come back there; but private Letters from thence dated Friday was sevennight last, the day the Deputies set out from hence say, that the States were very busy in preparing a sudden Dispatch for their Answer, which report tends probably to yeace (in their judgment) their Deputy Monsieur Borrel in France gives out report there, that the States have agreed to the English offers for peace. From Scotland we received information, that by virtue of a pretended Commission from Charles Stuart, Glencarn, whom the Highlanders call their General, issueth forth Warrants for the levying of horse, men and arms in a high nature, beginning thus. James, Earl of Glencarn and Kenmore, &c. These are straightly to charge and command you, to levy and have in readiness out of your Shiredom one hundred horse well manned and armed, by the day of January; at which time you shall receive further Orders from me, to repair to such place of Rendezvous as shall be appointed: Whereof you are not to fail, &c. Our men are drawn forth of Edinburgh, and other garrisons, and are busy in chasing the enemy from place to place, and daily take many of these thieving Villains, and three Regiments are marched from hence towards Scotland, it is likely they would soon be quelled if they would stand to fight. From Portsmouth they write, that a Squadron of our Fleet have taken very lately six prizes from the Hollanders. The preparations for War in Holland are very great, and they talk of some great matters agreed upon betwixt them and the French, but nothing openly declared, till they hear what becomes of their Treaty with England. From Gottenburgh, Novemb. 30. After that Captain Welch had landed the Lord Ambassador Whitlock, he put to Sea again, and met with two Hollanders riding at the Scah, the one 400. the other the 350 Tonnes, laden with Wheat, Rye, Wool, and Planks, both which he took, and brought away with him, and by storm was forced to come a little way within this port, but without the command of the Forts. The Lord Ambassador was earnestly pressed to send for the Captain, and to discharge the prizes, but answer was given, that it was conceived a matter not appertaining either to himself, or the Queen's Officers to meddle with; and believed, that the Queen's ports would not be denied to any Englishman, who had Commission by Authority of Parliament, coming here to shelter himself against storms: That the Conflict had been upon the high Seas, betwixt the English and Dutch, who were enemies. For these Reasons, his Excellency the Lord Ambassador refused to do anything in it. By Letters from Lime we are advertised by a Barque that came from Brittania, that one of our Frigates having met with a Dutch Picaroon near Vshant, gave him chase, and followed so close, that he forces him to run on ground on the hither side of the Bay of Camaret, and by reason of his shooting hard at him, made the Country to come down to the Water side, it happened that some shot did make execution on the shore, there being four killed and wounded; yet by reason of the night approaching, and the Country being all alarmed thereby, could not fetch her off; but ours put to Sea again, to clear from the Rocks before it was dark. By Several other Letters from Scotland we received information to this effect. The Highlanders continue their stealing, and plundering of their own Countrymen that will not rise with them, or pay the Contribution Money that they lay upon them, though I am confident many have not wherewithal to subsist, paying likewise their Assessments for the maintenance of the English Army; but when Major General Lambert's Commissary General Whalley's Regiment of Horse, with Sir William Constable's Regiment of Foot, which we hear are upon their march, are come in to us, we doubt not but to send this Heathenish and plundering Enemy so far back into the Highlands, as that they shall not dare to approach the Lowlands, whereby to do the Inhabitants any considerable hurt: And how the Highlanders are able to keep horse foot, is easy to be imagined, all their dependence being upon Charles Stuart, and his endeavours with the Dutch for Money and Arms; but a peace with Holland, (which we hear is in a very probable way for a very speedy conclusion) disperses them to their several mountainous habitations without ever drawing the sword against them; and then the Lords and Chieftains amongst them, may expect a liberal reward of Justice for doing their Master such rebellious service, which hath been, and is destructive to the generality of Scotland, that a few month's continuance will bring them to the sad condition of the Irish, that have been forced to eat the corpse of their deceased Friends after many days interment; yet are not the people of Scotland very much to be pitied, in regard they will seldom give notice to any of our Garrisons, when any party of the Enemy marches through the Country, whereby they might be the better preserved from their violences and cruelty, choosing rather to be willingly destroyed by them, than be treacherous, as they call it, to their own Countrymen. Some Arms they pretend are lately landed for the Enemy in Scotland, but this is more to encourage their forces and naked party, than otherwise considerable. From Dartmouth, Jan. 12. thus: The Hector hath sent in a ship hither, which hath in her 3000 Cheeses. The ship is of Amsterdam, and took in her lading at the Elve. There is a private Man of War hath brought in a ship of Rotterdam, laden with Herrings and Holland cheeses, and about ten ton of Pepper, and some Cloves. The Portugal Ambassador's Brother is by an Order of the Council, removed back from the Tower to Newgate. By Letters from on board the Swift-Sure, dated the 11 of January 1653. was certified the Examinations of some foreign Ships that came in to find Market for Deals, Pitch, Tar, Iron, Steel, and other commodities, &c. The Officers from the several Garrisons and Regiments, are very unanimous in signing the said Address which is from most parts of England already sent up to his Highness, and the rest near finished, as is expressed by Letters from their several Quarters. By Letters from Dublin in Ireland, was this day certified, That Lieutenant General Fleetwood and the Commissioners, are at Dublin, all is quiet there, and content at the New Government in England, and satisfied in it. That the Lord Musgrove is to be tried the beginning of the next month; That all is very quiet in Ireland, save some small parties of the Tories, which are chiefly about the County of Carlow, where they lately fell upon, and wounded some of the Surveyors, and do sometimes rob and steal where they dare venture, and fly away again presently. An Ambassador from Hamburg was this day to congratulate His Highness the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland. 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The landing of more forces in Scotland, and the safe arrival of two ships from Dunkirk with Arms and Ammunition. The raising of the North by the Earl of Montross, the taking of Athol and Branar Castle; the design of Gen. Middleton to surround Col. Morgan, the return of Gen. Monk to Edinburgh, the Ministers prayers of the K. of Scots, the discovery of a most sad, lamentable, and bloody Plot against the English, the rising of the Royal party in Holland, the burning of one of the States houses, a Proclamation thereupon, and the drawing down of the King's forces along the sea coast in France, the planting of the Ordnance along the shore side, and the reinforcing of several Garrisons. London Printed for G, Horton, for information of the People.. There are sundry new Frigates making ready at Rochel, and at several other places in France, where abundance of provisions are making for war, and most of the Garrisons are reinforced and filled with soldiers, and their Castles and Magazines supplied with plenty of Ammunition. Cardinal Mazarine hath issued forth Orders for drawing down the Army towards the sea coast, where they have not only entrenched themselves, and raised great Batteries, but also planted above one hundred pieces of Cannon; and expect nothing more than sudden war. The Lord Protector and his Council have set forth an additional Ordinance for the Excise; a copy whereof take as followeth: Whereas by an Ordinance of the 17 of March last, entitled, An Ordinance for continuing the Excise, it is next after the Rates therein specified, generally declared and provided, That all other goods and merchandises (except Bolloin, Corn, Victual, Arms, Ammunition, Ordnance of Brass or Iron, imported, or to be imported) not specified, or therein rated, should pay after the rate of 5l. per centum, according as the same are charged by the book of Rates, for the custom to be paid by the first buyer one shilling. Be it ordained, and it is hereby ordained and declared by his Highness, with the advice and consent of his Council, That the said clause be null and void; and instead thereof, Be it hereby ordained and declared, That all other goods and merchandises mentioned in the said book of Rates for the Customs, (except Bulloin, Corn, Victuals, arms, Ammunition, Ordnance of Brass or Iron and Wools of sheep) imported; or to be imported, which are not in the said Rates of Excise, before or otherwise charged, shall hereafter pay Excise after the rate of five pounds per centum, to be paid by the first buyer from the Merchant or Importer, and the same to be collected accordingly. And to the end, the whole Receipts of the Excise may be the better reduced into one Cash, and the charge and number of Officers thereby retrenched, It is hereby ordained by Authority aforesaid. That from and after the 25 day of March last, the Revenue of the Excise shall be Excise shall be but one Receipt, and so accounted for; and that all Receipts and Accounts heretofore taken or kept of any payment of Excise or new Impost, by virtue of any additional Act, Ordinance, or Order of Parliament, and designed to any separate use or uses whatsoever, shall from thenceforth cease and be void, and be brought and reduced to one general Cash and public Revenue. Provided nevertheless, that the moiety of all fines and forfeitures, imposed and received since the 25 of March last, or that hereafter shall be imposed and received, shall be still kept in an Account apart and be paid out towards the maintenance of widows and maimed soldiers, according to Ordinance of Parliament of the 13 of July, 1647. And it is hereby for the further Relief of the said Widows and maimed soldiers, ordained, That from and after the said 25 day of March last, there shall be, out of the Cash and Revenue of the Excise, allowed the certain yearly sum of 26260 pounds, to be paid weekly by equal portions out of the said public Receipt, unto such person or persons, as is, are or shall be appointed thereunto by his Highness and his Council, and be entrusted for employing and disposing thereof to the use aforesaid. Which said yearly sum of 26260 pounds is to be in lieu of all and every sum and sums of money assigned by any Act, Ordinance, or Order of Parliament, out of any the Receipts of the Excise, for relief of the said Widows and maimed soldiers, other than the moiety of fines and forfeitures before excepted; And the present Commissioners of the Excise, or any three of them, shall have power from time to time to issue out all moneys, either delivered unto them, by the commissioners preceding them, or which hath, or shall be received by them since the 25 of March last, according as they are, or shall be directed by his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council, or by Authority thereof. And the said Commissioners for Excise, and their Sub commissioners, are hereby empowered to make repayment of the Excise to any person whatsoever, for any goods imported upon the Exportation thereof, in such sort as the late commissioners might have done before the 25 day of March last, It appearing unto them that the duty of the said Goods have been fully paid; any former Clause, Article, or provision to the contrary notwithstanding. The Committee have spent some time in order to the regulating of the Law; and many gallant things are in agitation for ease of the people, and the due administration of Equity and Justice. There is great hopes of a universal Redemption from slayers, and the enjoyment of true Liberty and Freedom is now arriving at the Haven of England, where 'tis hoped, the free born people in general, will now suddenly anchor: The Lord grant it; 'tis high time. By the last Express from Scotland thus: We conceive the Enemy is drawing to their great Rendezvous in the Highlands, we have lately been grievously plagued with their inroads upon the Lowlands, where they burnt and destroyed all that stood before them near Dumfries, and other places, the reason of their mischiefs and our loss is want of intelligence from amongst them; for if we should hang up a hundred of them that we take, we should scarce squeeze ten true words out of them. Gen. Middleton we hear hath made his way out of Southerland, where col. Morgan thought to have engaged his horse, but it proved not feasible; for indeed we have an enemy as subtle as resolute, and they play fast and loose with us in places of advantage, they expect the Duke of York's coming to them, and their thoughts extend so far, that there will then be a general Rising of the people: But alas (poor Gentlemen) 'tis dubious whether he will engage in the Holy War, as the Scots calls it; or draw his Sword against those which are sanctified, as the Saints term it. From Scotland it is certified, That Gen. Monk is advancing towards Stirling, and intends to cut his passage through the Hills, where politic Middleton hath found a way to get through provisions, which causeth no little admiration; for indeed we thought ourselves too sure to have starved him out there; but the wisest sometimes may be deceived. He hath sent Orders to the Highlands to double their guards, and has placed his Army in battle array: yet no considerable action, but 7 sharp Disputes; Let them laugh that wins; there's brave Heroes on both sides. This day afforded memorable intelligence from several parts; as the concluding of a firm alliance and friendship between England and Sweden, with ample satisfaction on both sides. Yet before it could be brought to a period, great were the obstructions against it, especially by the Nobility: But the grand Chancellor, and his son Count Erick (the Queen's Commissioners) did manage this great Work with so great wisdom and dexterity, that her Majesty was pleased to vouchsafe her Royal Condescensions, to a final Agreement, and to manifest incomparable affection to his Highness, declaring unto the Lord Ambassador Whitlock, That she would have the honour to make the Alliance herself with the Lord Protector, and in respect to him, and she said, because my Lord Ambassador treated with her like a Gentleman, Avec tout a la franchise & rondeur, & non pas comme un Marchand, she did consent to more than any other could have obtained from her. Nevertheless, 40 men of war, and 30000 Swedes are in a readiness to achieve something: Mum for that! From Ireland they write, That the Lord Deputy Fleetwood, and his council of Officers, have ordered that 5000 horse and foot be sent to the North of Scotland, and col. Venables is taking care to transport 'em, good shipping attend them. The General council hath cast Lots for the Provinces, for satisfying the Arrears of the Soldiery, and the Lot of the General Officers is fallen in Munster. The standing Army from June 1649 are content to take two Thirds at present. The Officers of the Army have jointly subscribed a Letter to his Highness, owning the Government which is invested in Him. Upon the advance of the English men of war towards France, and seizing of 4 of their ships, the Frenchmen rose at St. Mallows, assaulted the English Merchants in their houses, charged them with pistol and sword, plundered their houses, wounded many, whereof 7 are said to be dead; but the King hearing of it, set forth a Proclamation to protect the English. The Dutch Pelican, and a Genoa ship, are cast away by storm in the Sicilian Sea, with 15 Tons of Gold. His Highness the Lord Protector, and her Highness Protectress, are gone to Hampton Court. The Yeomen of his Highness's Guard wait by turns Monthly, and Mr. Ingoldsby (brother of col. Ingoldsby) is made captain of the Guard. Their coats are grey cloth with black Velvet collars, and black Velvet and silver lace and trimming. col. Nathaniel Fiennes is added a member to the council. The French Ambassador makes many applications to his Highness, by way of negotiating a peace between England and his Majesty (who is now of years to be crowned very suddenly) if he propound terms safe and honourable, he need not doubt of his Errand, For it is a sign of godliness to be at peace with all men; yet peace cannot triumph, except Reason ruleth. Edinburgh, May 4. This day came Gen. Monk from Dalkieth to Edinburgh, attended by the chief Officers of the Army, who were received at the Netherbow by the English Judges in their scarlet Robes, and the Town Magistrates in theirs likewise. The streets were adorned with Tapestry, and a great concourse of people there was upon the proclaiming of his Highness Lord Protector, &c. with Drums beating, Trumpets sounding, and Voices echoing fort acclamations. Yet notwithstanding, the Ministers prayed for the exiled Prince the next day. There hath been a great plot discovered against the English is Virginia, by an Indian, who being privy to the design of the Natives, repaired to the Governor, unfolded the business, and told him that upon the 4 of this instant May, there was a conspiracy to fall upon the English, and to stab and cut the throats of all in general, both men, women, and children. Whereupon the Governor immediately called a council, and forthwith secured the chief Actors, hanging up divers in several places. A just Reward for so detestable Miscreants; and nothing but a halter can reclaim them. His Highness the Lord Protector agreed upon a Declaration to be published, setting apart Tuesday the 23 of this present May, for a public day of Thanksgiving, for the Peace concluded between this Commonwealth, and that of the United Provinces, and for the late seasonable Rain; a true copy whereof is here inserted. That this hath been a Nation of blessings, in the midst whereof so many wonders have been brought forth by the out-stretched arm of the Almighty, even to astonishment and wonder, Who can deny? Ask we the Nations of this matter, and they will testify; and indeed the dispensations of the Lord have been as if he had said, England, thou art my first-born, my delight among the Nations: Under the whole Heavens the Lord hath not dealt so with any of the people round us. The Lord having added another Link to this golden Chain of his loving kindness, by giving us a peace with Our Neighbours the United Provinces (whereby he hath not only stopped a great issue of blood; but we trust also given us hearts to unite our blood and strength for the mutual defence of each other) calls for great Return of Thanks for the same. It is hereby thought fit to set apart Tuesday, being the 23 of this present May, as a day for Praise, & for the thankful acknowledgement if this blessing of peace, which we hope hath in the womb of many other blessings. And let us not forget our other Mercies; was not the Earth so unusually parched up, that it threatened Famine, and did cause the Beast of the field to mourn for want of food, and water to sustain it? And hath not the Lord so watered the Earth, that he hath turned those fears into the expectation of the greatest plenty that ever was seen by any now living in this Nation? Consider we also the way whereby the Lord imparted this mercy to us: Did any amongst us foreknow it was coming? Was it not by stirring up our hearts to seek the same by prayer, and that immediately before the Lord vouchsafed us this mercy? And doth not this bespeak? 1 That the manner of conveying this mercy is the best part of the mercy. 2 That, the Lord has not cast us off, that his Spirit yet strives with us, that he hath a people of his love amongst us, and loves the Nation so far as to provoke it to be in love with calling upon the Name of the Lord for better things than Corn and Wine. 3 That he knows best how, and when to answer the expectation of the Husbandman, and when to bear, even the mourning of the brute Beast, who will yet much more hear the desires of him that fear him, and that in the fittest season. 4 That the Heavens having thus declared the glory of God, and the Earth answering thereunto in its fruitfulness, why should not we be melted and softened, humbling ourselves under these marvellous kindnesses, and abounding unto all fruitfulness in every good word and work of love; And if every place hath been made partaker of his showers, why should not we (laying aside our differences) be enlarged also each to other? 5 That seeing the Lord hath been thus universal in this mercy, why should we not universally turn from the National evils, and vain practices, which are yet too superstitiously and customarily exercised amongst us, which we need not repeat here, because they are too well known, and We trust will be remembered by those godly Ministers who shall be called to preach unto the people upon this occasion. Given at Whitehall this 9th of May, 1654. The Lord Protector, and his Council, hath passed An Ordinance for further doubling upon and finishing the sale of Deans, Deans and Chapter's Lands; and of Manors of Rectories, Glebe-lands, &c. Wherein is ordained, That over and above the sum of 300000 l. appointed to be borrowed upon the security held forth by the first recited Act of Parl. and over and above the sum of 120000 li. borrowed upon the Security held forth in the two last recited Acts, or either of them, the sum of 20000 l. shall be further borrowed upon the security of such of the premises respectively, exported to sale by the said Acts, &c. As touching the Report of Mr. Lilburn's being tried and executed at Jersey, where indeed (poor Gentleman) he is a prisoner, 'tis false; God forbid it should be so: And this may only serve for a confutation, that there was no such thing in agitation, but only a settling of the Government, and adding 7 Jurats to the Judge of the Island. From Paris it is certified, That the Portugal Ambassador has received audience of his Majesty, to whom he imparted the joyful Tidings of a Victory obtained by the Portugal fleet against the Hollanders in Brazil; and of the taking of Reclif, and about 40 other Towns and Castles from them. Which doth not a little rejoice the Royal Family: Win gold, and wear it; 'tis fit everyone should have their own. Upon a delicate Banquet between the King and Queen, on the 3 of May, the K of Scots, and his afflicted Mother were both invited, in whose presence, his Majesty danced the great Ballet; but young Charles exceeds him far in the Italian Comedy. Propositions are preparing to be sent to the K. of Spain for a ten years Truce. The Lord Broghil is come out of Ireland, with a congratulatory Message to his Highness, and the Lord Gen Fleetwood will be also in England suddenly. His Excellency hath caused ten men to be selected out of every company, for Scotland, which hath occasioned the Irish to gather to a Head in Conaught. The last Express from Scotland certifieth, That there is more men landed in Scotland, and that two ships from Dunkirk are come in to Gen. Middleton, contrary to expectation, with Arms and Ammunition. Major General Drummond is come up as far as Loughtay, and Lieu. Gen. Glencarn has reinforced Athol proceeding on very vigorously with their new Levies, and determining to spread Northwards to surround Col. Morgan if they can. The E. of Montross is raising his Levies at Branar, and some of Middleton's forces are united with them. They do begin to interpose very notably, and have taken and Oath of Confederacy to live and die together. They are in daily expectation of their young Master, who has sent over sundry Commissions to be disposed of by Gen. Middleton, Lieu. Gen Glencarn, Major Gen Dayer, Maj. Gen. Drummond, The Earl of Athol, The E. of Calender, The E. of Crawford, The E. of Marshal, The E. of Seaforth, The Lord Kenmore, The Lord Lorn, The Lord Machlin, The Lord Montgomery, The Lord Spyvie, The L. Cranston, The L. Sinclair, The L. Newburgh, The L. Bargany, The L. Napier, The L. Womat, The Lord Thompson, Sir Geo. Monroe, And Sir Arthur Forbs, From Holland it is certified, That the States have set forth a Proclamation for the departure of the Royal party (according to the Articles) which doth exceedingly exasperate their spirits, insomuch that they begin to renounce obedience, and have already fired one of the States houses; but strict Orders are issued forth, and many are taken, and committed to safe custody.

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The lamentable Remonstrance of the House of Nassaw, and that whole Family to the States General of the united Provinces about the Articles of Peace, and the pitiful cries and complaints made in behalf of the Princes of Orange. Gen: Monck's Declaration in Scotland, offering two hundred pounds sterling to him that shall kill, or bring in one man of the Enemies. The new Levies of Gen: Middleton, and the rest of the Scots Commanders, and his great boast what he will do to engage the Soldiery, and of the Duke of York's coming thither. The Summoning of another Parliament in England, by his Highness the Lord Protector. With variety of other Intelligence. The Habeas Corpus sent to Lieut: Col: John Lilburn is not yet obeyed. Gen: Blake sat in Council at Whitehall and Gen: Pen is with the Fleet upon the Downs, we hear a Squadron is designed to go further off. The Spanish Silver Fleet is expected to come home (if no body meddle with them) the next month, very rich from the West Ladies. We have lately taken two French Prizes. The sickness increaseth again at Chester, the Courts that were kept shore are kept at Northwich. Edinburgh4. This Day came General Monck from Dalkeith to Edinburgh, attended by the chief Officers of the Army, who were received at the Netherbow by the English Judges in their scarlet Robes, and the Town Magistrates, the Provost and Bailiffs in theirs likewise. The General, and the Officers alighting from their horses, marched with those that met them up the high street to the Cross, which was adorned with tapestry, and there Advocate General Whaley proclaimed his Highness Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, &c. as also the Ordinance for Uniting Scotland to England, before a great concourse of people, Drums beating, Trumpets sounding, and voices echoing forth Proclamations. After this was done, a great dinner was provided by the Magistrates of this Town to entertain the General, his Officers, and others; and to close the solemnity, this night was variety of fireworks, which continued till 11 of the clock. There is 12 sail of our Men of War now riding in Leith Road, which together with the General's speedy preparations for a march into the field, strikes terror into the spirits of the Highland spoilers. Further from Edenburgh May 6. 1654. Major Gen: Drummond came from Middleton to Lough-Tay about the 3 instant, and Glencarn with about 100 horse, and one Mrray with the like number of Foot came into Athol about the 4 instant. They give out, they passed by Col: Morgan in a mist, but it is supposed they came by Loughaber. They intend to hasten their Levies, and speed to the north to surround Col: Morgan. Montross is raising his Levies at Branar, and some small parties which come from Middleton are joined with him. They say they expect Charles Stuart when their design is a little more ripe. Sir William Constable's five companies are come up. The General will be at Sterling the next week. From Deal we understand by Letters that a Squadron of our Fleet are gone Northward to scour those seas, and to prevent the coming over of assistance to the Enemy in Scotland: but they could not come thither time enough to meet with the late supplies of men, money, and ammunition, which was conveyed into Scotland out of France, by the way of Dunkirk. Another part of our Fleet are gone Westward, to chase away the Brest Men of War, who have done us much mischief at several times upon the West of England, but the main Body of the Fleet are appointed for a greater design. The Committee sit daily for Regulation of the law, or at least the course of proceedings, for which we find much reason to do it; but as for the fundamental Laws, or the common Laws of this Nation, they are so full of reason, that it were even against Reason to alter them. The Letters from Scotland do advertise, that Gen: Monck was lately in Sterling, and is now on his advance towards the Highlanders, to whom divers Renegadoes do still resort. Their access of new provision for the War doth much encourage them, so that their Levies of late do much increase. Middleton knowing what an Enemy he hath to deal with, doth manage the War with great dexterity. Some Letters do represent, that he will fight with Col: Morgan before the access of more Forces are added to him. There was lately a great dispute at the maintaining of a pass, in which Sir Arthur Forbs was Routed, and divers killed, and taken. The titular King of Scotland hath sent a Letter to Middleton, in which he exhorteth and conjureth the Commanders to an Union in time of their greatest necessity. This morning we received the welcome News of 300. sail of Coals which are come into the River from Newcastle, but the wind which hath blown this fortnight from the East, and North-east, hath not been altogether so favourable to some ships of ours bound for the North of Scotland. It is certain that the last week a Woman in this City coming casually into a room where she found her Husband killing another Woman, she immediately departed to her own house, and for all the declarations, and protestations of her Husband, she refused to be comforted, having her heart so much contracted with the suddenness of that most ungrateful sight, that the next day she died for grief. Whereas the Report is frequent that Count William of Nassau having called the Army together, they all declared, to live and die with him, and they have since seized upon Horn, and Enchuysen, and some other considerable Towns in Holland, and are now sat down before Amsterdam, &c. You cannot but by this time understand that which will please you; that (blessed be God) my Lord Ambassador is come to a good conclusion of his business here: For, when by Letters from England we understood the state of your Treaty with the Dutch, it being in such condition that the affair in this place could have no reflection upon it, it was then high time for his spirits, and put on the business more than formerly; which to so good effect, that in fourteen f=days after this beginning we were come to a full agreement; and now there remains nothing but the signing and sealing of the Articles, which I presume will be done upon the Queen's return hither, and to meet with the Prince Royal, her successor, to confer about the great business of her Resigning of the Government; we look for her to be back again the next week, in the mean time my Lord Ambassador is forced to make another halt. Since General Monck's coming into Scotland, he set forth this Declaration. The Commonwealth of England having used all means of tenderness, and affection towards the people of this Nation, by receiving them (after a chargeable and bloody War) into Union with England, and investing them with all the liberties and privileges thereof (purchased at the expense of so much blood and treasure) and by daily protecting them with their equal proportion with England) against their Enemies both abroad and at home, whereby all of them might enjoy the fruits and benefits of Peace; Yet divers lewd persons broken in their fortunes, and dissolute Levies are run into Rebellion, and being assisted and connived at by their Parents, Tutors, Masters, and People among whom they live, who secretly conceal them in their houses in the day time, and in the night suffer them to rob and plunder the Country, whereby the peaceable people of this Nation are many of them ruined, and the rest disturbed, so that they cannot live in peace. And to the end that no peaceable means might be left unattempted, for the prevention thereof, I, by virtue of the Authority to me given by his Highness, and his Council, do Declare, That all such persons that are now in Rebellion, (except such as are excepted in the Acts of Grace) who shall within 20 days after the publication hereof, come in, and submit him or themselves, to the Governor of the next English Garrison, and give security for his, or their future peaceable living, shall be, and is hereby in his and their persons freely pardoned, for any Offence, Spoil, or Plunders committed by him or them in this present rebellion, the killing of any person in cold blood only excepted.) That if the said Parish or Presbytery where he or they last lived, procure the said person or persons so broken forth hereof, and give security, as aforesaid, That then the Parish or Presbytery so offending, is hereby pardoned; But if otherwise, I do hereby impose upon the said parish or Presbytery two shillings six pence a day for each horseman, and ten pence a day for each Footman, so broken into Rebellion, over and above their ordinary , out of the said Presbytery, which the Governor of the next English Garrison is hereby authorized to levy and receive monthly, during the time the said persons shall so continue in Rebellion. And in regard this present Rebellion hath been principally contrived, cemented, and is now obstinately maintained by Major Gen: Middleton, the Earl of Athol, the Earl of Seaforth, Viscount Kenmore, Donald MacDonald Laird of Glengary, and Major Gen: Dayel; I do hereby therefore Declare, That what person or persons soever of this Nation, (except such as are before excepted) shall kill any of the said principal Contrivers, or shall deliver any of them prisoner, to any Governor of any English Garrison, the said person or persons so killing, or bringing prisoner, as aforesaid, shall not only be pardoned, but also receive a Reward of his good service, the sum of 200 l. sterling, &c. Given under my hand at Dalkeith, this 4 day of May 1654. George Monck. Paris 15 May. His Majesty is returned from his pleasure in Hunting at Fountainlean to this City, and Charles Stuart is likewise returned out of the Country to meet his Majesty here, in hopes to get that Money which he wants, and hath been long promised him. The Duke of York went lately to the Army, and is not yet returned, he hath far more love, and respect of the Soldiery than his Elder Brother, here is great talk of his Majesty's going to Rhemies to be Crowned about ten days hence. They talk much here of the Leagues which Foreign Nations are ready to make with England, and how far Kings can be reconciled, and in amity with Commonwealths, though there be a kind of Antipaths in nature so to do. The Queen of Sweden hath given express order to General Kovingsmark to use all the means he can to block up the City of Bremen; in order whereunto he hath already taken in some small Towns near unto it, and forceth the Country people to bear Arms, and assist him, but others are of opinion that it is more safe to be in the City, and therefore they chose rather to join with them, and the City hath sent summons to all their friends to come and aid them, expecting also some considerable relief from their Neighbouring Nations which are free States, and especially they do rely upon Holland, but many think that Holland will be backward in doing anything for them, for fear they should bring upon themselves the great Army which is prepared in Sweden, and make themselves more Enemies than they have now friends. From Chester thus. Blessed be God the sickness is stayed here; Those that came from Ireland this way tell us, that all things are well, and peaceable there, and were there but Planters sufficient, it would be a gallant Country quickly. Many Pirates have been lately seen upon the Sea betwixt Chester, and Ireland, they took three English Barques, the last week, as they were passing between Liverpool, and this Town. Be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector by and with the advice and consent of his Council, Tat one Ordinance of the eighteenth of April one thousand six hundred fifty and four, Entitled, An Ordnance for further suspending the proceedings of the Judges named in an Act, Entitled, An Act for the relief of Creditors, and poor Prisoners, to be continued and shall stand in force until the one and thirtieth day of May instant; And that the several and respective Judges mentioned in the said Act, or any of them, shall not proceed to the sale or disposition of any of the Estates real or personal of any of the Prisoners, or other person or persons whatsoever, mentioned or intended in, or by the said Act, nor shall otherwise Intermeddle in the execution of the said Act, or of any the Powers or Authorities given by the same, until the said one and twentieth day of May instant, otherwise then as in the said Ordinance is limited, and that all other Acts and things to be done by the said respective Judges, or any of them, by virtue of the said Act from henceforth, until the one and thirtieth day of May aforesaid, shall be, and are hereby declared to be utterly null and void. By Letters from the West of England it is advertised, that the Indians in Virginia has assembled themselves into a great number, and had an intent to fall upon the English, who being forewarned of it by one of their Enemies, whose humanity made him forget that he was a salvage, care will be taken to prevent their bloody design. The Pirates of Brest are very busy, not only on the Southern, and Western Seas, but some of them have adventured as far as the Isle of Man, and so upwards towards the Scottish Seas. Edinburgh, 10 May: Sir, I sent you by the last Post, a Copy of General Monck's Declaration, since the publishing whereof he is gone towards Sterling, and thereabouts will be a Rendezvous of our Forces, and then shall we steer our course with all expedition to find out the Enemy, which keeps Col: Morgan waking, and yet flies from him. The late supplies the Enemy hath had of men, money, and Ammunition by the way of Dunkirk adds some further life to those desperadoes that were engaged before; and to exasperate them the more, Middleton appeared in the head of some of his ragged Regiments with a bag of money in his hand, encouraging them to fight, and money would not be wanting. They prosecute their Levies with all the vigour that can be; yet if we can but climb well, we shall scatter them quickly. They are confident that Charles Stuart or the D: of York will be with them if they stand but two months longer, and the Ministers will hardly be kept from praying for them in public, even in our own quarters. Divers Merchant men are gone forth to Sea from Leith. From Holland thus. All do not rejoice at the Peace with England, for the Princess Dowager, and the whole family of Nassaw make heavy complaints to the States General in a Remonstrance, that they are all utterly undone by the conditions in the Articles; and there be many flock to see the young Pr: of Orange and with paleness of cheeks, and eyes overflowing, with tears utters these words. O how sad a case is this that an Instant should be banished, that never imagined or acted anything that's evil: Ah! poor innocent Child, what a sad condition art thou in, and many hundreds besides; which say; Yet many regard not this, for they know that if that Family will content themselves to live peaceably, they may continue there happily, and all things are like to be quiet. There is Summons preparing to be issuing forth for another Parliament in England against the 3. of September next, there must be forth days between the Test, and the Return.

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A great and bloody fight between the Highlanders and the English, and the Victory obtained by the English. The safe arrival of a rich Fleet from Dunkirk, consisting of about forty sail, laden with Silks, and divers other rich commodities. Also how the Dutch Deputies have made some further application to his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council, concerning peace, and their staying at Gravesend for that purpose. Likewise divers ships cast away in a great storm, and tempest, as they were going to Guernsey. The lamentable thunder and lightning near Amsterdam, whereby five hundred houses were burned, forty Merchants' ships sunk, and divers cattle destroyed. With the choicest Letters from all parts of Europe. The States assembled in Provence are now sitting at Bagnolle, where the Duke of Mercoeur the Governor, and the other Procurators are also gone; they do sit daily, and hope to rectify many abuses, and redress grievances which do much burden the people there. The Commissioners appointed to draw out the Charge of high treason against the Prince of Conde have met several times, and it is said that it is finished, only it wants engrossing. We received information that the Prince hath surprised a little town and a Castle in Champagne, and plundered the Country pitifully. General Blake is going to the Hope, a Fleet of 50 are already out together in the Channel, and more will suddenly be with them. On Monday last we had here the fearfullest Thunder, Lightning and Rain, as hath been heard of, and some cattle destroyed thereby. The Lord speak peace to his people, many constructions poor people make thereof. The Trustees for the sale of Forrest Lands, have appointed upon Tuesday next, the tenth of this instant January, in the forenoon, to sit for allowance of Public Faith Bills to be doubled upon security of the said Lands, and thenceforth weekly every Tuesday in the forenoon, till the sum to be doubled be full. William Tayleure Secr. to the said Trustees. Whitehall Jan.3. The Dutch Deputies had their last conference and spent the whole day therein; but came to no conclusion. The next News we hear of them id, That Jan.3. they departed from their house, sent their Goods a shipboard, and themselves went after about nine of the clock the same night. We hear no news from Sea, save that our fleet on the Channel: And that we have lost two ships of eighteen Guns, and four hundred Tons apiece, laden with masts, and some other commodities; which were taken by certain dutch men of War this last week and carried into Flushing. This day His Highness the Lord Protector, with his honourable Council, had the large and last conference at Whitehall with the Dutch Ambassadors, where his Highness insisted upon these ensuing propositions. viz. 1. That Satisfaction given for all the injuries and wrongs sustained by the English, since the first affront offered by Vantrump upon the Downs. 2. That they shall pay the same contribution and custom for fishing upon the Narrow seas, as was formerly paid in the days of Queen Elizabeth, 3. That the dominion of the Seas be invested upon the English, and that all such Vessels whatsoever that carries the Dutch colours, shall strike sail unto the ships of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland or Ireland. 4. That Security be given, for performance of all the particular Articles contained in the Treaty, &c. To which the Lord Ambassadors returned Answer, That they could not assent unto the proposals, without further Instructions, and desired a Convoy for their own Country, whereby they might return an account of the Transactions of the Treaty, and be empowered with further Instructions if convenient. Whereupon a convoy was appointed, and in the evening about 9 of the clock, they launched forth in a stately Barge towards Gravesend. The Spanish and Portugal Ambassadors have likewise congratulated his Highness, and have so far agreed, that the Lord Pontania Safa, brother to the Portugal, be removed from Newgate to the Tower of London. Edinburgh 31 December, The enemy still go on with their levies in several parts of the hills, and will be numerous, do what we can to prevent them, though I see not how they can hold together in a body when conjoined, the Country not being able to bear them. Kenmore lies up towards the Bray of Mane, and in the Glens that way, within the hills near Woods and Rivers, and all along in several fast places from Lough Tay, towards the Brays of Stermont and Angus. From Hamburg, Jan. 2. The last Letters from Holland speak, that the people are generally for peace, and that the Dane begins to doubt that they will leave him in the lurch. He knows well enough how they have dealt with him, and have had a feeling of their practices heretofore. The lofty terms propounded by the French Ambassador at the Hague, are looked on as mere Court-gins, which will not take the costive Hollander, who know the odds betwixt a French promise and performance; nor is it imaginable, that this interposition of the Monsieur there should work anything at all upon the Queen of Sweden. It's supposed, the Lord Whitlock will have a stronger influence on that Horizon. We hear, that the Frigates which convoyed his Lordship met with four Dutch Merchantmen, bound homeward from Gothenburg well laden. The last Letters from Stockholm report, that the Lord Whitlock is on his way to Upsalah, within two days journey of the Court. Warwick Jan 4.1653. This day Mr Bulstrode, one of the Judges of North Wales, came hither by a special Commission of Gaol delivery, he heard a Sermon early on Monday morning, and went directly from thence to the Hall, where there was a very great appearance, and a very able grand jury, there hath not been a greater Gaol known these many years: there is five men and one woman condemned to be hanged; seven likewise burned in the hand, and two men that would not plead to be pressed: the Judge used his endeavours to persuade them to plead, telling them what a bad condition they would bring themselves into; but the resolute villains were resolved to die in their wickedness, I will assure you the Judge carried the business very well, and gave the Country a great deal of satisfaction; he spoke something in his charge In relation to the late Government, he said that it was now settled upon such a Basis as was like to conduce much to the happiness of all good people; he gave strict Orders to the Grand Jury, that if they heard of any that were Perturbers of this, that they should not fail to bring them to the Bar of justice, and a great deal more to the same effect. From Deal Jan.4. We received this day intelligence, That some of our Frigates have taken some Beclanders belonging to Calice, who were bound for Roan and Cane in Normandy, laden with divers forts of commodities, and carried them into Stoaks Bay, where we hear that General Monke with his Squadron was about four days since: Those ships lately gone from hence bound for Roan are safely arrived there, and their Convoy is returned back. On Wednesday morning a party of these Royal Pilferers met the Post-boy going from Leith with Letters for London, and near Haddington took his horse and Letters, and some money, so that now it will be uncertain sending Letters without a Convoy. Capt. Richard Newberry, Commander of the Lawrell, is come in hither, who had been out by order from the Generals, with his ship and the Ruby, the Kent and the Industry, who ply between the Isle of Wight and the French coasts, there he took some prizes; when they were towards the French casts, they made a discovery of four sail of they gave chase, and followed them so close that they took two of them. Men were taken out of the ship called the Kent, to man one of the prizes, which is come hither into the Downs. From Dalkeith, we are advertised thus. The enemy is departed from the hithermost parts of Ahol, and gone to Kirkmichel in order to their march Northwards; as I am informed Kenmore and Glencarn are both there, and their force reported to be 500. Foot and 500. Horse; but those that gave me information that saw them, affirm they are not half that number, they lie under very many discouragements, and every place so eaten up where they come, that they are forced upon often removals, and now provision of Mutton and Beef begins to decay: I hear they intend for the North, that their Quarters upon the Lowlands may be more assured and broader, where they expect the landing of Foreign Forces, Ammunition and Money from their Majesty and the States of Holland. Athol doth nothing considerable; the people refuse to raise his men according to command, one that saw him and his soldiers, faith, he hath not got above forty Foot, and Major Mercer is there with about 60 Horse. Captain Elsemore, of Colonel Riches Regiment, sent out a party the other day from Drummond Castle, who took one Captain Stuart, who had a Commission from Lorne to raise Forces, and four others, and killed three on the place. The Marquis of Huntley died last week at his house of Bogygeith. From Darwicke, we have intelligence, thus: A private Man of War hath brought into Holy Land two Dutch Vessels, coming from the East Country, both being about an hundred and fifty ton burden laden with Tar, Pitch, and the like Commodities. From Falmouth, the 2 instant, we received intelligence, That there were many ships in this Harbour which are now all gone to their several intended Ports: The Dutch are still very busy in these parts, so that it is very hard to pass by the Lands end without a good Convoy. They have, we hear, taken a ship of London, coming from New-England, laden with Masts, Beaver-skins, and the like commodities. Here hath been some of the States' ships to wash and tallow, and to take in fresh water, but they are all at Sea again, there remaining none at present in this Harbour. From Rotterdam there is little News to write at present there being no Post come this week as yet, which doth cause us to suspect that you have once more dissolved the Parliament. In the meantime, we only expect the resolutions of your Commonwealth to make peace or war, being equally disposed to the one or the other, for our rest, or for our reputation; and as there is more likelihood for us to continue the war, seeing you do not answer our good intentions, by showing yourselves so high in your demands, there is a general willingness to contribute sufficiently, every one according to his estate and means, towards the maintaining of necessary expenses for the defence of our Provinces. And for this purpose we are building of ships in all our Ports, where do arrive several ships from all parts richly laden to support our Trade; and some of them have brought us Guns, Bullets, Saltpetre, and other Ammunition of war, which we stood in great need of, notwithstanding all this, we should be glad of a peace upon any reasonable terms: For if the war continue we must expect to have our Trade quite ruined by it, which consequently will be the ruin of this Country: and although we do please ourselves with fine words how that the King of Scot's affairs thrives in Scotland, and that many of the Nobility begin to join with the Highlanders, to whom there hath been sent from hence six or seven thousand Arms and Ammunition of all sorts which are said to be safely arrived in those parts. Yet the wise and sober minded men amongst us look upon them as a company of plunderers that are go together to rob and steal, and so to return to their holes again when the season of the year will permit to pursue them; and do conclude that this Country's safest way and chiefest good will be to conclude a peace with England, though it be upon disadvantageous terms to us, rather than to continue in so chargeable war, as it hath proved to be ever since we entered into it. Lieutenant Whitemore of Colonel Morgan's Regiment went up lately to the Hills, and took forty sheep and five Cows, which Sir Mungoe Murtag their Quartermaster General sent forth of the Highlands to be kept near his own house, Sir Mungoe's man, and one horse of the Laird of Lenes, who took Capt. Townsend and Capt. Scroop but the Rider escaped; Yesterday a party of the Tories met with four of Colonel Morgan's Troop of Dragoons near Levingston house, about ten miles from Edinburgh, whom they barbarously murdered, one of them fled into the house for safety, but the people would not protect him, but left him to the cruelty of those Villains. A party of our Dragoons from the Bray of Mane, fell upon the enemy, killed one, wounded three, and four horses, I cannot think there is a pack of more merciless Miscreants in the whole world than these now gathered together in this Country, and many of them were at Dunbar, and Worcester, and had liberty granted them through our too much lenity. From Paris Jan.5. The last News from our Army in Asatia imply, That the Marshall de la Perte hath invested Beffort, and is now making his Lines of Communication, and other works belonging to a siege; there hath been several piece of Ordinance drawn out of Nancy, which are on the way, and will come to the Leagure as soon as any Batteries will be raised for to plant them upon: The Marquis de Uxelles is to be Lieutenant General, and is expected there with three thousand men. This Design hath much alarmed the Country, and so much the more since the yielding up of the strong Castle of Philpsburgh, which was taken by a surprisal without the loss of one man. The manner thus: The Deputy Governor being gone a hunting, with some of the high Officers of that Garrison, notice being given to one of the Cardinal's creatures, he embraced with alacrity that occasion, and being come into the place, he prevailed upon the Garrison, that he became Master of the place, and this Deputy Governor being come in the evening, knowing not what had passed, found the Bridge drawn up, and the entrance denied him, whereupon he was forced to retire speedily. The Duke d'Amville being sent by the King to Blois to try once more whether he could prevail with the Duke of Orleans, and so bring him again to the Court, returned back this week, and the report is at the Court, that he hath brought a very good Answer, and that he will be shortly in this City; but others are of a contrary opinion. From Weymouth Jan.3. we received intelligence, That a Jersey Vessel went Saturday last out of this Harbour homewards, but the same night a very great storm rose at Sea, and brought the ship back again upon our coast, where she with some others, was cast away in the West-Bay, between Portland and Rotberry, all the men being cast away but the Shipman, and two Passengers that were soldiers going over to Jersey or Guernsey. From Milford Haven the 3 January. There are several Vessels here bound for Ireland, but stayed here by reason of the contrary Winds; we have not of late heard ant news from thence; The Pickeroons are still plying about the Isle of Lundy, and often come into the Severn mouth, where sometimes they catch some of out small Vessels. There is nothing more from our Fleet, but that part of them are about Plymouth, and others places to the Westward, some lie out towards the coast of Brittany, to try if they can meet the Brest Men of War, who have got now good ships, and have a considerable strength at Sea. This week is arrived the Fleet from Dunkirk, consisting of about forty sail, whereof a good part are laden with rich goods, as Silks wrought and unwrought, Linen, Thread, &c. There is come likewise five ships from the Eastland, as also one from Zant with Currants, but as yet not come up the River. The Dutch Commissioners, whom we mentioned before to be gone to Gravesend in order to take shipping for Holland, have not yet set sail, but remain there, and have have made some further application to his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council, which whether or no it will occasion their coming back again to make an absolute Agreement, a short time will discover. By an Express from Holland, we received certain intelligence, That upon Tuesday last they had about Amsterdam a most fearful Thunder, lightning and Tempest, and that by this Thunder and lightning there were about 500 houses burnt, and destroyed in and near Amsterdam, besides above 40. Merchant's ships sunk in the Texel, and many other great damages, the particulars whereof you shall have in my next, when a fuller account comes.

The true and Perfect Dutch-Diurnall, Issue 3

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From Thursday, April 27. to Thursday, May 4. 1654. The Enemy continues still in the North, Middleton drawing into Sutherland; somewhat he must attempt with speed, because the Hills will not yield sufficient to feed him and his Forces; but how he will get Southward is a question, having a great River on this side of him, and all other Passes so well guarded by our forces. They have lately had some quarrels amongst Themselves about precedence and Command, which have somewhat retarded their Levies, and disjointed them among Themselves; so that some are retired through discontent. If so be we could hear of a confirmation of the Dutch peace, I believe more would desert them, and look to the securing of their private Fortunes, because many have been drawn to engage, merely by Brags and reports of great assistance from abroad, especially out of the United Provinces. We hear not yet of Col. Morgan's remove from Dingwell, nor of any Attempts made thereabout by the Enemy. My Lord Ambassador presses very earnestly to have conclusion of his long attendance, and he had Audience both today and yesterday. The Queen seems now to be in good earnest to lay down her Crown. She did discharge last week most of all her Servants and Retinue, and hath reserved to herself a very thin Court. I must profess I understand not the mystery of it; She professes her desires of Solitude and retirement: and some others say, The Debts grew so high, that she was, as it were, forced hereunto. But whether any other secret thing is couched under it, Time will discover. Don Piemontelli, the Spanish Resident had audience on Wednesday last, and took his leave of here Majesty. He intends to take his Journey homewards within a few days, by the way of Denmark. I believe he doth not well relish our likelihood of Peace with Holland. He hath carried it very fair to my Lord Ambassador. But we think we espy some little alteration in him, since the news of the Treaty being almost finished hath arrived here; Spain would have gladly kept us still at odds. A Dispatch is come on here from Holland, bringing news that those States had fully condescended to the Articles of the Lord Protector, concerning the satisfaction for the English ships that were detained here. This Court is glad that the returning of the ships, Goods, and Guns, in the condition they are in at present, is all that is demanded of them (the Hollanders having engaged to pay for the damage) and are now very confident shortly to understand the full conclusion of Peace with England. It is said here, the Prince Palatine who is to succeed the Queen of Sweden in that Crown, is shortly to marry with the Duke of Holsteins daughter; which is thought will cause somewhat a more strict alliance between the two Crown of Denmark and Sweden, as hath been heretofore. The States have been assembled about the departure of his Imperial majesty, being appointed on the 28 of this month, S: N: without fail; to which end about 130 ships lie ready upon the Donaw, to attend his Majesty and the Court. The Swedish Ambassadors did in the said Assembly highly protest against his Majesty's so sudden departure, alleging, That upon that account the Instrumentum pacis would not only not be satisfied, but rather in all particulars unreasonably violated, and a more heavy and insupportable burden laid upon the almost languishing States of the Empire, if at least his said Majesty were not pleased most graciously to continue the Rixday per Deputatos, until such time as they might be able with better order and leisure to dispatch such business as are of most importance. News is come to the Emperors Court, that a disguised party of 250 horse, had fallen upon the Troops which conveyed the Du: of Lorain from Antwerp to Genee, with such fury, that without doubt they had quickly mastered them, and freed the Duke, if the Spanish Avant-garde had not come in to their succour; by whose assistance the said disguised party were all slain, save only 13 persons; who being taken Prisoners, were condemned to be hanged at Genee aforesaid; from whence the said Duke is to be transported for Spain. Out of Poland no other news, but that the King hath now bestowed the Littawship Blanck on Prince Radzevil, but the Ryx blanck his Majesty reserves for himself, saying, He knows no person more worthy of it. A new Convention is voted in June next, where if the matter be not compounded, it is like to turn into a Rokes, that is to say, into an honest Rebellion. In our last we promised to give you account of those persons in Scotland who are admitted to compound for their Estates, that is to say, David Lesley late Lieut. General of the Scottish Army 4000l. Sterling, Marquis of Douglas 1000l. sterl. Earl of Selorigg 1000l. sterl. The heir of Francis late Earl of Bucleuch deceased 1500l sterl. Earl of Galloway 4000l. sterl. William Earl of Roxburgh 6000 l. sterl. William Lord Cockeram, 5000 l. sterling. James Lord Forester, 2500l. sterling. Philip Amstuther son of Sir Robert Amstruther, 1000 marks sterl. Sir Archibald Sterling of Carden, 1500l. sterl. James Drummond of Mackensey, 500 l. sterl. Henry Mawl, son to the Earl of Panmure, 2500l. st. Sir James Levingston of Kilsith, 1500 l. sterl. William Murray of Polemaise, 1500 l. sterl. Earl of Buchane, 1000 l. Sterl. Viscount Dudope, 1500 sterl. Preston of Cragmiller, 1500 l. sterl. Sir Andrew Flesher of Inner Pether, 5000 l. sterl. Sir John Wauchab of Netherey, 2000 l. sterl. Earl of Perth, and Lord Drummond his eldest son, 5000 l sterl. Earl of Winton, 2000 l. ster. Earl of Findlater, 1500 l. st. Earl of Murray, 3500 l. sterl. Earl of Quinsburgh, 4000l. sterl. Earl of Eithy, 6000l. sterl. Lord Duffus, 1500 l. sterl. Lord Grey, 1500 l. sterling. Sir Henry Nisbett, 1000 l. sterl. Earl of Panmure, 10000 l. sterl. Laird of Lundee, 1000 l sterl. Earl of Arroll, 2000 l. sterl. Earl of Tullibardine, 1500 l. sterl. Earl of Sowthesk, 3000 l. sterl. Earl of Daulhousie, 1500 l. sterl. Earl of Hartfield, 2000. Sterl. William Lord Ross, 3000 l. sterl. Lord Samyle, 1000 l. sterl. Lord Elphinston, 1000 l. sterl. Lord Boide, 1500 l. sterl. James Lord Cooper, 3000 l. sterl. Lord Balvaird, 1500 l. sterl. Lord Rollock, 1000 l. sterl. Earl of Kinghorn 1000 l. sterl. Earl of Kinkardine, 1000 l. sterl. Lord Bamse, 1000 l. sterl. Mr. Robert Meldrum of Tillybody, 1000 l. sterl. Sir Robert Graham of Morphie 1000 l. ster. Sir William Scot of Harden 3000 l. sterl. Hay of Nachton, 1000 l. sterl. Remon of Lamberton, 1000 l. sterl. Colquhoun of Luz 2000 l. sterl. Hamilton of Preston, 1000 l. sterl. Mr Francis Hay of Bowsey, 2000l. sterl. Arnot of Ferney, 2000 l. sterl. Sir Robert Forqubar, 1000 l. sterl. Sir Francis Reven, 3000 l. st. Scot of Montross, 3000 l. st. Larid of Rothemegordon, 500 l. sterl. Colerney, the younger, 1000 l. sterl. Sir John Scot of Scots-Tarbut, 1500 l. sterl. Laird of Gosfrid, 1000l. sterl. Laird of Bachilton, 1500 l. sterl. James Mercer of Aldey, 1000 l. sterl. Earl of Rothes, 1000 l. sterl. Lieut. Col. Elliot of Stebbs, 1000 l. sterl. Sir Lewis Stuart, Advocate, 1000 l. sterling. Patrick Scot of Thirlstone, 2000 l. sterling. Sir James Caimeghil, 2000 l. sterl. Sir Patrick Cockborn of Clarkington, 2000 l. sterl. Sir George Morison of Preston-Grange, 2000 l. sterl. Murrey, Laird of Stanhop, son to Sir David Murrey deceased, 2000 l. sterl. All and every which sum and sums of money, shall be paid unto George Bilton, Deputy Treasurer at Leith; one moiety thereof, on, or by the second day of August, 1654; and the other moiety, on, or by the 2 of Decemb. Then next ensuing; and in default of such payment, all and every person and persons so making default; shall from thenceforth be absolutely confiscate; and the Commissioners for Sequestration are hereby empowered to seize the same accordingly. The Dutch Ambassadors (the Peace having been publicly proclaimed the day before) were very nobly entertained and feaster by his Highness the Lord Protector. The continuing of some English Frigates upon the French coast, doth give fresh Alarms to the Court here, who have sent 2 Regiments to Rochel to reinforce that Garrison: From whence they write, That the English have lately taken 42 of their ships laden with Wines; which doth very much trouble the fancies of our Grandees here. The King and Cardinal, with the rest of the Court, are gone to divert themselves at Fontainbleau, for a week or a Fortnight, and from thence to return hither again to celebrate the memory of the death of the King his Father. Here is a fresh Report of the Kings going, after he hath ended that ceremony, to Rheims, there to be Crowned. Notice is said to be given to all the Nobility and their followers, to wait upon him there for that purpose. The Italian Ball or Masque was represented for the last time before the King went out of Town. Notwithstanding the report of a Truce with Spain for Ten years, the Hangman hath defaced the Arms of the Prince of Conde, which were painted over the door of his Palace in this City, which the Prince of Conti did all that he could to prevent; but he could not prevail, the Cardinal would have it done. Charles Stuart and Prince Rupert are still at Daggers drawing about the Guns of the Swallow which have been twice sold; it seems, once by Pr: Rupert, and afterwards by Charles Stuart to the Cardinal; who coming to demand his money of him for the Guns, Prince Rupert tells him he had sold them before to another, as Goods belonging to him: This is likely to breed a deadly quarrel between them. And the truth is, the business is no better than a Cheat on either side; & therefore some think they will understand one another well enough in the end. If you will have any more news, you must go to Pope Innocent the Tenth, who is now going to his grave; his death will make the Johnsonists high in France, and will occasion some tumults in the Clergy there. This day Francis Duke of Lorain, with his two sons are expected at Lovain, and tomorrow here in Town, where his lodgings are made ready for him at Court. The Field Preparations here advance but slowly, in regard that they do stay to see what end and success the French Treaty will take in England; for as that business takes effect, so they intend to order their Campaign preparations accordingly. There come every day great store of Irish Soldiers to serve the Prince of Conde, who are no sooner entered into pay, but they are presently debauched by the French, and made to serve in their Troops. The Ambassador of France, Monsieur Vautorte, died at Ratisbone the 19 of the last month. Yesterday in the Evening came into this Road a private man of War, being a Marget Hoy of 6 Guns, and about fifty men, who having found a Dutch ship in the Channel, coming from the West-Indies that had been long at Sea, and both ship and men much spent through tediousness of the voyage, did of a sudden clap them aboard, and after a little dispute become Master of her, and brought her along with them. The ship is said to be of great value; for, beside Plate, whereof is said there is a good quantity, there are other rich Commodities. It would be a vain thing to trouble you with the recital of the odd reports these parts are filled with in the intervals of Posts, but let them die with their begetters, for notwithstanding that the Articles are ratified by the States-General, and sent over to be ratified in England likewise, yet the incredulity and doubts of some are yet so great, that they will not believe that there is a Peace till they hear it published, and that they do assist at the Bonfires, and it may be then they will give credit to it, though I think there are some that will hardly believe their own eyes; indeed here is much of the Thomas though but little of the Apostleship amongst us: yet our merchants are rigging and making ready to hoist sail with the first wind that shall assure them of a safe passage. It is thought that as soon as the Ratification is passed here will be a terrible reducing and cashiering of the Militia, on purpose to be good husbands for the State. It is said here that the Queen of Sweden hath resigned her Crown, and is expected this Summer at the Spaw, where Charles Stuart and his brother with the rest of that crew, do intend to meet here there and divert themselves at the season. Since my Lord Henry left us, things have been very Calm and well here, and so have persons. This day there met a General Council of Officers to consider of some proposals to be sent to his Highness touching the four Counties reserved from the Soldiers security, and the way and manner of satisfying Arrears. And withal a Paper was presented signed by several chief Officers and to be after signed by the whole, in way of approbation of the present Government that thereby the Scandal which lay on some Regiments, as if they were unsatisfied, might be taken off which begot a Letter congratulatory to his Highness to that purpose, it is engrossed in parchment, and signed by a numerous Company of Officers, indeed all for ought I hear except two or three, and will be sent by an Express to his Highness. Coll. Herbert is chosen Secretary of State. Coll. Alured who is said to be bound for Ireland to draw down some Forces to the Sea side to be shipped for Scotland is here arrived and gone to Liverpool in order to the providing of shipping and Provisions. The Lord hath been gracious to this City in only shaking his Rod of Pestilence over it; for since we humbled ourselves before him in two solemn days of Fasting, now eleven days past it hath stayed, and not one person dead in any house shut up, nor in the Cabins, nor is it farther broken out or dispersed then in the first 8 Families out of which only ten in all died, and they most of them Children; and since not one is sick that I hear of. Col. Venables is here arrived out of Ireland. A Proclamation of his Highness concerning a Cessation of all Acts of Hostility between the Commonwealth of England, and that of the United Provinces, and their respective People, and the restitution of all things taken and seized upon by either party, after the fourth of this instant May. Oliver Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging: Whereas the Commissioners appointed by us to Treat with the Ambassadors Extraordinary of the United Provinces, and the said Ambassadors, by way of Explanation of the third of those Articles of Peace, lately concluded between this Commonwealth, and that of the United Netherlands, and for removing all questions and differences which may arise thencefrom, have agreed and concluded the following Article, viz. [That whereas in the third of those Articles of Peace, Union and confederation made, established, and promulgated between the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Lords of the States-General of the United Provinces, it is agreed, That all Injuries, Charges and Damages, which either party hath sustained by the other since the 18, & 28 of May, in the year 1652. shall be taken away and forgotten in such manner as that hereafter neither party shall pretend any matter against the other, for, on occasion of any the aforesaid Injuries, Charges, and Damages, but that there shall a perfect abolition of all and every of them until this present day. And all Actions for the same shall be held and reputed void and null, excepting such depredations as shall be committed by either fine in these Seas after the space of twelve days, and in all other places on this side the Cape of St Vincent, after six weeks, and from thence within the Mediterranean Sea, and to the Equinoctial Line after ten weeks; and beyond the Equinoctial Line, after the space of Eight Months, or immediately after sufficient notice of the said Peace given in those places.] And whereas certain questions may possibly arise about the fore rehearsed words, which may minister occasion of debates and disputes, The said Lord Protector, and the said States-General to the end all manner of controversy and difference may be removed, which might arise by Reason of anything in the aforesaid Article contained, Have unanimously accorded and agreed, and do by these Presents publish and declare to all and singular their People and Subjects respectively, That immediately after publication of the Treaty of Peace, which is already done, all Acts of hostility shall immediately cease in all places expressed in the said Article, and in all others wheresoever. And that all depredations, damages and injuries which shall be alone or committed by one party against the other after the fourth day of this instant May, in all places whatever, mentioned in the aforesaid Article, or elsewhere, as well on this side the Line as beyond, shall be accounted for. And all things taken or seized after the abovesaid fourth of May, shall be restored without any Form of Process, as also damages growing by occasion thereof. And to the end this Agreement and Article may be the better known both parties shall publish the same within their respective Territories and Dominions, and stringently charge and command as well their ships of War, as others, whether in Port, or at Sea, to observe the same. Wherefore we having considered what is agreed as aforesaid, have confirmed and ratified, as we do confirm and ratify the same by these presents, which we have caused to be published, that all persons concerned therein may take notice thereof. And we do hereby stringently charge and require all the ships of War, and others, either belonging to the State, or to any particular persons set forth upon private Commissions, or otherwise, to observe the said Agreement. And to the end none may pretend ignorance herein, The Commissioners of the Admiralty are hereby required to give effectual notice hereof to all the ships of War of this State, either at Sea, or in Port, within these Dominions or elsewhere. And the Judges of the High Court of Admiralty are also by virtue of these Presents, forthwith to call on upon their several Securities given in that Court, all such ships as have been set forth upon private Commissions against the United Provinces, or the People thereof. Given at Whitehall this First of May, in the year 1654. In witness whereof as will the Lords Commissioners of his Highness, we the Ambassadors extraordinary of the States-General, have signed these Presents with their own hands. Done at Westminster the 18 of April, Old style in the year 1654. H: Laurence Pres. H:Beverningok. Gilb: Pickering, Wil: Nieupoort. E: Mountague, Alar, P: Jongestall. Walt: Strickland. 1. That from henceforward there shall be a firm unchangeable Peace, sincere friendship, and straighter alliance, confederation and union than ever heretofore, between the Commonwealth of England and the States-General of the United Netherlandish Provinces, and the respective Lands, Countries, and Cities everywhere under their obedience, wheresoever they are situate, and their People and Inhabitants of what quality or condition soever they be. 2. That from henceforwards, all enmity, hostility, dissension, and war, between the said two Commonwealths, and their People and Subjects shall cease, and that either party shall henceforwards abstain from all offences, spoils, depredations, and injuries, as well at Sea as at Land, and in Fresh-waters, in all their respective Lands, Countries, Dominions, places, or Governments whatsoever. 3. That all offences, injuries, costs and damages, which either party hath suffered by the other, shall be abolished and forgotten so that henceforward neither party shall pretend anything against the other, for or by reason of any such damage, offence, injury, or costs, but that there shall be a perfect abolishment of all and every the same, unto this present day, and that all actions touching the same shall be held taken for null and of no value, except such Depredations as shall be done in the British seas after the term of 12 days, and from the said seas unto the Cape of St Vincent after the term of 6 weeks, and from thence into the Mediterranean sea and to the Line after the term of 8 months, to be accounted from the day of the publication of the Peace, or immediately after that sufficient notice of the Peace shall be given in the said places; and all depredations and spoils committed and done by either party after the said terms, or notice given as aforesaid, shall be accounted of and restitution thereof made, as also of the damages arising through means or occasion of the same. 4. That all prisoners on both sides, of what condition or quality soever they be, shall be released, without paying any ransom or consideration for the same. 5. That the two Commonwealths shall remain confederated friends, united, and allied for the defence and preservation of the Liberties and Freedoms of the people of either, against all whomsoever who shall endeavour to disturb either State by Sea or Land, or being declared Enemies of the Freedoms and Liberties of the People, do shelter themselves under either of the said Governments. 6. That neither Commonwealth may do, act, or undertake against the other, nor the people of wither do or consent to anything to the prejudice or injury of one another. 7. That neither shall help, counsel, or favour the enemies or rebels of either, nor supply them with ships, arms, ammunition, or other Contraband goods, or money, victuals; and if any be used against the intent of this Article, they shall be confiscated, and the persons wittingly or willingly so offending be declared enemies of both Commonwealths, and be punished as Traitors: And as touching the specification of Contraband goods, it shall be done in due time by Commissioners which shall be named to that purpose, with this Proviso that in the mean time it shall not prejudice anything in this Article. 8. That the two Commonwealths shall assist each other against the Enemies and Rebels of either, at the cost and charge of the Parties who desire the same &c. 9. That neither of them, nor the People of either, shall not within their dominions havens or any part of them, &c. receive any who are or shall be declared Enemies, Rebels, or Fugitives be either, nor in any wise relieve them &c. but rather hinder and oppose the same. 10. That if either Commonwealth shall by Letters unto the other declare, that any Enemies Rebels and Fugitives do hide themselves in the territories of either, then they are to command them to depart within 28 days to be accounted from the day of notice given; and in case the said Enemies &c. do not depart within 15 days after command given, then they are to be punished with death, and goods. 11. That no Rebel or declared Enemy of England whatsoever, shall be harboured in any Castles, Cities, Havens, Creeks, or other places, &c. belonging to the United Provinces, nor be there in any wise relieved or favoured; and if any Governors or Officers infringe this, they shall for term of their lives lose and forfeit their Commands, Offices, Lands, &c. The Like Provision and Penalties are made also by this Article, to prevent the harbouring or relieving of any declared Enemy or Rebel of the United Provinces, in England. 12. That the people of either may freely and friendly trade to and fro, by Water and Land, in all places fortified and not fortified, situate in Europe, not paying any higher Customs or Duties, then other Foreign Nations, trading in either, do. It is likewise added in this Article, That they may trade in any goods and Commodities that they please, and to import and export the same as they please: But this Translation which pretends to be faithfully done according to the Dutch Copy omits one main and principal Clause immediately following, which remains in the Original, under the broad Seal of that Country, which is this [Salvis etiam alterutrius pariter reipub. Legibus & statutis omnibus; that is to say, Saving all the Laws and Statutes of either Commonwealth respectively.] This should have been added in this Article, but the Translators (for what reason I know not) thought fit to omit it. Therefore it will be best for the Reader to see the true Copy, now printed by his Highness Printers, and not trust a Pamphlet that is set forth without any name to own it. 13. That the ships and vessels of the United Provinces as well Men of War as others, meeting in the Narrow Seas, commonly called the British Seas, any Men of War of the State of England, they shall strike the flag, and let fall the fore-sail in such manner as the same hath been observed in former times in any Government. 14. The 14. Provides against the harbouring of Pirates and Sea-Rovers, in the Havens &c. of either &c. 15. That in case either Commonwealth do make any Treaty of Amity or Alliance with any Republics, Princes, or States, they shall comprehend each other therein, with all their dominions, if they desire to be comprehended; and that either shall be bound to give the other notice of such Treaties. 16. That if any of the People of either, chance to do or attempt anything against this Treaty, &c. nevertheless the Alliance shall not thereby be broken or interrupted, but only the offending persons be punished, and satisfaction given to the persons injured, within certain limited times, as is more at large set down in this Article; and if the persons offending do not give satisfaction within the times there set down, they are to be declared Enemies to both Commonwealths, and to have their estates and goods confiscated, and their persons punished accordingly, &c. 17. That the people of either &c. may pass to and fro in all Quarters of the United Provinces, and in England, Scotland, or Ireland, but in case armed, not above 40 in company, to drive Trade, &c. 18. That all ships of either, who shall by storm or pirates be driven into the havens, &c. of either Commonwealth, may depart without paying custom, molestation, or searching Provided, they do not break bulk nor receive any persons or goods aboard, or otherwise offend. 19. That the Merchants & Seamen of either, with their ships, goods, &c. shall not be arrested in the Lands, Havens, and Rivers of the other, to serve at war or otherwise unless upon as inevitable necessity, and upon having satisfaction for the same. 20. That the Merchants on both sides, with their Factors, and Servants, Skippers, and others travelling, may, when they go on Land in either Country, use all sorts of weapons for defence and offence, but being come into their Lodgings or Inns, they shall there lay by their arms, until they return again on board. 21. That the men if war of either Commonwealth, meeting or hailing at sea any Merchants ships or shipping belonging to the said Commonwealths, holding the same course, or going the same warm shall be bound as long as they keep one course together, to protect and defend them against all and singular, who would attempt anything against them. There remain yet twelve Articles more, which not being to be contracted into so narrow a compass, as part of a Pamphlet, I must for them, refer you till the next. The General Council hath proceeded so far, as to resolve to cast Lots who shall be in each Province. The General Officers are fallen in Munster. A letter owning the Government of the Lord Protector is also signed unanimously, and to be sent by Officers of quality. It's feared the Lands will fall short of satisfying the whole Arrears, and therefore the standing Army who have Arrears due since June, 1649. are consent to take but two thirds at present, leaving the other as a pawn for their brethren who have Arrears due before 1649. until either more can be found upon an exact survey (for as yet we compare only by the gross) or that more be got from England, and then take in their pawn again. ■ There hath little of Concern happened since General Monks arrival here, Col. Morgan with his brigade lieth still at Dingwell, and the enemy under Middleton in Sutherland, most of their forces being lately drawn from all parts towards the North. So that there are not so many straggling parties in the Lowlands as formerly, only some few in Dumfries and Galloway. A party of about thirty (which are under the English Capt. Lieut. to Kenmore) came about four days since to Provost Marburnie's house near Dumfries, which they burnt, and many goods. The Provost got to a little old Tower, which himself with half a dozen more held out against them. The Tories endeavouring to storm it, they killed 2 English and two more, and so secured themselves.

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A Declaration of his Highness the Lord Protector, concerning the Dukes, Marquesses, Earls, Lords, Knights, and Gentlemen, that shall presume to disturb the Peace of this Nation; and his Resolution touching Sir Gilbert Gerard, Major Mason, Dr. Naudin, and the rest of the Gentlemen now prisoners in the Tower of London. The discovery of a further Plot against his Highness, the taking of a French ship and the Conspirators, and the chief Actor Mr Fitz James ( that should have murdered Him ) escaping and cozening the English, by leaping into the sea, and drowning himself: An exact Narrative of the whole business, the confession of the Actors, and the time when this Treason should have been executed. A Proclamation of the States of Holland, the calling back of their messenger from England, and the particulars of a desperate fight in Scotland. From Friday May the 19. to Friday May the 26. 1654. London, printed by Robert Wood, for G. Horton, 1654. It is recited in Speed's Chronicle, That Dr Cranmer, with the Earl of Wiltshire , and some others, being sent by King Henry the 8th to the Pope, about his Divorce from Queen Katherine, when the day of hearing was come, and the Pope sitting in his Pontificalitus put forth his foot to be kissed of the Ambassadors, an unmannerly Spaniel of the Earls ran and caught his great Toe in his teeth: so that the Ambassadors disdaining to kiss where the Dog had taken an assay, let the Pope draw back his foot, and so they left the especial favour offered unto them. But Pope Innocentius the 4th, a bloody & turbulent man, after many wicked and abominable pranks, as he was in Naples, a voice was heard in his Court: Surge miser, & veni ad judicium : Arise, oh wretch, and come to judgement, and the day following he was found dead in his bed, all black and blue, as though he had been beaten with Bats: But of such Historical Relations, (both Foreign and Domestic more hereafter. Gen. Monk hath sent a Letter to his Highness the Lord Protector, whereby he signified, That he was advanced beyond Stirling toward the Highlanders from whence he intends, after securing of some few passes, to take the field. In the interim, col. Lilburne hath performed a singular piece of service, by engaging col. Middleton (brother to Gen. Middleton) and after a sharp Dispute, took prisoner this valiant Hero and divers other Commanders, routed the whole party (but they were not many) and pursued them towards Caithness, making good their Retreat, with little loss. Col. Morgan is about Tane, watching opportunities to engage them, and the Highlanders are preparing to receive them; having fortified several passes, and made them inaccessible. Gen. Monk hath caused two Gentlemen to be hanged as Spies, burnt the Inn at Muscleborough that harboured them, and erected a Gibbet in the same place. From Paris it is certified, That the Portugal Ambassador has received audience of his Majesty, to whom he imparted the joyful Tidings of a Victory obtained by the Portugal fleet against the Hollanders in Brazil; and of the taking of Reclif, and about 40 other Towns and Castles from them. Which doth not a little rejoice the Royal Family: Win gold, and wear it; 'tis fit everyone should have their own. Upon a delicate Banquet between the King and Queen, on the 3 of May, the K of Scots, and his afflicted Mother were both invited, in whose presence, his Maj. danced the great Ballet; but the young Charles exceeds him far in the Italian Comedy. Propositions are preparing to be sent to the K of Spain for a ten years Truce. From Holland they write, That since the concluding of a peace there hath been great discontents; and that the Princess Dowager, the Princess Royal, and the rest of the family of Nassaw, have presented a Declaration to the States General, bemoaning and applying their condition as sad by the late Articles of peace with England; and the very women have addressed themselves on the Prince's behalf, wringing their hands, and crying out, Ah! poor Prince, what hast thou done that thou shouldest be thus used? Ah poor Child! what a sad condition art thou in? and the like penetrate expressions; whereupon, its conceived, the States will have compassion on them, and permit them to live peaceably, if they please. The great Duke of Muscovy has sent an Ambassador to the Hague, demanding Officers and warlike Ammunition: from thence he goes to France, where their Sovereign Lord the King to be all in arms. ☞ On Saturday last there was a great Plot discovered against his Highness the Lord protector and his Council, and many of the Conspirators being examined on the Monday following, before the council, an Order passed for their restraint, & accordingly they were committed to the Tower, as intending to be Actors, the Plot being contrived in France, and so to have taken away the life of his Highness, the Lord protector, and to have murdered the council, and to have massacred all those that should have stood in opposition against them: Nay, this was not all; but their Design was wholly to subdue, extirpate, and break asunder, those Chains of Mercies, and Links of Liberties, so long contended for, and at last happily effected, though with the loss and expense of the blood of many thousand Saints. It is confirmed from Brazil, that the Hollanders are almost totally banished from those parts; and are extremely threatened in other places. The last news from Scotland sayeth, That the Royal party grow numerous, and that they spake themselves to be above 11000 at the last Rendezvous, being resolved to fight us; which is extremely desired by the merry Redcoats: so that by our next, no doubt but you will hear of action. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock is arrived at Lubeck: The Queen of Sweden will certainly resign the Crown to her kinsman Carolus Adolphus; his brother Prince John Adolphus having laid down his Patent of the Lord High Marshal of Sweden, is gone to Stockholm, to confer with his elder brother, who will shortly be invested with the Royal Dignity. Gen. Oxenstern is appointed to go as an Ambassador into England with a great Retinue, and a gallant Train both by Sea and Land are expediting forth. than ever, and hath clapped the Venetian Ambassador in close prison, not so much as rendering a reason for it, or intending to have any further Treaty or capitulation with the Duke of Venice. The States General of the United Provinces have set forth a Proclamation for prevention of disturbances, or breach of the peace between England and Holland, that all persons whatsoever shall acknowledge and submit to the Ratification, and obey their Superiors in all places. Excellent good? but who do they tell their tale to? A Leathern Cloak for such Creatures: Come, there's a time for all things. For, observe, 't was a Maxim in the days of our Forefathers (and those were good, I am confident) That pride would have a fall: Truly, Gentlemen, Experience makes it out in this our Age; and not only of those who have revolted from the most excellent Bonds of Loyalty; but likewise reflecting upon many that have formerly usurped a Sovereignty, that is, in coveting of thy Neighbours' goods, & making thyself great, by the sweat of their brows. Alas! 'tis pity, Really, I could wish every man had his own; forbearance is no acquittance. In the interim, thus much give me leave to present you with, that the great Belgian Champion, Vice Admiral Dewit, and all the rest of their men of War, strikes both flag and topsail to the English, & have done Homage, (that is, to cringe like a Spaniel) in the very place, or near to it, where they endeavoured to have destroyed them about 3 years ago. Deus nobis hcotia fecit. From Scotland they write, That Gen. Middleton's forces increaseth, & that the taking of his brother, and hanging up of two Gentlemen as spies, doth so far exasperate his undaunted spirit, that he, nor none of his, are resolved neither to give, or take quarter. Happy be lucky, the longest liver take all: And seeing that so just a quarrel must be disputed with fiery Arguments from the mouth of the Canon, doubtless but Trophies of Honour will crown our renowned Heroes, with triumphant achievements: for, truly, we have dissipated them in several places, and upon the last Onset a party of col. Cooper's Dragoons meeting with the Lord of Cairdennis, and his party, charged gallantly, and routed them desperately, killed his Lordship, two Cornets, & 9 more upon the place, took 35 prisoners, and as many horse, if our intelligence fails us not: Must we not take it from the letter of the Times? From Paris thus: His Majesty hath deferred his day of Coronation, until the day of Holy Trinity, and the commissioners of Rheims have made great preparations for his entertainment, by the humble and loyal subjects of that city: A good bearing. Tis said, there is a league offensive between this Crown, and Portugal, who doth undertake to set forth a fleet to assist them; Who minds 'em? And that Pr. Rupert is said to go suddenly for Germany, and the K of Scots, and his brother James, for the Highlanders; but I have not faith enough to believe that, as yet. Discovery was made of a barbarous Conspiracy, by villainous Assassinations, to have turned the State into blood and confusion. And whereas the enemies of the peace of this Nation, do appear still restless in their attempts to involve this Commonwealth in blood and confusion: In order whereunto, divers of them have lately repaired to London, as well from beyond the seas, as from several parts of this Commonwealth. His Highness with the advice of his Council, hath set forth a Proclamation, expressly charging and commanding, That for the better discovery of persons ill affected to the peace of this Commonwealth, the Constables of the respective parishes within the Cities of London and Westminster, Borough of Southwark, and the Lines of Communication, do forthwith after the publication of the same, repair to the several houses within their respective parishes, and require from the Householders a List of the names of all such persons as now do, or did lodge in their respective houses on Friday night last, being the 19 of this instant May, or at any time since, with their several qualities and conditions, and how long they have been lodged there. And all and every the said Householders, are accordingly to deliver to the said Constables, or one of them, a true List of all such names, upon peril of being reputed and dealt with all, as accomplices and partakers in the said Designs. Which Lists so delivered, the respective Constables of the parishes aforesaid, are within 48 hours, to deliver to the Lord Mayor of London, and Bailiffs of Westminster and Southwark, respectively, whereof the said Constables are not to fail at their utmost peril. And the said Lord Mayor and Bailiffs are to return the Lists so to be by them received to his Highness Council at Whitehall, immediately after the receipt thereof. And his Highness doth likewise strictly command and require, that no persons whatsoever lodging within the Lines of Communication, do change his or their several and respective Lodgings, or depart out of the said Lines for the space of ten days after the date hereof, without a special License and Pass in that behalf obtained from the Lord Mayor, or Bailiff of Westminster and Southwark respectively, under their respective hand and seals; which Pass the said Lord Mayor and Bailiffs are authorized to give to all such persons concerning whom they shall be satisfied, that they have no ill intentions or designs against the Commonwealth, and to none else. And if any shall presume to depart without Licence, it shall be reputed a contempt of his Highness command, and be punished according to its merit. The names of those sent to the Tower, are, Sr Gilbert Gerard, Col Gerard, Mr Fotherby, Mr Bagaley, Mr Jones, Mr Tudor, Dr. Naudin, Maj Mason, M Brown, M. Hill. The Hollanders do already begin to find the benefit of the peace with England and about 20 sail are come to the River of Thames with great store of cheese and linen. Divers Colliers are likewise safely arrived, and the great fleet is suddenly expected. SIR, Great are the discontents in these parts by the house of William of Nassaw, and all that are that way allied or affected, declare, that they knew not but of one or two of the Articles of peace till they were concluded and published; and therefore determinate, to set the Royal bellows at work, to blow new Embers, and kindle a consummating fire within the bowels of both Commonwealths; in order whereunto, Count William is calling his Army to a general Rendezvous, and declares very high for the Royal Interest: so that we are constrained to keep very strong Guards, both here and at other places, and do expect new Commotions to be had very suddenly; very high words they give forth, on behalf of the young Prince of Orange, yet they seem rather to proceed from abundance of affection, than judgement, valour, or anything that may add life, nerves, and sinews to an war. Upon the beating upon Drums both here, and in France, the discontented persons come in, and list themselves voluntarily, and, if Report speaks truth, many are sent from thence into Scotland. We hear that the foreign Ambassadors have had audience with Cardinal Mazarine, in order to the carrying on of a general peace. The Prince of Conde hath had new Propositions sent to him for an agreement since his effigies were hanged up in Paris; and his brother Conti, who is now in great favour, endeavours to be an effectual Mediator between his brother and the Court, who have a sum of money for the King of Scots; but the pittance was so small, that he is like to have occasion (poor Gentleman) to make new addresses for more before he can get out of that Country. Amsterdam, May 19, 1654. This week the Packet Boat coming for England from beyond sea, was taken by the out-lying Pirates abroad: some of the English passengers were drowned, and those that they saved were stripped to the skin; but the next morning the Master, one woman, and two more, had pieces of broken sails given them to cover their nakedness, and put into an old Cockboat to shift for themselves. From Guernsey they write, That the Hector frigate attending without St. Mallows divers days for conveying the English from thence who are still detained under the arrest, a Shallop was sent out of the Town to tell the Captain that the English should have all freedom; but this was found to be merely a Decoy, to draw him in, and so not trusted. For, we hear, that two of our frigates are seized upon, and that upon the going of 60 of our men ashore for fresh victuals, endeavoured to drive away some cattle; but the country receiving the alarm, rescued the cattle, fell upon our men, and killed, wounded, and took above 30, pursuing the rest to the ships, two of which were stranded upon going forth of the Tide: whereupon the great Guns were brought from St. Mallows, to batter the ships, which they did begin to do, but the Tide coming in, the ships got off without any great hurt. The Governor apprehending this to be a design against the Town, took an occasion to turn out all the English Merchants, and to seize upon all their Goods in the Warehouses, and hath got all for the present in his own custody. Complaints hath been made hereof, and the French Ambassador hath had audience, so that the business is under examination. ☞ There was a man most barbarously murdered the last week, and being cut to pieces, was put into a bag, and thrown into a Ditch not far from Paddington, (the ready Road to Tyburn) he was so mortified and dismembered, that none can make a discovery what he is; for not only his head and nose were separated from his body, but his hands arms, legs, and thighs, were also cut off: This was done by one man and a woman, who falling out in Turnball street on Saturday night last, she discovered him, and immediately he was apprehended and carried before a Justice, who asked him, how he could find in his heart to commit so unmerciless and bloody an act, he made answer, pish, Justice Ass, that's a thing of nothing, I could serve you so, if I had you in Place where. The Picaroons in the Western seas are as bold, and as busy, as ever; but dare not adventure Easterly, where Gen. Pen lies with the Fleet in the Downs, in a gallant Equippage. And the next main design 'tis thought will be to help the Venetians against the great Turk, for that he is the common enemy of all Christendom; and as he is making of himself stronger than ever, so doth he show himself more insolent By an Express from Holland it is certified, That the Royal party mount up like so many sturdy Cedars; and great is the noise of a secret Article, which is said to be added by the States of Holland, without being communicated to the States General; whereby the Pr. of Orange and his whole Race and Posterity, in case he hate any, are to be excluded out of all the charges and dignities, which the deceased P. of Orange did possess. This caused some of the cities to protest against it, and the other 6 Provinces desire a copy of what the States of Holland had agreed and concluded upon this subject. Nay, more, 'tis said, the States have sent an Express into England, to recall their Messenger that was dispatched by them with this private Article a little before, to prevent the delivery thereof to the Lord protector. In the meantime, they debate about the disposal of their fleet, which is said will be sent for Brazil; (high time where Francisco Barretto Governor for the Portugals) having obtained several advantages upon the Hollanders, blocked up their strong fort of Becif, with the small forces he had, notwithstanding the 28 forts the Dutch had round about; and at length by the assistance of the Portugal fleet of 65 sail, who blocked up the place by sea, and landed some forces there; on the 5 of Jan. last he stormed and took the Fort of Salines; The 6 he came before the Fort of Furaco, which was presently abandoned, & blown up by those within, He came after to the new Fort, next to the Recif, and very strong and well manned; but after a stout resistance they were forced to yield, though notwithstanding they had above 1500 men, and 6 months provisions, and in defiance of the Portugals, had kept it 24 years. We hear that divers other eminent persons are apprehended (upon suspicion) as Actors in the late conspiracy; and that a Vessel is taken with Letters from France; and he whom they say should have murdered his Highness, leaped overboard and drowned himself, his name was Fitz James, an Irish man, and divers of those taken, confess the plot was near execution, upon effecting whereof, the people were to rise in several parts of the Nation, the K. of Scots were to enter, and be proclaimed King: so that had it taken, it would probably have been the bloodiest day that ever was in England.

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☞ A New Ambassador sent over from the States of Holland into England, his landing at Harwich on Wednesday last; and his Message to His Highness the Lord Protector of England; With an abstract of the Peace concluded betwixt the States of the United Provinces and this Commonwealth. The Lord Glencairn's Letter to Middleton concerning his proceedings against the English; The Lord Lorne's revolting from the Enemy, and the taking of divers horse and prisoners by Col. Okey's Captain Lieutenant near Dunkeld; with the Scots falling upon a party of ours commanded by Captain Elsemore's Lieutenant, and killing the Cornet, one Corporal, two troopers, and took seven; but with loss of Col. Wogan and divers others. The coming in of the East India Fleet, and divers of them running aground in the Vlie. A List of the prizes taken this Week from the Dutch, some mischief done in Ireland by the Tories, and a Narrative of the L. Whitlock's journey to the Swedish Court. From Friday the 20. of January, to Friday the 27 of January. 1654. I Shall in this place present you with an Abstract of the Lord Whitlock's journey from Gothenburg to Uppsala. On the 29 of Novemb. he went from Gothenburg, his Train consisting of 83 saddle Horses, 2 Coaches, and about 60 Wagons: The first night the L. Laggerfield's Secretary was sent to accommodate him; and having endured 14 days hard travel, they came to Encopin, a Town within 4 leagues of Uppsala, where her Maj. sent to him to desire him to repose himself 2 or 3 days; which his Lordship did. And then the Q sent the Mr. of the Ceremonies, with her own Coach, who conducted him, accompanied with 18 other Coaches, and a great many of her Maj. servants on Horseback, to the Court, and commanded he should want no manner of accommodation. We hear by a ship come from Hamburg, and also many ships this week come from Dunkirk, of ten of our merchant men come safely to Gothenburg, laden with all Eastern commodities, and five of our Frigates convoy to them, who have also homewards bound made several prizes upon the coast of Norway, which will be in England very shortly. All persons are desired to take notice, that the Committee for Claims for Lands in Ireland, have appointed Thursday the ninth of February, 1653. for Adventurers to draw Lots at Grocers hall, London, for Baronies, and that all persons who intend then to draw Lots, do before that day in their pence, WILLIAM TIBBS. The Letters out of Ireland, say, That the Tories begin to play their pranks again, and some hundreds have been discovered together in a body; yet if but a party of ten or twenty of our men do but appear, they all fly away, and hide themselves in the woods. This day His Highness the Lord Protector and his Honourable Council, set forth an Ordinance declaring, That it shall be high Treason for any person (not being an Officer, Soldier, or Member of the Army) to plot, contrive, or endeavour the stirring up of any mutiny in the said Army, or if any person shall invite or assist any Foreigners invading England, Scotland, or Ireland, or if any person shall plot, contrive, or endeavour the betraying or yielding up any City, Town, Fort, Ship or Vessel, belonging to this Commonwealth, or if any person shall compass or imagine the death of the Lord Protector for the time being, or if any person or persons shall maliciously or advisedly either by writing, printing, openly declaring, preaching, teaching, or otherwise publish, that the Lord Protector, and the people in Parliament assembled, are not the Supreme authority of this Commonwealth, or if any person or person whatsoever, shall proclaim, declare, publish, or any way promote Charles Stuart, eldest son to the late King, or James Stuart one other of his sons, or any other the issue or posterity of the said late King, or any other person or persons, claiming by, from, or under him or them, or either or any of them, or any of the Dominions to them, or either or any of them belonging; or if any person or persons, shall give, keep, or hold any intelligence whatsoever, by Letters, Messages, or otherwise, to or with the said Charles Stuart, James Stuart, the late Queen their mother, or any of them; or if any person or persons shall counterfeit the money of this Commonwealth: or shall bring any false money into this land, either counterfeit or other, like to the money of this Commonwealth (knowing such money to be false) to the intent to merchandise, or otherwise; or if any person or persons shall hereafter falsely forge or counterfeit any such kind of Coin, either of Gold or Silver, which is not the proper coin of this Commonwealth, and yet is or shall be current within the same; or shall bring from the parts beyond the Seas into this Commonwealth, or into any the Dominions of the same, any such false or counterfeit coin of money to the intent to utter or make payment with the same, within this Commonwealth. Or if any person or persons shall Impair, Falsify, Clip, Wash, Round, File, and Scale, of lighten any the proper monies of this Commonwealth, or of the monies or coins of any other places allowed, or suffered to be current within this Commonwealth. Sir, These parts afford no news, the enemy is preparing to make ready for the season of the year, and do the utmost this Winter to promote their design, and do send into our quarters, their Warrants for their levies, but dare not come themselves to see performance, only in the night do come and steal horses, and at sometimes do carry away some men, you may by the enclosed see their Warrants, and what the Governor of this place Col. Cooper is constrained to do, to counterwork them, or else the people would be willing to answer their expectations, no more but that I am Sir, William Earl of Glencairn, Lord Killmarr's, Commander in chief of His Majesty's Forces within the Kingdom of Scotland. By virtue of a Commission directed to us by his Majesty, for levying of forces, Horse and foot, for suppressing the common enemy within this Kingdom; we do hereby require you & every of you, within the shires of Ayr and Renfrew, upon sight thereof, to send forth for His Majesty's service, forth of every Thousand pounds sent within your Shires respectively, one sufficient well mounted man, with Pistols, and other furniture, and weapons belonging there o, and to deliver the same at Roldew, to Lieut. Col. George Maxwel, Lieu. Col. George Herriot, and Cap. James Cunningham, or any having their Orders for that effect: certifying all persons of whatsoever quality, within the said Shires respectively, that doth either refuse or delay to give obedience to this our Order and Commands, they shall be taken notice of, and proceeded against as disloyal subjects, and professed enemies to the present Expedition. Whereas by the contrary, we do hereby oblige ourselves to protect and defend against all enemies whatsoever, all such as shall willingly put forth their several proportions of the aforesaid Horse levy. And whatsoever horses, or any other goods shall be taken from any one of them so protected, in any disorderly manner, shall not only be restored again, but the person or persons offenders, shall according to the quality of the offence, at the sight of the party offended, be severely punished, to the terror of others; And ordains this to be published at every Headborough, or Parish Church within the said Shires respectively, that every Heritor, and others therein contained, pretend no ignorance of the premises. Given at Garth, Decemb. 23. 1653. GLENCAIRN. This day produced intelligence of the proceeding of the States of Holland, a Copy whereof take as followeth. Sir, There is brought into Flushing two Virginia prizes, the one of 18, the other of 11 pieces of Ordinance, laden with Tobacco, Sugar, Indico, and Beaver wool, taken near the English Channel; and two other prizes are brought into the Vlie. There are divers ships come from the Straights, and two hundred are expected from France; also some East India ships are come likewise into the Vlie, and the whole Fleet is said to be within sight of Land, but to our great grief we hear that four of five of them are stranded, and the goods like to be lost. He that takes an Eel by the Tail hath but slippery hold, and however the Dutch pretend Peace, their actions show the contrary; for in Zealand they are setting forth 20 new ships of War, of 150, 136 to 130 foot long, and from 30 to 33 foot broad. There are divers Ambassadors come hither from several Princes, and it is feared, will rather endeavour to obstruct, than promote peace with England. Middleton hath lately received a Letter from Glencairn, giving him notice that he hath made himself Master of Sterlingshire, and of the Northern quarter of Scotland, and that they only want the King's presence, and some more Arms and Ammunition. The Deputies of the States arrived here yesterday from England, and thereupon the Lord States assembled this day, and the Deputies made report of these Negotiations; it is said that the English would exclude the King of Denmark in the Articles, and therefore that point remained undenied, till the ratification of the Articles. I have sent you here enclosed, a Narrative of a paper printed at Haerlem, entitled Peace, or true news of the Peace concluded between the United Provinces, and the Commonwealth of England. 1. That the Deputies of Holland by the dissolution of the last Parliament, and the transferring the Sovereignty of the said Commonwealth of England to Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector, had been interrupted three days in their Negotiation. 2. That on the third of January, 1653. they treated very close with the English Commissioners at Whitehall, and the eight very near perfected the Treaty, which was not brought to a full end because of some difficulty. 3. Thereupon the Lordships (as they had done sometimes before) declaring to be desirous to return home, and demanding a Pass to that effect; it was granted them the ninth day, and they being gone to Gravesend, the said Treaty hath there been resumed in hand by the English, and all the Articles renewed, whereupon the Allies and Confederates were comprehended in it. And that the fourteenth the Peace was there agreed on, concluded and signed, God Almighty be praised; being a great blessing for the Protestants throughout Christendom. 4. That afterward the Lord Deputies of Holland, after many loving embracements, went the 16 into a ship appointed for them and ready to set sail, and their Lordships arrived in the Mase the 21, and about noon arrived at Schiedam, from whence they came that evening to the Hague, where, upon their coming, and the report they have made of the peace concluded, and of all the circumstances, there hath been great rejoicing. 5. That the 22 the States sent Letters to all the Towns and Burroughs concerning this great and good business, that everyone might be informed thereof. 6. The time will not yet give me leave (good Country men) to afford you more particulars of the Treaty; I shall only add, that the Lords States will speedily call for a meeting, to agree, ratify, and approve the said Articles of Peace. God grant it. In Zealand they will not believe anything of the peace, but do persist for war; they say there that the English will not have a Peace unless they buy it at at a dear rate, and with ready money; which the Zealanders look upon as a peace that will be dishonourable, troublesome, disadvantageous, and not lasting: but we that are Merchants must pray and desire peace, for if these miserable wars continue, we shall be quite undone for want of trade, which is the only support of these countries. Hague, Jan. 22 stilo novo, 1654. This day the Term began, and the Judges sat in the several Benches in Westminster hall. This day was published in Print, an Ordinance for Repealing of several Acts, and Resolves of Parliament, made for, or touching the subscribing or taking the ENGAGEMENT. Whereas many general promissory Oaths and Engagements, (in former times imposed upon the people of this Nation) have proved burthens and snares to tender Consciences, and yet have been Exacted, under several Penalties, Forfeitures, and Losses; Upon consideration whereof, and out of a tenderness of requiring such obligations, be it ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of the Council, that one Act of Parliament, published in print the second day of January, one thousand six hundred forty and nine, entitled, An Act for subscribing the Engagement; And certain Orders, entitled, Resolves touching the subscribing to an Engagement, &c. And all and every clause, branch, article, and sentence in them, and every or any of them contained, shall from and after the nineteenth day of January in the year of our Lord one thousand six hundred fifty and three, stand and be absolutely repealed and annulled; and that all and every clause, branch, article, proviso or sentence contained in any other Act, Ordinance, Resolves or Order of Parliament, whereby the said Oath or Engagement is directed, and appointed to be taken, and administered, and all and every the penalties, losses, incapacities, disabilities, and forfeitures for not taking, or subscribing the same, shall from and after the said nineteenth day of January, in the year of our Lord one thousand and six hundred fifty and three, (as to so much only (and no more) as concerneth the said Engagement, and the penalties, losses, incapacities, disabilities, and forfeitures for not taking or subscribing the same), be, at date hereby, utterly repealed, and made void: And that the said Oath or Engagement, where the same is appointed to be administered by itself, or where the same is inserted into any other Oath (as to so much only as concerneth the said Engagement) shall not, from or after the said nineteenth day of January, in the year of our Lord one thousand six hundred fifty and three, be administered unto, or taken by any Officer, Minister of Justice, or other person whatsoever; but the same shall from thenceforth be wholly taken away and abolished, to all intents and purposes whatsoever. And that from and after the said nineteenth day of January, in the said year of our Lord one thousand six hundred fifty and three, no place or office of trust within this Commonwealth, shall be made void, by reason of the not taking or subscribing the said Engagement. And it is lastly Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, That if any person or persons whatsoever have been delayed, hindered, or prejudiced in any course or proceedings of Law, Justice, or Equity, or hath not or cannot have the full benefit thereof, by reason or means that such person or persons hath not or have not taken and subscribed the said Engagement, in such form, or at such time or times as hath or have been limited or appointed for the taking or subscribing thereof, such person or persons shall from henceforth by admitted unto, and have such course, pleadings and proceedings in Law, Justice, and Equity, as if such person or persons had taken or subscribed the said Engagement, in such manner and form, and at such time or times, as was or were directed or appointed for the taking or subscribing thereof, and not otherwise. Ordered by his Highness, the Lord Protector, and his Council, that this Ordinance by forthwith printed and published. Hen. Scobel Clerk of the Council. The King of France for the present made a stop of all English ships in the Harbours of France. The titular King of England is for certain as yet in France, whatsoever is whispered to the contrary. Prince Rupert hath been so fortunate this Christmas at play, that he hath won twelve thousand Crowns of some of the Lords of that Kingdom. It is reported that the Duke d'Anguyen is to be married to the Lord Protector of England's daughter; it would be well if he were born to so good a fortune; if he obtains her father's consent he may chance to give her a French Crown to her Dowry. In Whitechapel below the Church over against the Stile that goes to Stepney, in Trumpet yard, dwells L.M. Student in Mathematical Physic, who cureth the Tysick and Cough of the Lungs, the swelling of the Spleen, and deafness of the ears, pestilent Fevers, all sorts of Agues; of which cure he never failed; and hath cured many that have been thought incurable. If you enquire at the white Lyon in Whitechapel; or at the Angel in Cornhil near the Royal Exchange, they will direct you to him. The History of New England, from the English planting in the year 1628. until the year, 1652. A Vessel from New-Haven, forced on shore upon the French coast by the Diamond. A prize of Wines taken by the Middleborough, is brought into Plymouth. A French man taken by Captain Heaton, laden with Wines, sent into Plymouth. A Fly-boat, called the Spotted Ox, an Holland Merchant ship coming from Bordeaux, laden with Wines, of 140 Lasts, taken by Captain Hide, sent in to Dartmouth. A small Vessel called the Hope of Campheir, with Deal boards, and ballast brought in by the Expedition. An Holland Virginia Merchant ship run on board and sunk by the Ruby Frigate. A Dutch Merchant ship richly laden, sunk upon the coasts of France, upon a chase. Two Dutch ships sunk near the coasts of Norway. A Dutch Merchant ship taken upon the coasts of Scotland. One Dutch ship sunk, coming from Bordeaux, near the Pole-head. A Dutch Flute belonging to Monnickdam, taken near Gostenburgh. Another ship coming from Dantaick, belonging to the same place. Take this from Scotland. The Enemy is much startled at Lorne's revolt, and think there is some design in it. Col. Okey's Capt. Lieutenant fell into their quarters near Dunkeld took 10 prisoners, 16 horses, and killed two on the place. But a party of Capt. Elsmore were not so successful, his Lieutenant being sent with 30 horse to rescue some sheep taken by the Enemy, pursued them, and recovered their prize; but returning were Ambuscadoed, and had an intricate retreat; the Cornet, one Corporal, and two Troopers were killed, and 7 taken, but divers of the Enemy lost their lives, amongst the rest Col. Wogan is supposed to be one, who charged first with the English. The Spring comes on apace, and then our forces will take the field, and soon quell these insolent fellows. We have there at the least 20 complete Regiments, which for satisfaction of the curious I shall here nominate. General Monck's, Col. Read's, Col. Okey's, Col. Fenwick's, Col. Rich's, Col. Fairfax's, Col. Twisleton's, Col. Cooper's, Col. Overton's, that which was Major Gen. Harrison's, Col. Alured's, Col. Morgan's, Col. Daniel's, Col. Fitch's, Col. Ashfield's, Col. Cobbet's, Col. Salmon's, Col. Thomlinson's, part of Col. Sanderson's, the Company at Dumbarton, besides going to Scotland, Major Gen. Lambert's, Commis. Gen. Whalley's, part of Sir William Constable's. This day came intelligence, That the States of Holland have sent over an Ambassador, to deliver a Message from Them, to His Highness the Lord Protector of England; who is landed at Harwich, and this Evening is expected to come to London. O that he might (like Noah's Dove) bring us the glad tidings of PEACE. Licensed and entered according to the late Act for Printing. London, PRINTED by R. WOOD, 1654.

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This day the Ministers and six of the Elders of the French Church, and a Marquis of France were with His Highness the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, to congratulate, declaring their sense of engagement, to bless God for Him, and their hope of protection to themselves, and the rest of God's people from Him. And they received a very satisfying Answer; So that there is like to be that correspondence with the Protestant Churches of foreign parts, which yet hath not been: which will be a great blow to Antichrist, and a great means to exalt the Throne of the Lord Jesus, when the multitudes of those that believe shall be of one heart, and of one mind; for the Spirit of the Lord worketh by love. Honourable, In pursuance of your Orders for the attendance of my Lord Ambassador Whitlock the 15. November, we arrived at Gothenburg. Some foul weather parted company the day before, but through mercy, all well arrived, my Lord and his Retinue all well. The 23. My Lord set forward from Gothenburg to the Court, Contrary winds detained us until the 22. of Decemb. We attempted once or twice to sail, but were forced in again: Our ship's company hath been sickly, above 90 men sick at a time, five died, at present generally in a recovering condition, my Lord sent his Packet by the Phenix, who got out of Port a day before us, the wind taking us short as we were going out the Harbour under the lear; We met with three Holland's men of war, and some 8 or 9 Merchant men with them, we fired ten guns upon them, but our sickly condition, our enemies odds, and a Lee shore, were the reasons upon which we left them. A day or two after come up the Phenix, who had been in a fight with a Holland man of war, he had four men killed, 11 wounded and lost his Bowsprit, the further particulars your Honours may expect from them, whom some two days since we left at an Anchor thwart of these Sands, we keeping under sail fetched in with Winterton, where anchored until the stress of a Southerly storm was over, which I conceive force him from his anchor to Sea again. I shall use all advantages in out way to Portsmouth. Your Honours humble Servant, Ch: Myng. Yarmouth Road 2. Jan. 1653. According to Order I have gotten the ship Discovery out of Portsmouth Harbour to the Spitehead, where the and Fleet ride, only the Squadron which are at Sea. Your Honours most humble Servant, Tho: Wilks. Discovery Spitehead 30 Decemb. 1653. Weymouth 2 Jan. 1653. A Jersey Vessel went Saturday last out this Harbour homewards, but the same night a very great storm rose at Sea, and brought the ship back again upon our Coast, where she was cast away in the West-bay between Portland and Rosberry all the men being cast away but the shipman, and two Passengers that were Soldiers going over to Jersey or Guernsey. From Milford Haven January 2. There are several Vessels here bound for Ireland, but stayed hereby reason of the contrary winds; we have not of late heard any news from thence: The Picaroons are still plying about the Isle of Lundy, and often come into the Severn mouth, where sometimes they catch some of our small Vessels. There is nothing more from our Fleet, but that part of them are about Plymouth and other places to the westward, some lie out towards the coast of Brittany, to try if they can meet the Brest men of war, who have now got good ships, and have a considerable strength at Sea. This week is arrived the Fleet from Dunkirk consisting of about 40 sail, whereof a good part are laden with rich Goods, as Silks wrought and unwrought, Linen, Thread, &c. There is come likewise five ships from the East-land, as also one from Zant, with Currant but as yet not come up the River. The Dutch Deputies being gone to Gravesend in order to take shipping for Holland, made some further application to His Highness and His Council by a Letter, which whether or no it will occasion an absolute agreement, a short time will discover. The Speaker taking the Chair, a Member made his address to him to this effect; That he must disburden himself of some things that had a long time lain upon his heart; That he was now to speak to the (Esse or) being, rather than the (bene esse or) wellbeing of the Commonwealth; which was ready to sink under us, through the ill management of the Power betrusted with them, and that for his own part he must resign his Power from whence he had it, foreseeing clearly that their waitings and expectations of ever coming on to things of public good, were more and more disappointed; And so came to these particular instances: 1 That some of the said Parliament had dealt disingenuously with the Army, in moving that the Officers should be treated with to lay down their pay; and when they could not effect that, the Bill of Assessments was endeavoured to be cast out. 2 That they had not a spirit to do Justice, which appeared in the Act for confirming the sale of Sir John Stowel's estate, though he were relieved by the Court of Articles. And that he knew no but that man was left to be as a trial upon them, whether they could do Justice or not. 3 That they had a principle of destroying and pulling down amongst them, though nothing were set up in the stead, and this was especially manifested in the Votes for removing the Chancery, and total alteration of the Laws. 4 That though they called themselves a Parliament, yet they acted most unlike unto it: and that appeared in their endeavours to destroy Propriety, in attempting to take off the power of Patrons to present to Church-Livings. 5 That they would destroy the Ministry itself, which appeared by the Vote upon Saturday before. For these and other considerations they could not satisfy Themselves to sit any longer, and so be guilty of bringing confusion and desolation upon the Nation. But if any would yet be so hardy as to continue there, he would say unto them in the words of the Prophet, Ephraim hath joined himself to Idols, let him alone. This was seconded by two more, and then some objected; but others pressing the former Motion, the Speaker left the Chair, and went out of the House with them all, save only some thirty that stayed within, and would have continued, But the Speaker with the major part of the Parliament, delivered a surrender of their Power to the General. Whereupon His Highness after several days seeking God, was by those Members of Parliament, the Judges of the Land, the Officers of the Army, and the chiefest persons of Authority in the Nation, desired to take the Government upon him, as the best means to preserve these Nations from ruin. There have been several Congratulations to His Highness the Lord Protector, made by several Churches and others. The copy of one from a gathered Church in London follows. That considering what the Lord set upon our hearts long since and was by us at the dissolving of the former Parliament presented to your Highness; And in that the day before the breaking up of the last Parliament, we spent some time in waiting upon the Lord to satisfy our troubled spirits about the proceedings of the House the day before; Our God hath given us the desires of our hearts. We do with comfort and cheerfulness acknowledge it to be our duty to be faithfully subject unto your Highness and your Honourable Council, as powers ordained by God; being likewise of this persuasion (according to the word) that whosoever resisteth the powers, resisteth the Ordinance of God; and they that resist, shall receive to themselves damnation: And that those who desire to be guided by a right regulated conscience, must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake, Rom. 13. And we cannot but according to the sense of our duty and your burden, importune the Throne of grace, that the most High would guide and counsel you in your great affairs, Councils, Debates, and prosecution of the same: That you may do nothing from the motion of the spirit of man, contrary to his will, or prejudicial to his glory, counsel and word: But in all things by the guidance of his holy spirit of truth, suitable and agreeable to the same. For the work of God and Christ in the world is of great concernment, in setting forward and encouraging his own spiritual kingdom, and subjects thereof; as by the word and Gospel and Spirit accompanying of it; so by raising Magistrates to be as nursing Fathers, to encourage, countenance, and protect his Church and people, and all Converts, in the Doctrine and ways of Truth, and holiness, worship, practice of godliness, and liberties of the same: Even of all such as keep the Commandments of God, and have and hold to the Testimonies of Jesus Christ. In deep sense of so great a mercy, we do unanimously bless God for you, and walking comfortably together in Gospel order with our Pastor, desiring the union of all those that fear God (though under various forms) do not doubt by that we shall enjoy protection from your Highness, and your Honourable Council. Signed in the name, and by order of the Church. By Letters from several parts beyond the Seas came as followeth, viz. By the means of Cardinal Pamphilio, the Office of Vice legate hath been confirmed upon the Archbishop of Avignon, who hath appeased the differences there, between the Nobility and Gentry, by the People, the said Archbishop's cunning wit, having been most eminent by his Negotiation, having approved himself very trusty is those difficulties, wherein all his chief care hath been to appease these troubles, and to keep a hand over the Nobility and Gentry. By the death of the Cardinal Machiavelli, Cousin German to Cardinal Barbarin, dead the 20 of the last month, at Ferrara of a burning fever. There are now again eight Cardinal's places vacant, as also the Bishopric of Ferrara, of 18000 crowns yearly revenue, besides some other ordinary livings. The Cardinal Pimentelly is since two days by the stop of his water, fallen into a great danger of his life. From Civita-Vechia we hear, that six ships of Nova Francia are arrived thither, laden with several quantities of salt fish. In Provence are the 28 instant, the States of that Province to be called to sit at Aix; for which; great preparations are making at Reale (where the Parliament of the said Province is now sitting) who hath received the last week, Letters provisional, signed by the King, intimating that Marshal Turenne hath been promoted to the Government of the Province of Limosin, for his great services done to the Crown, in these late troubles. Our Governor during the repairing of our Walls and outward-works hath made a strict inquiry of those that had brought corn of our Enemies. The Spaniards have possessed themselves of the Castle of Vienne, a mile and half from the River Aisne, which they had forsaken during the siege of this place. Four days ago 5 Carts of Ammunition of War have been sent to meet the Earl of Uxels who is said to go with 2000 Irish that have not been yet employed in any Army, to the siege of Breffort. The Marshall la Ferte drawn by Lorain into Eltacia to give work to the Earl of Harcourt, who is at Brissac. The besieging of Clermont and Stenay is no more heard of, being like to seek for nothing but for quietness this winter. Last week hath been brought to the Emperor, and to the assembled Electors a Paper of weighty matters from the Elector of Brandenburg, desiring they should deal graciously with the Protestants, and not go beyond the Instrumentum Pacis, or Agreement made at Munster: But many doubt much of the effect of that good intent, because the said Electors have already answered, that they resolve to persist in their former resolutions, and to alter nothing of their mind. Yesterday there was a fire kindled in the new Town by carelessness, but was quickly quenched by the care and present help of our men, insomuch that houses were only burned. We have advice from Pomerania, That by the Town of Pirit over against Holdin there hath been a sight in the Sky, of a Coffin with a black cross, and there hath appeared also a Dutch Lord overcome by another Nation: after which was seen a fair Rainbow, and afterward the last Doom day, at which sight many have been astonished and affrighted. The Hollanders' Merchant ships are still in the Sound, because of the hard frost in these parts, which makes us think they shall not yet soon set sails for their Country. His Majesty of Denmark is come back to Copenhagen, When we did imagine ourselves to have won all, and to be at this time wholly ridden of the Lorainers, they are under pretence of going into Elsacia, come back unaware, and fallen into this Dominion, having first supplied the Prince of Conde, and the Duke of Witternburg's forces in these parts, and between the Rivers of Maes and Sambre, and afterward have fallen upon us all along the land of Mastick, committing greater tyranny and excesses upon the Boats, or Countrymen and Inhabitants then can be written by a pen, behaving themselves as if they had resolved to destroy all, to make an end of all. They are no before St. Truden, where they have found the greater resistance, though that place must yield, ere it be long. They boast they will make themselves Masters of all the strongholds, that they may be the better able to resist all those that shall undertake to rise against them. We have news from St. Sebastian of the 29 of November last, that as soon as his Majesty's fleet was arrived there from the River of Garome, the Marquis of St. Crux was with his Vice-admiral made prisoners, by the King's Command, because they had not followed his Orders for the relief of Bordeaux, and that when they should have fallen upon the French, they declined the fight and went out of the said River. Our Governor Don Baltazer Marcader is lately gone to Dunkirk, to sail from thence into Spain, to acquaint his Majesty with the condition of our affairs in these parts. There hath been brought into Zealand by the Freebooter Jochem Jochems, two English prizes, being pinnaces, which are thought to be rich prizes. They have been taken near Yarmouth'sRoad. Some passengers come from London do report that our Deputies in England have broken off the Treaty without success and that having hired a Ketch to come over, they have been accommodated by the English, who have fitted them with a better ship. The East Indy ships are come from the Balgh, to the Road of Muscovia, to an anchor, and shall go to Sea with the first good wind. There is also a Freebooter gone from thence to Sea and there are in that same Road a great number of Merchant ships ready to sail with the foresaid East India ships. Some other Letters this day mentioned a great loss by a storm in Holland, but of that more by and by, This day was a Court Marshall held by the Officers of the Army, and several Offences punished in the Soldiery. The Dutch Deputies this day set sail from the Hope to go for Holland, what the Answer will be returned by our Frigate, time will show. By Letters from Capt. Foster Commander of the Phenix Frigate dated in Ously Bay the 3. of January 1653, was this day advertised, that he had landed the Lord Ambassador Whitlock with the safe arrival of the other ships and vessels appointed to attend his Lordship, December 15. last at Gothenburg, where he was honourably received by the Governor, and Magistrates of that City. And his Lordship went his voyage towards Stockholm with rainy blustering weather. The 20. Decemb. He came out with his ship when the wind blew hard, with much snow, endeavouring the Jutish coast, anchored in ten fathom water, and discovered a fleet of ships, and 21 December in the morning got the weather gauge of them, endeavoured to discover what men of war were amongst them and saw only one ship of countenance, and a private man of war of 8 guns. The fleet being Hollanders ran from the Sound; and 72 sail, some with 6. some 4. others 2. guns, upon our guns firing amongst them, cut their cables and run towards the Sound; but before they got clear we boarded and manned three of them, which prizes were kept to the windward of us, about 8 o'clock engaged them. After the passing of two broadsides, the private man of war ran after their fleet, we continued the dispute until four o'clock at night, (at which time we passed broadsides close board and board as fast as we could tack our ships.) The enemy then ran towards his fleet, we pursued him, and after several broadsides intended to board him; and though our Bowsprit shot by the board, our Main and Fore-mast shot through, scarce a Shroud whole, our Hull much shot, 4 of our men slain, and 11 wounded; he firing as he retreated, yet we made him in such a sinking condition, that whilst he fired his guns, he called to his fleet to save his men, about four leagues off at anchor under an Island. About 400 horse and foot were looking on us from the shore, we received shot from the enemy of 36 l. weight. But night hindered our pursuit. About three in the afternoon next day three Holland men of War, (two of them very great Ships) being come from Holland to convoy their Fleet, came right before the wind upon us, we then bore to our prizes, took all our men out of them, and would have fired them had we had time. The enemy came up close and fired at us, and we at them (unanimously resolving to sink or burn, rather than to yield or call for quarter) the two first shot they made (that raked us) the one shot the chain of our Fore-yard in pieces, and the other, two thirds of our main Top mast head above the bearing; they then would have boarded us, but we got without shot of them, who seeing we outstripped them, after an hours time bore to the prizes, who were by this time near the shore, our men having cut away all their Anchors, leaving them in the bottom of this Bay. The 22 a Holland man of war stood cross our forefoot close to the windward of us, standing over to the coast of Norway, and the wind being fair for England we bore away to Sea. The 25 we came up with our own ships from Gothenburg, having seen them two days before, but knew them not to be our ships, stood not with them till our ship was refitted the best we could, and then they sent to us. But on the 27. about eight in the night by reason of a violent storm we lost sight of them. The Swedes of Gothenburgh report that the King of Denmark is much troubled that they affronted our Nation by their ships being stayed, and blames evil counsel for it. De Witte (when last in the Sound) endeavoured to comfort him with a cordial of their great victories obtained against us at Sea, giving him a List of 22 sail of our ships sunk and 8 taken, boasting much of their putting us still to flight. But that King's own Subjects are now able to inform him that the Hollanders, and not we, are still the flying party, and that one day, one small Frigate, fought with and routed their fleet, and men of war, and the next day made her way (the Lord helping us) through three of their ships coming to avenge their quarrel, the least of which (as to countenance) exceeded the Phenix. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock is said to arrive at Upsall, four Swede's miles from Stockholm the 24 Decemb. Where he is to have his audience. This day the Council considered of the business touching His Highness's Household, and made some progress therein. My humble service presented unto your Honour's, according to my Order received from General Monk for myself, the Assurance and Mermaid, to go and cruise between the Dogger bank, and the Rosse, to intercept such Merchant men as was expected from the Sound belonging to the Dutch, we proceeded, and ranging along our own coast off Flambrough head, we took a private man of war of the enemy's of six guns. The Mermaid coming up with her, she lowered, so we left her in Scarborough, and proceeded on our voyage, and we fell upon the Dogger bank amongst their fishermen, and took three of them, and forced many away without making their voyage, leaving their Lines behind them. And cruising in our station the 21 Decemb. we took a Fly-boat laden with Hops, Brandy, White wine, and several other goods freighted at Amsterdam bound for Copenhagen, and understood by reason we had some Frigates, there would none of their Merchant men come out without a stronger convoy, yet we continued upon their coast until foul weather forced us off, and coming over we took two Doggers more, and our prize being considerable, I ordered Capt. Holland in the Assurance to convoy the prizes into Bridlington Bay for fear of their privateers, and myself with the Mermaid to cruse upon the Dogger one day or two, if weather permitted, to force them off the bank; but it proving foul weather the Mermaid hath lost her Foremast, and sprung her Mainmast. The Assurance as far as I can judge is put to the Northward, and the Mermaid and myself came this sixth of January into Bridlington Bay. I am informed by the Hollanders that we have taken, there are 80 sail of laden Merchant men in the Sound ready to come forth, and five sail of men of war with them. Your Honours' humble Servant to command, Nath. Cobham. Newcastle Frigate now riding at Bridlington Bay 6 Jan. 1653. This day His Highness the Lord Protector and his Council sat close about great business. There are Letters come from the State of France congratulatory, &c. On Tuesday last there rise a very great storm, which continued all night, and there being between 50 and 60 Merchants riding at anchor at the Texel, a great many of them are sunk and cast away, we hear but of 17 of them saved; so that between 30 and 40 are at best spoiled, sunk, and run aground, and of them 20 quite lost, that is the least; amongst the rest there was one East India ship cast away called the Lilly that was going out, and another East India ship called the Marygold is much hurt and shattered. The loss is great, both ships, goods, and men's lives, the ships' road very thick together, and many had their anchors came home, and drove aboard other ships, and one tore and sunk another. It was sad to hear the screeching, crying, tearing, calling, roaring, and lamenting that there was, when none could save hundreds that they saw drowning in this extremity, so that many are made Widows, and Fatherless whose extremities are very great, and the Lord's hand is sore upon us. Divers of these ships have been driven ashore, and some upon Shelves and Rocks, and many are lost in several parts, yet some it is hoped will be gotten again. What the particular losses have been in all parts of this Country and at Sea cannot yet be collected: But we much fear our East India fleet, of about 150 ships, which we hear are at Sea. At Amsterdam also some hurt was done by this storm, for without the gate of the City, by the Utrecht's Bowl, a Malt-mill of Schepen Pater's fell on fire with the violence of the motion, which could not be stayed in that mighty storm: The chasing of the violent motion thereof set it on fire, whereby not only the Mill but four houses that stood by it were burnt, to the great loss of Schepen Pater, who had much malt lay there. But he is able enough to bear it, having gained a vast estate by brewing for the men of War. Also within the City of Amsterdam, the iron Cross (that is about 20 foot long, and weighed some 14 or 1600 l.) that stood upon the western Church newly built within few years, at the charge of the City, was by this violent storm blown down, with the Weathercock above it, and the great copper gilded Bowl under it, which was said to hold near an Hogshead of Beer, was all blown down, nothing being left standing above the Emperor's Crown on the top of that Steeple: All the said weight fell down through the body of the Church, breaking the strongest corner of that new Church, and fell upon the grave stones, broke them, and tore the dead bodies in their graves. But the greatest loss I hear of was at Rype in North-Holland, where an Oil-mill by the storm, in a violent motion by its own heat took fire in the spuriousness of the storm, and that burning set divers houses on fire, and one house another until some 5 or six hundred houses were destroyed, and in them many persons burnt alive; and abundance of goods, valued by many to a greater sum than I dare speak of; for this heavy Judgement by God's Command made such quick dispatch, that many were taken in their beds, and others burnt alive before they could get out of doors. We hear there was pitiful lamentations, the Children crying to Parents, and Husbands to Wives of their bosom, and could not be helped, Many a Mother's bowels pressing her into the smoke and flame to save her child, lost her life and her child's also. So the destruction of this Town was in a moment, where were so many rich Families, that now have lost all their goods, and have not an house to hide their heads in. I cannot describe unto you the thousand part of the miseries of that poor Town, where not only the private houses, but the two Churches and Town house, and the way house also, as is said, are all laid in ashes. The Lord stay his heavy hand of Judgement, for I tremble to think how terrible he is in his wrath; for the fire stayed not in this Town. but flew over the River sixty foot broad, that goes about the Bemster, and there upon the inside of the Bank of the Bemstser burnt divers houses also; and burnt the very ships (though small ones) and boats that lay in the Haven; besides what harm it hath done in other parts not herein mentioned. SIR The 28 of December the Enemy had a rendezvous upon the Hough (a piece of plain ground near Weyme.) The parts about Weyme are miserably wasted, and the Gentlemen of Atholl ill resenting their oppression. Kenmore and Glengarry marched North, with about 800 horse and foot, intending to meet Seafort at Lagon Morghamdrum, where their whole body intends to rendezvous. Before their going, there was a falling out between Kenmore and Glengarry, and a Duel appointed, but prevented by the endeavours and wits of their Associates. Wogan with his Volunteers are at present with Atholl, near Logiret, well mounted and armed, and several of them in rich apparel, which adds encouragement to the Highlanders' fury, the Enemy have generally spoiled most of such horses as they have taken out of Gentlemen's stables; their bellies almost dried up with heats, too much corn, and ill dressing. On Friday last the Earl of Kinoule about 8 in the morning appeared near Glams with a party of horse, consisting of 70 or thereabouts, his design was to surprise the horse belonging to Glams, as they came from watering, lying in a covert place for that purpose, thinking thereby to increase his number, and to procure exchange for his men taken at Eghill, and coming at first with a small party riding into Glams, took 3 of our men, which Major Ducket, who commanded Col. Rich's Troop there, having notice of it sent out his Quartermaster with 10 horse to discover his party, who advancing with two files of Foot that were to make good a bridge, gave them a charge, an routed and dispersed their whole party, took the Lord Kinoule and 14 men, all much wounded, and about 35 horse, and at the coming away of the Letter had sent a party to gather up the rest, all quitting their horses and betaking to the Bogs: Major Ramsey was there, but escaped, we had one man killed and 7 wounded, all slightly, 3 of the Enemy were killed on the plain. Edinburgh 3 Janua. 1653. This day the Ambassador newly come over from the King of France, had Audience by his Highness the Lord Protector, whom he congratulated in his new Government. Letters from France say Charles Stuart at the Palace Royal in Paris, feasted the French King, with some French Lords and Ladies, and there were his brothers the Dukes of York and Gloucester. P. Rupert is come thither, but it holds true that P. Maurice is drowned. Dalkeith 5. Jan. Glencairn, Lorn, and Athol were about ten days since in Athol with about 2000 foot, and 600 horse, Kenmore, and Glengarry, went North, having 400 horse, and betwixt 200 and 300 foot. the Earl of Athol being acquainted with the enclosed Proclamation, told his people, that all the horses they have will be taken away by the English, and hath thereupon given orders that his men should take all the horses they can lay their hands upon. I have sent you enclosed the names of the Prisoners taken at Glams. Forasmuch as it is apparent, That (notwithstanding my Proclamation of Septemb. 27. last) many serviceable Horses daily go to the Enemy, to the great disservice of the peace of this Nation, which could not be without too much connivance of the Owners of Possessors: These are therefore strictly to require all manner of persons who now are or hereafter shall be possessed of any serviceable Horses or Mares, exceeding the value of 5 l. sterling, to bring in the same within 48 hours, next after publication hereof, unto the next adjacent Garrison or Quarters of our Army, under the penalty not only of forfeiting treble the value of such horses and Mares as shall not be brought in; the one moiety thereof to the use of the State, and the other moiety to the party informing, but also be deemed as an open enemy, and dealt with accordingly: Which horses and Mares so brought in, shall nevertheless be at the Owner's choice either to have meet satisfaction for them, as they shall be reasonably worth, or keep them within the said Garrisons or Quarters of our Army; And the respective Sheriffs and their Deputies within their Sheriffdoms, are hereby required, to cause these presents solemnly to be proclaimed and published according to accustomed manners of publishing Proclamations. And afterwards, (that none may pretend ignorance) to cause to be distributed to the several Presbyteries within their said Sheriffdoms a competent cumber hereof. Given under my hand and Seal at Dalkeith 14 Decemb. 1653. R. LILBURNE. The Lord Kinoule. Alexander Nipper Capt. John English, late foot Soldier in Dundee but reduced. James Bowter. Patrick Rosse. Henry Fetchry. Will. Meward. Patrick Knock. John Hamilton. Rob. Jackson. James Blayer. Laird of Balgello his Brother, and late Capt. at Worcester. Patrick Macklane. William Menis. John Steward. Robert Lindsey. Theodore Bathon. David Grime, servant to the Lord Kinoule. The Dutch are now gone over to Holland, yet there is some hopes there may be a conclusion of Peace, which will be within ten days, or else not likely. The English Fleet is still in the Channel, and General Pen with them, Gen Blake, Gen. Monke, and Gen. Desbrough are returned to Whitehall. There was about a week since a Ring found in Westminster-hall, whosoever shall tell the marks of to the keeper of the Library at Westminster who found it, will deliver it to those who shall make it appear to be theirs. Spiritual Preachings part the second, or a Treatise of sin, with its Causes, differences, mitigations, and aggravations; particularly, of the desperate deceitfulness of man's heart, of presumptuous, and of hypocrisy, and formality in Religion; also handling the uprightness, and tenderness of a gracious heart, and therein discovering the nature of a misguided Conscience; As also of secret and unknown sins that the best me are guilty of, with directions to the godly under their fears about them. In 23 Sermons. By Burgess sometimes Fellow of Emanuel College in Cambridge, and now Pastor of Sutton-Coldfield in Warwickshire. Printed for T.U. And sold by Tho. Newberry at the three Lyons in Cornhill by the Exchange.

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From Monday February. 20. to Monday, February. 27. 1654. This Address to his Highness the the Lord Protector, from the Ministers in Leicestershire, had been inserted as presented, but wanting room the last week it was omitted, which take now as followeth. To his Highness the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland. The Humble Address of divers Ministers in the County of Leicester. May it please your Highness, We Ministers, and Preachers of the Gospel, in the County of Leicester, and the Neighbourhood thereof, whose names are underwritten, finding ourselves unanimously sensible of the great goodness of God in the late various & remarkable productions of his Providence, in relation to the public, cannot think it inexpedient, but very suitable with our Duty to make some express acknowledgment thereof, not so much in respect of our personal right and interests (although the securing of those from injurious hands ought not to pass unacknowledged of grateful hearts) but much more for the seasonable rescue that hath been lately given to the greatest concernments of Church and State, when in manifest danger to have been misguided and swallowed up into a sad confusion; Now the glory of all, first reversed and secured to him who upholds the World by the word of his Power, who changeth times and seasons at his pleasure, and who alone hath Counsel and fond Wisdom, understanding, and strength, by which Princes rule, and all the Judges of the earth; We have very apparent cause in the next place to acknowledge your Highness together with your honourable Council and Assistants, under God the great and eminent instrument thereof, unto whose illustrious Conduct we impute not only many former public mercies, but whatsoever further benefit hath been reaped (or might be hoped) by this Nation from the choice of so many godly and moderate spirited Members in the last Parliament; And as we unfeignedly bless the God of Heaven, and honour those worthy Gentlemen, who when the concernments of Church and State so urgently required it, seasonably and unanimously surrendered their Power and Trust into the hands of his Highness, so do we also esteem it a very large improvement of that Mercy that your Highness was inclined to undertake the Protection of these shattered Nations in so dangerous and troublesome a constitution, when also spent with the tempestuous violence of contrary winds and waves, which conspired to threaten a common wrack an ruin: And now although it cannot be expected but that the Spirits of some may be disposed (upon several accounts, but especially by the practise of the restless Enemies of our public welfare) to misunderstanding and discontent; Yet Sir we hope the great God of heaven (who is a of God order & not of confusion, and hath promised to honour those that honour him) will guide, prosper, and protect your Highness in defending the true Faith of Christ, and encouraging the Ministers of his Gospel, as also in your pious care and endeavours for the weal public of these Nations, as shall declare to the World his special approbation of his noble and just intentions in these your great undertakings; further humbly assuring your Highness, that there shall be nothing wanting to the furtherance hereof, which the Prayers and best endeavours of ourselves and many others may any way contribute: for as we are verily persuaded that without your Highness's acceptance of thus great and weighty charge, we had been suddenly plunged into a Gulf of misery, so are we likewise convinced that there can be no remove from the present establishment (as being most accommodate to our present condition) but what would be attended with very great, unavoidable, and universal danger. But fearing we may be too bold with your Highness's patience, we shall only beg your noble and favourable acceptance of these our humble Addresses, and that Religion and Learning may flourish, and the work of the Lord made to prosper in the hands of the Ministry of Christ in these Nations under the Protection of your Highness's long and happy Government. On Saturday February 11 this address was presented by 4 or 5 Ministers of Leicestershire in behalf of themselves and many others of that County and the Neighbourhood thereof, and was well accepted by his Highness, but it was not any of them that preached the next day afternoon before his Highness, as it is by some upon mistake reported. There were published from his Highness the Lord Protector, two Ordinances, the one touching the assessing, levying, and collecting of the later 3 months assessment, appointed by an Act of the late Parliament, entitled, An Act for an Assessment at the rate of an 120000 l. by the Month, for 6 Months, from the 25 December 1653. to the 24 of June then next ensuing towards the maintenance of the Armies and Navies of this Commonwealth. The other is and Ordinance of Explanation touching Treasons, as followeth. Whereas by an Ordinance, entitled, An Ordinance declaring that the offences therein mentioned, and no other shall be adjudged high Treason within the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, it is among other things, ordained and established, That no Matter, Fact, Crime, or Offence whatsoever, other than such as are therein mentioned and expressed, should be deemed, taken, or adjudged to be High Treason; And whereas some Doubts and Questions may arise, whether that clause in the said Ordinance doth not extend to the offences mentioned in the Instrument, entitled, The Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, and which are thereby declared to be High Treason; For clearing thereof, and removing all scruples thereupon, His Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice of his Council, doth Declare and Ordain, That neither the said Ordinance, nor any clause or thing therein contained, shall extend, or be construed, adjudged or taken to extend unto all or any the Offences declared by the said Instrument to be High Treason; but that all and every the said Offences are hereby adjudged, and shall be adjudged, taken, and deemed to be High Treason; and that all and every the Offender and Offenders shall suffer the pains and penalties of High Treason, the said Ordinance, or anything therein contained to the contrary, in any wise notwithstanding. Paris the 25 of February, 1654. By the last Letters from Perpignan we hear, that the Spanish forces lie very still in their Quarters, not making the least attempt against any of our Garrisons since they were so ill entreated at our last encounter with them, and therefore nothing considerable hath passed in these parts, only the Governor of Rosa, who had been sick a good while, is now dead, being a very gallant Soldier, and one who had got himself a great name for his Fidelity, and Valour, which he had demonstrated of late in those parts. The agreement between the Marshal la Ferte, and the Town of Beffort being made, the Governor with his Garrison are preparing to march out, and the Besiegers to go in, which is to be performed upon the 22 of this instant Month. The Pr. Francis of Lorrain, who had been put out of his Lands and Church Benefits by the late Cardinal de Richelieu for siding with the House of Austria, having of late years altered his mind, and made his full missions to his Majesty, is now again restored to his former dignities and preferments this last Week taken possession thereof: Those forces which are commanded by the Governor of Sedan, are still hovering up and down about the County of Luxembourg, and are about five thousand, being horse for the most part: The Prince of Conde was lately at Roscroy, but now we hear he is gone to Brussels to confer with the Archduke Leopoldus concerning the next Summer's Expedition. The 21 instant the Prince of Conty was betrothed to the Cardinal's Niece in the King's Chamber; besides their Majesties, there were the most part of the Princes and chief Nobility then at Court, as also of the Ladies, the Ceremony was performed by the Archbishop of Bourges. The 22. was the solemnity of the Espousals, which was done in the Queen's Chapel by the same Archbishop; the young Bride was brought into the Queen's Chamber by the Cardinal, she was in a suit of cloth of gold all laid with Pearls, whereof some of a very great value, and after the Church-ceremonies performed, the Cardinal feasted them all at a sumptuous Dinner: concerning her Portion it is variously reported, some making it far greater than others do. From Frankfort the 11th of February, 1654. We hear from Regensburg, that Dom Hannibal de Gonzague is come thither from Vienna, and hath taken possession of the place of Master of the Horse to the Emperor from the Elector of Cullen, hath obtained no more, then he will send an Express to the Archduke Leopoldus, and the Duke of Lorrain, to represent unto them the grievous oppressions of the County of Liege, by the late entrance of the Lorrain and the Conde Forces, and that a period may speedily be put to it. From Warsovia. All things are here in a readiness for a Diet which is to be kept this February, others say not till next month : in the mean time there are particular Assemblies in each County, not only for the nominating and choosing of the Members for that Diet, but also in drawing several Heads or Articles which they are to propound at their next Session, The Prince Charles, Brother to his Majesty, hath promised to be there in person, to endeavour if he may reconcile the late differences happened between many of the Nobility and the King, this being occasioned by the late peace concluded with the Tartars and Cossacks, whom they affirm to be very disadvantageous to the Kingdom of Poland, by reason, say they, it was agreed upon after one only conference, there being none present there for the Cossacks, and so being not signed by them or the Tartars, therefore the General Kimelniskie with his 40 thousand men who are to be kept in constant pay may at their pleasure vex and oppress the Country of Poland when their pleasure is so to do. From Maestrickt: The strong opposition that the Lorrain Forces found at the assaulting the little Town of Thuin hath incensed them so far, as that ever since they have committed all manner of cruelties in the Country of Liege even beyond belief, whereof they have made sufficient proof in the County of Kempen. From Cullen: Our Trade being almost wholly interrupted, by reason of those differences happened between us and our Elector, is now wholly lost by the news received here of the approach of the Lorrainers, there being 22 Regiments marching over the Mawse intending to use us as they have done at Liege, in case we deny them contribution Money. We had by several Letters from Scotland the routing of Glencairn's and Kenmore's Army, by Col. Morgan, as followeth. On Thursday last Col. Morgan with a party of 1200 Horse, Foot, and Dragoons engaged Glencairn and Kenmore's Army (which were given out to be 2000) at a Rendezvous which they had that day at the Head of Cromar 16 mile from Aberdeen, and (though the Enemy had that advantage) after a little dispute they were totally routed, but (being so near the Hills) he could do them no more execution then, and pursued 7 Miles into the Hills, their General hardly escaping with about 40 Horse: Kenmore had left a Garrison in Kildranning the Earl of Marr's Castle which our men were then marching against, and Col. Morgan doubted not but to give a good account of it. Since this we have news also of Capt. Mottiowes marching out of the Garrison of Dunstasnage, and Dunolly with a party from these two Garrisons fell upon the House of Archetton in Lorn in Argyllshire and took it, with all the Men, Arms, and Ammunition in it, he killed only three and afterwards (that it might not harbour any more of those wild Cattle that were in it) he fired it: Since which Lieutenant Colonel Cottrell marched out of Glasgow to reduce the Garrison of Ross-Dew near Lough Lomond, and before he came near it the Enemy run away, and left word they had no orders to fight. We heard also yesterday that Brokie Cap. Lieut. to the late Col. Wogan is also dead of his wounds; and the Earl Athol that fires and burns Folks, Corn, and Houses, threatens to shoot Holland the Chirurgion to death, for not recovering Wogan and Brokie: And some of these Blades begin to cry peccavi, and sends to desire liberty to live peaceably, and no doubt ere long they will betray one another into hands. Leith 14 February. 1653 Whereas it hath pleased his Majesty to appoint Horse and Foot to be levied within the Kingdom of Scotland for opposing the common enemy, for giving a check to the pride and oppression of these cruel Traitors, whom God in his justice hath permitted to overcome, and be the instrument of Scotland's punishment for its sin, and are no otherwise to be looked on but as God's scourge upon us, which he will soon remove and consume in his wrath, if we would turn to him by unfeigned repentance. And to the end his Majesties service may be advanced and that none of his faithful subjects may pretend ignorance; and that it may appear how willing we are that the levies may be done orderly and equally, we have thought fit to cause intimate to all Shires and Parishes and head Burghs by open Proclamation, that every one may make his several proportions ready to be delivered to the respective Officers appointed for the same, and Commissioners likewise under our hand wheresoever the foresaid Officers shall come or send to require them. Likewise that all who after intimation hereof do remain disobedient, and without fear of God, duty to their King and Country, ties of Covenant, love of Religion, sense of honour, will move to their Duty, may be proceeded against with Fire and Sword, unworthy to be looked upon as Scotchmen, to the terror of all false-hearted Traitors, who by their Treacheries and Rebellions against their lawful King, and his just Power and Authority, has drawn on this great deluge of God's wrath upon all the three Kingdoms. And likewise we do hereby require, that where heretofore any horses has been brought forth from any well affected person or persons beyond their due proportion, that the respective Parish, or next adjacent Parishes where the said Horses has been taken, that they shall meet, and stent themselves equally, for bearing equal burden, and resound the persons from whom any horses has been taken beyond their proportions; and the just proportion of horses now to be put forth, is declared to be one man well mounted, with all necessaries, forth of every thousand pound of Rent: and the proportion of foot, every third man; and what Dragoons are to be levied, two foot are to be accounted for one Dragoon. And for the further publication hereof, these are to ordain Commissioners of Parishes; where no Burghs are, the Provost and Bailiffs of Burghs to Proclaim this at the Market Cross of each Burgh, and to give Copies hereof to all Parishes within their Presbytery, as they will answer the contrary upon their highest peril. Given under our hand the first day of February, 1654. Sic subsciribitur Glencarns. God save King Charles the second. Edinburgh Feb. 16th instant, Colonel Morgan with a party of 1200 Horse, Foot, and Dragoons hath routed Glencarn's, and Kenmore's Army in Scotland, which were about 2000 and pursued them seven miles; their General hardly escaping with 40 horse to the mountains, which were nigh the place of engagement: Captain Mutlero hath taken in the Garrison of Archbetton Mr. Lorne with all the Men, Arms, and Ammunition, Lieut. Col. Cottrell hath likewise taken in the Garrison of Ressedere, the evening running away upon their approach, and left word they had no orders to fight, some of the Grandees begin to run pettativi, and desire to live peaceably. From Captain Foster aboard the Phoenix Frigate Feb. 14. thus according to orders the 11th instant, I arrived to the River Humber, (having until then been prevented by Northerly winds and thick weather) and gave notice thereof to the rest of the Commanders appointed to proceed with me in this Expedition, whose answer to me intimated their unfitness to sail at that present. The 12 the wind being Southerly, the Phoenix and Amity set sail toward the station, desiring the others speedy repair to us; towards the night the wind came to the N.N.W. we standing alongst the Dogger, fell amongst the Hollander's Dogger boats. And the 13 so soon as day appeared in the morning we discovered two sails, which we concluded to be their convoys, and bore the one of us to the one of them; and the other to the other, they about two leagues distant from us. The Phoenix sailing best, I chose the ship furthest off, fearing he might escape the other, coming up each with his chase, mine proved to be a Swede come from Newcastle, which having on board prohibited goods, exceeding his allowance for provisions, as also being persuaded he was the man of War's prize, he being on the body of their vessels, and having twice the number of men on board accustomed to sail such a ship. I have thought it my duty to bring him into Humber, not assuming the power to permit any one to pass of, whom I have the least just cause of suspicion. I have referred him to the Commissioners for prize Goods at Hull. The ship the Amity stood with, proved to be the Fisher's convoy, a Man of War of Zealand, a ship of 20 guns, and 70 men, and lying in his two courses, seemed (at a distance) to be no such ship; he discovering the Amity stayed for him, they engaged very smartly for some time; the Amity having shot his Topmast by the board, shattered the ship exceedingly, and slew and wounded most of his men. The Phoenix by reason of her chase (and for that she endeavoured by all means to escape from us) and the wind shifting was to Leeward approaching near them. The enemy surrendered his ship to Captain Pack. The Amity is shattered (but one man slain) the prize totally disabled. I have judged it best to secure her for her Guns and Cable's sake (she hath seven new Cables) which is most considerable in her; her Hull being old. From Grimsby 16 Feb. Cap. Pack hath taken a Dutch man of War, who fought seven hours before he would yield, we slew seven of his men, and wounded 15. His fore Topmast was shot by the board, and the ship so torn between wind and water that she was nigh sinking, and so towed hither, her name is the Sandenburgh of Syrick-sea, one Captain John Ariouson Blanker commander, she had 20 Guns, we lost but one man, viz. our Cook and 4 wounded. From Italy and parts adjacent. The Letters from Naples advise us, That the Vice King having received several papers containing many grievances, of the people among others, that there was a great abuse committed by those who were Commissioners for the vitalling of the Navy, whereby many had lately died in the ships, and Galleys, by eating of ill biscuit, did therefore command some of the Magistrates of that City, to examine the matter, and to view the Storehouse, which having done, they found it to be very bad, and caused much bad meat to be thrown into the Sea. The Drums do beat up and down the City, for the raising of those men which the Vice King intends to send into Catalonia and Milan, but as yet there is little appearance. From Venice thus: We have received Letters from Constantinople, which inform us how that the French Ambassador his Son being arrived with a packet and a Commission as a public Minister had had audience at the Court, and was received with as much honour as his rank and place did permit: this doth put us in hopes that our Ambassador may at the last obtain so much as to be called from Andrinopolis, and be admitted to a Treaty: nevertheless, we have by way of Bagusa, that the Council doth follow with much eagerness the great preparations which they have begun to be ready this next Spring, and that they will hardly relate anything of their high demands, chiefly the cession of the whole Kingdom of Candia, which they intend to force them unto by reducing the chief City, which hath been besieged by them about two years since: the which to prevent this State, intends to have greater forces in the field, and a stronger Navy than formerly, having in the mean time sent the Commander Cornaro, into Condia with a very considerable sum of money for the payment of the Army there. From Milan: The Marques de Caracene our Governor is now making new Levies, to augment his Army against the next Summer, having already got together about 2000 Foot, and more are speedily to be sent hither. From Turin: The Abbot Amoretti who by order of the Duke of Savoy, was gone to confer with the French General, who hath his abode at Pigneroll, is returned hither, having composed those differences which were between them about the quartering of Soldiers. The French being now in their Quarters, the Foot in the valleys about the town of Pignerol, and the General gone with the Horse to quarter them about the Hills. There are Letters of credence sent to Monsieur de Bourdeaux Newsuille, who is already in London to be received as Ambassador in ordinary. The Town of Beffort being reduced the Earl de la Suza, who was Governor there, is marched with his Garrison into Luanuburgh, and having tarried some time at Namur, is gone to the Prince of Condi, to give him an exact account concerning the late siege of the place. The Cardinal Retz doth still remain a close prisoner, but some means are used by mediators for his enlargement, by means of a marriage between the Lord Mancini, who is Nephew to Cardinal Mazarine, and one of the Cardinal de Retz's Nieces, but as yet things remain very doubtful. The Marriage between the Duke de Nemours, with the Daughter to the Duke de Longueville, but as yet nothing set for the conformation of the marriage. The Prince Thome so of Savoy is now wholly invested of the place of Lord of the King's house, which the Prince of Conde enjoyed formerly. The Order formerly given for altering the usual courses of the Parliament of Roan is revoked. The Marshal la Fertz having taken in Beffort, hath been busy with the Earl de Harcourt, and as we have it from Court, that the said Earl shall surrender Brisack and other places under his Government to the King, and yield to much Propositions as were made him for his indemnity upon that business. The King of Scots as I am certainly informed, is to depart this City with his attendants in a very few days, whether for Germany or Holland, is not yet known: this being agreed upon the conclusion of a peace between us and England, in consequence of the peace between you & the Dutch, which we hear is now wholly and totally finished, and that two Ambassadors are gone to take shipping for England. Antwerp the 28 of Feb. 1654. Two days since was brought hither in a Coach, the Duke of Lorrain, being guarded hither by a Troop of Horse, he was arrested the day before by the Earl de Garein, (an eminent man in the Army) by an Order sent from the Archduke Leopoldus, he is now a close prisoner in our Castle: since there hath been several of his domestics arrested and carried to prison: what is the ground or cause of his imprisonment is not yet know, but will be before many days; this take that he is charged to have tempered with France, and have endeavoured to betray the Prince of Conde and his Army to to the common enemy: and withal, that in these parts either near or remote, none pities him, saying, it is a just reward upon him for the great cruelties he hath used in many Counties and Provinces. From the Hague 20. Feb. This day Mr. Stocker, sent by the Protestant Cantons of Switzerland to mediate a Reconciliation between the two Commonwealths of England and the United Provinces, who hath formerly resided long at London, is arrived here. The Freebooters de Haen hath brought in three ships taken upon the coasts of Scotland; two laden with coals and a Fleet laden with salted Salmon and other goods. The last Sunday arrived here an express from London, with Letters from the Lord Beverling to the Lord States General. The Provinces of Zealand, Utrecht, Friesland, and Overyssel; first brought into the Lord States General their Resolution upon the Ratification of the Articles of Peace, and according to the resolution of the Lord States of Holland, approved of, and ratified them. The next day the same was done by the States of Guilderland and Gronning. Insomuch that it is generally hoped that the Treaty shall very shortly be brought to a full conclusion, and some Ambassadors go speedily for England. From Rotterdam Feb. 20. we are long expecting to hear, That the Lord Beverning hath obtained a Cessation of Arms with England, which was given him in charge to demand the loss of our Merchant men. 9. lately coming from Nantes laden with Wines; and others daily hath caused our Admiralties to prohibit all Masters of ships to go to Sea upon the penalty of two thousand Gilders, till such time that the Lord Beverling be returned from London with the suspension of Arms, which he is to propose to the Lord Protector. In the mean time we are making all the haste we can to send over Extraordinary Ambassadors to sign the Treaty of Peace, who we believe will be going from hence about a fortnight hence; the more haste will be made to dispatch, since we do doubt very much we shall not be able to obtain a Cessation of Arms so much desired for by all in general. By Letters from Scilly Feb 18. thus. The 13th instant the Samaritan of Bristol, a ship of about 200 Tons, with 12 Guns, and laden with wheat, together with a small Pink of Plymouth, came into this Harbour, they were both taken by Beach, one of the Brest men of War, and were redeemed on Thursday the ninth instant by the Sapphire and the Constant Warwick; yesterday the 15 of this month, the Constant Warwick arrived here for some balance, and fresh water: the Captain sayeth, that they gave chase unto Beach, but the night came too fast on them, and were hindered of an engagement, Hebditch one of the old Picaroons was taken in the Samaritan of Bristol, and is now on board the Sapphire: there is also a Vessel in this Harbour, called the Peeter of Dover, that came from Nantes, and the Master affirms, that there are 20 Dutch ships bound for St. Martnes, where there are 40. more, and that then they will have but three Convoys. By several Letters from Germany, we hear that in the Dukedom of Lucburgh, they have been lately much annoyed by Mice, and other like Vermin, the ground being almost covered with them; the Mice are of divers colours, and maketh them fear that not only the loss of their Grain will undoubtedly follow, but likewise that it is a forerunner of a new war and troubles in the Country; being they are also certified, that this January last there was seen a Comet or blazing Star in the Marquisate of Brandenburg; which they say is much like unto that which was seen in Germany, about thirty five years since, not long before their wars began. From Dalkeith Feb. 18. About four days since, Col. Daniel with a party of Horse, Foot, and Dragoons, together with the conjunction of another party from Dundee, in all about 1000 marched towards Dunkell, where the enemy's most considerable quarters was, and where they had newly established a Garrison in the Lord Athol's house near the Church. And upon Colonel Daniel's approach (the Lord Athol, and Sir Arthur Forbes having intelligence retreated to the Hills, and left only the Garrison, and some few to defend the Church) those in the Church durst not stand, bustled to the House, whereof men attempted them together, and got under the Walls with Pickaxes, and other instruments that were in readiness, and in short time gotten to a part of the House without the loss of one man; and having slain only three of the enemy, the rest cried quarter and had it granted, yet notwithstanding unworthily began to resist a little, which quickened our men the more; and then the enemy cried out again, they would accept of the terms granted. In the House we took two Lieutenants, one Ensign with blue Colours, Sir Arthur Forbes' own quartermast. 2 Sergeants, 2 Cornets, and 119 private rogues, together with 80 Muskets and Bandoleers, some Firelocks and Swords, about 16 pound of Powder, as also 25 Troop horses, and 14 or 15 case of Pistols, with much Meal, Malt, and Oates, which not having convenience to carry away, we set fire to a barrel of Powder, and those provisions, and blew up them and the House together. About five days ago one of the late Col. Wogan's men with three of his best horses, got his Landlord to help him to water them, and run away with them to Blaire Castle, one of our Garrisons, which makes the English less trusted by Athol and the Tories. Colonel Morgan hath also removed the Enemy's Garrison at Kildrummy; and many of those Horsemen, he routed at his engagement with valiant Glencarine (the great patron or rather spoiler of his Country) running to Athol near Dunkell, he translated them to foot. Colonel Morgan at his late engagement with the Enemy at Cromar killed 120 and took 27 prisoners with all their Ammunition, and most of their Arms, and about 80 Horse, in all which we lost not one Man. From Upsall in Sweden Jan. 20. We have very great probability (God favouring the undertaking) to accomplish what we came hither about, and to return within, or a little time after the time limited, which was six months: My Lord Ambassador carries on business with a great deal of wisdom and discretion, and is highly approved of by the Queen, and Grand Chancellor who bears great power here, we were a little at a stop upon the new change of Government in England, for my Lord was forced thereby to begin again, and had a new Commission sent him from my Lord Protector, but the Queen received his new Credentials with all willingness; and now business goeth forward at least in appearance fairer than before; the Queen seeming to have a very great respect to my Lord Protector. There are 'tis said Ambassadors now landed from Holland, and expected at London within a day or two, and that they come with full power to ratify the Articles of peace between England and Holland, which is so more by the next. There is now published the second part of the exposition of Jude, By Mr William Jenkins, and is sold in Paul's Churchyard. Jus Divinum Regiminis Ecclesiastici: Or the divine Right of Church Government, asserted and evidenced by the holy Scriptures: The third Edition corrected and augmented by sundry Ministers within the City of London. Printed for George Calvers, at the half Moon in Paul's Churchyard. The Tempestuous Soul Calmed by Jesus Christ, being the Extract of several Sermons Preached By A. Palmer at Burton in Gloucestershire, and sold by E: Brewster and G. Sawbridge at the Bible on Ludgate Hill. There is newly published an excellent Book, Entitled the Greatness of the mystery of Godliness opened in several Sermons by Cuthbert Sidenham, late Teacher to A. Church of Christ in Newcastle: Sold by Rich: Tomlins, at the Hand and Bible at Pie Corner, and by William London in Newcastle, The new birth, in which is brought forth the new Creature with a brief description of Antichrist, by Rich: Bartlett Servant of Jesus Christ. Printed for L. Blaiklock at Temple Bar, and John Hancock in Popes Head Alley. There is lately printed the Right Constitution and true Subjects of the visible Church of Christ, with its Order, ordinances, Ministry and Government, written by Tho: Colliar and unworthy Servant of Christ. Likewise Protection proving subjection for a word of peace to be well affected. A Caveat to the contentions. A Rod for the Rebellious, both which are to be sold by Hen: Hills at the sign of Sir John Old Castle in Pie Corner. Stolen out of Putney Park the twenty three of Feb. A little Nag about 13 & 14 hand high, between a and a , with a long mane blackish and reddish with a little white lock in the said Mane, his crest something high forward, many saddle spots on the back & side, a black line down his back and Rump, a short tail, hath all his paces, 6 or 7 years old, & will lie down in the water Winter & Summer after riding. If any can give the owner knowledge of him, at Mr. Maident in the old Jury, next door to Gurney Home, shall have twenty shillings for their pains. There was last Saturday 24. instant, between Colbrook and Stone a Chestnut Nag, about 14 hand high, with no white at all, straight bodied, coming seven years old, with a short Tail, and a very thick Mane, high mettled. Also writings in a Cloakbag of receipts of divers sums of money of one Farmer Piat, Farmer Sadler, Farmer Brown & Whosoever shall bring, or give notice of them to Mr. Jo: Herbert, at the Angel in Newgate Market shall have 20 shillings for their pains. This is licensed and entered according to Order.

The Perfect Diurnall of Passages, Issue 220

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☞ A more full and perfect Relation of all the Passages in the Treaty betwixt His Highness the Lord Protector, and the Ambassadors of the States of the United Provinces; The Auditing of their Embassy by His Highness, and their resolutions concerning the Queen of Bohemia, the Princess of Orange, the late Queen of England, her son the K. of Scots, and his brethren the Dukes of York and Gloucester; with the engrossing the Articles of Peace, and six Members of the Council appointed to treat with the Dutch Deputies. The proceedings of the Highlanders, and appointing a Central Rendezvous about Badenoch, and their declaration threatening to destroy the English with Fire and Sword; with a Scotch Gentleman prophesy of the destruction of Glencairn's Army. Also, the great Duke of Muscovite's Decree to invade Denmark with three Armies, the last intelligence from the English and Dutch Navies at Sea, and Letters from Ireland: Together with an Order for the Trial of Ministers and thirty Commissioners appointed to put them in execution. From Friday March 3, to Friday March the 10. 1654. The last Week I advised you of the Imprisonment of the Duke of Lorraine, and now that Wolf sits confined in Antwerp Castle as quiet as a Lamb; having resigned up to his Highness the Archduke, his Person, Estate, and Army, and his Lieutenant General the Earl of Ligneville, hath took an oath of fidelity to the K. of Spain. The Archduke entreats Lorraine nobly, and hath all service and honour done to him as becomes the person of a Prince; for besides the costly Table he keeps, his Highness the Archduke hath set him up a Court, and appointed several great persons to attend him; and hath made the E. of Bruays to be Overseer General of his whole Family; but the old Fox is like to pay for it out of his . SIR, I Thought good to acquaint you, that Col. Tho. Morgan, Commander in Chief of the forces in the North of Scotland, understanding of the enemies approach within 24 miles of this Town, he drew forth about 1100 horse, dragoons, and foot, and upon the 9 instant after a very hard match, met with the forces under the command of Glencairn and Kenmore, about the number of 1400 horse and foot: where after a short dispute, upon most base ground, he put them to a retreat, and forced them to a very strong Pass, which 40 resolute men might have kept against 4000. yet so cowed were the enemy, that in a short time Providence ordered it so, that we recovered the Pass, and in time put them to the rout, pursued them through such invincible Hills (as were the truth of them related, would be imagined incredible) which never English men marched over before that time: there was about 120 of the enemy slain, 17 taken prisoners, about 80 horse, most of their Arms, all their Ammunition, Bag and Baggage, all which the Lord was pleased to carry on with great facility to us, for there was not so much as one man or ours wounded, and we had only 2 horses slain: there was indeed one of Captain Merimon's troop shot through the head by one of his fellow soldiers accidentally before the Engagement. The next day, having intelligence that the enemy had possessed a strong house called Kildrummy, where the Earl of Mar dwelt, who afterwards pretended he was surprised by the enemy; yet so just are Scotchmen, that now they begin to appear in their colours, they through our lenity being grown to such a height, as that they made good their old Character, Turks and Scots coequal. We marched thither, and summoned it, and it was surrendered upon Articles: after the said Garrison was reduced, we marched to our winter quarters to this Town, where we was welcomed with news from Johnstons, that col. Daniel with a considerable party out of Johnstons, and Dundee, resolved to make an attempt upon Dunkeld, being informed that there was a considerable party of the enemies horse in that Town, and that Atholl, and Forbes had settled a garrison of about 60 persons in an old House in that place, and had victualled the same well for two months. Upon Wednesday the 15 instant by break of day col. Daniel's forlorns fell into Dunkeld with their Scouts, having stayed a quarter of an hour too short of surprising the Town; and for their escape they were beholding to the nearness of the Hills, yet as quick as they were we took 40 of their horses, and after 1 hour and a half won the house, gaining room after room, in which time they were reduced to yield upon terms for life, their number with those that were taken belonging to their horse, is about 120 and 4 or 5 killed, besides what is wounded, the enemy looking on, Col. Daniel blew up the house, and carried the prisoners to Johnston. Upon Friday night being 17 instant, was one Captain Thompson, and Lieut. col. Ramstes Lieutenant came down with 5 or 6 more into the Lowlands to plunder horses, and Lieutenant Hellen, Lieut. to Major Bramston, having intelligence thereof marched forth with 7 more Dragoons with him, out of the garrison of Thornston, and after he had pursued them ten miles through the hills, caught them about 5 in the morning, killed one of them, and brought the rest prisoners to Dunnottar Castle. Sir, these blows are very seasonable, for the enemy were very high, and threatened all with fire and sword, that would not join with them. I am apt to believe that the peace with the Dutch will vanish like smoke, though notwithstanding these Brushes they give out high language, and say that they resolve to gain their credit. I hope to hear from you in I remain, Your affectionate Nephew. I.H Febr. 27. 1653. This afternoon the Dutch Ambassadors had Audience given by his Highness the Lord Protector in the Banqueting House at Whitehall, the Room was richly hung with hangings, and a rich chair of State set for the Lord Protector, and Chairs on the one side for the Ambassadors, the entertainment was stately, and gallant, and the subject of this Audience was partly Congratulatory to His Highness, and to declare the business of their coming to make and settle a firm peace, and to renew the old friendship which hath been for many years between the two Nations: And that to this purpose their Superiors the 7 United Provinces, do all of them agree and consent to the agreement or peace between us and them, which, they their Ambassadors extraordinary, are empowered fully to confirm and ratify; desiring a speedy Cessation of arms, and that all acts of hostility may cease on both sides, so that undoubtedly, some few circumstances being considered on, all will be concluded, and a peaceful , as we shall be able to bring you further the particulars by the next. A more perfect Relation concerning the proceedings in the Treaty, betwixt his Highness the Lord Protector, and the Ambassadors of the States of Holland, with the manner of their entertainment at the Banqueting house, the conference that passed between them, and how so they are agreed as concerning Peace. The Lords Ambassadors from the States of the seven United Provinces of Holland, Zealand, &c. had Audience by his Highness the Lord Protector, in the Banqueting house at Whitehall (as is formerly related) which was hung with extraordinary hangings, and divers Lords, Knights and Gentlemen, Officers of the Army, and thousands of people in the said room present, and all the Galleries round the room, full of people, besides many in the Courts, and other places about that could not get in. They were fetched from their lodgings in the Palace yard at Sir Abraham Williams's, by Sir Oliver Flemming, Mr of the Ceremonies; and with him two of the Lords of the Council, Srickland and Jones, who were all three with the three Ambassadors, brought in the Lord Protector's chief Coach, and his Highness's Footmen, besides the Ambassadors' Footmen to run by the Coach; and after the said Coach followed a great many Coaches belonging to several Lords and others, most with six horses, in which rode several persons of Honour, and the Gentlemen belonging to the Ambassadors. There was set at the upper end of the Banqueting house at Whitehall a chair of State, very rich, for his Highness the Lord Protector and by it on the right hand three rich high stools for the Ambassadors, and a place railed in covered with Carpets, and the ground spread with Carpets, whereon the chair and stools were set. First his Highness the Lord Protector came into the Banqueting house, with the Lords of the Council, and Mr. Thurlow Secretary of State, and Mr. Claypool Gentleman of the Horse, at whose coming in, all the people put off their Hats and stood bare, and his Highness put off his Hat to the people, and went so to the Chair, but did not sit down in it at all, all the while, neither before, at, not after the Audience. His Highness stood on the left side of the Chair, with his Hat on, and the Lords of the Council and Mr Secretary, and Mr Claypool were within the Rails, some on the one side, and some on the other, all of them bare all the while, in this Equipage his Highness waited a short time, for the reception of the Ambassadors, and a lane was made for the Ambassadors to come unto his Highness from the one end of the Room to the other. So soon as the Ambassadors were come into the Room they put off their Hats to salute his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Highness did the like to them, and so again a second and a third time as they nearer to his Highness, and when they came up to the place where the Chair, Stools, and Carpets were, where his Highness the Lord Protector was, with the Lords of the Council, and after a low salute of his Highness and the Lords Ambassadors each to other; the Lord Protector put on his Hat, and the Ambassadors put on their Hats also, the Lords of the Council and all others being bare, his Highness and the Ambassadors all standing up. Then Lord Yongstal made a Speech to his Highness, and his Highness made presently another Speech to the Ambassadors. High Highness and the Ambassadors often in both the Speeches putting off their hats to salute each other, upon some words of Protestation of Affection of one Commonwealth to the other, and desire of firm Union. The substance of the Ambassadors' speech was, To declare the business of their coming, to renew the old friendship which hath been for many years, and to make and settle a more firm Peace and Alliance than heretofore. And that to this purpose their Superiors, the Lords and the States of the United Provinces of the Netherlands do all of them agree and consent to the agreement of peace between us and them, which they their Ambassadors Extraordinary are empowered fully to confirm and ratify, desiring a speedy cessation of Arms and that all Acts of hostility may cease on both sides; so that the chiefest thing that is yet behind is only for the explaining some things in some of the Articles. Afterwards his Highness and the Ambassadors saluted each other, and the Ambassadors returned, three times turning back to salute his Highness, and His Highness then also staying for that purpose, saluted them; and they being gone down, His Highness with the Lords of the Council, returned also by the privy door, through which he had come thither. The Lords Ambassadors of the United Provinces declare, that they are willing to condescend to the Articles, and say if they can be engrossed in a day they are ready to sign the Ratification of the Peace, and the Articles of the Treaty are engrossing, and six Members of the Council are appointed Commissioners to meet with the Dutch Ambassadors; whereupon it is supposed Subscriptions will be made on either side, in order to the making a firm Peace and Amity. It is agreed upon, That the Lady Elizabeth is to depart Holland, she returns to her son the Pelsgrave; the Princess Mary with her son stays still in Holland; The late Queen of England is to leave France, she goeth to the Duke of Savoy, the Dutchess being her sister. And Charles Stuart, with the Dukes of York, and Gloucester, are also to depart the French Territories, they intend to go for Germany to the Palsgrave. We hear from Scotland, that Major Gen. Lambert, and Com Gen. Whalley's regiments are very seasonably arrived there. There hath been lately printed a scandalous Pamphlet against his Highness the Lord Protector; it being full of injurious calumnies, tending to no other end but to make the Commonwealth of England odious, and to raise further Divisions between the two States. And because it did, highly concern this State to prohibit the and publishing of the said Pamphlets, the States have put forth their Ordinance, strictly forbidding the sale upon pain of bodily punishment; and whosoever can discover the Author or Printer, shall have the sum of 500 l. given him, in case the party be apprehended; And his name that shall give the Information shall be kept private. It is further confirmed by Letters from Scotland, that whilst our horse are in the more Northern parts of that Nation, Sir Arthur Forbes, who is again recovered of his wounds, is marched Southwards, so see what parties he can find straggling, or what booty he can get about Lenox, or Tivesdale. In the meantime the Earl of Glencairn is in the North, and not daring to hazard all his strength on the uncertainty of one Battle, doth divide his forces into several parties, that he might thereby be enabled to satisfy the importunity of their bellies, and encourage or enforce the Countries to increase their Levies; the fiery Crosses have had their run, and whirled from place to place in several Countries, but to no effect. It is wonderful indeed to consider what an impression anything supernatural hath in all ages left in the minds of the common soldiers: to demur therefore from the Levying of new forces, it hath been reported wheresoever the Recruits are to be raise, That a Gentleman in the Country of Fife had a Vision, in which he was admonished by a young man, with all speed to address himself to Glencairn his Kinsman, and to acquaint him with the anger of God to fall on him and all his forces, if they pursued such destructive courses. The Gentleman disobedient to the Angel on the first night, was struck dumb the second, because he employed not his voice as he was commanded. This Report hath been of more efficacy to trouble the Levies, and discourage the old soldiers of Glencairn, than the certain arrival of our Regiments, and of 3 ships laden with Tents, clothes & all manner of provisions both for life & death. Mr. Feak, and Mr. Vavaser Powel have made their addresses for their liberty; some Ministers have been with them, and advised them to be sensible of their mistakes. Yesterday the Lord Newport and Yongstal the two Ambassadors extraordinary from the States General of the united Provinces came from Gravesend to London attended with many rich Barges, and at their landing there attended his Highness the Lord Protector's Coach, and many other rich Coaches to the number of 60 Coaches, and with 6 horses a piece, in which Coaches the said Ambassadors their attendance, and many English Lords and Gentlemen, rode through the City to Sir Abraham Williams's house in the Palace yard, which was trimmed up very stately for them. From Flanders they write, that the Arch Duke doth yet retain in custody the Duke of Lorraine, neither are all his plundering and thieving Regiments able to rescue him out of the Castle wherein he is now a prisoner. From Paris we hear that the strong garrison of Beffort is surrendered to Marshal de la Ferte, the Defendants had conditions to march away to Luxembourg. Here is talk of sending another Ambassador for England; his Highness (your Lord Protector) is looked upon here as a person very considerable; if the Ambassadors comes not very speedily, the Credentials of the Ambassadors that is in England already will be renewed. There is also an Ambassador we hear landed from Denmark, to make application to his Highness upon the success of the Dutch Treaty, his name is Williamson. From Milford Haven the 28 of February: Here are some lately come from Ireland, who telleth us no more as for news, but that according to the late Treaty made with Mac O Mortagne, there are great numbers of Irish ready to take shipping for Flanders, to serve the King of Spain, but yet there are still small parties of Tories, who lie lurking in the woods and Boggs, and do much disquiet the peace of the Country, which is still in great want of people to inhabit those parts. The Lord Henry Cromwell is safe arrived in Ireland. From Deal the 2 of March two days since all the Merchants ships as were here, and in Dover Road set sail, having a fair wind to go for France, and other parts to the Southward; also several convoys to bring them to their distinct places, there hath been likewise some of our Frigates here, but are gone all again Westward, where we hear out Fleet rids still near St. Helen's point, by the Isle of Wight. The Letters from new Sarum, that this day sevennight my Lo. Chief Justice Rolls, and Mr. Sergeant Glyn, came into that City attended by the Sheriff, and many Gentlemen of the Country, the next day being the first of March the Assizes began there, and his Lordship made a very learned speech to the great satisfaction of the Country, under the present government. In Whitechapel below the Church, over against the Stile that goes to Stepney, in Trumpet Yard, dwells L.M Student in Mathematical physic, who cureth the Tysick and Cough of the Lungs, the swelling of the Spleen, and deafness of the ears, pestilent Fevers, and all sorts of Agues, of which cure he never failed; with other diseases incident to men. Also, he cureth perfectly all diseases peculiar to women, or their Sex, be they either Chronic or Acute; and hath cured many that have been thought to be past cure. If you enquire at the white Lyon in Whitechapel; or at the Angel in Cornhil near the Royal Exchange, they will direct you to him. There is lately extant. The History of New-England, from the English planting; the year 1628. until the year, 1652. Printed for Nathaniel Brook, and are to be sold at his shop at the sign of the Angel in Cornhil. The last letter from Scotland certify, that the Highlanders have appointed the tenth of March for their General Rendezvous about Badenoch, and Atholl hath Orders to prepare all the forces he can against that time; and the Enemy have put a Garrison into Garth castle, and threaten all that adhere to the English with fire and sword; as appears by this following Warrant. These are to require the Gentlemen, Heritors, and others concerned in the parish of Drummond and Buchanan, that immediately after sight hereof, they send to the Craig of Ern out of every hundred pounds of Rent half Bell Cane, one Furlet Meat, one Turf of Hay, one Leg of Beef, one stone cheese, four Hens, or satisfaction therefore; as also to be immediately at the appointed place with your proportion of Troop horses, every thousand pounds being one well mounted Troop horse with certificate; If you fail I will pursue you with fire and sword, according to the general Order. From Blaniavard in Drummond, Feb. 23. M. Murray. The inclination of Holland and the rest of the Provinces to make a firm peace with England, hath filled the French court with the same affections: And the next thing that will be done to smooth the way, will be how to be handsomely rod of Charles Stuart and his Retinue, who they say, is already providing to be gone; but whither none knows, unless it be to Germany. By Letters from Danzick, it is certified, that the Tartars continue the robbing and plundering the Danes, and have taken Sapiha Commander of the 3000 horse sent out against them, and a great favourite of the King, with most of his horse. Also, that the Great Duke of Muscovy hath decreed hostility against the King of Denmark, and is resolved to invade him with three Armies in three sundry places. The Council are preparing an Ordinance, for the trial and approbation of Ministers; and 30 Commissioners (Ministers and others) will be appointed to put them in execution; but the Power extends only to the trying of such Ministers as have been admitted within these six months last past, or that shall be admitted hereafter. This is the ancient Faithful Scout, and is by Special Authority appointed to be printed by Robert Wood; and to be published throughout the Dominions of England, Scotland, and Ireland; to prevent the abuse offered to the people, by another publishing a false Copy under this Title.

The Faithful Scout, Issue 168

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From Tuesday, January: 24. to Tuesday, January: 31. 1653 I made mention in my last of the report that the Queen of Sweden in her own person did meet the English Ambassador a mile from her own Court; and this we had from those who came lately from Hamburg, but this Day Letters came from Sweden, giving a full account thereof, and expressing that it was not the Queen in her own person that met the Ambassador, but two of her own Council. The Letter maketh mention at large of my Lord Whitlock's tedious Journey by Land in the depth of Winter, from Gothenburg to Upsall, where the Queen of Sweden had then her Court, which was not without many inconveniences, and great expenses, some of the Retinue being enforced to lie in straw, for want of other Lodging. The Queen sent our Ambassador word that she was astonished at his being advanced so far in his Journey, it being much beyond her expectation, and that she was resolved to receive him with more than ordinary respect, for the which preparation could not be made in so short a time as we might come from Encopin to Upsall. It was therefore her Majesty's desire that his Excellency should repose himself until Monday at Encopin, and then to come two Leagues to a Gentleman's House, which the Grand Master had commanded to be provided for him. And from thence upon Thursday to come to Upsall where the Queen was My Lord knew no other answer to this desire, and in this place, but to submit to it, the rather because our Baggage was not come up to us, for want of Horses with which Mr. Stapleton continued, and took extraordinary pains and care, and endured many hardships in his attendance upon that charge. Tuesday morning my Lord went from thence towards Upsall, the weather continuing extreme hard, half a League before we came to Town, the Master of Ceremonies met him, and told him that the Queen had sent him to congratulate his safe arrival, and to conduct him to Upsall: about a quarter of a League from the Town, two Senators met him, that is, two of the Council of State met him, they spake to him in the Swedish tongue, to the same effect the Master of Ceremonies had done, as I understood by their Interpreter; My Lord answered them in English, that the respect which her Majesty did bear to the Commonwealth of England, appeared in her honourable reception of him their Servant, which he desired to acknowledge with thanks to her Majesty, they then brought him into a rich Coach of the Queen's; where the two Senators, and Master of Ceremonies sate with him. There were divers other Coaches of the Queen's, in all eighteen: every one with six horses, and a great many of the Queen's servants on Horse back, they brought my Lord to my Lodging, and then left him: The rooms of Entertainment, and four or five Bed-chambers were furnished with the Queen's Hangings, and Beds: The Bed in his own chamber was richly Embroidered with Gold; about half an hour after, came in a Gentleman of the Bed-chamber to my Lord, and told him that the Queen had sent to see how he did after his Journey, to bid him welcome, and my Lord returned his thanks to her Majesty: a little after him, Mr: Lagerfeildt came to see my Lord, and told him the Queen commanded him to come unto him, and to take care that if he wanted any accommodation we might be supplied. Then the Master of the Ceremonies desired of him copy of his Credentials, which he had ready, and gave to him, who carried them presently to the Queen, and left them with her and returned back to accompany his Lordship to Supper. In a Lobby next to the withdrawing Room, is a constant guard of the Qu: Partisans, beyond that a very fair Room, which was very well furnished, with a great deal of plate, and many wax candles in it; two Tables were plentifully furnished, the one for my Lord, the other for his Steward; over the Ambassador's seat was a canopy of State. About the middle of Supper the Master of Ceremonies rose from his seat, and came to him, and with a great glass of Wine begun to him a health to the Commonwealth of England; my Lord told him, That it was neither agreeable to his Judgment, nor to the practice of those whom he served in England, to drink, or pledge any health. He pressed it earnestly upon my Lord, and his Lordship as earnestly refused it; and some words of a little heat passed betwixt them, but being in French, every body did not take notice of it; he then began a health to Capt: James Whitlock who likewise refused it. Then he began a health to Dr: Whittler, who refusing it, the Master of Ceremonies in a slighting way desired him to give it some other name; the Dr: answered, That if he pleased he might call it a eating & health; When the Master of Ceremonies saw himself thus resisted, he was quiet, and seemed much displeased, and my Lord no less. After Supper, Mr: Lagerfieldt: came to us again, to whom the Ambassador related this passage at Supper, and desired that our liberty, and the manner of our Country might be reserved to himself, and company, which he said was most fitting, and he would take care that the like should not be done hereafter. Then the Lord Whitlock desired my Lord Lagerfieldt to move the Queen that if she pleased he might have his Audience before the Holidays which he very willingly undertook to do, and it sped well, for the next day my Lord Lagerfieldt brought my Lord word, that the Queen was very ready to gratify his Request, and had appointed him Audience upon Friday, till which time our Entertainment will be her Majesty's charge: We are put to great inconvenience at this place for want of Beds, most of our company lying upon straw, but the Queen's Officers have to the Country, and we are in hope to have brought to here shortly. The Plague continues at Stockholm and there is no speech of the Queen's removing thither. My Lord is extreme weary of our long, and great Feasting. Yesterday the Queen was not well, but kept her bed, but this day she was abroad again. We shall prove Frenchmen; that Language is more spoken at the Court, than any other. By this time I presume you are weary of my long Letter; I shall reserve my self until after my Lord's Audience, when you may look to be troubled again. The Audience is to be tomorrow afternoon. I made mention in my last, that the Lord Lorn Eldest Son to the Marquis of Argyle, was upon some disagreement gone from the Lord Glencairn. The reason (as since we are informed) is, that the Army of the Enemy being in Lorn's Father's Country, he intended to have the chief command of them himself, especially of those who were there Levied, which he finding that he could not obtain, and that he was resolutely opposed by Glencairn, he fled away by night, with all the haste that his Horse could take, and was only attended but with six followers, Glencairn sent immediately after him, and to bring him back alive or dead, but could not overtake him. Glencairn was advertised by Lorn's own Messenger, that Lorn had sent a Letter to one of our Officers who commanded a Castle not far off, to advise him where to fall on Glencairn with the best advantage, Glencairn having read the Letter, and told the bearer that he was truer to his Country, than his Master, drew up a Party to strengthen his Quarters, and having apprehended seven or eight of those who were most familiar with Lorn, he put them all into custody, and intends if the Council shall find through numerous, are so unserviceable for want of Arms, both for Horse and Foot, that six hundred of our Soldiers in all probability overcome them. It is further advertised from Scotland, that Captain Crosse, Captain Lieutenant Captain Ozey with a party from Saint Johnstone is into the Quarters of about forty of the Enemy's Horse, and took ten Prisoners, and sixteen Horses, and killed two on the place. Body of the Enemy is now fallen into Murrayland where they are busy in levying their Assessments, and indeed to debate all correspondence betwixt Aberdeen and Innernes. Colonel Morgan is drawing all the Forces of the North, to driveth them out from thence. The English Regiments of Horse and Foot in Scotland, are these. General Monk. Colonel Daniel's Colonel Rode's Colonel Fitch's Colonel Oakley's Colonel Ashfield's Colonel Fenwick's.Colonel Sebbett's Colonel Rich's ColonelSalmon's Colonel Fairfax's Colonel Tomlinson's Colonel Twistleton's Part of Colonel Sanderson's Colonel Cooper's The company at Dumbarton Colonel Overton's going to Scotland That which was M.G. Harrison's Major General Lambert's Colonel Alwed's Commis: Gen: Whaley's Colonel Morgan's Sir WilliamConstable's. It is again confirmed from Scotland, that the Commander of our Garrison at Drummond having sent forth a party of thirty Horse, to rescue a flock of Sheep, which the Highlanders had drove away in the face of the Castle, they were overpowered by the Enemy, who killed the Lieutenant, the Cornet, the Corporal, and some Troopers, and took others, but they did not fall unrevenged, for those who fought stoutest, were many of them wounded, and some slain, in which number was he who commanded them in chief he was the first himself that fell, and by his Death taught the rest to die honourably. Letters this Day read upon the Exchanged, make mention of several Prizes brought in Holland, where the conclusion of a Treaty with England makes a great noise, but finds no certainty at all: It is confirmed that they are there making ready twenty new ships, of thirty eight foot broad, and some one hundred and thirty, some one hundred and forty, and some one hundred and fifty foot in length. There are divers Ambassadors from several Princes come to the Hague, what there business is, time will suddenly make known. The Dutch Merchants that were in France understanding that our Fleet were at Sea, sailed towards their own Country on the back side of Ireland, truly conceiving, that the furthest way about is the nearest way home. It is said that two hundred sail from Holland designed to Spain, Portugal, and the Straits, are to sail round about also that way. Our Frigates have taken this week from the Hollanders five ships belonging to Holland, and sunk two of their ships on the Coasts of France. Part of Paul's Church at the South side thereof did fall down this afternoon, some of the Rubbish did fall on the head of a child and sorely hurt it, and bruised the left side of his body; no other harm was done by it as I can learn. I shall in this place give you the substance of the Speech of the Lord Ambassador Whitlock to the Queen of Sweden. He declared, that although the Commonwealth of England are not encouraged to send abroad when they reflect upon the barbarous usage of their Messengers in some places, yea in her Majesty's Government they have not the least suspicion, but gracefully acknowledged their experience to the contrary; From thence he proceeded to the deliverances of the Armies of the Commonwealth, which have been wonderful, and touched upon the excellencies of her Majesty's Person and Government, making a comparison betwixt her and Queen Elizabeth. He then made mention of the Wars of her Father for the orthodox Religion, and just liberties, which were also the occasions of the Wars of this Commonwealth both in England, Scotland and Ireland, in which GOD was always pleased to determine for the Parliament, and after 8 tenders of a Treaty for Peace to change the Government of England which was occasioned through the extremity of the ill government of the Successors of Queen Elizabeth, who although foreigners had otherwise received all obedience and subjection from her people. He then made a similitude betwixt the Nations of England and Swedeland in language, manners, and dispositions; and that in no Age there hath been a declared War against them, which being considered, to lay a stronger obligation upon both Nations by which their tranquillity may be preserved, her Majesty having to that purpose sent her late public Ministers into England, the Commonwealth of England to show how acceptable those overtures were, do not only renew the former amity between both Nations, but have employed her to enter into a more strict alliance than hath yet been for the good of both. Something came yesterday by the Post from Scotland, wherein it is said that Glencarn in his Proclamations doth imply, that he hath a design to extirpate all the English, as the old, and ancient Enemies to Scotland, he therefore threatens to sequester, and confiscate the estates of all, who shall presume to send either Horse, or arms to the common Enemy. One of the Dutch Commissioners is again returned from Holland, and declares the consent of that Province to the Articles lately agreed upon with his Highness, and that the like is promised, and expected from the rest of the Provinces. Zealand only for the present doth seem something averse; The general adstipulation being made, there will come Ambassadors from the Provinces to see the confirmation of the Peace. Master Feak, and Mr: Simpson, who were taken into custody, have been examined before the Council, and do both stand committed. We have nothing further as yet from Sweden but only that the Lord Ambassador Whitlock doth much admire the Queen of Sweden for her discourse, and knowledge in the Affairs of all States. It is again advertised from Holland, that the agreement with England is concluded, and the rather, because of the great Entertainment of our Ambassador in Sweden. The ships that were forced from the Texel, in the late great Tempest, and thought to be devoured by the Sea, are returned, though much shaken. The rich ships are also arrived from Norway, and from the Eastland Countries; the Texel hath been seldom seen so full of shipping, as at this present. There was lately a combustion in Wales, occasioned by some who refused to subscribe to this present Government, but upon better consideration they submitted, and have conformed themselves, so that all things are there quiet. There is no News from Sea of any Victory at all, the Letters make mention of a small Prize taken near Scarborough, and a Bark laden with French Goods, not far from the Isle of Guernsey. The Robbers at Sea are numerous, Letters from Pendennie do number them to be five and twenty sail, but many of them are such small Vessels, that they will lie in Creeks, and wait for their prey, where our ships of burden cannot come at them. The Robbers by Land, who robbed the Lady Spencer at Hatton house, are two of them taken, and carried to Newgate. An Ambassador from Holland, declaring there the full agreement to the Peace with England, and Ambassadors from England expected in Holland for ratification of it. The Speech made by the Lord Ambassador Whitlock to the Queen of Sweden; the Queen's amazement at his great care and Industry; and his admiration of the Queen for her knowledge and great understanding. Mr: Feake and Mr: Simpson again examined and committed. The disagreement in Wales reconciled, and all there subscribing to the Government. A Defeat received in Scotland from the Highlanders. And some Prizes taken at Sea.

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The Audience of the French Ambassador before His Highness the Lord Protector at Whitehall; together with his Speech and Addresses made to his Highness by the said Ambassador, in behalf of his Master the Most Christian King of France; together with some Propositions concerning Peace. With the Proceedings touching the Treaty with the Dutch Ambassadors. Several Prizes taken at Sea. The raising of men in Scotland by Gen. Middleton, Glencarn, Seafort and Athol, and their moving Westward. Letters from Ireland. And news from several other parts. From Wednesday, March 22. to Wednesday, March 29. 1654. We could tell you this week how far you are like to be eased of the Excises, Customs, the monthly Assessments, and other taxations, but we have not room enough at this time; therefore for brevity's sake, take in the first place, the Copy of an Ordinance of his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council, for the Continuation of the Customs, and several other Ordinances of his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council, which in order take as followeth. Be it ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, with the advice and consent of his Council, That one Act of Parliament, intituled, An Act for the continuation of the Customs until the 26 of March, 1653. and all powers and clauses therein contained, be, and are hereby continued, and shall, and do stand in full force, until the 26 day of March in the year of our Lord, 1658. And be it further ordained, that the Commissioners of the Customs shall not hereafter make repayment of half Subsidy for any goods at any time exported, which have been, or hereafter shall be sold unto, or in the possession of any Shopkeeper or Retailer of the said commodity, or any such goods where the property, form, or nature of the commodity once imported, is any wise altered, mingled, amended or confounded. And be it hereby further ordained, That the Commissioners of the Customs for the time being shall have and receive upon every 20 shillings coming clear unto the Commonwealth upon their account such salary of Poundage as is or shall be agreed upon by the Committee for Regulating the Customs, or any other thereunto authorized by his Highness and his Council. This day was published the Ordinance appointing Commissioners for approbation of public Preachers, and is to this effect. Whereas for some time past hitherto, there hath not been any certain course established for the supplying vacant places with able and fit persons to preach the Gospel, by reason whereof not only the rights and titles of Patrons are prejudiced, but many weak, scandalous, popish, and ill-affected persons have intruded themselves, or been brought in, to the great grief and trouble of the people of this Nation, for remedy and prevention whereof, It is ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council, that every person, who shall from and after the 25 of March instant, be presented, nominated, chosen, or appointed to any Benefice (formerly called Benefice with care of Souls) or to preach any public settled Lecture in England or Wales, shall, before he be admitted into any such Benefice or Lecture, be judged and approved, by the Persons hereafter named, to be a person, for the Grace of God in him, his holy and unblameable conversation, as also for his knowledge and utterance, able and fit to preach the Gospel; and that after the said 25 of March, no person, but such as shall upon such approbation be admitted by the said persons, shall take any public Lecture, having a constant stipend legally annexed and belonging thereunto, or take or receive any such Benefice as aforesaid, or the profits thereof, And be it further ordained, That Francis Rous, Esq. Dr. Thomas Goodwin, Dr. John Owen, Mr. Thankful Owen, Dr. Arrowsmith, Dr. Tuckney, Dr. Horton, Mr. Joseph Carroll, Mr. Philip Nye, Mr. William Greenhil, Mr. William Strong, Mr. Thomas Manton, Mr. Samuel Slater, Mr. William Cooper, Mr. Stephen Marshal, Mr. John Tombes, Mr. Walter Cradock, Mr. Samuel Faircloth, Mr. Hugh Peters, Mr. Peter Sterry, Mr. Samuel Bamford, Mr. Thomas Valentine of Chaford, Mr. Henry Jessee, Mr. Obadiah Sedgwick, Mr. Nicholas Lockier, Mr. Daniel Dyke, M. James Russel, Mr. Nathaniel Campfield, Robert Tichburn Alderman of London, Mark Hildsley, Thomas Wood, John Sadler, William Goff, Thomas St. Nicholas, William Parker, and Edward Cresset Esquires, be constituted and appointed Commissioners for such approbation and admission as is abovesaid, and the said Commissioners or any five or more of them met together in some certain place in the City of London and Westminster, as his Highness shall appoint, are authorized to judge and take knowledge of the ability and fitness of any person so presented, and to grant admission to such Benefice or Lecture by an instrument in writing under a common Seal to be appointed by his Highness. Provided always, That no person who shall tender himself, or be tendered for approbation as aforesaid, shall be concluded by any Vote of the said Commissioners which shall pass in the Negative as to his approbation, unless nine or more of the said Commissioners be present at such Vote. And it is further ordained, That all Patrons of any Benefices that are now void, shall within six months next after the five and twentieth of this instant March, and of any Benefice that shall hereafter be void within six months next after the avoidance of the same, Present unto the said Commissioners, or any five of them, some fit person to be admitted, and for default of such Presentation within that time, the Presentation or that turn shall devolve by lapse unto the Lord Protector and his Successors. Provided always, That in case the Patron be disturbed to present unto such Benefice, and thereupon within six months after the avoidance of such Benefice a suit be commenced for the recovery of such Presentation, and notice thereof in writing left with the said Commissioners, or any five or more of them or the Register, that then such notice shall be as effectual to prevent the lapse, as where the suit was heretofore commenced against the Bishop or Ordinary. And it is further ordained, That during the vacancy of such place by reason of such Suit, the said Commissioners, or any five or more of them have hereby authority to sequester the fruits and profits thereof for supplying of the place with an able Preacher, by the said Commissioners, or any five or more of them, to be nominated and approved of as aforesaid. And forasmuch as many persons since April 1. last past, have been placed in such Benefices, and public Lectures, It is hereby ordained, That in case such person shall not before the 24 of June next, obtain approbation and admittance in the manner before expressed, then such person or persons as have right thereunto, shall or may present or nominate some other fit and able person to such place. And in default of such Presentation within two months after the said 24 of June, or within six months after the place became void, the Presentation for that turn shall likewise devolve by lapse unto the Lord Protector and his Successors. And for the better satisfaction of the said Commissioners touching the godly and unblameable conversation of such persons as are to be admitted into any place as aforesaid, It is further declared and ordained, that before any admittance of any person as aforesaid, there shall be brought to the said Commissioners, or any five of them, a Testimonial or Certificate in writing, subscribed with the hands of three persons of known godliness and integrity, whereof one at least to be a Preacher of the Gospel in some constant settled place, testifying upon their personal knowledge, the holy and good conversation of the person so to be admitted; which said certificate shall be duly Registered and filed. And it is also Declared, That the penalty for or in respect of the not subscribing or reading the Articles mentioned in the Act of the 13th year of Queen Elizabeth, intituled, Reformation of Disorders in the Ministers of the Church: or for not producing such Testimonial as in the said Act is required, shall from henceforth cease, and be void. An Ordinance was published for continuing the Act for laying an imposition upon Coals, towards the building and maintaining ships for the guarding the Seas, to be in force until the 26 of March, 1655. An Ordinance for passing Custodies for Idiots and Lunatics, &c. Also an Ordinance for continuing the Act of impressing of Seamen to be of force until Novemb. 1. 1654. From Milford Haven, March 18. There is arrived this week from Ireland three Vessels laden with Irish Commodities, and brought over some few passengers; they say little for news from thence, only that the Country in many parts want people to till the ground, that the Tories, and others of that bloody crew are very near all suppressed, there being only very small parties remaining on foot, but dare not to stand to any engagement with such parties of ours as are sent to destroy them, and so clear the country of them, upon the least report that they hear of our men approaching they presently run into the Woods and Bogs where there is little or no access to them. We have been little troubled of late with any Picaroons, one only was seen the beginning of this week to the westward of the Isle of Lundy; but upon the report made him by a fisherboat, that one of our Frigates appointed to keep these Seas was in pursuit, he immediately went away and left this channel, sailing towards the Land's end; he hath about 6 guns and 60 men, being a Dutch Vessel, but a singular good sailor. From Scarborough March 20, Since that the Fleet of Colliers bound for the Southward hath passed by, there hath not sailed this way many ships, save only a few bound for Newcastle, Berwick, and the Frith in Scotland; two days since two Dutch Freebooters were seen about Fylie Bay, and seeing nothing to prey upon, they went about Flamborough into the Bay, and seeing nothing ready to be snapped up, they sailed into the sea, and were seen this evening hovering about the mouth of Humber. Leith, March 18. There is no account yet come of the Highlanders great Rendezvous, which was to be about Wednesday last in Badgenoth, in order to which all their forces are drawn Northwards, where they will arm those that want, and endeavour to raise Sutherland, Caithness and Ross, and so drain the Country of all the sensible men they can get together, though I suppose when that is done they will not be able to keep them, without coming into the Lowlands, which if they once become more numerous they will attempt. By another Letter further thus: Seaforth hath raised his number to 700. and the last general Rendezvous of them all they spake themselves to be 7000 armed, but have no monies, only are fed with great hopes of sums to come out of Germany, and that the titular Duke of York is to bring from thence an additional supply of men under his conduct, and on this depends the great expectation of Charles Stuart's arrival among them. In the interim they march towards our borders, forcing their Levies throughout their march. Saturday morning about three of the clock the Mail with the Dutch letters going from Southwark towards Dover, was seized and broke open by Thieves within a mile of S. George's Church, which they did as supposed upon hopes to find money, but finding none, broke open all the Letters that were in packets, and throwed them on the ground, and turned the man back again. From Dover thus. We hear of several Prizes lately taken by our fleet, and by private men of War. The archest Pirate that belonged to the Brest men of War, was lately taken in the west, and brought into Plymouth. It is a large vessel, and hath very good good guns; she stood not long before she had five foot water in the Hold. As I was writing, a private man of War brought in a Dutch prize, wherein is a good quantity of Wine and other commodities of value. We have many Merchants ships newly gone forth to sea, some for the Canaries, others for Hamburg, and some for other parts. Monsieur de Neufuille the French Ambassador attended with several Coaches, was this day brought in his Excellency's own Coach through the City to Sir Abraham Williams' house at Westminster; Tomorrow he is to have audience of his Highness. Letters from France represent, that the titular King of Scots is very sorry for the taking of Capt Beach, which hath also possessed the rest of that crew with such fear, that they dare not venture again into the narrow, but are all going to Toulon to serve the King of France. An Order was issuing for banishing Prince Rupert out of France upon the Killing and wounding some of the Marquis of Plessis' men, but is since demurred upon. The Highlanders' army is marched more Northward than before, they say their King will marry Lorrain's daughter, and that Queen of Sweden will marry the Emperor's son. The French Ambassador (of whom we made mention before) had Audience this day by his Highness the Lord Protector in the Banqueting -house at Whitehall, where stood a Chair of State, and His Highness by it. The Ambassador is a man of eminency in France, having the advantage of a very large Revenue, as an Ornament for his natural endowments, and shows himself to a true Monsieur, that he made three low Congies to his Highness the Lord Protector at his coming up to make his Speech or Oration to him, which was partly congratulatory, wherein he wanted not words to demonstrate the joys of his Master, and how happy he apprehends the people to be, that are under so good, so able a Governor; with whom that Most Christian King desireth to enter into League and Confederacy. He therefore in the first place doth desire a Treaty for a free Trade and Commerce, and that acts of hostility may cease, with some other things, which will be yielded to, if it may be done with Honour and Safety to the Nation. We should here give you the copies of several Letters from Scotland; but wanting room, we must leave out the circumstances (which will stuff up two sheets, and only fall upon the chief substance of them all, viz. The Earl of Glencarn, the Lord of Kenmore, Major General Middleton, the Lord Seafort, the Earl of Athol, and the rest, have raised whole Shires, or forced them to leave their habitations; yet we hear they want Arms for the one half of their men, and Saddles for very many of their horses, and their horses also want growth. They fancy to themselves great matters, viz. That a great supply both of men and money is coming from the Emperor of Germany, That their titular King will be suddenly in Scotland to head their Army, and that the titular Duke of York will be there also. They press on Westward, although for the present they are able to do little except to rob and plunder. That which makes us most of all admire, is, why Middleton, Monro, and others, which have the repute of knowing men, and good Soldiers, should hazard themselves upon this account, except there be more in than we yet see, or can find out at present. London, Printed by E. Alsop 1654.

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The Commissioners for the sale of the Forest Lands sit at Worcester house in the Strand, and very large sums of Money are already advanced upon that account, the lowest rate of sale being no less than 14 years Purchase. We thought that we might have assured you this Week that Peace was concluded betwixt England and Holland, but the Adversary will not have it so yet, for when we thought all would have centred in Peace and Love, the Dutch Commissioners packed away; therefore it may justly be feared that these two States may once more appear upon the Ocean like two Pitchers, ready to clash one against another. In the mean time we are advertised by Letters out of Scotland That the Forces under Glencarn and Kenmore (: being about 5000. Horse and Foot)are marched by the Bray towards the North, and Eight of Colonel Tomlinson's Troopers met with some, which were well Armed and Mounted, marching towards the Hills, and hastily saluting each other, two of ours were slain, and one of them, and presently came in a greater number of the Enemy, and fell on so furiously, that but two of ours escaped, and that very narrowly. The Highlanders swear by their great Mac-Galla that they will fight stoutly if they come to battle with the English. They lie by Heaps and Tribes upon the Mountains, and when they have eaten one Place clean, they remove their Quarters to another like other Cattle which change their Pasture after they have eaten it bare. They talk of great expectations of aid of Men as well as Arms and Ammunition from foreign Parts, but surely they will find the French wiser than to put themselves upon such wild, savage, cold and comfortless account, where their bellies cannot be filled, their backs clothed, or have aught for their pains, but knocks. In this place you shall have truly (though briefly set down the present Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, as it was publicly declared at Westminster, the 16. of December, 1653. 1. That the Supreme Legislative Authority shall be and reside in one Person, and the People assembled at Westminster, style of which Person shall be Lord PROTECTOR. 2. That the exercise of the Chief Magistracy shall be in the LORD PROTECTOR, assisted with a Council. 3. That all Writs, Processes &c. shall run in the Name of the LORD PROTECTOR. 4. That the LORD PROTECTOR in Parliament time shall dispose and order the Militia both by Sea and Land, and with the advice of his Council in the Intervals of Parliament. 5. That the LORD PROTECTOR shall by the advice of his said Council, direct in all things concerning correspondence with Foreign Kings, &c. 6. That the Laws shall not be altered, suspended repealed, nor any tax &c. laid upon the People, but by consent of Parliament, except as in the 30 Article. 7. That there shall be a Parliament summoned to meet at Westminster the third of September next, and from thenceforth once in three years. 8. That no Parliament shall be dissolved adjourned, &c. during the time of Months without their consent. 9. That the Persons to be chosen for England shall not exceed 400. for Scotland 30. and for Ireland Thirty. 10. That the Summons to the Parliament shall be by Writ under the great Seal of England directed to the Sheriff of the several Counties. 11. That at the Day and place of Election, the Sheriff of each County, and the Marors, &c. shall view the said Election, and make return into the Chancery within 20. days. 12. That the Sheriff that shall neglect his duty, or make false return shall forfeit 300. marks. 13. That all Persons who have aided, &c. against the Parliament shall be disabled and uncapable of being Elected, or to give any Vote. 14. That such as have advised or abetted the Rebellion in Ireland, shall not be Elected, or be capable of Vote. 15. That if any uncapable shall give his Vote, &c. he shall forfeit one year's value of his recall estate. 16. That the Persons elected shall be such as fear God, and of a good conversation, of 21 years at the least. 17. That all Persons (not excepted as before) seized to his own use of an Estate real or personal, to the value of 200.l. is capable to Elect Members of Parliament. 18. That the Chancellor, Commissioner or Keeper of the Great Seal shall be sworn truly and faithfully to send forth Writs to Parliament at the times in manner expressed. 19. That if Writs be not issued forth by the Chancellor, Keeper, &c. for calling a Parliament as aforesaid, then the Sheriffs, &c. of the several Counties and Corporations shall within 30 Days cause members to be chosen for their said respective Counties, &c. 20. That the Clerk of the Commonwealth in Chancery, shall the next day after return made certify the Names of the Persons chosen unto the Council. 21. That the Persons so chosen, and assembled, or any sixty of them shall be deemed a Parliament of England, Scotland and Ireland. 22. That the Lord PROTECTOR with the advice of his Council shall at any time when necessity requires summon Parliaments, and in Case of future War with any foreign State, a Parliament shall be forthwith summoned. 23. That all Bills agreed upon in Parliament, shall be presented to the Lord Protector, for his consent, and if he consent not, then is he to give satisfaction to the Parliament, or else they are to become Laws notwithstanding. 24. That in case any of the Lord Protector's Council shall die, or be removed, the Parliament shall nominate six persons of ability for every one dead or removed, out of which the Council shall name two, and present them to the Lord Protector, of which he shall nominate one. 25. That before the next Parliament the Lord Protector and his Council may add more persons to the Council, provided they exceed not in all the number of 21. 26. That a constant yearly Revenue be raised for maintaining 10000 Horse and Dragoons, and 20000. Foot. 27. That the said Revenue shall be paid into the Treasury, and thence issued out for the use aforesaid. 28. That in case so great a number be not for Defence, the Money which will be saved shall remain in bank for the Public Service. 29. That the Lord Protector shall have power until the meeting of the next Parliament, to raise Money for the purposes aforesaid, and to make Laws and Ordinances for the Peace and welfare of these Nations. 30. That the Lands, Tenements, Rents, Royalties, &c. which remain yet unsold, or undisposed of by Act or Ordinance belonging to the Commonwealth (except the Forests and Chases, the Lands of Rebels in Ireland lying in four Counties, the Lands forfeited by the people in Scotland, who have not yet compounded) shall be invested in the Lord Protector, to hold to him and his Successors Lord Protectors. 31. That the Office of the Lord Protector shall be Elective, and not Hereditary. 32. That Oliver Cromwell shall be Lord Protector for his life. 33. That the Christian Religion, held forth as the public Profession of these Nations, be observed, and as soon as may be, a provision less subject to scruple, and more certain than the present be made, and till then the present maintenance is not to be taken away. 34. That every Lord Protector shall take and subscribe a solemn Oath. Whereas the major part of the last Parliament (judging that their sitting any longer, as then constituted; would not be for the good of this Commonwealth) did dissolve the same, and by a Writing under their hands, dated the 12. of this instant December, resigned unto me their powers and Authorities; And whereas it was necessary thereupon, That some speedy course should be taken for the settlement of these Nations upon such a Basis and Foundation, as, by the blessing of God, might be lasting, secure Property, and answer those great ends of Religion and Liberty, so long contended for; And upon full and mature Consideration had of the Form of Government hereinto , being satisfied that the same, through Divine assistance, may answer the ends afore mentioned: And having also been desired and advised, as well by several persons of Interest and Fidelity in this Commonwealth, as the Officers of the Army, to take upon me the Protection and Government of these Nations in the manner expressed in the said Form of Government, I have accepted thereof, and do hereby declare my acceptance accordingly. And do promise in the presence of God, That I will not violate, or infringe the matters and things contained therein, but, to my power, observe the same, and cause them to be observed; And shall in all other things, to the best of my understanding, Govern these Nations according to the Laws, Statutes, and Customs, seeking their Peace, and causing Justice and Law to be equally administered. O. CROMWELL. On Monday last we had here the fearfullest Thunder, Lightning, and Rain, as hath been heard of, and some Cattle destroyed thereby: The Lord speak peace to his people, many constructions poor people make. The Trustees for the sale of Forest Lands have appointed upon Tuesday next, the tenth of this instant January in the forenoon to fit for allowance of Public Faith Bills to be doubled upon security of the said Lands, and thenceforth weekly every Tuesday in the forenoon, till the sum to be doubled be full. William Tayleure, Secretary to the said Trustees. The last Letters from Holland speak that people generally for peace, & the Dane begins to doubt they will lurch him. He knows them, & hath had a feeling of their practises upon him heretofore. SIR, I Thank you for the book you sent me, entitled, The Government of the Commonwealth of England, and in perusing it over, I find those things contained in it for matter and substance, which were enjoyed when England was its chiefest prosperity, for here we find Magistracy, Laws, and Civil Discipline, which are absolutely necessary in every good and perfect Commonwealth, for where no Laws nor Magistrates are, there no God, no men, nor no Society can be continued, but where a well ordered Government is established without cruelty and insufferable oppression, there is as it were a Conspiracy of all degrees of men to maintain Liberty, Law, Justice, Fidelity, Religion and quietness in the Commonwealth; and indeed the greatest hopes of continuing peace and quietness in a Nation is, when all men consent in all times, and all things, to the preservation thereof, and do in Council consult with unity and concord, for discord is the poison of all Commonwealths, and there was never any Emperor, Tyrant, or Governor, that prevailed against consent. Agesilnus King of Lacedemonia, being asked why Sparta was not environed with Walls, answered, That the Citizens lived united and Armed, saying, These are all the Walls of Sparta. And these are the only Walls for England, and if we can be environed with those Walls, we need not fear all our Enemies; If we have the happiness to come near to the Government that was in Queen Elizabeth's days, why should not we be of one mind as the people then were, If we know more now, then ought we to know this saying better, That by Unity small things increase, but by Dissention the greatest are consumed. From abroad the Marmaduke Frigate it is certified, That we have a very gallant Fleet of near 80. Sail already fitted, and upon the Downs, or gone forth in service. Two Dutch Prizes were brought in last Friday, and one small French Vessel. We have a squadron gone Westward, and some towards Harwich, besides Scouts which ply up and down; Sixteen Sail more are in the Hope, which we expect shortly. Some Seamen and others have lately been punished for criminal offences. Letters from Holland say, That they are building 30. more new Frigates which will be ready to launch about the beginning of February, when (they say) their whole Fleet shall come forth; they do what they can to maintain trade abroad, and say, If the Treaty with England break off, it will prove a very hot Summer. Middleton hath sent some Schellums to Scotland, gathered up of several Nations. The Agents for Charles Stuart speak against his going thither, till he so if they will stand a Field Fight: Many are here for Peace, and many against it; They also speak of great divisions in England. There is a speech of a new Declaration coming forth of the States of the United Provinces, of which more hereafter. From Plymouth it is advertised, That Captain Crispin with the Assistance Frigate, is come in hither, he was in a storm near Scilly, but afterward sailed Eastward of Tor Bay, he hath been with Capt. Hatsel, and went from thence the 10. instant, and hath been a great check to the Brest Men of War, after which he with the Nonesuch Frigate that went out with him, on the 16. instant Anchored in Conquet Road, where the Boats were sent to fetch off two Vessels, one laden with Wine from Nantes, the other light, and there were then in the same place near 30. sail more, two of which were supposed to be Men of War, who with the rest hauled close under the houses, which were lined with what Musketeers that Country could afford, with which (it being half ebb) beat off our Boats, but by God's providence without loss to us; the Nonesuch Boat going in with a small Gun, ours also returned with them, and attempted to set the said Vessels on fire, but could not make way for our Boats, so that Capt. Crispin was constrained to fire out of his Frigate into the Town, and upon the Vessels, against whom he made about 230. great shot, which in sight of our men did the enemy very much spoil; The Enemy made use of only one Gun, which they did keep playing all the time at our Frigate, until we did beat them from it. The 21. of Decemb. the Bailiffs of the Town of Yarmouth received the Proclamation to proclaim the Lord PROTECTOR, with an order for publishing it in that Town, and the 22. day accordingly it was proclaimed in a solemn manner in four places of this Town. The Bailiffs and Aldermen in Scarlet, and 48. in their Gowns. The Governor, and some of the Officers also accompanied them; and as soon as the Proclamation was published, the great Guns in the Town and Forts were fired. The generality of people there, are very well satisfied. Post after Post, and Packet upon Packet, come daily from Scotland, and every one speaks higher than the other of the Enemies' increase in men horse and Arms, the last week a party of theirs killed four of our Dragoons within ten miles ofEdinburgh, they are most busy in the night time, and they have made a Garrison at Roseden near unto Dunbarton. Three days since a party of ours met with eighty of the Enemy and had a hot fight with them for the space of half an hour in which time 6 of the Scots were killed and the rest put to flight: It is reported that their King (as they call him) hath sent them seven thousand Arms and Ammunition of all sorts out of France. They go on with their Levies apace, and many great ones run to them. Glencarn, Glengarry; and Kenmore are yet in the North Glancarry raiseth forces about Inverness. Ramsey raiseth in the Hills of Angus. The Earl of Athol about Dunkel. Adavanple and Mac Nab in Perthshire, in which place they raise one whole Regiment of Horse and two of foot. They have laid up great store of Provisions in their Garrison at Weems, Lieut. Colonel Wilks is come safe to Lieth from London, and Gen. Monck is expected there. The Dutch Deputies which treated here concerning Peace, are shipped away, God send us fair weather after them. Gen. Blake is with our Fleet at Sea. The Letters this week from France say that it is agreed at the Prince of Conde shall be tried upon a charge of high Treason. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock is gallantly received in Sweden, he was brought into the City attended with 100. Coaches, by the next you will hear what Audience he hath. Thus have you Passages concerning, The sending of seven thousand Arms and Ammunition to the Highlanders. A great fight betwixt them and the English, with the new Oath and Engagement they have taken, The numbers of their new raised forces, The Garrisons they have made, and the murders they have committed near Edinburgh. Two ships taken by the Dutch, their building 30 new Frigates, and the new Orders of the States to their Admirals. The proceedings of the Lord PROTECTOR and his Council, An Order for satisfying the Public Faith, and other things of great moment.

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The Message sent from the Citizens of London, to His Highness the Lord Protector, and his coming into the city on Wednesday next; with the great Presents and royal preparations, for his high and honourable entertainment; and his gracious Resolution, and Act of Grace touching all poor prisoners in Ludgate, Newgate, the Fleet, and elsewhere. The further proceeding of Mr. Vavasour Powel in Wales, and Epitaph upon the discontented Itinerants of the Times. The mad Proclamation of Prince Rupert touching the Welsh Mountains, and the last News from the King of Scots. With a new Proclamation from the States of Holland, and sad and woeful News from the North of Scotland, From Monday Jan. 39. to Monday, Feb. 6. 1654. Hey toss! what an Age do we live in? What our most endeared friends, turn the greatest and implacable enemies? Why! what's the matter Mr. Powel, that after so much favour and clemency vouchsafed from his Highness, you should still persist in your incorrigible ways; to seduce the people: But seeing 'tis so, I shall present you with an Epitaph upon your Welch Itinerants, and so proceed to other Intelligence. The King of Scots has had some consultation with Pr. Rupert, touching the transactions in England: But his Highness hath a design for Scotland, as the traditions of Fame reports, and implores a Commission to carry over all the Welch Mountains, to make Batteries against Edinburgh, and the more to facilitate the business, he vows to give over his plundering of Wagons in the time of battle, and that he'll play the man when he's at it, and the Thief when he's at leisure: for which Expedition, his Proclamation, in the Antipodes, runs thus: All brave and generous spirits, that are desirous to purchase wealth and honour, by adventuring their necks for the infringement of their lawful Rights and Liberties, and thereby to make themselves and their posterity slaves: Let them repair to the magnanimous Prince Rupert, late General of the Swallow, and Duke of Plunder-picaroons, where they shall receive such entertainment as followeth, viz Every man to accommodate himself with a horse, which he is to steal where he can find him either in pasture or stable, with bridle and saddle, and all other furniture fit for his Highness's service, and his own riding; which horse and furniture is to be paid for at his highness's price, as Welch John paid his Hostess when the Rider shall be knighted by his General for his good service. Secondly that every soldier upon his march, or otherwise, shall have free quarters in all places where they come, the best lodging and diet the Country can afford, without a penny pay; only his Highness doth pass his Princely Word, to see all paid upon the first restoring of every man to his own, or when the Devil's Agents upon Earth blind. Thirdly, that every soldier that wants wearing Clothes, Woollen or Linen, may lawfully at all times, and in all places, take what they can find, Money or Clothes, Jewels or Plate, as well from those that cannot spare it, as them that can, Catholics only excepted: Nevertheless, his Highness out of his small Zeal to justice, doth oblige himself by his inviolable promise, which he as much values as all the Sack and strong Beer he left behind him in the Royal Fort at Bristol, or all the Land he hath in Asia and America, to see restitution made, when the Protestant Religion he fights for shall again flourish in England, as it did in the days of Queen Elizabeth's sister. And so peace be with The Queen. But from our Proclamations in France, we shall proceed to our Occurrences in Sweden: from whence We find that the Negotiations of the English, make a very handsome appearance; and that the Queen seems very inclinable to answer our present Overtures: For on the 22 of Decemb. last, the Lord Ambassador Whitlock had notice from the L. Lagerfield, that the Queen would give him audience on the 23 in the afternoon. And at the appointed day, about an hour after dinner, came two Senators to my Lord's lodging, with six of the Queen's Coaches, to conduct him to his audience: His Excellency met them at the door, and according to the course, gave them precedence to his bed-chamber, where they told his Excellency that they were commanded by the Queen to conduct his Excellency to his Audience, and they did believe the Queen was ready to receive his Excellency. By this time it was dark, but the queen's Lackeys had Torches lighted. All his Excellency's company went with him, whose clothes were rich and comely, and their persons answerable: His Excellency himself was in a plain black Cloth Suit, lined with the same. The Gentlemen of the first degree were all very rich in their clothes of English cloth, handsomely trimmed: Those of his Excellency's Bed Chamber were likewise richly clothed. The Gent Attendants also handsomely and well habited, and his Pages and Lackeys came after in their Liveries. In this equipage his Excellency went to the Court; at the first Gate we passed through a lane of Musketeers of the queen's guard. After we were alighted out of our Coaches, the Ryx marshal of Sweden, with the Marshal's staff in his hand, met us at the foot of the stairs; they call him Count Oxenstern, son to the Ryx-admiral, & Kinsman to the Ryx-chancellor of Sweden: The Gentlemen Attendants were first, then those of his Excel chamber: Next, the Gent of the first degree in their order, his Excel. two sons next; after them the Master of the Ceremonies; next him the two Senators, then the Ryx-marshal and his Excellency; after them his Excellency's Pages and Lackeys on each side of his Excellency with Torches. We went up many stairs to a large Hall, many people in the way. From thence they led up to the great chamber, where Prince Adolph the grand Master met his Excel. which he never did to any Ambassador before. He gave his Excel. the right hand, and some complements passed between them; his Excel thanking him for his Letters, and for his accommodations in his journey, especially in the places of his Government. He told his Excel. the queen had commanded her Officers to take care for his accommodation. In the next chamber beyond this was a guard of the queen's Partisans, with coats richly embroidered with gold. In the next room was the queen herself, three or four Ladies, and abundance of Lords and Gentlemen of her Court. All his Excellency's Gentlemen were admitted into that room, and made a Lane for his Excellency to pass: As soon as his Excellency came into the room, and put of his hat, the queen came two or three steps before her chair. But it was not easy to know her to be the queen, her habit being of plain grey stuff, and made after this manner, a coat down to the ground, and over that a close jacket that cam also to her knees, buttoned down with great buttons, with a black Scarf about her neck tied with a black Ribbon. After his Excellency had passed his Ceremony, he put on his hat, and called to his Secretary for his credential Letters, which he presented to her Majesty and afterwards spake to her, and M. de la March interpreted into French every sentence his Excellency spake, which his Excellency was advised to do as the constant practice of that Court. Her Maj. was very attentive, and said, she never received so much satisfaction in any Ambassador as in this from England. After his Excellency had ended his speech, she answered him in the Swedish Language, which my Lord Lagerfield interpreted in Latin, to this effect, That her Majesty desired to renew the former alliance, and conclude a firmer Union between England and Sweden. The Highlanders are as potent as insolent, and often make incursions upon the Lowlanders; but not without some loss, though to the prejudice of the English; for, to speak truth, they have not only taken many Officers and soldiers, but have also besieged one of our Garrisons; and Glencarn their General has sheathed his sword in the bowels of an honourable person. But being done in the field in open hostility, and against a grand enemy, the merit of his manhood prevailed against the horror of his parricide, and the crime of his fact was hidden within his valour's glory. The Lord Beverlin is returned from Holland, and has made his address to his Highness the Lord Protector, signifying, That the States of that Province, and West friezland had a meeting, to consult upon the negotiations and transactions of the late Treaty, and at length came to this result, That they signed the Articles which were sent from England, and his high and mighty Masters desired there might be a cessation of arms on both sides until the rest of the Provinces have brought in their ratification. But stay, 'tis well known they can swallow Leagues and Treaties as an Ox doth water. But to bring this great Work to a period and conclusion, the States General have sent forth their Proclamations, for calling together the Deputies if the several Provinces, in order to the full concluding of a peace with England. The English fleet remain still about Stoke Bay in their old station; and divers of our Canary ships are come into Falmouth after long expectation; The Wetang and the Newcastle Frigate hath brought in 2 prizes to Newcastle, some Ordnance, and 100 prisoners: But the Brest men of war do much annoy us, and have taken some ships and Mariners. The Fairfax and the Swiftsure, with many others are going to clear the Coast of Scilly; 'tis time, for many are come off by weeping cross. The Generals at Sea have sent up their Addresses to his Highness the Lord Protector, to live and die with him; that's no News: But the revolting of some of Maj. Gen. Harrison's Regiment from the present Government, O that is News indeed. The sending of a Message to the Lord Protector by the Citizens of London, that's no news; but the coming of his Highness into the City on Wednesday next, with the glorious Diadem, and bright Stars of the Nation, O that's rare news indeed. The adorning of the streets with fine Hangings, as in the Reign of former Kings, that's no News: But to see the bright Star of Sion cast its lustre upon the English Orb, O that's brave news indeed. To see men perish alive in Gaols, that's no news: But to see the poor Captives all set free, O that's pure News indeed. Which restoration is now at hand: for our Occurrences from Westminster purports, that his Highness is graciously pleased (out of his abundant clemency toward the lamentable and woeful Cries of the deplorable condition of poor languishing prisoners) to pass his Act of Grace, for the restoring of all men to liberty that are not able to satisfy their Creditors. A most singular and pious Act of Favour and Christianity: For which; let the Name of renowned OLIVER, be eternized throughout all Ages for the true Assertor of England's Liberty; And indeed, justly may He be termed the Olive leaf, that has restored the Churches of Sion to peace and tranquillity. It is thought meet that these Occurrences be forthwith printed and published and dispersed in all Cities, Towns, and Corporations, throughout England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales.

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The landing of an Ambassador for Lord Williamson from Denmark with full power to ratify and conclude a peace betwixt both nations. The whole manner of the Treaty, and the Ambassador's Speech to his highness the Lord protector in the Banqueting house at Whitehall. The embarking of the Lord Cromwell, and his great deliverance out of the mighty storm that arose as he were going for Ireland. The great spoil of the Tories, and their strength. With several other intelligence from foreign parts. Peace is a thing much desired of almost all people, Lord grant a good issue of the Treaty: the Dutch Ambassadors being shortly to have their audience, and other Ambassadors also coming from several Princes: The great room at the Banqueting house at Whitehall is ordered to be made ready, and is to be hung with Hangings. And what shall one answer the Ambassadors and Messengers of the Nation? Surely the Lord Protector hath a sweet God. That the Lord hath founded Zion, and This day, the three Lord Ambassadors from the States General of the united Provinces, viz. the Lord Beverling, the Lord Newport, and the Lord Youngstal, passed through the Cities of London and Westminster, to Sir Abraham Williams his house in the Palace yard at Westminster in his Highness' Coach, with Sir Oliver Flemming, Master of the Ceremonies, and Mr. Claypool, Gentleman of the Horse, and divers other Gentlemen, and his Highness' footmen attending on both sides of the Coach, and also the Coaches and Gentlemen of the Lord Ambassador of the King of Portugal, and the Resident of the King of France, and above fifty coaches more of divers of the English Nobility and Gentry, whereof above twenty of the said coaches were with six horses, and near twenty of them with four horses apiece, and the rest two good horses and furniture; and as soon as they alighted, in the palace yard, they were saluted with a noise of Trumpets. The Letters from Holland say, that their judgement there is, that the Treaty of peace between the two Nations is so far advanced, that there is very few do make any doubt of it, since all the Provinces sent their consent thereunto, to the Lords the States General, amongst whom those of groningen were the last; and so the Ratification by the States was then sent to the Lord Beverling to England, and upon his answer to the States, Ambassadors were chosen to go to England to ratify the peace, and accordingly the Lords Newport and Youngstall were Commissionated, there were two others chosen, but they excused; and after them one Young, who because of much business and other reasons, had leave to stay, at least for a time, and power was given to the Lords Beverling, Newport, and Youngstall, to conclude and ratify the peace with England. His Highness appointed that the Lords Ambassadors from the States General of the united Provinces should have public audience on the morrow; and Sir Oliver Flemming Mr. of the Ceremonies, had orders to attend their Lordships to the Banqueting house at Whitehall accordingly. This day the Lords Ambassadors from the States of the seven United Provinces of Holland, Zealand, &c. had audience by his Highness the Lord Protector in the Banqueting house at Whitehall, which was hung with extraordinary rich hangings, and divers Lords, Knights, and Gentlemen, Officers of the Army, and thousands of people in the said room present, and all the Galleries round the room full of people, besides many in the courts and other places about, that could not get up. They were fetched from their lodging in the palace yard at Sir Abraham Williams', by Sir Oliver Flemming, Master of the Ceremonies, and with him two of the Lords of the Council, Strickland and Jones, who were all three with the Ambassadors brought in the Lord Protector's Coach, and his Highness's footmen, besides the Ambassadors' footmen, to run by the Coach and after the said Coach followed a great many Coaches, belonging to several Lords, and others, most with six horses, in which rid several persons of honour, and the Gentlemen belonging to the Ambassadors. First, his highness the Lord protector came into the Banqueting house, with the Lords of the Council, and M. Thurlos Secretary of State, and Mr. Claypole Gentleman of the Horse; at whose coming in, all the people put off their hats and stood bare, and his highness put off his hat to the people; and went up to the Chair, but did not sit down in it at all, all the while, neither before, at, nor after the audience; his highness stood on the left side of the Chair, with his hat on and the Lords of the Council, and M. Secretary and M. Claypole were within the Rails, some on the one side, and some on the other, all of them bare all the while. In this Equipage his highness waited a short time for the reception of the Ambassadors, and a lane was made for the Ambassadors to come up to his highness from the one end of the room to the other. So soon as the Ambassadors were come into the room, they put off their hats to salute His Highness, and again two or three times as they came nearer to his Highness; and when they came up to the place where the Chairs, Stools and Carpets were, where his Highness the Lord Protector was, with the Lords of the Council, and after a low salute of his Highness, and the Lords Ambassadors each to other, the Lord Protector put on his hat, and the Ambassadors put on theirs also; and the Lords of the Council, and all others being bare, his Highness and the Ambassadors all stood up. Then the Lord Youngstall made a Speech to his Highness, and his Highness made presently another Speech to the Ambassadors, often in both their Speeches putting off their hats to salute each other. May it please your Highness. The business of our coming here, is, To renew the old Friendship, which hath been for many years, and to make and settle a more firm peace and alliance than ever heretofore; and that to this purpose Our Superiors, the Lords the States of the united Provinces of the Netherlands do all of them agree and consent. Afterwards his Highness and the Ambassadors saluted each other, and the Ambassadors turned three times to salute his Highness, and his Highness also staying for that purpose saluted them, and they being gone down, his Highness, with the Lords of the Council, returned also by the privy door, through which he had come thither. The Lords Ambassadors of the United Provinces of Holland say, that if the Articles can be engrossed in a day, they are ready to sign the Ratification of the peace; And likewise Commissioners are appointed by his Highness the Lord Protector for a speedy dispatch with them. From Leith thus. The Lord Athol, the Lord Bruce. and others have joined what forces they can get together, and are marching Northwards, to join with Glencarn, Kenmore, Glencary, and the rest, upon whose conjunction they threaten to be revenged of Colonel Morgan for the last rent, and perhaps he may make them amends with such another. Athol's foot are much discontented, and leave him daily, complaining much of the cowardice of their horse, so that now they have few foot but only Runagadoes from the Lowlands. They have taken off the Root from the Garrison of Weems, and intend now to keep no Garrisons, but run the same courses that Montross did, and keep their Ammunition in woods, or little villages in the hills. We hear there is an Ambassador landed from Denmark to make application to his Highness upon the success of the Dutch Treaty, his name is Williamson. Of which I shall give you a further account in my next. On Thursday March 2. a public Minister out of Flanders from the Arch-Duke Leopoldus had audience given by his Highness the Lord Protector. The Lord Mayor of the City of London, with some of the Aldermen and Recorder, on behalf of the City and the Magistrates of the City of Westminster, this day according to order, attended his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council at Whitehall, upon the business of a Corporation to be granted to the City of Westminster. From Chester we are informed, that on Wednesday the Lord Henry Cromwell took ship for Ireland, at the point of Air; we hear that he is not got over as yet, because there fell out very violent storms and a great deal of tempestuous weather presently after his embarking, insomuch that the Main Topmast of the ship was taken down. From Upsal in Sweden, thus. Our affairs here have had a little pause, and are at a stand; The Lord Chancellor hath been very much indisposed in his health, but now he is abroad again. The Treaty goes on, and this afternoon my Lord Ambassador and he have had a meeting concerning it, we cannot but believe but we shall have a very good issue; yet they are a little stumbled here at our detention of their ships, and at the dilatoriness of the proceedings of the Court of Admiralty concerning them. There are many reports here of an Ambassador Extraordinary coming from France, and another from Russia, this Virgin Lady is much courted in this juncture of Time. From Paris thus: The 27. last passed the King and the Cardinal went a hunting to Versailles. The Duchess if Mercoeur with the other Kindred of the Cardinal Mazarine, arrived in this City, and were extraordinary well received of their Majesties at the Louvre. There is a strong report, that the Cardinal Mazarin is arrived in this City, and that he will have hid father come from Rome and live at Court, to that end he hath procured him from the King the Title of Duke and Peer of France, and that he doth purpose to buy him, as soon as may be, some Lands for him and his heirs, and Monsieur de Lyonne is to carry the letters to Rome upon that business. On the second instant the King went to St: Germain to hunt a wild Boar, which had been brought into the Park by order of the Governor; after which he exercised himself in shooting of Birds flying, where he showed great dexterity and experience; and having spent most part of the day upon such exercise as is fit for his quality and young years, he returned hither in the evening on horseback. Our late Ambassador at Rome is returned, and come to this city, to give his Majesty an account of his Embassy, there is another to go thither very shortly, who will be ready to go about the middle of April, but some say not so soon. From Brussels thus: The Earl de Fuensaldagne being gone from thence, came the next day to Delft, and the two days following, the Officers of the Duke of Lorrain's Army came to meet him, what by his care and wisdom, joined with the Authority of the Arch-Duke Leopoldus, and the good disposition in the Officers and Soldiers, he hath wrought so much upon them, as to persuade them to obey the Earl of Ligneville, as they did formerly, whilst the arrival of the Duke Francis Brother to him that is now imprisoned, and having settled all things as well for that particular, as for those public affairs which concern his Majesty's service, and came back upon Wednesday last to this City. There is fallen down the last week another part of that ancient and Metropolitan Church of S. Paul's near the South door, where it fell before; it has been under consideration by the Council for the taking of it down but nothing yet is done in it. As concerning the Treaty with the Dutch Ambassadors, all is concluded on, save only the engrossing of the Articles: But the English Commissioners, of the Council to the Lord Protector, viz. The Lord Lisle, Major Gen: Lambert, Mr. Strickland, Sir Gilbert Pickering, Col. Montague, Mr. Lawrence, are appointed to finish the Agreement with the Dutch Ambassadors, and have had diverse meetings about it, and the conclusion tends to speedy Union. We are advertised from Scotland, that there are diverse commanders and eminent Officers landed at the Ferry of Uney in Southerland. A List of their names I shall here insert: Lieu. Gen. Middleton, The lord Douglas, the lord Murrey, Sir George Monroe, Sir Alexander Ennis, Major Gen. Dyel, Col. Dyel, col. Lodowick Drumland, col. Stuart, col. Gibson, 25 captains, 30 lieutenants, and about 100 other Officers and Gentlemen of quality; with store of Arms and Ammunition. From Milford Haven we received intelligence, that there are some lately come from Ireland, who tells us no more as for new, but that according to the late Treaty made with Mac O Mortague, there are great numbers of Irish ready to take shipping for Flanders to serve the King of Spain; but yet there are still small parties of Tories, who lie lurking in the Bogs and Woods, and do great spoil, and much disquiet the country, which is still in great want of people to inhabit those parts.

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The several offences which are made high Treason by his Highness the L. Protector and his Council. An order for repealing of several Acts of Parliament for the ease of the people of fines and penalties. With the proceedings of his Highness concerning taking off Taxes and other grievances. A Messenger from the States of Holland concerning the Treaty. The great increase of the Rebels in Scotland. The new mischiefs done by the Tories in Ireland. General Blake's going forth with the fleet to Sea, Several Dutch Ships taken, and other news from many other parts. From Wednesday January 18. to Wednesday January 25. 1654. The Sessions in the Old Bailey now sitting, it was expected that the Portugal Ambassador's brother should be tried; but upon a petition, and other considerations, his trial is put off till the next Sessions. A man that made or caused to be stamped Brass Farthings, & refused to take them again by way of Exchange, was lately indicted for uttering four brass pieces for a penny, which were not worth so much; and the party being found guilty, suffered a Fine, according to the mercy of the Bench. We hinted in our last of an Engagement to be subscribed by the Officers and Soldiers of the Army, the which hath now been signed by the greatest part of them; the Copy whereof followeth. Having for many years past been led under your Conduct, through many difficult Services wherein through the blessing of God upon the vigilance and endeavours of your Highness, we have in some measure been instrumental in our places to free the Commonwealth from its enemies: So we now cannot but above all worldly things, most earnestly desire to see these Nations after all the shakings which have been in the midst of us, set np upon its true and proper Basis and Foundation, and thereby brought into a harbour of rest and safety. The sense whereof having led us to the consideration of what further might be our duties towards Your Highness and the whole Nation at this time, when it pleased God to give us hopes of establishment by inclining you to accept the Government and Protection of this Commonwealth; whereby we are persuaded that the liberties of the people, both as men and Christians (the true end whereupon the great controversy hath been stated) will through the mercy of God be assured: We judge it highly incumbent upon us to make our humble address unto you, and to declare that we shall not only be obedient unto you in the performance of your great Trust; but in our places most faithfully and diligently to the hazard of our lives, and whatsoever is near and dear unto us be serviceable unto you in the Station God hath places you against all opposition: Not doubting but as God and Man hath so highly entrusted you; So you will to the utmost of your power and endeavours lay forth yourself for the glory of God, and the good of this people amongst whom we have reason to think there are very many of the Household of faith; over whom, we shall therefore further take this boldness, most humbly to entreat your Highness, more especially to spread the wing of your protection, and to account of them as the apple of your eye, which you continuing to do. We are confident their Father which is in heaven, will be unto you a Buckler and a Shield and an exceeding great reward, which is and shall be the prayer of Your Highness's most humble and faithful Servants. Dalkeith, Jan. 14. Kenmore and Glengarry with their force, marched by the way of Strathspey, and Glencairn, Lorne, Mac Aldney, and some of Macgriggors's men, with the rest of the gang (Atholl being left behind) marched by the head of Badenoch, and joined their forces within 3 miles of Ruthven Garrison. Upon their approach, Glencairn sent a Letter to the Governor of the Castle, inviting him to come into his Majesty's force, telling him, That all Scotland was up in arms, and many had marched through England to join with them. To which he received a very resolute and ingenious answer from the Governor, Cap. Hill; and it was not probable that his Lordship had so great an Army, when he could provide no better quarters for them. After they had been a while in Lorne, there fell a discontent between Glencairn and Lorne, about the men of the Country, Lorne saying, They being his men, he ought to have the ordering and disposal of them, as the Earl of Atholl had of his: But Glencairn told him, That although he took up the Rents of the Country, the men were the Marquess of Huntley's. After many high words, Glencairn offered to draw his sword, and Lorne went away in a great rage, swearing, That rather than he would see his own people abused by Glencairn, he would lose his life, and thereupon drew to the other side of the water, with some of Macgriggors's men, and about 60 horse with him: This difference hath put the country to a stand, who otherwise would have joined with Lorne; so that some of them are fled to Inverness, and other parts, to secure themselves. Parties of Horse and Posts are directed every way, for the apprehending of Lorne. The Enemy take up all the horse that they can find in the Country. This day further from Scotland came as followeth. These parts afford no news, the enemy is preparing to make ready for the season of the year, and do the utmost this Winter to promote their design, and do send into our quarters their Warrants for their levies, but dare not come themselves to see performance, only in the night do come and steal horses, and at sometimes do carry away some men, you may by the enclosed see their Warrants, and what the Governor of this place Col. Cooper is constrained to do, to counterwork them, or else the people would be too willing to answer their expectations, no more but that I am Sir, Glasgow, Jan. 12. 1653. By virtue of a Commission directed to us by his Majesty, for levying of forces, Horse and foot, for suppressing the common enemy within this Kingdom; we do hereby require you & every of you, within the shires of Ayr & Renfrew, upon sight thereof, to send forth for His Majesty's service, forth of every Thousand pounds rent within your said Shires respectively, one sufficient well mounted man, with Pistols, and other furniture, and weapons belonging thereto, and to deliver the same at Rosdew, to Lieu. Col. George Maxwell, Lieu. Col. George Herriot, and Cap. James Cunningham, or any having their Orders for that effect, certifying all persons of whatsoever quality, within the said Shires respectively, that doth either refuse or delay to give obedience to this our Order and Commands, they shall be taken notice of, and proceeded against as disloyal subjects, and professed enemies to the present Expedition. Whereas by the contrary, we do hereby oblige ourselves to protect and defend against all enemies whatsoever, all such as shall willingly put forth their several proportions of the aforesaid Horse levy. And whatsoever horses, or any other goods shall be taken from any one of them so protected, in any disorderly manner, shall not only be restored again, but the person or persons offenders shall according to the quality of the offence, at the sight of the party offended, be severely punished, to the terror of others; And ordains this to be published at every Headborough, or Parish Church within the said Shires respectively, that every Heritor, and others therein contained pretend no ignorance of the premises. Given at Garth, Decemb. 23. 1653. Sic subscribitur, GLENCAIRN. We expect your answer at Rosdew, Jan. 6. 1654. This from Col. Cooper upon the aforesaid Paper to the Noblemen, Gentlemen, &c. of Ayr and Renfrew as followeth. Having seen a Paper, subscribed Glencairn, directed to the Noblemen, Gentlemen Heritors, and all others within the shires of Ayr and Renfrew, commanding them to set forth horses furnished for war, with sufficient riders thereon, and to bring in the same to Rosdew, and to deliver them to such persons as shall be there to receive them. And lest big words should fright some, and subtle persuasions delude others into obedience of the same Papers, to the ruin not only of the persons so yielding, but to the apparent hazard of the peace and welfare of the said Shires, and the inevitable mischief that will ensue; These are therefore to require all Noblemen, Gentlemen, Heritors and others in the said Shires of Ayr and Renfrew, to refuse obedience to all such Commands, and not in the least be aiding and assisting to the said Levies, directly or indirectly, nor to hold any correspondence with the said Glencairn, or his associates, now in Rebellion against the Commonwealth of England, as they would not be held and deemed public enemies, and proceeded against as such with the utmost of extremity. And lest any should pretend ignorance in the same, the Sheriffs of the respective Shires are required to take special notice, that copies hereof may be sent to every Church within the said Shires, to be published. Given under my hand at Glasgow, this fifth of January, 1653. THO: COOPER. We hear by a ship come from Hamburg, and also many ships this week come from Dunkirk, of ten of our merchant men come safely to Gothenburg, laden with all Eastern commodities, and five of our Frigates convoy to them, who have also homewards bound made several prizes upon the coast of Norway, which will be in England very shortly. All persons are desired to take notice, that the Committee for Claims for Lands in Ireland, have appointed Thursday the ninth of February, 1653. for Adventurers to draw Lots at Grocers hall, London, for Baronies, and that all persons who intend then to draw Lots, do before that day pay in their pence, WILLIAM TIBBS. General Blake took his leave of the Lord Protector, in order to his repairing down to his Command in the fleet. The Letters out of Ireland, say, That the Tories begin to play their pranks again, and some hundreds have been discovered together in a body; yet if but a party of ten or twenty of our men do but appear, they all fly away, and hide themselves in the woods. His Highness the Lord Protector and his Honourable Council set forth an Ordinance declaring, That it shall be high Treason for any person (not being an Officer, Soldier, or Member of the Army) to plot, contrive, or endeavour the stirring up of any mutiny in the said Army, or if any person shall invite or assist any Foreigners invading England, Scotland, or Ireland, or if any person shall plot, contrive, or endeavour the betraying or yielding up any City, Town, Fort, Ship or Vessel, belonging to this Commonwealth, or if any person shall compass or imagine the death of the Lord Protector for the time being, or if any person or persons shall maliciously or advisedly either by writing, printing, openly declaring, preaching, teaching, or otherwise publish, that the Lord Protector, and the people in Parliament assembled, are not the Supreme authority of this Commonwealth, or if any person or persons whatsoever, shall proclaim, declare publish, or any way promote Charles Stuart, eldest son to the late King, or James Stuart one other of his sons, or any other the issue or posterity of the said late King or any other person or persons, claiming by, from, or under him or them, or either or any of them, or any of the Dominions to them, or either or any of them belonging; or if any person or persons shall give, keep, or hold any intelligence whatsoever, by the Letters, Messages, or otherwise, to or with the said Charles Stuart, James Stuart, the late Queen their mother, or any of them; or if any person or persons shall counterfeit the money of this Commonwealth: or shall bring any false money into this land, either counterfeit or other, like to the money of this Commonwealth (knowing such money to be false) to the intent to merchandise, or otherwise; or if any person or persons shall hereafter falsely forge or counterfeit any such kind of Coin, either of Gold or Silver, which is not the proper coin of this Commonwealth, and yet is or shall be current within the same; or shall bring from the parts beyond the Seas into this Commonwealth, or into any the Dominions of the same, any such false or counterfeit coin of money, to the intent to utter or make payment with the same, within this Commonwealth. Or if any person or persons shall impair, Falsify, Clip, Wash, Round, File, and Scale, or lighten any the proper monies of this Commonwealth, or of the monies or coins of any other places allowed, or suffered to be current within this Commonwealth. There is published another Ordinance of the Lord Protector and his Council, for repealing the penalty of that Act, which enforced men to take the Engagement. Many other things are also under consideration, tending to the ease of the people that desire to live quietly; and doubtless if the Dutch have the wisdom to close with this Commonwealth, they will not only ease themselves (and consequently us) of Taxes, but they and we may have Commerce; yet give Laws if need be unto all Europe, though as yet we cannot have the happiness as at this time fully to assure you hereof; in regard the intelligence thence from doth not hold forth so fully as we, and many of them too, wish and desire, if it may be done with honour and safety. At the coming of the Dutch Deputies which were here, were nine or ten Ambassadors and Agents of several Nations at the Hague, and how far they may assist, or hinder and obstruct the agreement with England, you may easily guess; however we hear the States agreed to send another Deputy into England with their Answer, of which you will hear more very shortly. In the meantime let it suffice that we understand, that it went so current at Amsterdam and other places that an agreement was made with England, that the Merchants on the Busse leapt for joy, or else to little purpose. From Plymouth this Post they write, that there was brought in two days before, 3 Dutch Ships which were lately taken prize. There is nothing more from Scotland, but that they daily increase in their numbers and expect great matters, out of Holland and other parts. In the meanwhile, the English are endeavouring to engage them which are now in Arms, who rather choose to hide themselves in the Mountains than to fight. 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Addresses have been made to his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council, by some persons sent from the Lord Mayor, Aldermen, and Common council of the City of London, to desire, that the buildings may not go on at the West end of Paul's, which was always a common highway, and lay open to the street, and yet one is now raising buildings there, where the dust is taken up, where many dead corpses lye buried, and is sifted to mix with the mortar to build with. Address is also made from the said Common council, to desire to know the pleasure of his Highness and Council touching Paul's, and that it may be disposed of to some use, as shall bee thought fit. It was also desired that there may be some suppressing of the multitudes of Hackney Coaches now in and about the City of London, which are many ways prejudicial to the Commonwealth. Rome 30 March. The Pope hath made Father Gabriel Sateren, and Seignior Gozzadino Bishops of Vigevano and Zant. The 23 the Pope held a Council about some propositions touching some Bishoprics, where he opened the mouth to the new Cardinals, and being sick was then carried to his bed: He hath given them all the Church-livings of the Degraded Cardinal Astalli. The Spaniards upon consideration of the advantage they may receive by Cardinal de Medici, have bestowed upon him all the benefices that are vacant by the death of Pimentelli, to keep or dispose of them. Venice 30 March. General Foscolo before his departure from Candia, is setting all things in order to receive Gen. Moccinigo, who is to succeed him in that place. Our Resident Capello is still prisoner at Andronopoli. We have small hopes that the Turk will renew his Treaty, for they are making great preparations against us. The Turkish fleet are stronger by 30 Galleys, than they were the last year. We hear from Dalmatia that Gen. Dolphino having besieged the Fort of Clim with 6000 men, the besieged being reinforced from Bossine, made a folly upon him, and 1500 of our men are killed and taken prisoners, and the rest routed, and all our Ordnance and baggage lost. Genoa 8 April. Our 4 Galleys who carried Count de Ognate (formerly Vice-Roy of Naples) into Spain, having landed him at Valentia, are returned hither, and he is gone from thence towards Madrid. The Duke of Montalto Governor of Valentia, makes levies for the Spanish Army in Catalonia. Two great vessels have lately been cast away in the Port of Laone, one the Pelican of Hamburg, laden at Cadis with 300000 pieces of eight, and much other goods, and divers passengers, but most of the men are saved; The other belonging to Cap. Avenilno Genniads, coming from Lisbon with 800 chests of Sugar and several other Goods, and many passengers, whereof 150 were drowned, and amongst others the Count Ottonelli, and the Duke of Modene's Ambassador coming from Madrid, and his Retinue. Bethune 15 April. 5000 Spaniards in Mainaut and Brahant are marching towards Lisle, Those that quartered this Winter between the River of Lys and the sea, have received orders to be ready. The Lorainers have stayed behind expecting the Prince Francis. Ponta Mousson 17 April. Marquis of Fabert, Governor of Sedan, having passed Moselle, quartered the 12 instant at Esteia with all his forces, which he is sending back again, himself returning to his Government. Bruxels 18 April. The Archduke Leopold having met at Louvain with the Elector of Colen, after two days conference, the Elector returned home very much satisfied by their meeting, and received from the Archduke a present of two rich suits of hangings, and four of his best horses, and was conducted by the Archduke as far as Arschat. Count Ligneville was 13 instant at Onain, with the Lorain Forces, and is gone towards Lisle. Jamets 20 April, Mounsieur De Manimont our Governor, and Count de Grandpre Governor of Mosson, had a design upon the Enemy at Virton in Luxembourg, which they have effected, and they have slain divers, and taken the rest prisoners, and possessed themselves of their Garrison. Paris 25 April. This week the King made choice of Father Francis Annot, Provincial of the Jesuits, of the Province of France, for his Ordinary Confessor. Monsieur Philippo Eldest son to Monsieur de la Uraillier Secretary of state was sworn Secretary to his Majesty, to succeed his Father after his death, in regard of the great services his Predecessors have for fifty years faithfully executed in that place. The 18 instant the Italian Comedy was played the third time before the King. The 19 the King with his Brother and many Lords, and the Cardinal Mazarine had a great Hunting in the Bois de Vincennes, and returned the next day to the Louver. The Queen passed all that day in the Val de Grace. The 22 one James Darcy, an Irish Gentleman, Brother to the sometimes (popish) Bishop of Drommon, had conferred on him by the King of France the place of Lieutenant in the Regiment of the pretended Duke of York, in consideration of his late services in the said Register both in France and in Alsatia: And the next day he was Knighted by Charles Stuart, Titular King of Scots, with the usual Ceremonies. Whereas in regard of many doubts arising upon an Act of the late Parliament, Entitled, An Act for the relief of Creditors, and poor Prisoners, and several inconveniences and mischiefs like to grow from thence, not only to the Creditors and Prisoners themselves, but to divers other persons, without some Explanation and further direction to be given to the several and respective Judges authorized in and by that Act; It is by an Ordinance of the one and thirtieth day of March One thousand six hundred fifty and four, Ordained, That the said several and respective Judges should not proceed to sale or disposition, nor otherwise intermeddle in the execution of the said Act, or of any of the powers and authorities given by the same, until the twentieth day of April instant: And whereas the way for prevention of those evils, and the better accomplishing the ends intended by the said Act, is now under consideration, which will necessarily require some longer time to perfect the same. Be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council, That the said several and respective Judges mentioned in the said Act, or any of them, shall not proceed to the sale or disposition of any of the estates real or personal, of any of the said prisoners, or of any other person or persons whatsoever, mentioned or intended in or by the said Act, nor shall otherwise intermeddle in the execution of the said Act, or of any of the powers or authorities given by the same, until the fifteenth day of May next coming. And be it further Ordained, that all Acts and things to be done by the said several and respective Judges, or any of them, by Virtue, colour or pretence of the said Act from henceforth and before the said fifteenth day of May aforesaid (saving only in such cases, and according to such limitations, as by the said Ordinance they had power to do, before the said twentieth day of April) shall be and are hereby declared to be utterly null and void. This day the Articles of Peace between England and the Netherlands engrossed in Parchment were signed by His Highness the Lord Protector, OLIVER P. and sealed by the Commissioners of the Chancery by the Great Seal of England, sitting in the Inner-Court of Wards, and the Seal thereof put into a round silver and guilt Box, with the Arms of the Commonwealth of England graven upon the said Box, and compassed about with two olive branches, on either side of the Arms one. A Declaration and Petition from the Corporation of Guildford, was (on Tuesday last in the afternoon) brought by the Mayor, and four of the Aldermen, the Steward and the Bailiff of that Town to Whitehall, where they showed it to one of the Lord Protector's Gentlemen, and entreated his assistance to bring them where they might present it to His Highness; which Gentleman courteously brought them to the Gallery where the Chair is fixed, and desired them to have a little patience, till His Highness was risen from Council, and they should then have admittance to him. They observed his direction, and after some time of necessary waiting, they were called into the next Chamber, which is between the two Galleries, and there received by another Gentleman of very great and exceeding becoming civility, who conducted them where his Highness stood, and some of his Heroes, and divers other Gentlemen of quality attending on him, in an handsome and somewhat an awful posture, fairly pointing towards that which of necessity, for the honour of the English Nation must be showed to Him who is their Protector. And Mr. Mayor of Guildford and his Company, by what they then observed, and by what some of them had observed heretofore, do declare and say, that they are confident that His Highness is pleased with those Phylacteries and Fringes of State (if pleased with them at all) because he must rather than he would wear them; And that His Highness knows that there is more in harmless Ceremonies of State only, than common and weak eyes discern, or have any wise cause to be offended at. Mr. Mayor and his Company (about ten steps distance from the Lord Protector) made a stand, and His Highness, minding of them, lest speaking to some other Gentlemen, and came towards them, and the Stewart in humble manner by direction from Mr. Mayor presented the Declaration and Petition saying. May it please your Highness, I do humbly present this Declaration and Petition on the behalf of the Mayor, and approved men of the Town of Guildford to your Highness. His Highness took it, went to the window and heedfully read it over, being as followeth. Notwithstanding the great and many Victories over our Enemies in England, Scotland, and Ireland, obtained by God's blessing on Your Highness's Valour and Prudence, the same whereof doth ring throughout and beyond the Christian world; We were obliquely running into a worse condition (if worse might be) than when our Troubles first broke out. Which Your Wisdom perceiving, and being willing to prevent, we do believe out of constraint, rather than desire, You did take upon Your Shoulders that great and ponderous burthen of the Government of the three Nations and Dominions to them belonging, whereof You have, and long may You have, the Honour, and we (amongst the rest of the people) and our Children the benefit, by sitting as we do in peace and safety under Your Protection, and cheerfully following the works, and comfortably enjoying the fruits of our Callings. And we clearly see to our great contentment by Your countenancing of a godly and learned Ministry, and making of honest and learned Judges of the Land, You are resolved to uphold Religion and Justice, the principal Pillars and Suppositors of States and Commonwealths. But the weight of Your high Calling lies heavily upon You, and therefore it is the Duty and will be the Wisdom of the people to ease You what they can, which may be done by their ingenuous and willing submission to Your Just and Wise Government, and that we of this Town do humbly acknowledge and subscribe unto; And Declare, that we will be ready to the hazard of our lives for You (who have so many times valiantly and gallantly hazarded Your life for us) against all Enemies who shall dare to rise up against You: We find no cause to doubt but that You will vouchsafe to this ancient Corporation, much spoken of, for good Government, love to Religion, godly Ministers, unanimous and constant conjunction with those of this Nation who have opposed Tyranny, the enjoyment of those Privileges which they have a long time had, whilst they are not found any ways pernicious to the Public. And we do assure You that we have not made this application to flatter You nor ourselves, but in Conscience to discharge that Duty which may be justly expected at our hands, hoping You will look upon the Affections of our Hearts, and excuse the bluntness and plainness of our phrase. Lastly, we do presume to make known, that our Minister of Trinity and Marries Parishes is very lately dead, and that Living is in Your Gift, And therefore we humbly pray Your Highness to signify Your pleasure to the Lords Commissioners for Your Great Seal, or to such persons as are entrusted for that Affair, that they may for this turn grant it to such a one as we shall certify to them to be a godly and learned Minister, and to no other man. After the Lord Protector had read this Petition, His Highness was pleased to give this Answer, standing uncovered, which may be truly termed gracious. Gentlemen, I have read Your Paper, wherein, what you there express touching My taking of the Government upon Me, you say what is truth, I did not desire it, nor have I (I am sure) told you so; I believe God put it into your , I shall desire your prayers, that it may do as you have expressed; for God is My bottoin, and in him only do I trust: As for your desire of a Minister, I think I have not granted the Living away, and upon your making choice of such a one as you Paper mentions, I shall take Order that you shall have your Suit His Highness afterwards asked the value of the Living, and the quality of the deceased Minister, and then dismissed them, who were conducted to the door, by the Gentleman that had conducted them up, with so much courtesy and respect as the Mayors and Aldermen of the greatest Cities, or the persons who may justly account themselves Some-bodies, might be well pleased with. An Ordinance is engrossed for continuing the Impositions of Coals for building of ships. The business of improving of Forests is under consideration. Edinburgh 16 April, Maj Gen, Dyal is to besiege Sinclair Castle, we have six months' Provisions there, 30 horse load are sent to supply Ruthen Castle. 40 Scots horse were pursued by Lieut. Hunt to Alberfast, seven Prisoners taken with eleven horse, 20 Cloaks and some plunder, two prisoners rescued which they had taken on the borders of Cumberland. Col. Irwin commanded their Rear. McNaughton's losses have made him withdraw, and we think his party will offer terms to come in. Whereas a Peace is made, concluded and ratified, between his Highness the Lord Protector, and the States General of the United Provinces of the Low Countries. And whereas it is agreed, that publication thereof shall be made on both parts on Wednesday next, being the six and twentieth day of this instant April; From which time, restitution is to be made of all ships that shall be taken on either side, after twelve days within these Seas; And in all other places on this side the Cape of St. Vincent, after six weeks; And from thence, within the Mediterranean Sea, and to the cquinoctial Line after ten weeks; And beyond the quinoctial after the space of eight months: Which several places were so limited, to the intent convenient time might be allowed for notice to be given of the said Peace, in all places where it shall be necessary. The Council have therefore thought fit hereby to give notice thereof to the several Ports of this Commonwealth, and to all others, whom it may concern, within the Dominions thereof; To the end they may have warning, to provide for their own safety, and not expose their ships to danger, within the several and respective times aforesaid. Cap. Potter hath taken the Bridget Frigate, a Brest man of war with four Guns, brought in to Plymouth. There are three Dutch Prizes brought to Deal, one was bound for the East Indies, the other two are of good value. There are brought into Harwich two Dutch prizes, which came from Norway, and some Busses are taken by a private man of war with some fish. This Evening the Dutch Ambassadors attended his Highness and his Council at Whitehall, and publicly before many Gentlemen, Merchants and others, the Ratification of the Peace was fully finished; his Highness delivered it signed and sealed to them and they to him, in a solemn manner, before all the Gentlemen present, and both engaged the publication thereof in both Nations on the Wednesday following. Edinburgh 18 April. The Commander in chief being willing to use all means possible to prevent the further spreading of this Insurrection, (in which the people are mad from all parts to be engaged) hath published the enclosed Proclamation. The forces in the North are much in the same posture, our Horse is yet at Dingwell, and the Enemy in Sutherland, where it is very probable they cannot get away without engaging. Amongst the party which were defeated about 9 days since, at Kilowoch, the Earl of Selkeithe, who was just run to the Enemy was one, the Rebels at his coming to Abersoyl took him for an Enemy, shot him in the face and wounded two others of his party. A party from Dalkeith this day took 11 horse, and yet nothing but Barbados, or the Gallows will tame, or suppress these Rogues. Whereas (amongst all other things) by Proclamation of the 27 of Sept, 1653, all Magistrates and Officers of Burghs an Parishes and all other persons whatsoever, are required to secure, or give intelligence of all suspected persons, travelling through or abiding within their bounds or jurisdictions, as in and by the said Proclamation more particularly is expressed: Notwithstanding nothing to this time hath been effectually done, but on the contrary, divers Rebels, as well considerable numbers as Spies, have been, and still are frequently permitted and suffered to pass, march through and abide in any Burgh or Parish within the quarters of our Army unquestioned, as if no rebellion were, who thereby take opportunity, not only to get Intelligence, but also to entice many loose persons to join with them in Rebellion, and commit frequent Robberies and barbarous murders, and other outrages upon the persons, goods and gear, as well of Scots as of English. These are therefore strictly to charge and command, that no person or persons, of what degree or quality soever (not being a member of the English Army) do presume after ten days next after publication hereof, to pass above five miles from his and their respective abodes or habitations, unless he or they have first obtained a pass from myself, or the Commander in Chief of the Forces in Scotland for the time being, or from the next chief Officer of the English Army, or the Judge Advocate of the Army, (of whose circumspection and care in parting with the said passes to persons well-affected, or upon good caution, I nothing doubt) which said pass is to be signed and sealed with my hand and seal, conform to the hand and seal hereunto subscribed and affixed, or the hand and seal of the Commander in chief for the time being, and subscribed by the said Officer from whom it shall be obtained, with his name, together with the time and place of his subscription, (except he or they, make it appear, he or they are upon their ready way to the next chief Officer for obtaining the said pass ) under the pain of being adjudged, deemed and taken as Enemies in Rebellion against the peace of the Commonwealth, and dealt withal accordingly. And all Magistrates and Officers, and all other persons whatsoever within Burghs or Parishes, are hereby strictly required, that if any person or persons (except as before is excepted) and not being Members of the English Army, shall contrary hereunto presume to march, travel, pass through, or abide in any Burgh or Parish without a pass as aforesaid, the said Magistrates, Officers and parishioners of such Burgh and Parish, are hereby required to secure them, if they shall be of strength sufficient, and them safely to keep, until notice be given to myself, the Commander in chief for the time being, or the next adjacent Officer in chief of the English Forces (any of whose Orders theranent is duly to be observed) under the penalty of twenty pounds sterling, and such further punishment, according to the quality of the offence, as to a Court Marshal to be held for the headquarters, or any other inferior Court Marshal, before whom the matter shall be tried, shall be thought just; And whensoever any party of the Rebels which now are, or hereafter shall break forth into Rebellion, or any other person, or having a pass, as aforesaid, shall break forth into Rebellion, or any other person, not having a pass, as aforesaid, shall march or travel, into or through any Burgh or Parish; and if the Burgh, Parish and Inhabitants shall not be of strength sufficient to secure them: That is such case the Magistrates, Officers, and Inhabitants of the said Burgh, and parishioners of the said parish, and every individual person thereof, are hereby strictly charged and required, to take care that such expedient be found out amongst themselves, that upon the first entrance of such Rebels, or persons not having a pass, as aforesaid, whether they make stay or not, immediately to take care that all possible speed, one or more persons, mounted on as good a horse as at present may be had, or otherwise a nimble Footman, to post away with all possible speed to the next and nearest Forces of the English Army, wheresoever they shall happen to be, and give true Intelligence to the Officer or Officers thereof, of their number, and who commands them, so near as may be, under the like penalty of twenty pounds sterling, and such farther punishment, according to the quality of the Offence, as to a Court Marshal of the Army, before whom the matter shall be tried, shall be in like manner thought just. Given under my hand and seal at Dalkeith the 7 of April 1654. R. LILBURNE From Venice 3 April, In the last overthrow we have received before Clin in Dalmatia, we have lost 3000 men killed and taken prisoners, and the matter of 1000 Turks have been killed upon the place. The Pope's Soldiers and the Germans have behaved themselves most valiantly, and of them, are the most part of our deads. There are arrived at Genoa four Galleys from Spain, bringing a million of Crowns for Milan, and also between 4 and 5000 men newly levied in Switzerland and Germany, whereupon the Governor of the said Town of Milan doth intend to take the field before the French, to make his best advantage against them. The Generalissimo Macenico doth prepare to go for Candia, and shall take along with him those ships that have been kept at Livorn for the service of this Signiory, which to that end shall be brought hither as soon as may be. He shall have Order to take also with him out of the Island of Zante, Signor Andreo Carnacio, who is destined to be General of the Kingdom of Candia. We hear by some Letters from Corfu, that they had advice from Dalmatia that the Turks had made an invasion into Narrante, whence they have carried away many persons to make them slaves. We understand also that the Dukes of Florence, Madena and Parma, do make great preparations of war. April 10. A ship of Amsterdam 100 tons, 5 guns, taken by the Assurance and Amity. A ship with Pitch, Linseed and Deal boards, belonging to Rotterdam, taken by the Pearl. A French ship taken by the Pearl. A Vessel belonging to Flushing with 26 cases of Glass taken by the Drake. A small Pink of Flushing laden with wines from Bordeaux, taken by the Non-such. April 15. A private man of war taken by the Mermaid about Flambrough-head. From Dublin is advertised, that a private man of war of Brest sunk near the coasts of Ireland by the Fox Frigate and the Fox Frigate sunk with her in the engagement whilst they were grappling each other. Newcastle, 20 April. Here are a great fleet of Colliers 300 sail near ready. Here is an Ipswich man run ashore Southward of Sunderland. The Moss Troopers are so busy on our Borders that some of our Gentry fear their Rent-gatherers to be robbed. Gen. Monk went from hence, Wednesday morning last, when he came hither all the ships put out their colours, those that had guns shot them off, and 15 great guns more upon the Key as he passed the Bridge, and Mr. Mayor, the Recorder, the Sheriff and Aldermen gave him a visit, and sent him three sorts of wine, loaf-Sugar, Cakes and Lemons, &c. and showed great affections to him and to the present Government under His Highness the Lord Protector. Col. Monk sent Orders to the Shields and Sunderland to stay the Coal ships till the Peace be perfected, or more men of war come to convoy them, for 12 Dutch men of war hover near Barwick, and can be at our Bar with a westerly wind before the ships can be at Sea. The guns went off again at Gen. Monk's departure, divers Sea Officers with great humility went to present their service to him. A ship of this Town coming laden from Bordeaux is sunk at Sea. This day was published four Ordinances touching Scotland. 1. An Ordinance for uniting Scotland into one Commonwealth with England, 30 persons to be called thence in every Parliament. That Charles Stuart and all of the late King's Posterity be disabled to enjoy the Crown of Scotland or Name, Title, Stile, Dignity, Honours, or any Possessions of any Hereditaments thereto belonging. As also the Convocation of the three Estates of Scotland to be abolished, That St. Andrew's Cross the Scots' Arms be born in the Arms of this Commonwealth, That Customs and Excise of Goods, be no otherwise between England and Scotland, than from one place of England to another. And Scotland to submit to the Customs of this Commonwealth. That Taxes be proportionable to England. And that all possessors of Lands in Scotland, after 12 April 1654. shall hold their Lands of the Lords by Deed, Patent or Enfeoffment, to be renewed upon the death of every Heritor to his Heirs, under such Rents, and Services as are due by Deeds now in being, without rendering any other duty, service, vassalage or demand whatsoever, except Heritors where the same are due. Fines certain or uncertain, not above a year's value upon the death of the Lord, or death or alienation of the Tenant. Doing such suit and service as is ordained by the Ordinance for Erecting Court's Baron in Scotland. 2 An Ordinance for Erecting Courts Baron in Scotland, Every place which is really a Manor, there to be one Court, which is to be in the nature of a Court Baron, or Court of a Manor here in England, to be holden every three weeks, to have power to judge all Contracts, Debts, Promises, and Trespasses not exceeding 40 s. sterling. 3 An Ordinance of Pardon and Grace to the people of Scotland after 1 May 1654. except the persons following, and their Estates. Henrietta Maria late Queen Charles Stuart her Son. James Stuart her Son, James late Duke Hamilton William late Duke Hamilton Earl Craford Linsey Earl Calender Earl Marshal Earl Kelly Earl Lauderdale Earl Loudon Earl Seaforth Earl Athol Viscount Kenmore Lord Lorn Lord Machlin Lord Montgomery Lord Spynle Lord Cranston Lord Sincleer Maj. Gen. Dalyel. Lieut. Gen. Middleton Viscount Newburgh Lord Bargany Sir Thomas Thomson Laird of Womat Laird Napier Earl of Glencarne. Divers others are fined to pay certain sums of moneys, David Leshly 4000 li. Marquis Douglas 1000 l. and many other several sums. 400 l. sterling to Anne Duke Hambleton's Daughter, paying 20 l. a year to the Lord Protector and his Successors. 200 l. to her Sister Susan, paying 10 l. to his Highness. 400 l. to Duchess Hamilton, paying 20 l. 400 l. to Countess of Craford paying 20 l. 400 l. to Countess of Lowdone, paying 20 l. Countess of Callender her Jointure conveyed from her former Husband, Earl of Dunfermline. 200 l. to Mary Earl Marshall's Daughter, 150 l. on her three Sisters, paying 32 l. 10 s. 300 l. to the Countess of Louderdale, paying 15 l. 200 l. to Lady Cranston, paying 10 l. 250 l. to Lady Bargany, paying 12 l. 10 s. 120 l. to Lady Thomson, paying 6 l. 4 An Ordinance for settling the Estates of those several excepted persons in Scotland, in Sir John Hope, Wil. Lockard, Esq; Rich. Sallonstal, and Edw Siler Commissioners at Leith. L. Col. Wilks, Deputy Governor of Leith, David Barkley Esq; and John Harper Advocate Trustees for the use of His Highness the Lord Protector, and his Successors, for the benefit of the Commonwealth. Dalkieth 20 April. Col. Morgan is marched from Dunghil to Tay. On Thursday 1000 Foot (supposed Loughabecians) marched over the Hills above Brahan towards Southerland. Sir Geo. Monroe and Glencarn have had a Duel about the plundering of the Laird Fowls (Brother to Sir George) in which Glencarn was cut in the head and Monroe had his right hand almost cut off and a cut in his Forehead. There was also a quarrel between Athol and Glengarry about precedence of place, and the field appointed but the business was taken up by the Commanders. Our small Garrisons near Stirling have this week fallen into divers of the enemy's quarters, and taken divers prisoners and amongst the rest a party from Buhaanon marched into the Parish of Strablame, where Cap. Cunningham was taken, and Capt. Edmiston narrowly missed, he and some others got away, leaving their Breeches behind them, and what papers and money they had in them, for haste. Gen. Monk is this night at Berwick. This day the Proclamation for Peace was Proclaimed by 12 Trumpets, and 4 Heralds at Arms, first at Whitehall before his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council (both Courts being full of People, and loud acclamations, crying God bless the Lord Protector, And afterwards in the City of London, met by the Lord Mayor and Aldermen at Temple bar; and Proclaimed in Fleet Street , the Exchange, and other places. The people much rejoicing, and great Fireworks were made by water at night, before the Dutch Ambassadors Lodgings at Sir John Trevers at Westminster. His Highness the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, considering how necessary it is, not only to preserve Peace and Quiet at home, but as far as in him lies, to live in Amity and Friendship with his Neighbours, hath by the blessing of God, with the advice of his Council, made and concluded a Peace, Union and Confederation to continue for ever, between this Commonwealth of the one part, and that of the United Provinces of the Low Countries of the other part; their Lands, Countries, Cities, Towns, Dominions, Territories, Places and People, by Sea, Land Fresh waters and elsewhere; By the which Peace it is agreed, That all Enmity, Hostility, Discord and War between the said Commonwealths, their People and Subjects shall cease, and all injuries and Wrongs whatsoever done since the 11 of May, One thousand six hundred fifty two, shall cease, and be forgotten, except such Depredations as shall be committed by either side in these seas after twelve days, from the date of these presents, and in all other places on this side the Cape of St. Vincent, after six weeks; and from thence, within the Mediterranean Sea, and to the quinoctiall Line, after ten weeks; and beyond the noctiall Line, after the space of eight Months, or immediately after sufficient notice of the said Peace given in those places. And that the People and Inhabitants of each party respectively, of what quality of condition soever they be, shall treat each other with love and Friendship, and may freely and securely come into, and pass through each other's Countries, Towns, Villages and Precincts, and there stay and abide, and from thence depart again at their pleasure, without any hindrance and molestation and likewise trade and have commerce, and generally do, use, and exercise all other things (observing the Laws and Customs of each place respectively) as freely, fully and securely as they might have done in time of Peace. Whereof all persons whatsoever in these Nations of England, Scotland and Ireland, are to take notice, and conform themselves accordingly. Given at Whitehall this 26 day of April 1654. O.P. This night are come out new Farthings, weighing a quarter of an ounce fine Pewter, which is but the price of new Pewter; that so the people may never hereafter fear to lose much by them; with the Harp of one side, and a cross on the other, with T.K. above it. The Stationers instead of two Books, are henceforwards to pay 12 d. a Line, and leave no Books. 1 The Duty of Instant Baptism cleared 2. Something about the Sabbath, and the nature and increase of the Kingdom of Christ, By W. Carter, Minister, and one of the late Assembly of Divines. A Heavenly Conference between Christ and Mary, after his Resurrection, Discovering the familiarity of Christ and a Believer. By Rich. Sibbs DD. And A Warning to Backsliders, in a Sermon at Paul's Church before the Lord Mayor. By Mr. Ralph Venning. All three sold by John Rothwell in Cheapside, in Goldsmith's Row. Dr. Drake's Bar to the Sacrament removed, or a Vindication of Mar Humphries's Free Admission to the Sacrament: Wherein the most materials in Dr. Drake are answered; with a Speech to them of the Congregational way, and an examination of the Scripture Real made by some Ministers in Gloucestershire, done by Jo. Timson, To be sold by Tho. Williams at the Bible in Little Britain.

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A great Fight in Scotland between the English and the Highlanders, the storming of a Tower near Dumfries by Gen. Middleton's forces, the event and success thereof, the manner of the engagement, the particulars of the loss on both sides, the taking of cap. Rogers, Agent for the K. of Scots, the Sentence of Death denounced against him, and his speech at the place of execution. The advancing of more forces from England & Ireland, and Gen. Monk's Letter to his Officers, to repair with all speed to Scotland. The advance of the English frigates to the Coast of France, the taking of 42 sail of French-men, there enforcing of two Regiments in the town of Rochel, the great Offers and Proposals of King Louis for peace. The King of Scots, the D. of York, and the Queen of Sweden to meet at the Spaw. And a true copy of the Articles of the perpetual peace between England & Holland. From Friday April the 28. to Friday May the 5. 1654. London, printed by Robert Wood, for G. Horton, 1654. In the time of Germanicus, it was moved in the Senate of Rome, that none should be admitted into the Trusts of the Commonwealth, but such that could rule their Families by prudence, and not by force, for there is a Maxim, That he that cannot rule a Family well, cannot rule a City; and he that cannot rule a City well, cannot rule a Principality. Man is a free Creature by Nature, although there remaineth marks of slavery or servitude upon him, which are engrafted by the skill of the Cunning, and the force of the Mighty: By the one he is allured into slavery; by the other constrained to submit unto slavery, in regard that he is overawed. Obedience always is not a sign of love; for people may be forced to do that for fear, which they will do for love, but him for whom it is done, were better to have it undone. Plutarch in the life of Demetrius sayeth, That Kings and Magistrates are not to measure their happiness by their Greatness, and he who doth receive Honours overhastily, doth but make haste to be in contempt. If a people will do the same for love, which they will do for fear; Why will not those that govern rather choose to rule by love than fear, and instead of choosing to be Lords of slaves, rather choose to be Rulers of free people, and maintain a heroic spirit, and not to deject or abase them. It was not so in the days of old; for the Persians were as free a people as ever lived under a Monarchy; the Macedonians conducted by Alexander in his conquering of the world, were of the freest people in Greece in those days; and none more freer than the Romans, who accomplished excellent Achievements, by their lawful Undertakings. We must not take him that commandeth in a Commonwealth to be a Master, but a servant: It is true, his command is Masterlike, but the power by which they command, is the consent of the people, to convenient and good Laws; the which indeed is, or at least should be, the Sceptre by which they should rule or govern by; and it is to be the only limitation of those that are to govern, of what degree soever. Of this, more in our next: Therefore to Intelligence. His Highness the Lord Protector has set forth a Proclamation concerning a cessation of all Acts of hostility between the Commonwealth of England, and that of the United Provinces, and their respective people, and the restitution of all things taken and seized upon by either party after the 4 of this instant May, 1654. This is to be published by both parties throughout their respective Territories. From Scotland, the last Post bringeth intelligence, That the Royal party increaseth, and are very much exasperated; the which to confirm, we shall here present you with a Letter, wherein is comprised the full particulars, and exact Transactions on both sides. Having so convenient an opportunity, I could no way possible omit writing to you by this Post, though notwithstanding it seems to be full Term here with us, since the adjourning of yours at London; for, to speak truth, it is high time now to look about us, since that the enemy dares presume to descent down upon the Lowlands, and (Lorain like) make great devastations, in plundering, pillaging, and unpeopling of the Countries; but some of them taking so long a leap, hopped short back; amongst the rest, two Captains, and some few private Soldiers, were lately trussed up, as the Falcon does Wild Ducks: Since which time, Gen. Middleton has drawn his Army in to Sutherland, betwixt whom, and our forces, there is a Navigable River, not passable but by Boats, and those the enemy has drawn to their banks, and many desperate persons go in, and have recourse to them. They still continue in gathering up their new Levies, and have had a general Rendezvous, where a new Oath and Covenant was taken, to fight it out to the last man; and likewise Glencairn's Declaration was there published, stuffed up with many expressions that carry little consistency with their Course. I may possibly present you with a copy by the next: In the interim, we are drawn together our main strength to fight them: The great God of Hosts appear for us, and crown us with victory in the day of Battle. From Southampton thus: Sir, Mr. John Lilburne (we hear) is committed to the old Castle in Jersey, where he deported himself with abundance of patience and humility, and has also declared, That he aims at nothing more than the glory of God, the advancement of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the restoring of ever freeborn man of England, to its ancient Rights and privileges, and the perfect purging of the Law from all abuses and corruptions. We have entertained the Proclamation of Peace with the greatest solemnity that possibly can be: and Gen. Pen being once come aboard, I hope We shall then find what will be the Expedition which Christendom so much looks upon, whether we shall go to Leghorn, or the high Determinations of the Council so shall order it, as they shall call the Turks to an account at Tunis, or Algiers, for the wrongs they have done to our Nation. Indeed, we are so unanimous for Action and Enterprise, that each mans noble Spirit is ready to push him forward to achieve something that may add more honour to his countries Fame. This day his Highness solaced himself in Hyde Park, where 1100 Cornish Gentlemen tossed a silver ball before him, and thousands of people were present to behold the same. From Hamborough it is advertised, That the King of Denmark has been to visit the new Church of Altenau, & the next day went back to Gluckstadt; upon whose arrival came intelligence of Gen. Koningsmark's surprising of the Town of Bremerburgh. Upon the Queen of Sweden's Demands to the Emperor of Germany for 135000 Rix-dollars, being so much left unpaid by the upper Rhine, it was granted. Dover the 24 of April, 1654. This evening came into this Road a private man of War being a Marget Hoy of 6 Guns, and about 50 men, who having found in the channel a Dutch ship coming from the West Indies that had been long at sea, and both ship and men much spent by the tediousness of the Voyage, did of a sudden clap Them aboard, and after a short (but sharp) dispute, became Masters of her, and brought her along with them: The ship is said to be of great value, for besides plate, whereof several Letters say there is a good quantity, the ship will be found full of other rich commodities, which will prove very beneficial to the Takers, when it comes to be judged prize. From France it is certified, That there has been a great dispute between the K. of Scots, and P. Rupert, about the Swallow Guns; but wisdom overswaying passion, Amity at last intervened, and the Gentlemen were both reconciled. It is said that the Queen of Sweden hath resigned her Crown, and is expected this Summer at the Spaw, where young Charles, and his brother James, do intend to meet her Majesty, and divert themselves at the Season. His Highness the Lord Protector has spent much time with his Council, about regulating the Law, the easing of the people, the redressing of Grievances, and the abating of Taxes, and it is hoped, we shall now have the enjoyment of our long looks for Liberties. The next Term is like to be kept without any interruption, and a new Oath was lately administered to the Judges, whereby impartial Justice may be equally executed. There being lately published a copy of the Articles of Peace, without Order from the State, we shall hereby give you to understand, That by his Highness's Special command, there is a true copy in the Press; the effect whereof take as followeth: The Articles of the perpetual peace, concluded between his Highness Oliver Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, &c. one the one part; and the high and mighty Lords, the States-General of the United Provinces of the Netherlands on the other part. 1. That from hence forward there shall be a firm unchangeable Peace, sincere friendship, and a closer Alliance, and Confederacy between the Commonwealth of England, and the States of the United Provinces than hath been ever heretofore, and of their respective Lands, Cities, and Countries, and of all under their obedience wheresoever, and of what condition soever. 2. That from henceforth all hostility shall cease. 3. That all wrongs and offences suffered by the one, or the other party shall be forgotten; and neither party shall pretend anything thereupon. All actions past shall be nulled, except those that shall be done in the British Seas after the time of 12 days, and from that Sea to the Cape of St. Vincent in the time of six weeks, and from thence in the Mediterranean Sea, as far as the line after the time of ten weeks, and at the other side of the line in the time of eight months, to be reckoned from the time of the publication of Peace, and all prizes taken after that time shall be restored. 4. That all the prisoners on both sides be released without ransom. 5. That both Commonwealths shall be confederate friends to defend one the other against whomsoever. 6. That neither of both shall act against the other either by Land or Sea. 7. That the States shall cause restitution to be made of all the ships and goods seized upon the English by the King of Denmark, that are set in being, as also a full compensation of the worth of those goods that may be sold already, and likewise that all damages and spoil of goods shall be made good to the Owners, by estimation, and when such satisfaction shall be done by the said King, then all hostility shall cease between England and Denmark. 8. That no Inhabitants of either Commonwealth shall assist any Rebel of either with moneys, ships, or victuals. 9. That both Commonwealths shall assist one the other at their proper charges against their Rebels. 10. That neither shall receive those that are, or shall be declared enemies of either Commonwealth. 11. That either Commonwealth having notice by the other that some of their enemies are in its Dominions, they shall give them warning to depart in 28 days upon pain of death. 12. That the English shall not pay greater Impositions than other Nations. 13. That the States ships shall strike their Flag before the English in the British Seas. 14. That neither of the Commonwealths shall give retreat to any Pirates in any of their Ports. 15. That in case the English or the Dutch make any Treaty with any Prince, they shall therein comprehend each other reciprocally; if they desire it. 16. That in case some hostility should happen between the inhabitants of both Commonwealths, by one against the other; that the Alliance shall nevertheless hold and remain in full force; and the parties that shall be found guilty shall be punished. 17. That the Subjects of the Commonwealth of England shall freely travel through all quarters of the United Provinces by water or by land, or into any Cities or Garrisons thereof, armed or armed, provided they are not above 40 in a company, either with or without their Merchandise; and the Subjects of the Netherlands are to have the like privilege in England, and every, and all places under their subjection, carrying themselves submissively to the Laws of each Commonwealth. 18. That if it so fall out, that any ships of either State shall be storm or Pirates be driven into any of the Havens of the one or the other State, they shall have liberty to go to sea again at their pleasure with their ships and goods, without paying any Custom or Impost provided that they break not the bulke, behaving themselves according to the Laws and customs of the place where they shall take harbour. 29. That no Merchants or Mariners of one or the other Commonwealth, shall have their goods, ships, or merchandises arrested in any of the havens or rivers of either Commonwealth to serve at War, or otherwise, by virtue of any general or particular command, except it be upon some inevitable necessity, and then to have satisfaction, not including herein, the Arrests by ordinary Courts of Justice. 20. That the Merchants, and their Factors, and servants, and the Mariners may travel and turn back again to their ships from the seas, waters, and havens of the one and the other Commonwealth and at their landing may use for defence of themselves, and their goods, all sorts of Arms, offensive and defensive, save only, that being come to their Inn, they shall lay their Arms aside until the return into their ships again. 21. That men of War of both Commonwealths, or Merchants ships meeting together at sea, they shall defend each other against all whomsoever that shall offer to make any attempt upon either of them, so long as they sail on course. 22. That if any ship of either Republic, or of a Neutrality shall by a third party be taken out of the havens or Dominions of either Commonwealth, both parties shall be engaged to follow the business for the restitution of the ships and goods to the owners. 23. That Searchers and other such Officers in the execution of their Office, that regulate themselves according to the Laws of each Country, and take no more of any than is permitted them by their Instructions. 24.That if one party shall cause some damages to the other, there shall be no Letters of Reprisal given: But if in three months time, no satisfaction is done, then the said Letters may be granted. 25. That all persons of either Commonwealth going to Sea with particular Commissions, they shall be obliged by sufficient sureties, before the Judges of the Court where they receive their Commissions, That they shall do no damage to any subject of either Commonwealth. 26. That no more but eight ships of War shall be suffered to come or remain in the Ports of each others Commonwealth at one time: And when there shall be occasion for a greater number, then the consent must be first asked. 27. That the States shall do Justice upon those that be found alive, that have murdered the English in Amboyna. 28. That there shall be Commissioners established to examine the wrongs or injuries done or pretended to be done or suffered by the Inhabitants of either Commonwealth in the East Indies, Greenland, Muscovy, Brazil, or other places. And if the Commissioners cannot agree thereupon within the time of three months, then the aforesaid differences to be referred to the Judgement of the Protestant Switzers. 29 And whereas formerly, some question and misunderstanding hath arisen between the Commonwealth of England, and the King of Denmark, by reason of the detaining of some ships and goods, it is agreed, and concluded on both sides, that satisfaction being given, all differences whatsoever shall be forgotten and buried in eternal Oblivion, so as the said King, his Kingdoms and Dominions, shall be received in this Treaty as a friend, in such manner, that he shall be re-established in the amity of the Commonwealth, as he was formerly before the said detention, and his Deputies and Ambassadors shall be admitted with the like Honour, as the Deputies and other Ambassadors of other States being in amity. 30. It is further agreed that at the time when the ratification shall be delivered, four Commissioners shall be nominated on both sides, who on the 18 May next ensuing, English style, shall meet here in London to consider and moderate all injuries and damages, on either side from the year 1611 to the 18 of May, 1652. and in case of non-agreement, to refer it to the judgement and umpirage of the Switzer Protestant Cantons. 31 Furthermore, it is agreed and concluded; That both parties shall truly and firmly keep and maintain and all the matters therein contained, and strictly take care that the same be observed and performed by either of their people. 32 Item, For further certainty and assurance that this peace and amity shall be uprightly, and in good faith observed, the States General do oblige and bind themselves, that all and every Officer both by Sea and land shall be bound to confirm this Treaty, and all the Articles thereof and promise sacredly upon Oath, that they shall, as far as is possible, religiously observe the same, and as far as to them belongeth shall perform the same, and take care that it be observed and performed by others. 33 Furthermore it is agreed, concluded, and accorded, that this present Treaty, and all that is therein comprised and expressed, shall be confirmed by the said Lord Protector, and the States General aforesaid, by open Letters on both sides, confirmed with the great Seal, in due and authentic form, within 15 days next ensuing, or sooner if it can be done, and that within the said time, the Ratifications on both sides shall be exchanged, and that presently after the delivery and exchange of the Ratification, this Peace and Alliance shall be published in such manner, and in such places as is usual, and from thence forwards all hostility on both sides shall cease. For the assurance and witness of all this, we the Commissioners of his Highness the Lord Protector, and the Ambassadors of the States General of the United Provinces, by virtue and force of the respective procurations of Our Commissions, have subscribed this present Treaty with our own Hands, and have confirmed it with our Seals. Done in Westminster the 5 day of April, 1654. H. Lawrence, P. P. Lisle, H. Beverningh, J. Lambert, Gilb. Pickering, Wil. Nieuport, E. Montague, W. Strieklandt, Alb. P. Fongestadt. From Scotland we have received intelligence, That Gen. Middleton having drawn most of his forces Northwards, some engagement happened, and a party of 40 horse commanded by an English Captain, advanced as far as Provost Marbunie's house near Dumfries, which they fired; but the Provost and his party maintained the Tower against them, and after a desperate storm and sharp dispute, two of the English were slain, divers wounded, and the castle being not feasible, the enemy made good their retreat, with little loss. col. Morgan remains still about Dingwel, unto whose assistance col. Pride, col. Allured, and divers other Regiments are designed from England and Ireland. Upon Gen. Monk's arrival, he sent for all his Officers at London to make all possible speed to engage suddenly. And the enemy are preparing to receive him, who have determined in Council, to dispute the field either to Death or Victory. In the late Engagement capt. Rogers (Agent for the K. of Scots) was taken, and carried to Dalkeith, where he was tried, condemned, and executed, and received his Sentence of Death with great humility and meekness of Spirit, making a copious Speech upon the Ladder, interwoven with sundry methodical expressions, touching his life and conversation, and his integrity to the Trust reposed in him, saying That he deemed it a singular mercy from the great Tribunal of Heaven, that Providence had decreed him worthy of laying down his life. The K. of France is preparing large Offers to the English for peace; and among other things, that the Protestants in that Kingdom shall enjoy their Liberties and freedom in Religion. Gen. Pen is going from London to the Fleet; the design honourable; but the Instructions private. Of which, more in our next. In the interim, some of the English frigates have alarmed the French, and rides triumphantly upon the coast; but two Reg. Are sent to Rochel to reinforce that Garrison: from whence they write; That the English have taken 42 of their ships laden with Wines, which doth very much trouble the King and Council; unto whom, a Message is come from his Holiness, for celebrating a Marriage between his Niece, and K. Louis: If you will have any more news at present, you must go to Pope Innocent the Tenth, who is now going to his grave; his death will make the Janseninas high in France, and will occasion some Tumults, it may be.

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From Thursday, February 2.to Thursday, Febru.9. 1654. Col. Morgan marching from Aberdeen with 14 Companies of Foot, an 8 Troops of Dragoons towards the Enemy, Glencairn and Kenmore the same day went out of Murrayland towards the Hills, they burnt all the Lord Lothan's land (the Lord Brodie's Uncle) because he kept his house out against them in the late infall into the Earl of Athol's quarters at Dunkel: there was killed one Capt. Robertson, one Capt Hunter, (a young Laird who attended Athol) the Laird of Baillachan, Major Mercer run into the body with a Tuck, and throgh the arm, it is believed he will not live; there were about twenty more slain and desperately wounded. The 23 instant Athol had a Rendezvous of the country at a place called Cairane, two or three miles Northeast from Dunkel, but had a very slender appearance. Sir Arthur Forbs and Wogan lie ill of their wounds at Weems, Wogan is not likely to recover: Col. Hume with about 16 or more out of the Merch, or Berwickshire, are this week gone to join with those in the Hills. For news we have very little, only that which we suppose you may have heard of, The interception of many Letters that came from the Scottish Cavaliers to the Malignant Party here, but they were by a person of honour sent up to his Highness. The truth is, there is such continual meetings of the Cavaliers that any may judge without the intercepting Letters, they have great designs in hand. Here is much doings about the Quakers; they were at a place called Hasington on the Sabbath day, and as they were speaking to the Minister, the Country people fell upon them, and abused them very much, almost killed one or two; but going out; falling upon their knees, seeking to God to forgive them, saying they knew not what they did, and afterward speaking to them, many of the people were so convinced of the evil they had done in beating of them, that returning back to the residue of the people that were on the Green in the Town, beginning to accuse one another as the occasion of beating those men who had done them no hurt, nor opposed till he had done, and the Minister being earnestly pressed to go and discourse with them, and he refusing, this discourse went so high, that the townsmen generally went to go by the ears, and did so exceedingly beat one another, that such a fight hath not been seen. There was very few that went home without their faces or heads broken. Our Fleet hath now set sail, and put to Sea from St. Helen's point, they are divided in three Squadrons, but are not at so great a distance but that upon any occasion they can soon join into on entire body, there being scouts appointed, who are to give notice upon any appearance of the enemy. Here is little news at present; a good number of ships bound to the Southward, as also for several Ports of France, are gone from hence and from Dover. The French Pikeroons do haunt about these parts, and are often seen, as soon as any of our Ships set Sail to give them chase, they get their own Coast before he can come upon them, there being two at present who are riding in Calice Road. Paris the 7 of February 1654. stilo novo. There is a great alteration made in the preparation of Taxes and Imposts, there being new Offices made, and new Officers created, where old ones are put out of service: and among many remarkable things, it is to be wondered, that many Protestants are admitted to places of some honour, and more profit: There is now at present in this City the Earl of Harcourt his Secretary and one from the Marshal Seneterre; therefore now a Treaty is in hand concerning the Agreement between the Court and the said Earl touching Alsatia, there hath been some progress made in it, but nothing agreed upon. During this Treaty the siege of Beffort goeth on with as much gallantry as may be expected, considering the season, and the great opposition of the Besieged, who neither spare valour nor labour in the defence of that place. The Marshal Ferte is daily seen in the Trenches, thereby to animate the Soldiers; so that it is expected in a short time you will hear of the surrender of that place. The great preparations made at Toulon goeth on, and it is variously reported to what intent it is; for some will have it for to get the mastery of the Seas in the Straits; others will have it only in part that way and the other part to be sent to the aid of the Venetian State; but some who do think themselves wisest, believe that it is the old design for Naples; and for a confirmation of the same, it is observed that the Duke of Guise doth make money at all hands, having sold and pawned such things whereby to raise a very considerable sum of moneys, and we do hear that he is to go from hence within this month: but of this more by the next. The Pope seemeth to be very busy about the making of a general peace between us and Spain, and the other Allies; and to that end, we are told of an extraordinary Nuntio that is now on his journey hither; another also being sent into Spain: Our Ambassador from Rome is to be here the next week; and now all things are ready for the dancing of the great Ballet, which will be between this and shrove Tuesday: and for the consecration of the young King it will not be so soon as was expected. We are very barren of News in these parts at present, and here is nothing to advise you of, but the sad condition of the Country of Liege; which is like to be ruined by the Troops of several parties, who are now lodged therein. The Duke of Loraine hath quartered his Troops there, partly by consent & partly by force, under pretence (as it is said) that the States of the Country did invite him to come there; because their Prince the Bishop of Liege did govern altogether absolutely, and against the Laws & Privileges of their Country, so that he was come to redress their grievances, and to breed a good understanding between the Bishop and his people. On the other hand, the Troops of the Prince of Conde do pretend that those of Liege are affected to the French, that they hold correspondence with them, wheresoever they come, and that they do them all the mischief they can possibly contrive against the; therefore they are come to secure them and their Country from being made a prey of the Lorainers. Now there is a third and fourth party, which are the Troops of the King of France and of the Empire, that are upon their march towards that Country also; and they pretend likewise they come to relive the afflicted, and to the assistance of a Prince of the Empire, who is quarrelled and abused wrongfully in his rights and prerogatives. All these foreign Troops drawing towards one Centre, have caused the Troops of Spain, and those of the United Provinces to march also towards that said Country; as well to secure their frontier places, as also to hinder the French Troops from entering into the Country of Liege; for if they enter into the Country, all the rest will do the like: and since the Country is neuter, neither the one nor the other, ought to come there. But in the meantime during these debates and quarrels, the Inhabitants are miserably used, like Enemies on all hands. They are raising great sums of money here, to prepare for next Summer's expedition, which will be more carefully prosecuted than that of last year, they intend to have their Army in the field, about the middle of April next, which will be sooner than according to their custom. The Earl of Bassigny and the Abbot of Mercy are still prisoners in the Castle of Antwerp, where they have been several times examined, and now it is said that their crime is not so foul as was reported in the first. Three other Governors of Towns have been condemned for their extortions, to be held incapable of commanding any Regiments, Towns, places, or Troops for the space of ten years, and one of them to make restitution of 4000 Escus, and the other two, each of 2000 Escus; this to serve for an example to others not to do the like, to the discredit of the Generals and Commanders in chief, and to the ruin of the poor people. The Duke of Loraine and the Prince of Conde are both arrived in this City to resolve upon the Affairs of the Country of Liege, which are come to a very great extremity. We have three of our Mallago ships arrived, and a fourth is in the River, and expected every moment. Our Cadiz Fleet we cannot hear of, both have so long outstayed their time, that being almost given up for lost; much sadness hath thereby been upon our Merchants, who are in those ships deeply concerned. We have lost lately three ships of this Port laden for France, viz the Unicorn, of 120 tons, and 8 guns, taken by two Brest men of War, one of them of 36 guns, commanded by Captain Beach an Englishman; and the Mary taken by an Ostend man of War, and carried to Dunkirk; also three Barnstable ships taken by Brest men of War, and carried to Brest. One of the former ships was towed by one of the men of War of Brest, to whom a man of War of ours gave chase 36 hours, and yet could not fetch her up, such heavy slugs are appointed for those seas, whereas the most nimble Frigates should be thereunto designed. The Western parts have paid more deeply than all England, both by want of Guards on those Coasts, and the Jadishness of those appointed, who are indeed worse than none in regard we fail upon presumption of their security, otherwise we should be more wary. Since my last I had not sight of any ship till the 26 instant; and then S.W. from Scilly in 90 fathom water, I met with 5 sail that came from Mallago, viz 2 Ostenders, 2 Dunkirkers and 1 Hamber, who told me there was not one Hollander at Mallago. I found them unwilling to go into any Port of England; their carriage being something rough made me jealous, I therefore thought it was my duty to bring them to Plymouth, and only kept the Masters and Papers but sent not one man on board them. On the 27 I had sight of 8 English that came from Mallago. On the 28. in sight of Scilly, I plied toward 15 sail, and spoke with one who told me they were all English. On the 29 I endeavoured to get the wind of the Fleet homeward bound, being 28 sail, so that I might be able to secure them from such as might lie near the Lizard, the wind a long time being Easterly on the 30. in sight of the Lizard, as I plied on the weather-bow of the Fleet, I met with a Dutchman of War, by two in the afternoon I got up with him, after some scuffling, through God's mercy I became Master of her without the loss of any man's hair: It is the same ship that your Honours heard had chased a ship ashore at Pricksome, and the same that fought with the Nightingale, the Captain's name is Daniel Wildbore, the ship is called the Walkerron of Middleborough, of 20 Guns and 70. men, whereof 6 are slain: she hath not been home in 7 months, but hath sold his prizes in France, was in the Isle of Bass six days gone, and made his ship clean; he did always make his voyage upon our west coast. I hope in short time God will deliver that and the rest into our hands. The Duke of Longueville is arrived in this Town, and hath been to salute their Majesties, who received him with a deal of respect according to his merit. The Portugal Ambassador hath made several instances to this Court to advance the Alliance of a League Offensive and Defensive, between the King of France and his Master, and the marriage of said King and the Daughter of the King of Portugal, with whom he doth offer a Dowry of four millions of Gold. The Marshall of Hoquincourt, Viceroy of Catalonia for the King of Spain, hath leave to return to his Government of Peronne, and it is said that the Duke of Guise is to go to command in his place. All the preparations that were made at Toulon, and other places of Provence being designed for Catalonia, and not for Naples, as was reported. The siege before Beffort is still continued by the French, who notwithstanding the vigorous opposition they meet withal from the besieged do behave themselves with great courage and resolution for the gaining of the place, which will not be so soon as was expected. I gave you an account of the taking of the Dorgord of Flushing, the 26 instant, and the recovering of the Patrick of Liverpool, from the Brest men of war on the 27th. On the 28 standing over Scilly, we chased a Frigate, which we understand by our prisoners aboard, was made for Cap. James Dillon. The Old Warwick, being between the shore and us, and we plying large, that he should not pass between the shore and us, came up with him before us. He was under the command of the Mount before our ship came up, and ran so near the shore, that we durst not go near him, by which means he ran very near Penzance Key, and there Anchored. The old Warwick's boat taking her, found her to be one of St. Malo's coming from Faro. The Middleburgh went to the Lands-end, and I intended to follow, but did not; very little wind made us stand off two or three leagues farther than ordinary, which brought us (the 29 in the morn) within sight of four ships of St. Maloes coming from Marseilles, bound for Newhaven, viz. The St. Martin with 18 guns and 44 men, the St. Helena with 14 guns, and 32 men, the Protection, with 12 guns and 32 men, and the Francis with 38 men and ten guns, laden with soap, oil, cotton &c. With whom we came up about one o'clock, and fought them till Sun-set. The St. Martin and St. Helena had both yielded, but we had none of our men aboard; it beginning to be dark, and we being ready to board the Protection, whom we had well paid with shot, bethought ourselves that we should lose the other two in taking her, and so cleared ourselves with much ado, and stood to the other, who being secured we were bearing for the other yet untaken; but these two ships we had take were so much disabled, as we were forced to keep by them to save them from sinking, and sent our Carpenter aboard to stop leaks, and men to fit the Rigging and Sails, viz. in the main-mast three shot, the top mast two, in the head of the fore-mast one, in the mizzenmast two, our fore-yard, and mizzen yard made unserviceable; we had several shot between wind and water, but the worst loss is five of our men killed, and 19 wounded, some of whom have lost their limbs. Since my last some of our Cadiz ships are arrived, and bring notice that the rest are in Ireland, having made our Land a month since, but by contrary winds forced and kept there, which is very good news to our Merchants, who had almost given them up for lost; it being eight weeks since they set sail from Cadiz; some of them have brought a Dutch man of about 300 tons, laden with salt, which they took a little off that Port as they put homewards. The Brest men of war of whom I wrote you in my last, have since taken two vessels of Milford, of which we had notice this day, and about the time of the taking of the former, they took three ships, one of 18 Guns, another of twelve, laden with Lead, and Red Herrings, who pretended themselves of Amsterdam and Sweden, being Dutch men, but had Cocquets from north Tarmouth, the seamen being Dutch and indeed the commodities English, it is a shame that these Rogues should be permitted thus, to rob our Fleet, and that such Cow ships are employed westward, whereto all ships make, that are bound for England. One of Bristol ships, of which I wrote you last was taken half a league from Scilly and though one of our ships pursued them thence 48 hours as the Master of that ship which was taken, since hath informed me, and the Brest man of war of 38 Guns towed her, yet could not reach her. I should have informed you that the last week a Baker's house in the middle of this City was set on fire, but quenched before it had taken hold on any other house, it might probably have otherwise destroyed the chief part of the City, and was a great Mercy. In the Patrick of Liverpool, which we lately recovered from the Brest men of War, was one Walter Roche, who was to carry her to Brest, and he informed us, that there are these Ships following belonging to Brest, who do so vex us in these Seas, viz. The Royal James, with 38 guns; Richard Beach Commander. The Michael, 14 guns James Smith. The Briget with 8 guns; William Smith. The Francis 10 guns; Meldrium. The Mall 10 guns; Covel. The Loyal James with 12 guns Tom Dillon. The Saint Mary 4 guns; Richard D The Francis with 22 Guns; Martin. The with 8 guns; Jones The Patrick with 18 guns; Swart The Katherine with 6 guns; Estmond The Small Michael with 6 guns; Peters The Snow with 4 guns; Nich. Murro The Adventure with 2 guns; George Lodde Three French men with 15. 18. 20. Three in the Stocks of 4 guns apiece. These commonly lie about the Land's end and Lundy easterly winds, and 10 or 20 leagues to the westward or Scilly westerly winds. Their Prizes are always sent for Brest, or Port-Lewis. We hope we shall suppress this perverse generation of Freebooters and Pirates. The Helena we towed in here, and do hope the St. Martin is in Plymouth, having towed her within four leagues of the Ram head this morning. The Falmouth Frigate we have sent to the Middleburgh about the Land's End; we shall sit ourselves for Sea again suddenly. The enemy went for Ross and the Hills, as Col. Morgan marched from Aberdeen towards them, who is returned to his Quarters. Major Knight's Cornet with a party of Tomlinson's Regiment took Glencarne's Capt.Lt and 5 others, horsemen. A party of 40 Scotsmen under one Forgison, employed by us on Saturday last, fell into Athol's quarters, about 4 miles from Glams, took a Captain Lieutenant and Cornet, and 15 other Prisoners, with 20 horse and killed ten. I advised you in my last that the Lord Beverning, one of the three Commissioners was returned into England, with the Ratification of Holland, which is contradicted by man, that he is gone with no such Message, but that Holland and Zealand are both resolved to ratify it with the very first, in the meantime it would be very advantageous for us, if we might have a cessation of Arms, which we hope will be granted and obtained by the means of our Commissioner the Lord Beverning. The 26 of the last month month the Lord Chaimt, Ambassador of France, had Audience in the Assembly of the States General, wherein he represented the Interest of the King his Master. It is thought he will receive an answer agreeable to his mind, in favour of those final testimonies of amity which this Commonwealth hath already received from that Crown. The Elector of Brandenburg hath declared that he is willing to enter into the defensive Alliance to be concluded between the Elector of Cullen and the States of these Provinces. Our new Frigates are making ready with all the haste that may be; some of them will be quite finished about the middle of March next; but we hope we shall not employ them in the service they were first intended for. The Festivals are not yet past, and that is the reason why the Senators are not here; and our Negotiation doth at present make a little Pause. The grand Chancellor is expected here very suddenly; who as yet hath not been here since the Court came to this place. I suppose it will not now be long ere they meet to debate upon the Articles given in, and so return some answer thereunto. There is lately arrived here an Envoy from Russia, who hath brought a Letter from the great Duke or Emperor to this Queen. On Tuesday last he had his Audience. Some whisperings there are as if this State had meant to attempt upon that Country, and therefore the Duke hath sent this message to prevent it; and to signify withal, that he will be ready to join with this Queen, to help her against the Pole: But of this we have no certainty. Here is a rumour of an Extraordinary Ambassador coming hither from France, and another from Holland. You may expect within a little while some account of this Affair. The Swede will be put to it for a speedy answer. News here is none; all thing continue quiet. The Irish have of late had a general Fast, the occasion is not known unless to themselves, nor what expectation they have. Upon the March of Col. Morgan from Aberdeen, the Enemy hastened their march out of Murrayland towards Ross and the Hills; so that Colonel Morgan returned back to Aberdeen without doing anything against them; only Major Knight's Cornet with a party of that Regiment, took Glencairn's Capt. Lieut. And 5 horsemen, and sent them prisoners to Inverness. There being a party of Scotsmen who have formerly done good service in a familiar party, the Commander in chief gave them encouragement to raise about 40 horse, with which they have more advantage to come upon the enemy (by their Scotch tone) than our forces have. On Saturday last this party fell upon the Earl of Athol's Guards took a Capt. A Lieutenant, Cornet and 15 other prisoners, with 20 horse, and killed 9 or 10 in all: and 2 or 3 days before sent in a Captain and another horseman prisoners, to Dundee. The Ministers in these parts daily praying for Charles Stuart as their King, for which they pretend conscience, the Commander in chief hath secured divers of them. There is a very strange report here, That the Lord of Seafort hath stormed our Fort island with 1400 men, and taken it, which I cannot believe, in regard the Governor there was confident to defend it against thousands yet it is certain that Seafort was preparing to attempt it, & we had no ship on those coasts. An entertainment was given to his Highness the Lord Protector, in a very magnificent manner, by the city of London. His Highness being very nobly attended by his council and the Officers of the Army, his own Life guard and many persons of honour, was met by the Lord Mayor and the men his brethren at Temple-Bar where his Highness alighting out of his Coach, took horse. The Recorder presented the and duty of the City in an eloquent Speech; the Streets Railed all along from the Temple with seats (wherein sat all the Companies of the City in their Livery-Gowns) as far as Grocer's Hall, which was the place appointed to Feast his Highness. Being come in, the Recorder made another Speech (but more brief) to let his Highness understand how happy the City were in the enjoyment of his Person. After he had done, his Highness having retired himself awhile above stairs, came down to dine in the great Hall, where he sat in the middle of a long Table his Son the Lord Henry on the left hand, and the Lord Mayor on the right, and on each side of them the Council, General Monk Commissary Gen. Whalley, and Mr. Claypole, Master of the horse to his Highness, being entertained (besides Cheer ) with Music, Voices, Drums, and Trumpets. After this his Highness was conducted upstairs again by my Lord Mayor, to a noble Banquet. This being done, his Highness departed, being played out by Hautboys and other loud Music. In all which this famous City have by these solemn expressions of affection to his highness, given a good example to the rest of the Nation, being sensible of the great benefits they are like to enjoy under his Protection and Government. In reference to the late established Government by a Lord Protector and a Parliament. Fit to be perused by all. To be sold at the several Booksellers' shops.

Mercurius Politicus, Issue 191

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☞ The Proposals and Demands of his Highness the Lord Protector, to the Lord Ambassadors from the States of Holland, on Monday last at Whitehall, upon their great Conference and Treaty, touching the Dominion of the Sea, and the Customs of Queen Elizabeth. With their Lordship's Answer thereunto; And their departure from London on Tuesday night last. The setting forth of the two great Fleets from Denmark and Holland; the landing of 500 piece of Canon from Sweden; and great store of Arms and Ammunition sent from most parts of Christendom. The advancing of the English Fleet against them; and the new Oath and Engagement to be taken and subscribed by all the forces both by Sea and Land. The arrival of the Lord Ambassador Whitlock at the Court of Sweden; and her Majesty's gracious Resolution. The coming up of the Highlanders within ten miles of Edinburgh, and the cruel murder, & bloody execution done up on the English. From Friday the 30 of December, to Friday the 6 of January. 1654. The last Letters from Holland certify us, That the whole country is full of discourses, concerning the Treaty, and that the Queen of Sweden's Ambassador is come to the Hague, and earnestly solicits the States in the name of her Majesty, that there may be a fair correspondence betwixt England and Holland; But the French Agent Monsieur Chanu, solicits for a compliance betwixt them and his Master the King of France; and offers, if they will break the Truce with Spain, four millions yearly for the defraying of the charges of the War, and 6000 men, besides 30 good ships to join with the Dutch fleet. Now if the Swedish Ambassador can prevail for an accommodation with this Commonwealth, without doubt the Airy Monsieur will be slighted; otherwise, it is probable they will strike up a Bargain. This day the Lord Protector with his Council and Officers of the Army kept a solemn Humiliation at Whitehall, where M. Lockier, M. Thomas Goodwin, and M. Sterrey prayed and preached That the Administration of the Government shall be in the Lord Protector assisted with a Council, not to exceed 21. nor less than 13. That all Writs, Patents, Grants, &c. shall run in the name of the Lord Protector, and he shall have the power of Pardons, and benefit of all Forfeitures for public use. That his Highness by the advice aforesaid, shall direct in all things, concerning the holding and keeping a good correspondence with foreign Kings, Princes, and States, and also with the consent of the Council, have the power of peace and war. That the Laws shall not be altered, suspended, abrogated or repealed, nor any new Law made, nor any Tax, Charge or Imposition laid upon the people, but by common consent in Parliament; save only that the Lord Protector with the consent of the major part of the Council, for prevention of dangers both by Sea and Land, shall have power to raise money for the purposes aforesaid, and to make Laws for the peace and welfare of the Nation, which shall be binding until order be taken in Parliament concerning the same. That there shall be a Parliament summoned to meet at Westminster on the 3d of September, 1654. and so successively every 3 Years. That the number shall not exceed 400, for England, Wales, the Isles of Jersey, Guernsey, and the Town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, viz. For the County of Bedford, Town and Boroughs 6 For the county of Berks, &c. 6 For the county of Bucks, &c. 8 For the county of Cambridge, and Isle of Ely, &c. 8 For the county of Chester 5 For the county of Cornwall 12 For the county of Cumberland 3 For the county of Derby 5 For the county of Devon 20 For the county of Dorset 10 For the county of Durham 3 For the county of York 12 For the county of Essex 16 For the county of Gloucester 6 For the county of Hereford 6 For the county of Hartford 7 For the county of Huntington 4 For the county of Kent 18 For the county of Lancaster 8 For the county of Leicester 6 For the county of Lincoln 16 For the county of Middlesex 6 For the city of London 6 For the county of Monmouth 3 For the county of Norfolk 16 For the county of Northampton 8 For the county of Nottingham 6 For the county of Northumberland 5 For the county of Oxford 8 For the county of Rutland 2 For the county of Salop 8 For the county of Stafford 6 For the county of Somerset 16 For the City of Bristol 2 For the county of Southampton 14 For the county of Suffolk 16 For the county of Surrey 10 For the county of Sussex 14 For the county of Westmerland 2 For the county of Warwick 7 For the county of Worcester 7 For the county of Wilts 14 For the county of Anglesey 2 For the county of Brecon 2 For the county of Cardigan 2 For the county of Carmarthen 2 For the county of Carnarvon 2 For the county of Denbigh 2 For the county of Flint 2 For the county of Glamorgan 3 For the county of Merioneth 1 For the county of Montgomery 2 For the county of Pembroke 3 For the county of Radnor 2 That a Parliament being chosen of four hundred persons, sixty of them shall be deemed the Parliament of England, &c. And the Supreme Legislative Power is to reside in the Lord Protector and such a Parliament. The Parliaments are not to be adjourned, or dissolved without their own consent during the first three months of their sitting, and in case of future War with any foreign Nation, a Parliament shall forthwith be summoned for their advice concerning the same. That a constant yearly Revenue shall be settled for the maintaining 10000 Horse and Dragoons, and 20000 Foot in the 3 Nations, for the security of them, and a convenient number of ships for guarding the Seas, and two hundred thousand pound yearly to defray the necessary charges for the expenses of the Government, which Revenue is to be raised by the Customs, and such other ways as the Lord Protector and his Council shall think fit. That in case there needs not so great a defence either at Land or Sea, that an abatement be made, and the money saved to be kept in bank for the public service. That the Lands, Rents, and Royalties yet unsold or indisposed by Parliament belonging to the Commonwealth (except the Forrests, Honours, and Manors belonging to the same, and some Lands forfeited in Ireland and Scotland, and the Lands of some Papists and Delinquents in England) be vested in the Lord Protector to hold to him and to his Successors. That the Christian Religion contained in the Scriptures be held forth, and that a provision less subject to scruple and more certain than the present be made for the encouragement of painful Teachers, and confusion of Errors, and that to the public Profession held forth none shall be compelled by penalties, and that all such as profess Faith in God by Jesus Christ, though differing in judgement from the Doctrine publicly held forth, shall be protected in the profession of the said Faith and exercise of their Religion, so as they abuse not this liberty; provided it extend not to Popery or Prelacy. The Oath taken by his Highness Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector was (some prelibations being before made) in these words. I do accept, and take upon me the protection, and Government of these Nations in the manner as large expressed in the Form of Government, and I do promise in the presence of God, that I will not violate, or infringe the matters, or things contained therein, but to my power will observe the same, and cause them to be observed, and shall in all other things to the best of my understanding govern these Nations, according to the Laws, Statutes, Customs, seeking their peace, and causing Justice, and law to be equally administered. Further from Scotland advertiseth, That the Highlanders go on abundantly with their Levies, and grow numerous, their Gen. Kenmore lies up towards the Bray of Mane, and in the Glens that way, and Glencairn, with a company of sturdy Redshanks, towards the Brae of Stermont and Angus: who lately advanced with a party to Levingston house about ten miles from Edinburgh, and fell upon some of col. Morgan's Dragoons, whom they barbarously murdered, ripping up their bellies, and cutting off their heads. Gen. Monck, and Gen. Pen, with the English fleet are put out from Stoaks Bay to sea, consisting of 50 stout men of war; and that the Nonsuch frigate has taken a sweet and delicate prize, laden with Sugar and Wines; but great was their danger to have purchased them at a very dear rate; for upon their boarding her, the Dutch laid several Trains of match and powder to blow them up; but by the glimpse of one that wanted not above an inch of burning to the powder, the plot was prevented, and the conspirators all scattered. But these joys were soon clouded with the dismal News of the taking of two English ships, carrying 38 guns, and laden with Masts, pitch, tar, cordage, and other excellent commodities. His Highness the Lord Protector, with his honourable Council, had the large and last conference (at Whitehall) with the Dutch Ambassadors, where his Highness insisted upon the ensuing Propositions, V I L. 1. That Satisfaction be given for all the Injuries and Wrongs sustained by the English, since the first Affront offered by Vantrump upon the Downs. 2. That they shall pay the same contribution and custom for fishing upon the Narrow seas, as was formerly paid in the days of Queen Elizabeth. 3. That the Dominion of the seas be invested upon the English, that all such Vessels whatsoever that carries the Dutch colours, strike sail unto the ships of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, or Ireland. 4. That Security be given, for performance of all the particular Articles contained in the Treaty, &c. To which, the Lord Ambassadors returned answer, That they could not assent unto the Proposals, without further Instructions; & desired a convoy for their own country, whereby they might return an Account of the Transactions of the Treaty, and be empowered with further Instructions, if convenient. Whereupon a convoy was appointed, and this evening (about 9 of the clock) they launched forth in a stately Barge towards Gravesend. The Spanish and Portugal Ambassadors have likewise congratulated his Highness, and have so far agreed, that the Lord Pontania Sasa (brother to the Portugal, be removed from Newgate to the Tower of London. 'Tis reported, that there is an eminent person escaped out of the Tower: But of this, more in my next. In Whitechapel below the Church over against the Stile that goes to Stepney, in Trumpet yard, dwells L.M. Student in Mathematical Physic, who cureth the Tysick and Cough of the Lungs, the swelling of the Spleen, and deafness of the ears, pestilent Fevers, all sorts of Agues; of which cure he never failed; and hath cured many that have been thought incurable. If you enquire at the white Lyon in Whitechapel; or at the Angel in Cornhil near the Royal Exchange, they will direct you to him. The History of New England, from the English planting in the year 1628. until the year, 1652. Take this from France the 29 of Decemb. His Majesty with the Brother, the Cardinal Mazarini, and many Noblemen went to Chaliot to visit the late Queen of England, who is very much employed for the advancing her new Convent there: being she can do little good elsewhere, Prince Rupert is expected here from Nants, having made an end of telling these ships and goods, which he had sent before, or brought along with him thither, and according to the French relation, the Cardinal Mazarine compelled him to make full restitution of the last ship and goods taken upon the English. From Venice: There are coming two ships lately from Candia that bring news how the Generalissimo Foscole continuing to be dangerous sick, the Proveditor Morisini hath taken upon him the or absolute command, and hath brought one part thereof into the Archipelago: partly to keep his men in exercise, as also to take the contributions which this State doth raise yearly upon those Islands: we hear also that the ships lately gone from hence, were safely arrived in Candia, the Commissary Francisco Barbaro being gone hence with a considerable sum of money for the pay of the soldiery. There fell a Thunderbolt lately at Tina, where it hath consumed a Magazine, wherein was besides other Ammunition, two hundred and fifty Barrels of powder, and a Church that was near it. That some of our forces being landed at Spina Longa, had got a good booty upon our enemy, and besides, had destroyed all the salt Pans which yield the Turk a very considerable sum yearly. Further from Paris January 3. stilo novo. We have here a strong report that P. Rupert is come to this City and about 20 men with him: others affirm he will be here tomorrow. We hear also that the Prince was yesterday at Orleans, and within two days will be in this City; thereupon his servants make all things ready for his reception: there is certain advice come from Brest, that there was arrived there, from the Straits nine ships of the King's, to what end or upon what design is not known. The first instant, being New Year's day, the King, his brother, with the Cardinal Mazarini, went into one of the Jesuits' Convents, where they assisted at evening prayer; there was at present the titular King of Scots, with his two brothers the Dukes of York and Gloucester; after all was done, a collation was prepared for them, and then departed, the King, and his Brother, and the cardinal Mazarini returned to the Louvre, and other others to the Royal Palace. There are come into Deal Road, several Merchants' ships, who are most of them bound for London, among them are the two Morlex ships, besides divers others that are come from other places from the Southward; there are also many ships bound for Malaga, the canaries, and the West-Indies, who expect a fair wind, and a good convoy. The Spanish Ambassador sent lately to the Lord Protector, to acquaint his Highness that he had something to tender to his consideration, and would be ready to attend his Highness when he would appoint the time; and the next day was the time appointed: at which time he congratulated his Highness in his new place of Government. We have not had any news from Ireland of late considerable, only the last Letters say, that about 60 Tories were lately seen in a party, and about 30 in another, within 30 miles of Kilkenny. It seems their chiefest time is in the Winter; for by the swiftness of their feet, and the advantage of long and dark nights, they use to filch and steal away the cattle from the English. From aboard the Marmaduke Frigate it is certified, that we have a very gallant Fleet of near 80 sail already fitted, and upon the Downs, or gone forth in service. Two Dutch prizes were brought in last Friday, and one small French vessel. We have a squadron gone Westward, and some towards Harwich, besides Scouts which ply up and down; 16 sail more are in the Hope, which we expect shortly. Some Seamen and others have lately been punished for criminal offences. Letters from Holland say, that they are building 30 more new Frigates which will be ready to launch about the beginning of February, when (they say) their whole Fleet shall come forth: they do what they can to maintain Trade abroad, and say, if the Treaty with England break off, it will prove a very hot summer. Middleton hath sent some Skellams to Scotland, gathered up of several nations. The Agents for Charles Stuart speak against his going thither, till he see if they will stand a field fight. Many here are for peace, and many against it; they also speak of great divisions in England. There is a speech of declaration coming forth of the States of the United Provinces, of which more hereafter. Presents us with the mighty preparations for war from Holland, and of their building and setting forth ships from all ports, where are arrived abundance of shipping from all parts, with Ordnance, Arms, and Ammunition; and that the 500 piece of canon sent from Sweden are planted aboard their new frigates. Eight of our Newfoundland ships taken by the Dutch, are made men of war; but can by no means possible supply them with men. Notwithstanding, they have a great Navy to launch forth, and Gen. Monck is in a posture to receive them. Unto whose assistance, Gen. Blake is advancing. The Danes are likewise equipping a great fleet; but the Queen of Sweden works a most admirable interposit on upon them; from whence we have received intelligence, That her Royal Majesty has entertained the Lord Ambassador Whitlock in great state and honour, and it is supposed, his Lordship will have a greater influence upon the gallantry of that Royal Horizon, than ever any Deputies from the christian princes yet ever had. By an Express from Pembroke it is certified, That there hath happened a most dreadful Thunder, strange Lightning, and lamentable Rain, the like not seen, nor heard of in many Ages: For not only many houses were laid waste; but divers cattle destroyed: insomuch, that the poor people make many constructions; but the Lord speak peace to them. His Highness the Lord Protector, and his honourable Council, have spent much time in settling of the public Affairs of the Nation; and col. Ingoldsby's Regiment have taken the new Oath and Engagement to be true and cordial to the present Government, as it now stands established. The like is to be taken throughout all the Regiments in England, Scotland, and Ireland; and with great acclamations of joy have many already subscribed. Whitehall is making ready with all expedition for his Highness, and Officers of Honour will suddenly be made choice of to attend the Court; and congratulate so pious, worthy, and renowned an Assertor, of England's just Rights, Liberties, and privileges. Licensed and entered according to the late Act for Printing. London, Printed by R. WOOD, 1653.

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From Monday, Decemb. 19. to Monday, Decemb.26. 1653 By Letters from Dalkeith 13 Decemb. came as followeth. The Enemies dispersing themselves into several parts, is confirmed, They are now endeavouring to reduce their Levies into form, by laying the same equally upon all the nearest Parishes to the Hills; but their demands so high, That it's impossible that the Country (though willing) should be able to bear them. We have information, that Kenmore will use all his endeavours to raise and force Men, Horses, and monies in the South, and will have something from the borders of England, where he intends to make some inroads, unless prevented, which is the more probable by that information from Durham, That 20. Horse well mounted went through that Town on Tuesday last by break of day, and the like number, (amongst which Col. Wogan is reputed to be) lay at Peblis on Saturday night last; and the last Sunday morning some of their royal plunderers met with the Post-boy (going with London letters) near Haddington, took away his Horse and letters, and the poor Coat, Belt, and twenty pence in money. A party of Horse being from a Garrison of ours at Dublain the other night took one Major Murrayhead a prisoner at War (and for whom security was given) going to the Hills, they do much encourage their Levies by a report, That their King is come into Holland, and that Col. Drummond is shipped with 1500 Volunteers, Arms, and Ammunition, and that the Dutch have now left treating with the English: with all which they have a Post to be come from their King. From old Montrose the same date with the former thus. Captain Lisle being in his quarters at old Montrose, in the County of Anguish, received intelligence, upon Friday the ninth of this instant, about 8 of the clock, that there was a Regiment of the enemy's Horse quartered within 8 or 9 miles of him; of which Regiment the Lord of Kinnoole is Colonel, and one David Ramsey Lieut. Col. Upon which intelligence, he forthwith sent to Col. Rich his own Troop to meet him, with all convenient speed that might be, at Brechin, being a place where past of Major Bramstone's Dragoons are quartered, and in the way to the enemy's quarters, and they meeting according to order, he and they, with part of Major Bramston's Dragoons and 12 Foot-Soldiers, which he mounted out of his own quarters of old Montrose; about 4 of the clock in the morning, marched out of Brechin, and in the break of the day, fell into the enemy's quarters, where by the providence of God, there was taken two Captains, one Cornet, one Quartermaster, a Corporal, and twenty private Soldiers, and about 40 Horse, and some Arms; for the Captains before they would be taken, suffered the House to be fired about their ears, so that there was divers Arms lost in the fire: there was 3 killed, and thanks be to God this was done without any hurt on our side, save only there was one man wounded by a shot in the thigh: the Lord of Kinnoole, and Lieut. Col. Ramsey, with about 30. of their Soldiers being quartered in a very strong stone House, by that means escaped from us. And by that time Cap. Lisle was in his quarters upon Saturday at night, there came Orders from Col. Morgan, that he with his Troop should meet Colonel Morgan near Thornton the next morning early, which accordingly he did, where met likewise Col. Rich his Troop, Major Bramston's Troop of Dragoons, and a commanded party of Foot of about 30. in number from Dunotter Castle. And with this party we marched 6 or 7 miles into the Highlands, and again fell into the Lord of Kinnoole's quarters, where we took about 7 or 8 prisoners, and about 18 Horse, killed one, and rescued the Lord of Egle's sheriff for that part of the Country, whom they had taken prisoner from his own House the day before, Kinnoole and Ramsey themselves very hardly escaping, the whole Regiment totally dispersed; but our Horses were so spent, and the way so troublesome, because steep Rocks, and dangerous bogs, and night coming on, that we were constrained to leave off the pursuit. A List of the prisoners taken in the Lord Kinnoole's Regiment. Cap. Michael Belford Gen. Bruce J. Braud Cap: Wil: Blare J. Macklane G. Mat. Donald. L. J. Ramsey Wil: Fife Ar: Walle Cornet Wil: Grier D. Cuttinangus J. Paterson George Flike David Lanson Wil: Fumiston J. Martin Jem. Gardner Alex Goodley Francis Sharp Rob. Swan Hen. Man. David Ramsey These were taken upon Saturday the 10. of Decemb. 1653. with 40 Horse, by Cap. Edmund Lisle. This day his Highness the Lord Protector, was proclaimed by sound of his Trumpet in the Palace yard at Westminster, at the old Exchange, and several other places in London: Divers of the Council, and the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen in their Robes; together with three Sergeants at Arms, with their Maces, and the Heralds in their Ornaments, attending. The tenor of the Proclamation was as followeth. By the Council a Proclamation Whereas the late Parliament dissolving themselves, and resigning their Powers and Authorities, the Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, by a Lord Protector, and successive triennial Parliaments, is now established; and whereas Oliver Cromwell, Captain-General of all the Forces of this Commonwealth, is declared Lord Protector of the said Nations, and hath accepted thereof: We have therefore thought it necessary (as we hereby do) to make publication of the Premises, and strictly to charge and command all and every person and persons, of what quality and condition soever, in any of the said 3 Nations, to take notice hereof, and to conform and take notice hereof, and to conform and submit themselves to the Government so established. And all Sheriffs, Mayors, Bailiffs, and other public Ministers, and Officers, whom this may concern, are required to cause this Proclamation to be forthwith published in their respective Counties, Cities, Corporations, and Market-Towns, to the end, none may have cause to plead ignorance in this behalf Given at Whitehall the 16 day of Decemb. 1653 We gave you the last week an account of the manner of the Instalment of the Lord Protector, some further of the frame and constitution of the Government now established, (so much enquired into) this may be added, That we shall have Triennial Parliaments, and the first to begin on the third of Septemb. Next, and so from 3 years to 3 years. That Parliaments shall be chosen by the people, according to certain qualifications set down in the said Parchment. That the time of their sitting shall be for five months. That such Laws as shall be agreed on in Parliament, shall be presented to the Lord Protector for his assent; which if it not be obtained within 20 days, then those Bills shall pass notwithstanding, and become Laws in full force and virtue. Strict provision is made also for the succession of Parliaments, the management of Elections, and of Returns to be made by the several Sheriffs of the persons elected. That the Lord Protector shall govern with the advice and consent of his Council, the number of whom shall not be less than thirteen, and not exceed twenty one. That all Writs, Process, &c. shall issue forth in the name of the Lord Protector; That Articles of War shall be made good, That the Ministry of the Gospel shall be maintained, and the present way of their maintenance continued, till some other way more convenient shall be found out and provided. All Magistracy to be derived from him, all hours to be conferred by him, Peace and War to be made by him, and the Militia by Sea and Land to be ordered by His Highness, and the major part of His Council. From Hamburg Dec. 6. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock safely arrived at Gottenburgh, Nov. 15. where he stayed some days in expectation of an Answer to certain Letters of his, which he had sent to the Queen. The Dutch here say that the treaty with you in England will come to nought, and that you will thereupon go together by the ears more fierce than ever: certainly that people mean nothing for they in all these parts hold up their violent malice against England, and have Letters constantly out of their own Country, which augment their disaffection abroad, and show what temper the rest are of at home. From Gothenburg Nov. 2. S.V. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock arrived here upon the 15 instant with all his retinue; they are a gallant company consisting of at least 50, or 100 persons; he is yet here, and I suppose will stay yet not 10 days, till he get the answer of those Letters he sent to Court since he came hither; he came a shore the same day he arrived here, so that the Magistrates here had no opportunity to receive his Lordship as they intended, but having been extremely civil unto him since, which he doth himself acknowledge; The convoy which came along with the Merchant's ships are yet here, which will now get the good company of the Phnix and Elizabeth Frigates, which came with my Lord over. By Letters from Stockholm I have that there was three Holland's Fly- boats laden with great Guns for Holland. I have acquainted his Excellency with it, and doubt not but some course will be taken for the interception of the same. From Madrid the 10 of Nov 1653. The King hath been for near a month at the Escurial but is returned this week back to this City in perfect health; There hath been lately a great alteration made at Court among the great ones who have been renounced from their places of authority, and exchange made one for the other. By the last Post arrived here from Biscay; we hear that our Fleet which was in the River of Bordeaux, is safely arrived into St. Scbustians. This week died in his Lodgings at Court, the Earl de Figneyro Lord Steward to the Queen. We hear from Leghorn by Letters of the 22 last past, that 36 Galleys of Naples, to whom was joined two great Dunkirk men of War had met with some French Merchant ships, and after a great fight had seized upon them, and carried them into Portolongow. From Scarborough the 12 of Decemb. 1653. the last week a private man of War brought in a Dutch prize into Burlington Bay, where having not remained long, he sent her up to Hull, the ship is of burthen about 150 Ton, her loading for the most part Nantes Wines, with some Vinegar: there hath passed before this Town the last week a good number of ships, who sailed to the Northward, the most part being bound to Newcastle, and the rest for Berwick, and Scotland: we have not been of late troubled much with the Dutch Picaroons, neither do I hear that they have done us any harm of late in these parts. Frankfurt the 10th of Decemb. 1653. We hear from Vienna thus. That the Earl de Bouchaim, Lieut. Gen. for the Emperor in Hungary, is come back from thence in that City, having first visited all the frontier places of that Kingdom, and left them in a very good condition able to resist the Turks, who have not made any invasion since the coming thither of some high Dutch Regiments. From Regensburg. This week deceased here the Earl of Losenstein, one of the Emperor's privy Council: the Diett is not yet ended, there being so many businesses in agitation, that either it must yet continue a long time, or else leave many things undecided till the next Diett, chiefly, that great point concerning the Duke of Lorrain: some of the States of the Empire finding many difficulties in point of security, about the payment of the first hundred thousand Rich Dollars. Dom John de Borgia Ambassador in Ordinary for Spain, is gone from hence, taking his journey for Flanders. The King of Denmark is still at Copenhagen, and hath lately sent more ships to the Sound, for the better preservation of that place from any foreign invasion. The difference between the Elector of Cullen, and that City, is not yet ended, which is great prejudice to that City, by reason the said Elector doth wholly stop their trading upon the Rhine; but there are mediators employed for reconciling of both parties, if it may be done upon reasonable terms, which as yet seemeth to be difficult, time will produce more. A Proclamation of his Highness, with the consent of his Council, for continuing all Persons being in office for the Execution of Public Justice at the time of the late change of Government, until his Highness's further Direction. Oliver, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, considering, that whereas the exercise of the chief Magistracy, and the administration of Government within the said Commonwealth, is invested and established in his Highness, assisted with a Council, And left thereupon the settled and ordinary course of Justice in the Commonwealth (if remedy were not provided) might receive Interruption, His Highness in His Care of State, and Public Justice thereof (reserving to future consideration the reformation and redress of any abuses of Misgovernment, upon better knowledge taken thereof) is pleased, and doth hereby expressly signify, declare and ordain, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, who have power until the meeting of the next Parliament to make Laws and Ordinances for the peace and welfare of these Nations, where it shall be necessary, which shall be binding and in force until Order shall be taken in Parliament concerning the same, That all persons who on the tenth day of this instant December were duly and lawfully possessed of any place of Judicature, or Office of Authority, Jurisdiction or Government, within this Commonwealth, shall be, and shall so hold themselves continued in the said Offices and places respectively as formerly they held and enjoyed the same, and not otherwise, until his Highness's pleasure be further known; And all Commissions, Patents, and other Grants, which respect or relate unto the doing and executing of public Justice, and all Proceedings of what nature soever, in Courts of Common Law, &, or in the Court of Admiralty, or by Commissioners of Sewers, shall stand and be in the same and like force to all intents and purpose is the same were on the said to tenth day of this instant December, until further Order given by his Highness therein, And that in the mean time (for preservation of the public Peace, and necessary proceedings in matters of Justice, and for Safety of the State) all the said Persons, of whatsoever Place, Degree, or Condition, may not fail every one severally according to his respective Place, Office or Charge, to proceed in the performance and execution of all Duties thereunto belonging, as formerly appertained to them and every of them, whilst the former Government was in being. Those of His Highness Council already chosen, and which now fit in the old Council Chamber at Whitehall, are these so showing, viz. Major General Lambert Colonel Peter Jones Major Gen. Desborough Colonel Mountain, Mr. Henry Lawrence Rich: Major, Sir Charles Worsley, Walt: Strickland, Esq; Colonel Sydenham, Sir Gilbert Pickering, Francis Ross, Esquire. Major Gen. Skippon, Philip Lord Viscount Lisle, Sir Anthony Ashley Cooper. By the last Letters from Naples thus. The Earl of Castriglio our new Vice-king is arrived from Sardinia to Pesilippo with his Lady, and a numerous train of followers, and being landed was brought to the Palace belonging to the Duke OF Fruelia, who had caused it to be made ready for him; and the same day sent his Majesty's Letter to the Earl de Ognate late Vice-king, who is now preparing to embark and go for Genoa: There was lately taken in this City many thieves, who used to do much hurt every night by killing and breaking open houses; being brought to their trial, two were condemned to be hanged, 5 to be whipped, and two sent to the Galleys during life. From Venice thus: We hear from Levant by way of Otranto, that the great Vizir had sent an express to Vissam Bashaw to command him to return home, and with many fair promises, that after some conference with him of what is most convenient to be done the next Summer upon the grand Design they have had for many years to conquer Candia; this being done he is to be sent thither again: but he dispatched away the Express with Letters, wherein he desireth to be excused, and this Vessel being taken by a French man of War, the letters were found, and the business discovered. We hear from Corfu that the Turks intend to send twenty two men of War into our Gulf, thereby to spoil our trade, and do us much mischief, which to prevent, the General Delfino in Dalmatia hath sent a squadron of Ships and Galleys to oppose them at Casilenovo, thereby to secure those parts from foreign invasion. From Turin: The Enemy hath his Headquarters at Gattinara, and most of their Army is gone to Winter quarters, their being only a party of horse left to observe our motion, which is but slow; the condition of our Army and the season not permitting either of us to undertake any considerable action, which we must refer till the next war. Paris December 21. The last Letters from Lyons do confirm unto us the great division happened lately in Avignon between the Gentry and the Citizens, both parties being very much enraged one against the Court of Rome intended to have sent thither one of the Cardinals to have ended the Controversy, but upon deliberation it was resolved, that the Archbishop who commands there in chief for the Pope, shall have a power to hear both parties, and to put an end to all controversies, he having a full and strong Commission sent him to that purpose. We hear from Marseilles, that there is a great preparation at Toulon for a Fleet to be ready against next March; those men of war who were gone out with Letters of Mart being all commanded to come in by the next month; in the mean time great store of Bisket is providing, a great quantity of Arms and Ammunition, so that it is like to prove some great enterprise, the common report goeth that it is to relieve Rosa; but there is no need of so great preparations for that work, but it is more probable that this project is carried on, to begin a new War in the kingdom of Naples. The Duke of is waiting with much impatience fro the Coming of the King in our parts, which is not like to be sooner than February next. From Bordeaux we hear little: the Plague doth still continue there, but many write that it is not so violent as formerly: they see with mournful eyes, the new raising of the two yokes which the Court pleased to lay upon their necks by the rebuilding of the two Castles: they have as yet little or no trade, the Spanish men of war being still about the mouth of the river: The Court is here very merry after their great success this last Summer; the Prince of Conti is still expected but not come as yet: The Duke of Orleans is also at his house, and no means can prevail with him to draw him to the Court: The Duke of Beauford hath been there lately, but is gone from thence now: The Chamber Ardenn hath not of late done anything: our Archbishop doth continue to be sick: The Cardinal de Retz remaineth close prisoner, and not well in health. From the Hague December 19 thus. The people in these Lands say the Treaty hath been long in hand with England, that they fear nothing will come of it. It will be a difficult point to bring all the Statesmen here to agree about it, being all divided in Interest and opinion; some looking towards France, others towards Spain; some wedded to the Orange party and Charles Stuart, and think to support themselves by lending a shoulder to that broken Family. Some few also there are who are good Patriots, and they but few, who know, acknowledge, and desire an Union with England, as the great Interest of their Country, but can do nothing, because overpowered and outnumbered in all Councils. The truth of things, and the offers made by England to incorporate both Commonweals into one, are kept from the knowledge of the People, or else misrepresented to them, as if thereby England intended only to become Masters of themselves, their wealth, and their Trade and so the Bouteseus here do blast all belief of those Advantages that might come to the United Provinces by such an Incorporation; which would be a matter of so much consequence to Religion, and of Terror to the Popish party, that it is no wonder if all the Jesuits in Europe, (who are said to have a notable influence in the Dutch Council) employ all their Wits and Insinuations to hinder it. And therefore it is often beaten into the ears of the great ones here a Coalition (as the term is) with England, would soon take down the dignities of these Hoghens Moghens; so that rather than part with their High and Mighty Titles, they seem more ready to sacrifice Religion, and the Interest of the poor people, as the price of their ambition. It will and must be said so, and this people will at length understand it, if their Lords do neglect those great Advantages, which you in England have offered them by his Treaty. Which God bring to a good issue, if not yet concluded. What to think of it here, we cannot tell; for, great Preparations are going on here still. Much rejoicing here is at the Highlanders in Scotland, and much Talk about them. It's said, that some Supplies of Arms and Ammunition have been let go from hence, or that they shall go. If true, it's no good sign; nor can I tell what to think of the great preparations in hand in this Country against Spring, no less than thirty new Frigates now laid on the Stocks to be added to the former 30 already built. The whole Navy of old and new together, will be, they say, above 100 sail: besides, they will labour to hold up their Reputation in the Levant, by Lording it that way this next Summer: for, young Tromp is to go out of hand with 12 men of War to the Straits, and they have their eyes everyway, both at home and abroad, when activity portends more than ordinary Resolutions for Action. Edinburgh, Decemb. 18. Affairs here seem troublesome, though the Highlanders have for certain divided themselves, conceiving it for the present more for their accommodation and design, than in a body; Kenmore's territories is the West, Glasgow, and Marshes; Sir Arthur Forbes and Ramsey the Breas of the Hills in Angus and Mearnes; Earl of Athol in Athol and those Clans above St. Johnstons; Glencarn and Glengary towards the North parts about Innerness; and thus this new purloined Royal Army have disposed their Quarters; but a party of Horse from Hence with Col. Morgan, somewhat disturbed their Levies, in Angus: for they have taken about 40 men, and 60 horses, and had unregimented Kinnoule, if the hills had not been friend to a few. Dalkeith December 17 thus: The Enemy is departed from the hithermost parts of Athol, and gone to Kirkmichel in order to their march Northwards; as I am informed Kenmore and Glencarn are both there and their force reported to be 500 Foot and 500 Horse, but those that gave me information that saw them, affirm they are not half that number, they lie under very many discouragements, and every place is eaten up where they come:, that they are forced upon often removals; and now provision of Mutton and Beef begins to decay: I hear they intend for the North, that their quarters upon the Lowlands, may be more assured and broader, where they expect the Landing of foreign forces, Ammunitions and money from their Majesty, and the States of Holland. Athol doth nothing considerable; the people refuse to raise his men according to command, one that saw him and his Soldiers, sayeth, he hath not got above 40 foot, and Major Mercer is there with about 60 horse. Capt. Elsemore of Col. Riche's Regiment, sent out a party the other day from Drummond Castle, who took one Capt. Stewart who had a Commission from Lorne to raise Forces, and four others, and killed three on the place: The Marq; of Huntley died last week at his House of Bogy-geith. Berwick December 19. A private man of War, we have Intelligence hath brought into Holy Island two Dutch vessels coming from the East Country both being about one hundred and fifty Tons burthen, laden with Pitch, Tar, and the like commodities. From Falmouth the 19 instant: There are many Ships in this Harbour which are now all gone to their several intended Ports: The Dutch are still very busy in these parts, so that it is very hard to pass by the lands end without a good Convoy: they have we hear taken a Sip of London coming from New-England, laden with Masts, Beaver Skins, and the like commodities. Here have been some of the State's ships to wash and tallow, and to take in fresh water, but they are all at Sea again, there remaining none at present in this harbour. From Deale the 23. We have news this day that some of our Frigates have taken some Beclanders belonging to Calice, who were bound for Roan and Cane in Normandy, laden with divers sorts of commodities, and carried them into Stoaks Bay, where we hear that General Monk with his Squadron was about 4 days since: Those ships lately gone from hence bound for Pean are safely arrived there, and their Convoy is returned back. Further from Scotland, Dec. 19. The Enemies disperse themselves into several parts is confirmed; they are now endeavouring to reduce their Levies into form, by laying them upon all the nearest Parishes to the Hills, but their demands so high, that it is impossible the Country (though willing) should be able to bear them. We have information that Kenmore will use all his endeavours to raise and force men, horses, and monies in the South, and intends to make some Inroads into the borders of England, unless prevented; which is the more probable from the information from Durham, That 20 horsemen well mounted, and armed with pistols and swords went through that Town on Tuesday last by break of day amongst them a person of Quality. The same number and party lay at Pellis on Saturday night last, and with them Col. Wogan, formerly a Cap. of Dragoons in the Parliament's Army. Thursday night last Lieutenant Whitmore going with a party towards the Hills took one Major Morehead (a prisoner of War and yet upon parole and security) well mounted and armed, going to the Enemy, as himself confessed. They do much hearten their party, that their King come is come into Holland; that Col. Drummond is shipped with 1500 Volunteers, Arms, and Ammunition; and that the Dutch have left off treating with the English: withal which they feign a Post came lately from their King. On Friday morning last, a party of these Royal Pilferers met the Post-Boy going from Leith with Letters for London, and near Haddington took his Horse and Letters and some money, so that now it will be uncertain sending Letters without a Convoy. If anyone hath found a big Red Letter-Case, with an Order from the Trustees at Drury house, and other writings therein belonging unto one Mr. Lloyd, lost on Tuesday the 20. of this instant, let them give notice unto Mr. Thomas Jones a Girdler at Chancery lane end, or to Mr. Thomas Hartley housekeeper at Drury house, and they shall have satisfaction for their pains, with thanks. This is licensed and entered according to Order.

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The sumptuous manner of Crowning and Anointing his Majesty the most Christian King of France, at the City of Rheims; in the presence of the titular King of Scots, and the Dukes, Marquesses, Earles, and other of the Nobility there assembled The burning of the English Nunnery at Gravelin, and a great part of the Town. General Monk's driving the Scots up into the Mountains. The taking of divers prisoners, and further preparations for action on both sides. The daily proceedings of his Highness and his Council, and a transaction of Maritime affairs. From Wednesday May 24. to Wednesday May 31. 1654. A Dangerous Plot being discovered against the Lord Protector and his Council, his Highness set forth this Proclamation following. Whereas the enemies of the Peace of this Nation (notwithstanding the many signal Providences of God in frustrating of their former counsels and malicious designs) do appear still restless in their attempts, to involve this Commonwealth in blood and confusion. In order whereunto divers of them have lately repaired to London, as well from beyond the Seas, as from several parts of this Commonwealth. His Highness with the advice of his Council, hath therefore thought fit, and doth hereby expressly charge and command, that for the better discovery of persons ill affected to the Peace of this Commonwealth, the Constables of the respective Parishes within the Cities of London and Westminster, Borough of Southwark, and the Lines of Communication, do forthwith after the publication hereof, repair to the several houses within their respective Parishes, and require from the Householders a List of names of all such persons as now do, or did lodge in their respective houses on Friday night last being the 19. of this instant May, or at any time since, with their several qualities and conditions, and how long they have been lodged there. And all and every the said Householders, are accordingly to deliver to the said Constables, or one of them a true List of all such names, upon peril of being reputed and dealt withal as Complices and Partakers in the said designs. Which list so delivered, the respective Constables of the Parishes within the Cities of London and Westminster, Borough of Southwark and Lines of Communication, are within 48 hours to deliver to the Lord Mayor of London and Bailiffs of Westminster and Southwark respectively, whereof the said Constables are not to sail at their utmost peril. And the said Lord Mayor and Bailiffs are to return the Lists so to be by them received, to his Highness's Council at Whitehall, immediately after the receipt hereof. And his Highness doth likewise strictly command and require, that no person or persons whatsoever, lodging within the Lines of Communication, do change his or their several and respective lodgings, or depart out of the said Lines for the space of ten days after the date hereof, without licence and pass in that behalf obtained from the Lord Mayor of the said City of London, or Bailiff of Westminster or Southwark respectively, under their respective hands and seals, which pass the said Lord Mayor and Bailiffs of Westminster and Southwark respectively, are hereby authorized to give to all such persons concerning whom they shall be satisfied that they have no ill intentions or designs against the Commonwealth, and to none else. And if any such person shall presume to depart out of the said Lines, within the said time, without licence obtained as aforesaid, it shall be reputed a contempt of this his Highness's command, and punished according to its demerit. And the Lord Mayor of the City of London, and Bailiffs of Westminster and Southwark respectively, are to cause this proclamation forthwith, after publication thereof, to be sent to the several Constables as aforesaid, and to require and demand from an account of their proceedings thereupon. Paris 16 May 1654. The King goes this day towards Rheins in order to his Coronation, it is thought that he will make three days journey of it, and after that some time will be spent before all the Lords Spiritual and Temporal, which are summoned to appear, do come thither, yet it is probable that by the next we shall give you a full account of the whole solemnity. A Proclamation was this day published in the name of his Highness the Lord Protector, touching an Article of the agreement between his Highness, and the States of the United Netherland Provinces, which followeth in these words. Whereas by the thirtieth Article of the Peace made and concluded between his Highness the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Lords the States General of the United Provinces, it is concluded and agreed, That four Commissioners shall be nominated on both sides, to meet here at London, upon the eighteenth day of May one thousand six hundred fifty and four, old stile, who shall be authorized to examine and determine all the losses and injuries which either allege to have received from the other since the year, 1611. unto May 18, 1652. as well in the East-Indies, as in Greenland, Muscovy, Brazil, or in any other place; the particulars of all which shall be delivered in to the said Commissioners before the said 18 May, 1654. And whereas in pursuance thereof Commissioners are respectively named, viz. John Exton, William Turner, Doctors of Law, William Thompson, and Thomas Kendal Merchants, on the part of the English, and Adrian Van Almonde, Christian Van Rodenbure, Lodowick Howins, James Cysel, on the part of the people of the United Provinces, who not being able to meet so soon as the said 18 of May, it was mutually agreed, That the said meeting should be deferred unto 30 day of the same month of May, and that the particulars of the said Demands on either part, may be delivered in at any time before, or upon the 30 of May next, and that the same being delivered in before, or upon the said day, should be as effectual as if they had been exhibited on the 18 of May aforesaid. Which last agreement his Highness hath commanded by these presents to be made public, to the end all persons concerned may take notice thereof, and deliver in their demands to the Commissioners accordingly. The place of whose meeting is to be at Guildhall upon the 30 of May aforesaid. By Letters from Amsterdam it is certified, That the Princess of Orange with the young Prince her son, are gone from the Hague, to a Country house called Honstaerdiick, and after some stay there, they intend to go to Breda. There was great moan made and wringing of the hands by the meaner sort of women, at the passing away of the young Prince. The States General do sit again at the Hague, and are consulting how to lessen their charge by reducing part of their soldiery. Their Greenland Fleet is gone to Sea. From Bristol they write that the Brest men of War are very often seen upon that Coast, and the last week two of them came seeking of prey, quite up into the mouth of Severn, but found none that they durst venture on. By several Letters from Scotland as followeth, Inverness May 14. Middleton and the rest of his party that remains of those that are run to their own houses, are still in Southerland and Caithness, Col. Morgan's Brigade lies in the Shires of Ross and Inverness blocking them up as formerly; Drummond is about Lough Tay, and the Bailiff of Athol is gone to him, to advise concerning the speedy raising of all Gentlemen in that Country (for the Highlanders are no other) Montrose with about 450 horse and foot were lately in the Brays of Anguish, forcing men to rise with him: Glencairn we hear is gone South through the Brays of Renogh, and from the Hills we understand, the enemy's foot runs away by 30 and 40 in a company, and are necessitated to eat horse flesh where they go, provisions being so exceeding scarce in those parts. Stirling May 16. Thursday last the General came hither with part of Col. Okey's Regiment of horse, his own Regiment, and four Companies of Sir William Constable's of Foot, we hear nothing of any considerable part of the enemy being in these parts: only we have intelligence, That Captain Kympton Hilliard being marched towards Douglas, having intelligence, That Cardinesse, Forgison, and Wallace, with about 40 of the Rebels were about New Mills, resolved to engage them with 20 of his Troop, and a Sergeant that were with him, but upon a nearer approach found them above 60. ready mounted, and drawn up to receive him; notwithstanding which he continued his resolution, and upon his approach the Rebels seemed much to scorn the smallness of his number; but it pleased God so to order it, that after he had received their charge, he fell in upon them, and broke them, killed Cardinesses Cornet, and Forgisson's Cornet, and mortally wounded Lieut. Wallis, killed two horses of theirs, and took 4. The rest, although dispersed, got away being well mounted; He took 6 or 8 suits of Arms, being good Backs, and Breasts, most of the Enemy had the State's Mark. We had only two wounded, and after two hours keeping the field, he returned to Air. The Rebels were marching towards the Hills, but by this means it is supposed they will have no great mind to engage. This day the General and forces march from hence to Cardross, near the hills, where he will lie in the fields for some time; Glencairn is come with some Forces into those parts. Edinburgh May 20. Wednesday at night last some prisoners broke from their place of durance; but were most of them retaken within two days after. Middleton, Monro, Athol, and Forbs, are in Caithness with their broken Regiments; Kenmore remains sick in Sutherland, and hath been so for this month passed. Glencarn and Colonel Drummond, with some foot and horse lie at Abersoyl, the most considerable pass to and from the hills, about 12 miles from Stirling, General Monk is marched that way to observe the several passes upon the Brays, and to take some cause with them. Another Fleet of Coals came into the river of Thames from Newcastle. The Letters from Leith advertise, that the English squadron which are gone to the Northward, have taken two of the French Picaroons which had done much mischief upon that Coast. They also say that General Monk hath had a rendezvous near Glasgow, and that Colonel Pride's Regiment was expected to come up unto them. Whereas by an Act of Parliament, entitled, An Act for the draining of the great Level of the Fens, extending itself into the several Counties of Northampton, Norfolk, Suffolk, Lincoln, Cambridge, and Huntington, and the Isle of Ely, or some of them; William Earl of Bedford, Participants and Adventurers are thereby empowered to drain the said Level which is done accordingly, and so adjudged and to have for their recompense the proportion of 95000 Acres, which is also set out and assigned; In and by which Act there is not a full remedy provided to enforce the payment of Taxes, which shall be laid and assessed in order to the preserving of the said Level; For remedy whereof, and also for providing of all ways and means conducing to the preservation thereof; Be it ordained and established by his Highness the Lord Protector, with the consent of his Council, That upon any Tax or Taxes to be made or laid, in pursuance of the said Act, that it shall and may be lawful for any person or persons, by any Warrant under the Hands and Seals of any five or more of the said Adventurers or Participants of the said 95000 Acres (having 500 Acres a piece) not only to distrein upon the said Lands which are or shall be in arrear for such taxes, but in case of non-payment by the space of thirty days after the tax so in arrear, to sell the distress or distresses so taken, and the moneys arising by such sale or sales, to be employed as well to the satisfying of such Arrears of Taxes as to the payment of 2 s. in the pound for the Taxes so in Arrear, to the use of the said Earl, Participants and Adventurers, their Heirs and Assigns, for defraying Charges occasioned in and about such distresses and sales, rendering always the surplusage upon such sales, above the said arrear Taxes, and two shillings in the pound aforesaid, if any be, to the owner of the distresses, demanding the same. The news passeth current upon the Exchange, that there lately happened a great fire at Gravelin, which burned down the Covent of English Nuns, and a considerable part of the Town. This fire is said to begin rather by accident than of negligence. The Letters from France certify, That the King is now crowned at Rheins, and all the ancient ceremonies were then used, attended with as great pomp and state as hath hitherto been heard of. Charles Stuart and his brother the Duke of York were there. Before their going from Paris, Cardinal Mazarine made a Royal Feast for his Majesty and his Nobles. Many great robberies attended with most horrid and inhuman murders, have lately been committed in several parts of this Nation. General Pen is yet about the Downs with the Major part of our Fleet; but it is said, that a squadron will shortly be designed for the Straits. There is not any Letters as yet this week from Upsal in Sweden, but it is verily believed, that the Articles of Peace are signed and sealed and that the Lord Ambassador Whitlock is on his journey again for England. This week a ship was brought into Plymouth, wherein are many rich commodities, she is a French Bottom, and it's thought will prove prize. The Council of his Highness the Lord Protector sit very close, having before them many things of great concernment, which we hope will all conduce to the good of this Commonwealth, and more particularly those things propounded concerning the Law (which in itself is good) and the regulating the Courts of Justice. The Commissioners for trial and approbation of Ministers, sit on their usual days at Whitehall, there have been many brought before them, which have not been approved of. London, Printed by E. Alsop 1654.

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From Monday, May. 22. to Monday, May 29. 1654. Stirling May 18. General Monk marched yesterday from hence to Glasgow, where the two Regiments which came last into Scotland are to meet him. Col. Pride's Regiment (we hear) are within two or three day's march. The Enemy is stirring about in parties, and do most miserably rob and plunder the country where they come, but in a short time we shall drive them nearer together. Four persons have been hanged for Spies since Gen. Monk's coming into this country. Col. Cooper having occasion to send his wife and his Lieut. Col to the garrison of Ayr sent a convoy of 22. Dragoons with them: the Dragoons returning back met a party of the enemy ranging about the country, being 60 horse under the command of the Laird Cairdennis, who charged and routed them, killed the Laird Cairdennis himself, with two Cornets, and nine more upon the place, took divers horse and men, the rest fled. This is all the action done of late in these parts, we lost not a man, two were wounded, but are upon recovery. Upon the discovery of a bloody design against his Highness the Lord Protector, and this Commonwealth for involving the same again in blood, divers persons were apprehended, and some sent to the Tower. And for the better discovery of such persons as had any hand in that design, his Highness set forth this Proclamation following. Whereas the Enemies of the Peace of this Nation (notwithstanding the many signal Providences of God in frustrating of their former counsels and malicious Designs) do appear still restless in their Attempts, to involve this Commonwealth in blood and confusion. In order whereunto divers of them have lately repaired to London, as well from beyond the Seas, as from several parts of this Commonwealth. His Highness with the advice of his Council, hath therefore thought fit, and doth hereby expressly charge and command, that for the better discovery of persons ill-effected to the peace of this Commonwealth, the Constables of the respective Parishes within the Cities of London and Westm. Borough of Southwark, and the Lines of Communication, do forthwith after the publication hereof, repair to the several houses within their respective Parishes, and require from the Householders a List of the names of all such persons as now do, or did lodge in their respective Houses on Friday night last being the 19. of this instant May, or at any time since, with their several qualities and conditions, and how long they have been lodged there. And all and every the said Householders are accordingly to deliver to the said Constables, or one of them, a true List of all such names upon peril of being reputed and dealt withal, as Accomplices and Partakers in the said Designs. Which List so delivered, the respective Constables of the Parishes within the Cities of London, and Westminster, Borough of Southwark, and Lines of Communication, are within 48. hours to deliver the Lord Mayor of London, and Bailiffs of Westminster, and Southwark, respectively, whereof the said Constables are not to sail at their utmost peril. And the said Lord Mayor, and Bailiffs are to return the Lists so to be by them received, to his Highness's Council at Whitehall, immediately after the receipt hereof. And his Highness doth likewise strictly command and require, that no person or persons whatsoever lodging within the Lines of Communication, do change his or their several and respective lodgings, or depart out of the said Lines for the space of ten days after the date hereof, without a special Licence and pass in that behalf obtained from the Lord Mayor of the said City of London, or Bailiff of Westminster, or Southwark respectively, under their respective hands and seals; which pass the said Lord Mayor, and Bailiffs of Westminster and Southwark respectively, are hereby Authorized to give all such persons, concerning whom they shall be satisfied that they have no ill intentions or designs against the Commonwealth, and to none else, And if any such person shall presume to depart out of the said Lines, within the said time, without licence obtained as aforesaid, it shall be reputed a Contempt of this his Highness's Command, and be punished according to its demerit. And the Lord Mayor of the City of London, and Bailiffs of Westminster, and Southwark respectively, are to cause this Proclamation forthwith, after Publication thereof, to be sent to the several Constables as aforesaid, and to require and demand from them an account of their proceedings thereupon. Given at Whitehall 23 May. A Proclamation was this day published in the name of his Highness the Lord Protector, touching an Article of the agreement between his Highness, and the States of the united Netherland Provinces, which follows in these words. Whereas by the thirtieth Article of the Peace lately made and concluded between his Highness the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Lords the States General of the United Provinces, It is concluded and agreed, That four Commissioners shall be nominated on both sides to meet here at London, upon the eighteenth day of May, one thousand six hundred fifty and four, old style, who shall be authorized to examine and determine all the losses, and injuries which either allege to have received from the other, since the year one thousand six hundred and eleven, unto the eighteenth of May one thousand six hundred fifty and two, as well in the East Indies, as in Greenland, Muscovy, Brazeel, or in any other place; the particulars of all which shall be delivered in to the said Commissioners before the said eighteenth of May one thousand six hundred fifty and four. And whereas in pursuance thereof Commissioners are respectively named, viz. John Exton, William Turner, Doctors of Law, William Thompson, and Thomas Kendall, Merchants, on the part of the English; and Adrian Van Almonde, Christian Van Rodenbure, Lodovick Howens, James Oysel, on the part of the people of the United Provinces, who not being able to meet so soon as the said eighteenth day of May, It was mutually agreed, That the said meeting should be deferred unto the thirtieth of the same month of May, and that the particulars of the said Demands on either part may be delivered in at any time before, or upon the thirtieth of May next, and that the same being delivered in before, or upon the said day, should be as effectual as if they had been exhibited upon the eighteenth day of May aforesaid. Which last Agreement his Highness hath Commanded by these presents to be made public, to the end all persons concerned may take notice thereof, and deliver in their Demands unto the Commissioners accordingly. The place of whose meeting is to be at Guildhall upon the thirtieth of May aforesaid. Given at Whitehall the 24. of May, 1644. Dublin 14 May, Knowing not what Lands belong unto us towards the satisfaction of our arrears, the chief thing we want is a way to improve the same to the best advantage; and if any of our own Nation English would come over with a little money in their pockets, they might (for ought we know) improve it to as much advantage, as if they made a journey to the East Indies; we are all at peace and quietness here, and three or four together may travel a hundred miles an end if they will with a bag of money upon the end of a Pike staff. The greatest danger which hath appeared of late is at Sea, where the French Picaroons or Brest men of war are very active, and (as we hear ) have lately taken a ship going from hence for England, but there is a ship lately come into our ports from London laden with Arms and Ammunition. The Irish are not all come into Conough as yet, but Proclamation is made that such as are not already come in shall lose the privilege which was formerly granted, and lie under censure of loss of life and Estates if they come not in at, or before the first of June. Paris, 23. May 1654. The 8 instant the Princess of Conde petitioned the Parliament to have the sequestration taken off from her estate, but they refused, and referred the business to the King. The 15. day Cardinal Mazarini sumptuously feasted the King, Queen, the King's brother and several other Grandees at the Bots de Vincennes. The examinations of divers persons have been taken about the plot against the present Government before spoken of, and several persons remain under commitment, the names of some of them are these. Gilbert Gerhard Esquire, formerly an Officer for, and knighted by the late King; John Gerard brother to the said Sir G. Gerhard, Humphrey Bailey, Secretary to the Marques of Dorchester, otherwise called the Earl of Kingston, Sidney Fothersby, Thomas Teudor, John Jones an Apothecary, Mr. Hill, Mr. Brown; A Drapers man in PAUL'S Churchyard, a Milliners man in Cheapside near the Old Change, and some others. Sir, About four days since two ships belonging to the Dutch sailing from Holland towards France passed by us: at first when they got sight of our ships, they put up the Holland colours, and sailed on towards us: As soon as they came near one of our Frigates, they took in their Holland colours and put up a white flag of peace, which signal of theirs was answered from our ship. After which they took down their white Flag, and again spread their Holland colours, lowered their topsails on the cape, and so sailed under our stern. As the Dutch passed by they made great expressions of joy for the peace between their Commonwealth and ours. The Lord in mercy give us all hearts to in prove these great providences which his wisdom is pleased to dispense towards us poor worthless ones, and help us to seek after that peace which hath eternity written in it. May 13. 1654. Plymouth Sound 16 May, 1654. Sir Captain John Seaman Commander of the Dragon Frigate, with the Adventure Frigate, plying off Alderney, they met with a small Frenchman, which had been taken by an Ostender near Bell Island; Our Captains being informed that she was laden with Merchant's goods, sent her into Weymouth to have that business further examined. On the 10 instant, plying off Dartmouth they met with three Barks which belong to Lyn, and upon the desire of the Masters they convoyed them safe over Murleux, whither they saw them safe, and standing off again, met with 25 sail of Frenchmen, which were bound for Rochel to take in salt, and so on for the bank of Newfoundland, but before they got to Rochel they chased them half a day, but could take but three of them, because they steered so many courses: while we were upon the chase of them, our men descried another Fleet to the windward, which were found to be thirteen sail of Holland Merchant ships with one convoy in their company, he saluted ours with three guns, and some expressions of love, and so they passed on their voyage, and ours parted from them, and are now at present come into Plymouth Sound. The Letters this Day from Holland advertise, that the mouths of the averse party are pretty well stopped, and pacified, and the States have set forth this ensuing Declaration. The States General of the United Provinces of the Netherlands, to all persons to whom these presents shall come, greeting. Whereas (to the praise of Almighty God, the advancement of the general good of the united Provinces, and of every particular person,) Articles of peace; Union, and Confederation, are concluded and agreed between his Highness Oliver Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, and the States General of the United Provinces of the Netherlands, that they do acknowledge and submit to the said peace so Ratified, and to obey the Ratification in all places, without any breach hereof; upon pain of being punished as disturbers of the public peace, within expectation of any favour or grace, but to be proceeded against according to justice. Given at the meeting of the States General at the Hague 7. (alias.) 17 May, 1654. Jacob Vetch President pro tempore. N. Ruyseh, Clerk to the States General. A Son of the Earl of Salisbury's and some other persons of eminency are in question touching the plot before mentioned. We shall forbear to name them all, for that they stand upon their vindication. The Constables of London made a return of the names of Lodgers, according to the Proclamation before recited. The Treaty goes forward with the French Ambassador. From Amsterdam 16. May. We are here at quiet, and all parties pretty well satisfied. Our Merchants put out to sea as fast as they can, there is gone forth above 200. sail since the peace with England was concluded. Many commodities are come hither from England which we much wanted. The news that now troubles some Merchants upon the Burse is the taking of a ship richly laden & bound for the East Indies a little before the concluding of the peace, that she is already made prize and delivered at London: she is valued very high, and extraordinary well victualled with all kind of provisions for 200. men for two years. From Jersey thus. Lieut. Col. John Lilburn is well and merry, he hath a faire Chamber (which was once Mr. Prin's) and the benefit of the Leads to walk in, The Messenger which brought the Habeas Corpus to the Governor, was received with civility, and had the Governor's pass to carry him back. Part of our fleet met with about thirty sail of Hollanders upon this Coast on the 12 of this month and the Dutch gave us the ancient respect of Lowering their Top, and as they came near one another they showed large expressions of joy and friendship. All remarkable in the Letters out of Scotland by this Post is this. Gen. Monk had a Rendezvous near Glasgow, Middleton is said to be gone out of Southerland to join with Athol. We have taken a kinsman of the Earl of Seaford's and three Lords of the tribe of Glencarn. Middleton's brother whom we took about 10 days since is like to be tried for a Spy: two were hanged upon that account the last week. Last night our Scouts brought intelligence, that they heard a party of the Enemy was marched Westward. We are now driving on for action. There is lately published a special Tract entitled, The King's censure upon Recusants that refuse the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, by Thomas Marshall Minister of the Gospel, to be sold by Francis Coles in the Old Bailey. Another Book called Waters of March, drawn forth in two funeral Sermons, by Henry Hibbert Pastor of Trinity Church in Kingston upon Hull. The Post hanging Coaches do now go upon every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from the Swan at Holborn bridge to York in four days, and go to Newcastle in six.

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The Declaration and Proposals of the Lord Ambassadors from the States of Holland, to his Highness the Lord Protector, upon their receiving Audience in the Banqueting house at Whitehall, on Saturday last in the Afternoon. With the Articles of Agreement, for the ratifying, and settling of a firm and lasting Peace, and the taking of the Chairs of State this present Tuesday by his Highness and the said Ambassadors with the coming up of the Lord Williamson from the K. of Denmark, and his Majesty's Message to the Lord Protector. The going of the King of Scots into Germany. The setting forth of the fiery Crosses in the North, the revolting of some of the English soldiers, and the number taken and executed. London, Printed for G. Horton, to prevent all false Copies. The King of Scots (we hear) is going for Germany, being invited thither by the Princes, and his brother James is designed for Flanders, where the Arch Duke Leopold William (General for the King of Spain) is very potent. The Lord Digh is said to go along with him as Lieut. Gen. and Sir Lewis Dives as Maj. Gen. Marshal Thurene is preparing likewise to take the field. The Lord Inchiquin has received great command from the King, and is to command under Cardinal Mazarine. The Lord Jermin is Excluded from the Court, but the Lord Taass is taken in. Whereas the great point of Sovereignty and concernment to the safety and benefit of a Commonwealth, is the Electing and disposing of its own Magistrates, or the great Officers of State. And as for the present Council, and the election of them in the way it hath been: It must be remembered, that we were in the beginning of a new Government, necessitated to create a little World out of a Chaos, and bring Form out of Confusion; so that there was an absolute necessity, that some who are known to be persons of integrity, and firm for the present Settlement, should at the same instant be taken in, to carry on the work: which can be no ground of just exception, especially seeing for the future, Elections shall run in the appointed channel, where their streams are to flow from the People, and their original-Fountain. Yea, the high Office of Protectorship itself is to be derived also from hence; and as in time it will appear, that the People in Parliament have the main choice of the Council, so they will likewise be Choosers of the Lord Protector: For, it being left to the Council to choose Him, and they hereafter coming to be chosen and trusted by the Parliament, it cannot otherwise be conceived, but that the Choice of Him takes its rise mediately from the People in Parliament: because as whatsoever a Parliament doth, is said and taken in a political sense to be the people's act, because they are chosen and trusted by the people; so in like manner, and upon the same political account, when the Council comes to be chosen by Parliament, as is before expressed, then the Act of the Council in choosing the Lord Protector, must by a parity of Reason be reputed the Act of the people in Parliament: And so you see, in effect, mediately or immediately, the election of all Magistrates (both high and low) are, or will at length, by this Constitution of Government, be in the hands of the People. Lastly, as to what concerns the Office of Lord Protector, it is to be observed, that he is not to be admitted to that dignity upon the Interest of Himself or Family, but merely upon the account of his fitness for Government: it must pass not by Inheritance, but Election. And certainly it is a great advantage to Nation that the coming in and continuance of their Governor depends only upon his own goodness, and the good will of the People; as it is in an Elective Prince, who standing upon terms of good behaviour will be continually employed for the benefit and defence of the Community. And therefore if it shall please the Lord to bless this Commonwealth (as we trust he will) successively with a choice of godly persons into that high Office, it is easily foreseen what an advantage it will be to these 3. Nations, to have their whole strength and force under one head, for the safety of all: this Form being (without question) the and most convenient for the Magistrate to put things on, and in quick execution (as his proper work) for the public good: as and what a condition it will be to all the godly in the Protestant Churches abroad, who may have some more sure and certain from England than ; which as it is the greatest Body, being united with Scotland, so it will prove (we hope) the grand Bulwark of the Reformed Religion. Moreover, as touching the Person, whom the Lord hath now advanced and set over us to be our Supreme Magistrate, We shall not say much, because he seeks not the of only we believe even the enemies will confess; that he is every way worthy to Rule, whom God hath been pleased to use as his Instrument in that glorious Work of Redeeming the Liberties of his people: For we are bold to say (weighing all circumstances together) that this Nation was never really Free, nor in a Way of enjoying its Freedom so fully as now: so that there wants nothing but a cordial Close with the Government, to destroy all hopes of the common Enemy, and complete our happiness. But if men shall yet proceed to lengthen their own burdens, by hankering after that Family which God hath cast out before us, or by an unnatural seeking to embroil their Country again in blood and misery, for the sake of that unfortunate Interest, as we are loath to suspect such a thing, and can hardly imagine that any should be so forlorn and desperate after so fair a Composure. The Ambassadors from the States of Holland are landed with full power to conclude a peace. They are expected this day at Whitehall, with all their gallant Retinue, consisting of one hundred in number, most excellently equipped; and divers eminent Gentlemen and Officers are appointed to congratulate them from Gravesend to Westminster with the States Barges and others, there being high and honourable preparations at Sir Abraham Williams' house in the Palace yard. Our Post from Scotland advertiseth, that the English forces have fallen upon the Highlanders, and after an irresistible and furious Onset, took above 120 Officers and Soldiers, great store of Arms, Ammunition, Horses with plenty of provision and afterwards blew up the strong Garrison of Dunkel. Col. Morgan hath also removed the Enemy's Garrison at Kildrumny, and at Cromar put 120 to the sword, took 127 prisoners, 80 horse & all their Bag and Baggage. The two Ambassadors from Holland, the L. Newport, and the L. Yongstal that are to come to join with the L. Beverling, are now at Gravesend, and Rir Oliver Fleming, Master of the Ceremonies hath orders to receive them on Friday, March 3. at which time they are to come from Gravesend to Tower-hill; and from thence, Coaches will be appointed to bring them and their attendants through the Cities of London and Westminster, to Sir Abraham Williams' house in the Palace-yard which is trimmed up for their reception. Mr. Wil. Lenthal, formerly Speaker of the Parl. and divers other Gentlemen, have sent a congratulatory Declaration from the City of Gloucester, to his Highness the Lord Protector, blessing the Lord for this established Government and protesting much affection thereto. 1. That from hence forward there shall be a more sure and inviolable Peace, sincere Friendship, and a closer Alliance, & Confederacy between the Commonwealth of England, and the States of the United Provinces, than hath been ever heretofore, and the of their respective Lands, Cities, and Countries, and of all under their obedience whatsoever, and of what condition soever. 2. That from henceforth all hostility shall cease. 3. That all wrongs and offences suffered either by the one or the other party shall be forgotten; and neither party shall pretend anything thereupon. All actions past shall be nulled, except those that shall be done in the British seas after the time of twelve days, and from that sea to the Cape of St. Vincent in the time of 6 weeks; and from thence in the Mediterranean Sea, as far as the line, after the time of ten weeks; and at the other side of the line in the time of eight months, to be reckoned from the time of the publication of the Peace, and all Prizes taken after at that time shall be restored. 4 That all the prisoners of both sides be released without Ransom. 5 That both Commonwealths shall be confederate friends, to defend on the other against whomsoever. 6 That neither of both shall act against the other, either by Sea or Land. 7 That the States shall cause restitution to be made of all the ships and goods seized upon the English by the King of Denmark, that are yet in being; and also a full compensation of the worth of those goods that may be sold already; and likewise that all the damages or spoil of goods shall be made good to the Owners by estimation, and when such satisfaction shall be done by the said King, then all hostility shall cease between England and Denmark. 8 That no Inhabitants of either Commonwealth shall assist any Rebel of either with monies, ships, or victuals. 9 That both Commonwealths shall assist one the other at their proper charges against their Rebels. 10 That neither shall receive those that are, or shall be declared enemies of either Commonwealth. 11 That either Commonwealth having notice by the other that some of their Enemies are in its Dominions, they shall give them warning to depart in 28 days upon pain of death. 12 That the States shall not suffer any of the inhabitants of their Dominions to assist the enemies of England. 13 That the English shall not pay greater Impositions than other Nations. 14 That the States' ships shall strike their Flag before the English in the British seas. The Ambassadors landed with their Attendants at Tower Wharf, where were Coaches provided for them, their Lordships were in one of the Lord Protector's Coaches, and the Master of the Ceremonies with them, drawn by six horses: Next followed the French and the Portugal Ambassador's Coaches, with above 20 more all with 6 horses, besides above 40 Coaches most with 4 horses apiece; they rode in a stately equipage through the City from Aldgate by the Royal Exchange, and so to the Palace yard Westminster to Sir Abraham Williams's, where they are to be entertained, with their Retinue, at the States' charge for some days. And on Saturday in the afternoon they had audience given by his Highness the Lord Protector in the Banqueting house at Whitehall, the room was richly hung with hangings, and a rich chain of State set for the Lord Protector, and Chairs on the one side for the Ambassadors, the entertainment was stately, and gallant, and the subject of this Audience was partly congratulatory to his Highness, and to declare the business of their coming to make and settle a firm peace, and to renew their old friendship which hath been for many years between the two Nations. The Lord Mayor of the city of London, and the Recorder of the said city, on the party of the city of London; and divers Magistrates to attend his Highness and the Council, at the Council chamber in Whitehall; and yesterday they were heard touching the business for a Corporation to be granted to the city of Westminster, and something therein, it is probable will shortly be done. Several new Orders are drawing up by sundry eminent persons within the city, for the regulating of abuses in Trades, viz. Shoe makers, Silk-weavers, Tailors, Butchers, Carpenters, and Joiners, and for the suppressing of foreigners. From France we have received advertisements, that Card. Mazarine has reduced both King, Princes, and that Gen. Turene, and the Duke of York, are preparing to take the field against the Spanish forces. From Windsor we have received Intelligence, that there is a notable Plot or Conspiracy discovered, against some that should have betrayed their Trust in the castle; and one of them being taken embezzling and carrying away the powder, was apprehended and tried before the Governor, who received sentence to ride upon a Saker when it is shot off with an half charge. Mr. Peak, and Mr. Simpson, are both there still, and in good health, blessed be God. But poor Judge Jenkins declines exceedingly. Yesterday an Ambassador Extraordinary from the Archduke Leopold in Flanders, had Audience by his Highness the Lord Protector, where he did congratulate his Highness, showing him his Credentials, and presented him with a message from his master Leopold William, by the grace of God Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgonie, and Lieu. Gen. and Cap. Gen. of the Low countries. After which, he was conducted from thence by Sir Oliver Fleming, master of the Ceremonies. The said Archduke hath set forth two Declarations against that famous old Thief Charles Duke of Lorain who hath filled a great part of Christendom with his rapines and cruelties, and now lies close prisoner at Atwerp; for the K. of Spain is resolved to set up Francis the younger brother in the elder brother's place, and that the said L. Duke Francis shall undertake the sole command of the Army, with all the Engines and Banners thereunto belonging. Presents us with an Abstract of Scotland, intimating, That the E. of Athol hath drawn most of his forces together from Weems, and other places, and he with the L. Bruce were the 14 at Glenshier, marching Northwards to join with Glencarn, Glengary, Kenmore, and the rest of the Royal party: Upon their conjunction they will be at the least 4000. and then they intend to be revenged upon the English, if they can: but Athol's foot are much discontented at the cowardice of their horse; and the English that come with Col. Wogan out of Francs, are much dejected at the death of their valiant Colonel. Col. Lilburn is sending Recruits to Col. Morgan; but somewhat inconsiderable, until such time that the new supplies are gone from England. The Scots are very high at Edinburgh, and breath forth Victories instead of Defeats, giving out that the late blow given by Col. Morgan was only to some few Country men, when that it is evident, that G. Glencarn was there in person, and the valiant young Laird of Loughaber, who was one of the first that ran out of the field, and left his Commission from their King, signed C.R. behind him, together with the last Instructions of Lieu. Gen. Middleton, 5 Letters from Others to the Commander in chief of the Highlanders: All which Papers are to be sent up to his Highness the Lord Protector. There hath been lately some meetings of godly Ministers about London, to consider of a way of union and reconciliation of the differences that unhappily have crept in among the godly, and other excellent things in order to the progress of the Gospel. And this day Mr. Owen, Mr. Tho. Goodwin, M. Sydrack Simson, Mr. Nie, and divers other revered pious Ministers were with his Highness. From Ireland our Scout bringeth intelligence, that the L. Deputy Fleetwood, and the Officers of the Army, have caused to be printed at Dublin their Declaration to live and die with his Highness in the present change of Government: but indeed at first many there were that scrupled it; yet upon consideration they unanimously assented thereunto. From Newcastle they write, that cap. Wetang hath scoured those coasts of the Pickeroons, and that he hat sunk and taken some. But alas! this doth not equalise our loss in the West; for true it is, that the Brest men of war have taken the George of Bristol, being richly laden with Indigo, Sugar, and Tobacco. From Yarmouth our Post bringeth intelligence, that the Lord Williamson is landed, as Ambassador Extraordinary from the King of Denmark, whose Majesty hath sent a Message to his Highness, making application upon the success of the Dutch Treaty. And the Lord Ambassadors from Holland have presented their Credentials wherein they desire to include his Majesty. In order whereunto, the States of the 7 United Provinces do all of them agree and consent to the Agreement of Peace, and the said Ambassadors are empowered fully to confirm and ratify the same, desiring a speedy cessation of Arms, and that all Acts of Hostility may cease on both sides. Their Lordships are to have Audience again on Tuesday, being the 7 of this instant March, so that undoubtedly some few circumstances being considered on, all will be concluded, and a Peace fully settled. From Scotland we have received intelligence, that the enemy are divided into divers parties to raise their assigned Levies, and the Earl of Athol, having a considerable party of Horse and Foot, hath sent forth the fiery Crosses, threatening fire and sword to all that shall comply with the English. Sir Arthur Forbs is marched toward Lenox with several Troops, and its conceived in design for the South. Divers of Col. Daniels' are revolted to the enemy, but some of them were taken, and rewarded with a Rope. Others were tied up to the Gallows at Dunkel, and Marshal Law is daily executed upon all those who incur the penalty thereof. The Tories are somewhat high in Ireland, and some distempers are brake forth; but the Lord Henry Cromwell is safely arrived to put a period to those Distractions. The English Fleet remains still about St. Hellen's point by the Isle of Wight, and the Merchant men are all gone from Dover Road toward France, and other parts. Our men of War plays the Rex upon the Narrow seas; but the Hectors in Kent proceed on most inhumanely killing, robbing, and destroying all that comes near them. O Yes, O yes, O yes, These are to give notice unto all whom it may concern, That in Glamorgan-shire there is a young man in love with a Widow that hath had two bastards by her last husband's son before he married her, and two more in the time that she was his wife.

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A great and bloody fight in Scotland betwixt the English, and the Highlanders, and the number killed and taken: With General Glencarn's Proclamation for raising if every third man for the titular King of Scots. A great fight at Sea between part of the English Fleet, and the Dutch, and how many were sunk, killed, and wounded. The last Orders of the States of Holland to their Admirals. The landing of their Ambassadors at Gravesend, for ratifying the Articles of Peace. The Queen of Sweden's Orders touching damages done by the English. The Addresses of the French Ambassadors to the Lord Protector. And an Order touching farthings to pass throughout the Nation. What a mad Age live we in, that when men know not how to find fault with a cause, they will wilfully dash themselves against a Rock, is it not sufficient for Clergymen (that are of ability) to have liberty, yea and large encouragements to Preach the word in season, and out of season, without railing upon their Governors, (for they know not what) and against Lawyers, and not to spare their own Tribe, but further, to teach themselves (as Paul sayeth, and carry with them into the Pulpit a Declaration of an old date, promising Liberty and freedom to the People, &c, and there to comment his own thoughts upon it, as one did this week at Saint Thomas Apostle's, and how unsatisfied the People went away (as to the soul saving Doctrine) is left to themselves who were Auditors to judge, as also how much good this, and other such like carriages do the Commonwealth in general, for if he that hath cause to find fault rails when he should reason; he shall get no answer, but when we reason without railing, we may perchance get a bashfulness to dissent from us, and a reverence of the truth, which in time will bring forth a profession of it. Whereas by an Ordinance, Entitled, An Ordinance Declaring that the Offences therein mentioned, and no other, shall be adjudged High Treason within the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, it is, amongst other things, Ordained and Established, That no Matter, Fact, Crime or Offence whatsoever, other than such as are therein mentioned and expressed, should be deemed, taken, or adjudged to be High Treason. And whereas some doubts and question may arise, whether that Clause in the said Ordinance doth not extend to the Offences mentioned in the Instrument, Entitled, The Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, and which are thereby Declared to be High Treason; For clearing thereof, and removing all scruples thereupon, His Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice of his Council, doth Declare and Ordain, That neither the said Ordinance, nor any clause or thing therein contained, shall extend or be construed, adjudged or taken to extend to all or any the Offences declared by the said Instrument to be High Treason, but that all and every the said Offences are hereby adjudged, taken, and deemed to be High Treason, and that all and every the Offender, and Offenders shall suffer the pains and penalties of High Treason, the said Ordinance, or anything therein contained to the contrary, in any wise notwithstanding. In my last was a discovery of a Plot against the Lord Protector, and the present Government, we shall in this place give you some further satisfaction therein (waving as much as may be what hath been already made known by former pens.) Many green heads who had little to do, begin to build Castles in the air, and for that they have in their young experience seen several alterations of Government, they think it easy to add one more, in which they intended to promote the Interest of Charles Stuart, and as it is said to murder his Highness the lord Protector, his Council, the chief of the officers of the Army, and a great part of the Soldiery, and to that end some met once or twice in consultation; and finding some deficiency in themselves to compass what was intended, without the help of riper Judgements, and persons of greater Quality, they pitched upon four select men for the chief managers of this business, which was all carried under an Oath of secrecy) one whereof being touched with Conscience, discovered the design, and gave Lieut: Col. Worsley, and other Officers notice of the meeting of some of the Complotters at such a time at the Ship tavern in the Old Bailey, where was apprehended accordingly Mr. Joseph Sawyer, Mr. Thomas Dutton, Mr. William Jenkins, Mr. John Archer, M. Thomas Bunch, Son to Alderman Bunch, Mr. Joseph Parker, Mr. Roger Lee, Mr. Thomas Rosse, Mr. Christopher Watkins, Captain Smith who solicits at Haberdashers' Hall, Mr. Roger Cotes, and Mr. Peter Middleton was there, but escaped, all the rest after examination, were this Day sent Prisoners to the Tower, and Warrants are issued out against many more; It is said they have Commissions come from beyond sea, and intended to raise thirty thousand men, but nothing was found in the pockets of those first apprehended. Thus may you briefly see that the Plot wanted not either for breadth or length, yet fell short of depth, to make up the three Dimensions; therefore now they would be glad if they were of no other sentence than the Poets feign upon the fifty Daughters of a King, who for killing their Husbands, were condemned forever to be filling a Vessel full of holes. SIR, I Marched out of Aberdeen on Wednesday last with five Companies of Colonel Ashfield's, three of the late Major Gen: Dean's, four Troops of Col: Tomlinson's horse, and two of Riches', and the party that came from the Merns, and Angus, with three Troops of my own Dragoons. And upon Thursday about two a clock we came to the Lough at the head of Cromar, where Glencarn and Kenmore were at a Rendezvous, where after a little Dispute we totally routed their Army, but being so near the Hills we could do no more execution than to take and kill about 140, having pursued them seven miles in the Hills, their General hardly escaping with about 40 Horse. All the rest being quite dispersed. Major Knight came up even when we were going to engage; we are now upon our march towards the Garrison of Kildmury, which we hope to give you a good account of, I shall give you the particulars in my next: no more but that I am. Lowrie 10 Febr. 1653, at 6 in the morning. Your Honour's humble Servant, Tho: Morgan. Grimsby 16 Feb: Capt: Pack hath taken a Dutch Man of War, who fought seven hours before she would yield, we slew 7 of his men, and wounded 15; his fore Top mast was shot by the board, and the ship so torn between wind and water, that she was nigh sinking, and so towed hither, her name is the Sandenburgh of Syrick sea, one Cap: J. Arionson Blanker commander, she had 20 guns, we lost but one man, viz: our Cook, and four wounded. Whereas it hath pleased his Majesty to appoint Horse and Foot to be levied within the Kingdom of Scotland, for opposing the common Enemy, for giving a check to the pride and oppression of these cruel Traitors, whom God in his justice hath permitted to overcome, and to be the instrument of Scotland's punishment for its sin, and are no otherwise to be looked on but as God's scourge upon us, which he will soon remove and consume in his wrath, if we could turn to him by unfeigned repentance. And to the end his Majesty's service may be advanced, and that it may appear how willing we are that the Levies may be done orderly and equally, we have thought fit to cause intimate to all Shires, Parishes, and head Burghs by open Proclamation, that everyone may make his several proportions ready to be delivered to the respective Officers appointed for the same, and Commissioners likewise under out of hand wheresoever the foresaid Officers shall come or send to require them. Likewise that all who after intimation hereof do remain disobedient, and without fear of God, duty to their King and Country, ties of Covenant, love of Religion, sense of honour, will move to their duty, may be proceeded against with fire and sword, unworthy to be looked upon as Scotchmen, to the terror of all false hearted Traitors, who by their treacheries and rebellions against their lawful King, and his just power and Authority, has drawn on this great deluge of God's wrath upon all the three Kingdoms. And likewise we do hereby require, that where heretofore any horses has been brought forth from any well affected person or persons beyond their due proportion, that the respective Parish, or next adjacent Parishes where the said Horses has been taken, that they shall meet, and themselves equally, for having equal burden, and resound the persons from whom any Horses has been taken beyond their proportions; and the just proportion of Horses now to be put forth, is declared to be one man well mounted, with all necessaries forth of every thousand pound of Rent: and the proportion of foot, every third man; and what Dragoons are to be levied, two foot are to be accounted for one Dragoon. And for the further publication hereof, these are to ordain Commissioners of Parishes; where no Burghs are, the Provost and Baylies of Burghs to Proclaim this at the Market Cross of each Burgh, and to give Copies hereof to all Parishes within their Presbytery, as you will answer to the contrary at their highest peril. Given under our hand the first day of February, 1654. Sic subscribitur Glencarn's. God save King CHARLES the second. More strange News yet, for the Letters this Day from Bristol say, that a ship is come thither which came round about Scotland, and that the Master, and others in her report that the Highlanders have played reeks at Aberdeen, killed many that opposed them, and were possessed of that City, what this Report may be, we shall not much heed at the present, and therefore proceed to what we have now received from very sure hands, viz: It is certain that Colonel Drummond is come to the Highlanders out of France, from the titular King of Scots, he sayeth that he was purposely employed by him, to take a survey of the Forces raised by Glencarn, Athol, Seafort, and the rest of that Gang, and to certify him whether they were in such an Equipage that he might in safety venture his person, (and the Duke of York) amongst them this summer. He sayeth further, that the ship which Charles Stuart designed thither some months since with ten thousand Arms, was much of it lent unto him by such friends as he finds there. General Glencarn daily issueth forth Proclamations, wherein he threatens fire and sword to all that will not join with him, in sending in their Levies. There was a very notable Trial at Guild Hall London, betwixt an Informer (upon the late Act made (with grievous penalties against selling Meal in their shops, the case was thus. The Informer was heretofore Indicted for taking of Bribes of the Meal-men, and traversing the Indictment, he was at the last acquitted by the Jury; after which the Informer brings a special Action upon the Case in the Exchequer, against those that Indicted him, and the matter being heard this Day, (although several Witnesses spake fully as to the honesty, and good deportment of the Informer) the Baron upon the Bench delivered his opinion, that his Case was something unreasonable, saying that if everyone that is acquitted upon an Indictment, should have liberty to bring his action in this manner, many Felons might do the like (who are often acquitted at Newgate. Nevertheless the Cause was like to go for the Informer, but at length the Council for the Defendant found the Declaration not to agree with the Record, for reciting the Names of the former Jury, Godscal in the Record, was Godstal in the Declaration, and Brockson in the Record, was Brocksom in the Declaration: whereupon the Informer through negligence, or mistake, was forced to let a Non-suit pass, and pay good cost to the Meal-man. By Letters from Bedford it is certified, that five Persons are lately committed to that Jail for forcible entry into mens' Houses, and taking away, under pretence of necessity, what they thought fit, it seems they are men whose Consciences can easily dispense with meam amp; tuam; yet nothing grieves men so much as that two or three of them have taken upon them to be Teachers in public. We have advertisement of a great Robbery lately committed on Salisbury plain, and of four or five killed, but the Particulars are not yet come. Major Gen: Brown who for a long time was a prisoner at Ludlow Castle is enlarged, and returned home to London, to the great joy and comfort of his Family, and all his Friends. I am informed that the titular Scotch King sent lately unto Holland, desiring the transportation of some thousands of Soldiers and Officers which he had got together: and that from thence a Dispatch immediately was made to the King of Denmark, to see what assistance he could get there. The Scots continue their plunderings in parties, and often times come short of home. It is advertised that it is impossible for the Highlanders to have any considerable Body of horse in the field until the middle of May. It being a very clear sky yesterday, there was seen very transparent at noon day a Star in the South; many stood gazing at it, conceiving it a thing of a stranger nature than indeed it is. The further hopes of perfecting the peace with the Dutch is revived again, (though some say that Grave William of Nassaw hath declared against it) and there came a Packet yesterday to the Dutch Ambassador here, signifying that the Ambassadors from the rest of the Provinces are certainly coming, and respected to land at Gravesend every hour; and after they are all come, and sealed, there will be a time prefixed for publication of the Peace: for it is thought in this they will prove real, notwithstanding because till then there is no cessation of Arms, and they hear we have taken 13 or 14 of their Merchants lately; the States have given order to their Admirals to hasten their main Fleet out to Sea with all the speed they can. From Sweden we understand that the English Ambassador is used very courteously, and the Queen herself commends him to be a very gallant knowing man, and seems often to take delight in discoursing with him about State affairs; There is a great Army raising, and her Majesty hath given order to her Subjects to bring in a List of all the losses and damages they have of late years sustained by the English. The French Ambassador made some Addresses to his Highness the Lord Protector. The Lord Hastings holding himself very highly abused by some, as being named about the Plot, came to the Council to clear himself. The Deputies from Anceland have almost finished their negotiations here, and will shortly return again to that Island, and make report (without doubt) to their great Lord of the civil favours and respect they received from his Highness the Lord Protector. A trial about Brass Farthings to be allowed on to pass throughout the Nation was presented to the Council, and it was ordered to be taken into consideration another time. The Lord Henry Cromwell hath taken shipping for Ireland; that Country is so well approved of that many of the Adventurers intend to go thither themselves, if they can get an abatement of the Taxes.

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An Order was sent to the Lieutenant of the Tower of London, for the Brother of the Lord Ambassador of Portugal, to continue in the Tower, so that his trial is again put off for this Sessions. Mr. Paine a Gentleman belonging to Mien Herr Beverling, one of the Lord Ambassadors from the States General of the United Provinces, came this day to his Excellency; and he brings News that the other three Ambassadors were set out from the Hague the Lord's day before in the morning towards Rotterdam, and so to come for to England, by the way of Flushing; and that that afternoon he set sail from thence in a small vessel. Plymouth 14 Febr. 1653. This morning was brought into our Port a Fleming, which pretended to be a Swede, but is found otherwise. From Scilly Feb. 18. came thus. The 13 instant, the Samaritan of Bristol, a ship of about 200 tons, with 12 guns, laden with Wheat, together with a small Pink of Plymouth, came into this Harbour, which were both taken by Beach one of the Brest men of War, and were redeemed on Thursday the ninth instant by the Sapphire and the Constant Warwick; yesterday the 15 of this month, the Constant Warwick arrived here for some balance, and fresh water: The Captain sayeth he gave chase unto Beach, but the night came too fast on them, and were hindered from an engagement. Hebditch one of the old Picaroons was taken in the Samaritan of Bristol, and is now on board the Sapphire: there is also a Vessel in this Harbour called the Peter of Dover, that came from Nantes, and the Master affirms, that there are 20 Dutch ships bound for St Martin's, where are 40 more, and that then they will have but three Convoys. From Dalkeith Febr. 18. About for days since Col. Daniel with a party of Horse, Foot, and Dragoons, together with the conjunction of another party from Dundee, in all about 1000 marched towards Dunkel, where the enemies most considerable quarters was, and where they had newly established a Garrison in the Lord Athol's house near the Church. And upon Col. Daniel's approach (the Lord Athol, and Sir Arthur Forbes, having intelligence retreated to the Hills, and left only the Garrison and some few to defend the Church) those in the Church durst not stand, bustled to the House, whereof men attempted them together, and got under the walls with Pickaxes, and other instruments that were in readiness, and in short time gotten to a part of the House without the loss of one man; and having slain only three of the enemy, the rest cried quarter and had it granted, yet notwithstanding unworthily began to resist a little, which quickened our men the more; and then the enemy cried out again, they would accept of the terms granted. In the House we took 1 Captain of Foot, Sir Arthur Forbs' own Quartermaster, and Sergeants, and 114 private Rogues, together with 80 Muskets and Bandoleers, some Firelocks, and Swords, about two Barrels of Powder, as also 25 Troop Horses, and 14 or 15 Case of Pistols, with much Meal, Malt and Oats, which not having convenience to carry away, we set fire to a barrel of Powder, and those Provisions, and blew up them and the house together. About five days ago one of late Col. Wogan's men with three of his best horses, got his Landlord to help him to water them and run away with them to Blaire Castle, one of our Garrisons, which makes our English fugitives less trusted by Athol and the Tories. Col. Morgan hath also removed the enemy's Garrison at Kildrunny; and many of those Horsemen, he routed at his engagement with Glencairn running to Athol near Dunkel, he translated them to Foot. St. Johnstones 15 February, 1653. The Major and the Cornet had scarce time to read your Letter, being commanded at that time by Col. Daniel with 60 of our Horse, and 100 more out of other Troops in the Town, and four Companies of Foot, and as many Horse and Foot from Dundee commanded all by Col. Daniel, who were sent out to beat up the Quarters of the Highlanders at Dunkel; And now even as I was sealing up my Letter came in the Lieut. and the Cornet with the rest of the Horse saving 12 of our Troop, who were behind guarding of the Prisoners to Town. So soon as they came near the Den of Rogues, the forlorn of our Horse was drawn out, which Col. Daniel gave the command of to our Lieutenant, himself commanding the main Body. The foot fell on to storm so soon as they got up to the wall side, but were entertained very furiously, with good store of shot, but no hurt done to any of our men, save only one foot Soldier of Dundee. Our Soldiers charged on very desperately upon them, an killed two or three and the they yielded themselves presently. They found little or nothing in the House and Castle, but two Barrels of powder and some Arms, and not anything else of great value. They have brought with them 114 Prisoners, whereof there is one Capt. of Foot, a Quartermaster, and a Sergeant, all the rest private-Soldiers. It seems they had 200 horse there, but some Rogue of other gave them intelligence of our men's coming, so they marched away before our men got thither, and went on the other side of the water, and there stood calling of our men Rogues, but they could not get to them: In the conclusion, Col. Daniel caused the house to be blown up with the Gunpowder they found there; so that now there will be no nests for them to stay there in any longer. Our Lieutenant had a shot made at him, which missed him narrowly. Out men showed themselves very forward, and behaved themselves gallantly. Several Petitions are by His Highness referred to the Council, and some by the Council to Committees. We do hereby give notice unto all people, before whom these presents shall come, That there is a Fair to be held at Breda, for the selling of Horses, which is to begin on the 13 of March, next ensuing, and to continue for three days. And we do declare, That whosoever shall be judged to have brought the best couple of Horses to be sold, at the said Fair, shall have given as a present from this Town, a Silver Currycomb: And whosoever shall be judged to gave brought the second best couple of Horses, shall have given him a pair of well-wrought Silver Spurs. Breda, 20 Feb. 1654. SIR, The Peace is now fully concluded by the States General, and four Ambassadors are commissionated to ratify it with the Commonwealth of England, viz. The Lord Beverling, a Member of the States General, who is already in England, and the Lord Newport, (who is Lord Receiver of Holland) both of them of the Province of Holland. The Lord Youngstal of Freezland, and the Lord de Yong, one of the Burgomasters of Middleborough in Zealand; which last three went from hence this morning towards Rotterdam, with their attendants; and the Lord Yongstal's Lady, and his Daughter, they are to take shipping in Zealand, and so for England speedily. Here is great joy for Peace, almost everyone seeming to concur in the joy of it, only the English Cavaliers, and the Royal roaring party of this Nation. The Ministers whose mouths were open very wide against England, reviling them in almost every Sermon, are now almost all silent; only Mr. Beaumont, who preacheth to the English Congregation at the Hague, (who spends not only a great part of his Preaching in railing against England, but almost half his Prayer is for the prosperity of Charles Stuart, and his party against them;) and sometimes some of the Prince's Chaplains that Preach there, do a little (though not altogether so much) fly out that way: even Mr. Lotius, and Mr. Strezo, at the Hague, also, who was so bitter against the English, now meddles not with them, but are silent. The Soldiery who it was feared, would have made some obstruction in this business, are all quiet, no stirs, nor expressions of discontent, but all quiet; so that we are like men even risen up from the dead. All, both States and Common people, Merchants, Seamen, Labourers, all too full of rejoicing at the Peace, that it is hoped it will be a means of very great Union and Love between both Nations. Hague, 19 alias 29 Feb. 1654. Danzig, 23 Jan. The King of Poland is returned again to Warsaw, and the Armies were (both Polanders and Cossacks) marching home. The Peace is agreed, but not yet signed, which makes some doubt, whether it may hold or not. Venice, 6 Feb. The General Mocenigo hath received Orders here to levy 6000 Soldiers, by reason many Officers in Candia, desire to be dismissed. The Letters from Rome tell us, that some Portuguese were setting up their King's Arms above the Pope's, but the Pope, by Cardinal Este, did forbid them. The King of France hath sent hither for Passes for 6000 horse, to see what he can do upon the Kingdom of Naples. The Vice Roy there, levies men apace. The Turkish General should have been executed, but his Son hath redeemed his by paying 200000 pieces of Eight. Bressau, 9 Feb. All is referred in Poland until the next meeting, in which there shall be a day for a general meeting of the several Circles; but few of the Provinces seem to be willing to concur with the conditions the King hath made. Some of the Emperor's Commissioners have been at Yaner in Silesia, and whereas many of the poor Protestants opposed, the Soldiers have slain divers, and apprehended many. Basel, 10 Feb. The Deputies of the King of France, and those of Count Harcourt, inclines to an Accommodation, so that in all things they well agree. The Marshal de la Ferte continues still the siege of Beaufort, and hath sprung another Mine, and hath taken an Half-Moon, but could not keep it, being beaten out again by the besieged. Some Officers that have been taken of the Town say, That the Count de la Zufa wants Ammunition within. Regensburg, 12 Feb. The point of Justice is now ended, the next thing will be to examine the Emperor's Capitulation; so that the Diet will end about the last of March, and the rest will be referred to the next meeting at Frankfurt. the Earl of Thun is chosen Archbishop of Salzburg. Their Masques here go on till Lent. Rhine, 17 Feb. Things carry an ill face here; the Duke Neiuburgh levies men in the Land of Gulick and Berg, it is thought against the Elector of Brandenburg, who puts himself in a posture of defence. The Lorain Soldiers still trouble these parts; there is no hopes of a peace, until we are quit of them. Cologne, 20 Feb. The Count of Lodren is yet here, and hopes to get part of the 400000 Crowns which the Count of Fuensaldagnia hath received at Antwerp. Hague, 18 alias 28 Feb. Monsieur Stocker, the Deputy from the Protestant Switzers, in order to the further Mediation between the two Republics who is here, is thought comes to prepare the Mediation about the Amboynes business. This day came news; that the Dutch Ambassadors were under sail for England. Sir Abraham Williams his House in the Palace at Westminster was this day in sitting to e prepared for their Reception. SIR, Having (through rich Mercy) nigh lost amongst such as sigh for the abominations of Professors in this, and other Countries: Some whereof have dreadfully apostatised from the Truth, others from the Worship, Order, and Government of the Gospel; some maintaining all Institutions to be swallowed up into Spirit, others, that they are lost in Antichristian defection; some holding a nullity, others a parity, as if all Members had the same office; the sin foretold by St. Jude, in the eleventh verse of his Epistle. These things premised, It was upon my heart, to let you know how in this juncture the Lord hath (I hope in faithfulness, to such as fear before him) stirred up the spirit of Mr. Lee, Preacher of the Gospel at Hatfield, in this County, as hitherto against the common enemies of the Civil Interest of this Nation, and their Accomplices; so now against the enemies of Christ's Interest in Saints, that worship him, and in Ordinances, by which they are built up in that worship: And this not only in his Public Ministry, (under which, myself, with many others, have profitably sat for this last seven years) but also in private Conferences, and especially in one lately in a solemn meeting; where in the hearing of very many, he laid down these following Theses, for the enlightening of such as profess themselves to be in the dark, as to Churches, Ministry, Seals, and Censures, and for the establishing of others, who through weakness began to stagger. 1. Almighty God, hath, and will have his Churches on Earth, to the end of the World, Matth. 16.18. & 28.20. 2. The Father hath committed unto his Son Jesus Christ, the (a) Second Person in the Blessed Trinity, both (b) God and (c) Man, all (d) Power and Judgement over these Churches, and hath appointed him to be a (e) King, a (f) Priest, and a (g) Prophet thereunto, so (h) long as these Churches shall continue here on Earth. (a) Mat. 28.18 1 John 5.7. (b) John 1.1 1 John 5.20. (c) 1 Tim. 2.3,5. Luk. 1.35. (d) Matth. 28 18. John 5.22,27. (e) Psal. 45.6. (f) Psal. 110.4 (g) Acts 1.3,22. (h) 1 Corinth. 15.24. 3. The Lord Jesus doth no only teach these Churches inwardly, but hath also appointed External Ordinances, viz. (i) Preaching the Word, and Administration of the Seals, and Execution of the Censures, for the edifying his Churches to the (k) end of the World. (i) Matth. 28.19. (k) Matth. 28.20. 1 Cor. 11.26. 4. For this Preaching of the Word, and Administration and Seals, and Execution of Censures, Christ hath appointed some (l) select persons, unto whom he hath (m) committed the Ministry of Reconciliation. (l) Cor. 12.38,29. Eph. 4.11. (m) 2 Cor. 5.18. 5. Of these some had a more long (n) Commission, reaching to all Nations, as the Apostles; others were appointed as (o) Patrons and Teachers, to some more (p) particular, and special people, and places. (n) Mark 16.15. (o) 1 Cor. 12.28. (p) Acts 20. 27,28. Col. 1.7. Revel.2.1,8. 6. Those Pastors and Teachers, are Officers of Christ's (q) appointment, (r) distinct from the flocks, they teach, and take care of, as the several names given them in Scripture do import. viz. (s) Elders, Stewards, Overseers, Ministers, Rulers, Ambassadors, Men that must give an account, who are therefore as persons entrusted to give themselves wholly to this Work. (q) Ephef. 4.11. 2 Tim. 3.1. (r) Acts 20.28. 1 Pet. 5.2. 1 Tim 3.5. Heb. 13.7, 17. (s) 1 Tim. 5.17. 1 Pet. 5.1,2. Tit.1.7. Ezek. 33.7. 1 Cor. 4.1. Heb. 13.7. 2 Cor.5.20. Revel. 2.1. Heb. 13.17. 1 Tim. 4.12, 15,16. 7. These Officers thus instituted are to continue in the Churches, so long as Christ hath a Gospel to be Preached, Sacraments to be Administered, Saints to be perfected, a Body to be edified, Gainsayers to be convinced, a Flock to be fed, that is to say, To the end of the World. Lastly, Notwithstanding these Public Offices, and Ordinances of Christ; for the edification of the Church, there lieth a duty upon private Christians, within the bounds of private Christians, to teach, and build up one another, as Parents their Children, Masters their Servants, and one Christian another, in the relation to, and communion one with another. Gen. 18.19. Josh. 24.15. 1 Thes. 5.11. Tit. 2.2,3,4. Such as have felt the weight, and experienced the comfort of these Truths, will not be tossed with every wind. Consider of them, and whereunto you attain walk: If any be otherwise minded, God will reveal this to them, (if they belong to him) but evil Men, and Seducers, shall wax worse and worse, of whom be you aware. This is the Prayer of (Sir) Your Faithful Friend. This day came news of Mien heir Newport, and Mien heir Yongstal Lords Ambassadors appointed and sent to join in Commission with Mien heir Beverling from the States General of the United Provinces, that they were this day come to Dover, from whence they intended to haste to London by the way of Gravesend. They are suddenly to make their Addresses to His Highness about the Ratification of the Peace between the two Commonwealths of England and the United Provinces. The substance of some of the Articles have been formerly Printed, but because some were not then mentioned, here followeth an Abstract of the whole. 1. That from hence forward there shall be a more sure and inviolable Peace, sincere Friendship, and a closer Alliance, and Confederacy between the Commonwealth of England, and the States of the United Provinces than hath been ever heretofore, and of their respective Land, Cities and Countries, and of all under their obedience wheresoever, and of what condition soever. 2 That from hence forth all hostility shall cease. 3 That all wrongs and offences suffered either by the one or the other party shall be forgotten; and neither party shall pretend anything thereupon. All actions past shall be nulled, except those that shall be done in the British Seas after the time of 12 days, and from that Sea to the Cape of St. Vincent in the time of six weeks, and from thence in the Mediterranean Sea, as far as the line after the time of ten weeks, and at the other side of the line in the time of eight months to be reckoned from the time of the publication of the Peace, and all prizes taken after that time shall be restored. 4 That all the Prisoners of both sides be released without Ransom. 5 That both Commonwealths, shall be confederate Friends to defend one the other against whomsoever. 6 That neither of both shall act against the other, either by Land or by Sea. 7 That the States shall cause restitution to be made of all the ships and goods seized upon the English by the King of Denmark, that are yet in being, as also a full compensation of the worth of those goods that may be sold already, and likewise that all the damages or spoil of goods shall be made good to the Owners, by estimation, and when such satisfaction shall be done by the said King, then all hostility shall cease between England and Denmark. 8 That no Inhabitants of either Commonwealth shall assist any Rebel of either with moneys, ships, or victuals. 9 That both Commonwealths shall assist one the other at their proper charges against their Rebels. 10 that neither shall receive those that are, or shall be declared enemies of either Commonwealth. 11 That either Commonwealth having notice by the other that some of their Enemies are in its Dominions, they shall give them warning to depart in 28 days upon pain of death. 12 That the States shall not suffer any of the Inhabitants of their Dominions to assist the Enemies of England. 13 That the English shall not pay greater Impositions than other Nations. 14 That the States' ships shall strike their Flag before the English in the British Seas. 15 that neither of the Commonwealths shall give retreat to any Pirates in any of their Ports. 16 That in case the English or the Dutch make any Treaty with any Prince; they shall therein comprehend each other reciprocally, if they desire it. 17 That in case some hostility should happen between the Inhabitants of both Commonwealths, by one against the other; that the Alliance shall nevertheless hold and remain in full force; and the parties that shall be found guilty shall be punished. 18 That the Subjects of the Commonwealth of England shall freely travel through all quarters of the United Provinces by water or by land, or into any Cities or Garrisons thereof, armed or unarmed provided they go not above 40 in a company, either with or without their Merchandise, and the Subjects of the Netherlands are to have the like privilege in England, and every, and all places under their subjection, carrying themselves submissively to the Laws of each Commonwealth. 19 That if it so fall out, that any ships of either State shall by storm or Pirates be driven into any of the Havens of the one or the other State, they shall have liberty to go to Sea again at their pleasure with their ships and goods without paying any Custom, or Impost; provided, that they break not the bulk, behaving themselves according to the laws and customs of the place where they shall take harbour. 20 That no Merchants or Mariners of one or the other Commonwealth, shall have their goods ships, or Merchandises arrested in any of the havens, or rivers of either Commonwealth to serve at war, or otherwise, by virtue of any general or particular command, except it be upon some inevitable necessity, and then to have satisfaction, not including herein, the Arrests by ordinary Courts of Justice. 21 That the Merchants and their Factors, and Servants, and the Mariners may travel and turn back again to their ships from the Seas, Waters, and Havens of the one and the other Commonwealth, and at their landing may use for defence of themselves, and their goods all sorts of Arms offensive and defensive, save only, that being come to their Inn, they shall lay their Arms aside until they return into their ships again. 22 That men of war of both Commonwealths, or Merchants ships meeting together at Sea, they shall defend each other against all whomsoever that shall offer to make any attempt upon either of them, so long as they sail on course. 23 That if any ship or ships of either Republic, or of a neutrality shall by a third party be taken out of the Havens or Dominions of either Commonwealth, both parties shall be engaged to follow the business for the restitution of the ships and goods to the owners. 24 That the Searchers, and other such Officers in the execution of their Office shall regulate themselves according to the laws or each Country, and take no more of any, then is permitted them by their Instructions. 25 that if one party shall cause some damages to the other there shall be no Letters of Reprisal given; But if in three Months time, no satisfaction is done, then the said Letters may be granted. 26 That all persons of either Commonwealth going to Sea with particular Commissions (before their Commissions be granted) they shall be obliged by sufficient sureties, before the Judges of the Court where they receive their Commissions (that have no part nor portion in the said ships) That they shall do no damage to any Subjects of either Commonwealth. 27 that no more but eight ships of War shall be suffered to come or remain in the Ports of each others Commonwealth at one time: and when there shall be occasion for a greater number, then the consent must first be asked. 28 That the States shall do Justice upon those that shall be found alive, that have murdered the English in Amboyna. 29 Lastly, That there shall be Commissioners established to examine the wrongs or injuries done, or pretended to be done or suffered by the Inhabitants of either Commonwealth in the East-Indies, Greenland, Muscovey, Brazil, or other places. And if the Commissioners cannot agree thereupon within the time of three months. Then the aforesaid differences to be referred to the Judgement of the Protestant Switzers. This day were three men and a woman hanged upon a Gallows in Fleet Street against the Greyhound Tavern door, where they hanged from about 11 o'clock until about 3 in the afternoon, for robbing of the said Vintner, whom they dangerously wounded. And four men and a woman were hanged at Tiburn the same day for several other facts. Letters from Windsor say that Mr. Feak, and Mr. John Simson are still there, well in health, and have been visited not only by complemental Visitors, but some godly friends of theirs have been advised to endeavour to be sensible of their late mistakes. There is one at Windsor belonging to the Ammunition that had embezzled some of the Powder, and being taken carrying it away, was apprehended, and is sentenced to ride upon a Saker, when it is shot off with an half charge. Leith in Scotland Febr. 21. The Lord Athol, the Lord Bruce and others have joined what forces they can get together, and are marching Northwards to join with Glencairn, Kenmore, Glengarry and the rest, upon whose conjunction they, threaten to be revenged of Col. Morgan for the last rout, and perhaps he may make them amends with such another. Yet Athol's Foot are much discontented and leave him daily, complaining much of the cowardice of their Horse, so that now they have few Foot but only Runagadoes from the Lowlands. They have taken off the Roof from the Garrison of Weems, and intend now to keep no Garrisons but run the same courses that Montross did, and keep their Ammunition in Woods, or little Villages in the Hills. Letters came from France, which say there is great longings there for a Peace with England, and that Letters were sent from the King to his Agent here, who it is thought hath a new Commission to enlarge his power here. There hath lately been some meetings of godly Ministers about London, to consider of a way of union and reconciliation of the differences that unhappily have crept in among the godly, and other things in order to the progress of the Gospel. And this day Mr. Owen, Mr. Thomas Goodwin, Mr. Sydrack Simon, Mr. Nie, and divers other Reverend pious Ministers were with His Highness. This day came Letters that the L. Ambassadors from the United Provinces were upon their way from Dover towards Gravesend. Newcastle 23 Febr. The Picaroons had troubled us and taken some Vessels that went from hence; but since Cap. Wetwang came in to these parts he hath scoured these coasts of them, and they skulk further North, but he met with one of them, a Vessel of Horne, that had taken some of our small vessels, and put out her own guns into them for their guard Holland-ward, and so was without in this vessel. And another Picaroon Capt. Wetwang fought with and sunk, and there is a ship of six guns, and 48 prisoners sent in and other prize. But the news of a Peace with Holland will be welcome news here. By Letters from Ireland is certified; that the Lord Deputy Fleetwood and the Commissioners there are well, that there is now little appearance of an enemy save what are packing away beyond Sea. Some things were at first by a few scrupled about the late change; But the return gave full satisfaction, and they are very unanimous. This day an Ambassador from the Archduke Leopold came to London, and made his application to His Highness and the Council, and it was ordered that he should have audience of the morrow, and Orders were issued out to Sir Oliver Fleming Master of the Ceremonies to attend the said Ambassador to His Highness. SIR, You know we want honest men to rule here, and such as are here to be defended, for to our grief we find that some good men have lately bee so wronged and openly affronted, and secretly undermined for appearing in honest causes and for good people (by those whose tongues are no slander, and love to brawl it out and carry the bell, and steep in a whole skin) that they are wearied out, and have no heart to act against such opposition, but rather to suffer wrongfully. But we shall find the want of such here, who was, and would have been a good check to the domineering of some, and a shelter to others. But God will still maintain the cause of his righteous ones, as hitherto he hath done, and deliver them out of the hands of all their Enemies, which shall be our prayers to God, Your assured Friends to serve you and yours, Tuesday 21 Feb. 1653. At seven of the clock at night Richard Luckin of Dives-Hall in the County of Essex Esq; was robbed of 700 li. in money 4 or 5 silver slip Spoons, one silver Preserving-Ladle with a round Bowl punched with four rows of holes, and a fork at the other end of the handle; and a short Black Rapier with a black Horsehair handle. The Thieves one was a slender man with a thin Face full of Pock holes, his clothes was a white close cloth Coat and Breeches. Another was a Well-set man with a black bushy Hair, and a cast with his eye, he was in a Liver-coloured Coat and Breeches. Another Young man with flaxen Hair and a round Face. Another was in a white loose Horseman's Coat girt to him. Any that can, are desired to give notice of some of these or their Companions to Mr. Beachamp Goldsmith at the Rose in Cheap side, or Mr. Flatman Scrivener in Chancery-Lane, and they shall have 50 s. for their reward. The Spoons were marked with L R E Upon addresses made to his Highness the Lord Protector, and the Council, by the Magistrates of the City of Westminster, touching a well-ordering of the Government thereof, there hath been several meetings and debates thereon, and because it is of concernment to them, and also that the City of London is concerned therein; the said City hath also been heard therein. And to the end that there may be with the union and content of both Cities. It was Ordered that the City of London, and the City of Westminster should both be sent for, and heard together on the morrow, by such as should come from the said Cities. The business is about a Corporation desired by those of the City of Westminster, who have long sued for it; desiring that they may have power to keep that City in Order, as other considerable places in this Commonwealth have. Addresses have been made to his Highness the Lord Protector, by Will: Lenthall Esq.; formerly Speaker of the Parliament, Tho: Pury Esq.; and divers other Gentlemen from the City of Gloucester; who in the name, and under the seal of the said Town, and signed by the Magistrates thereof, presented to his Highness a Declaration congratulatory, blessing the Lord for this established Government, and protesting much affection thereto. This day the Lord Mayor of the City of London, and the Recorder of the said City, on the party of the City of London, and divers Magistrates of the City of Westminster, according to an Order sent to them, came to attend his Highness the Lord Protector and the Council, at the Council chamber in Whitehall; and this day were heard touching the business for a Corporation to be granted to the City of Westminster, and something therein, it is probable will shortly be done. Instructions were given for suppressing of a wicked sort of people called Hectors, and Plays, and other wicked disorders; and larger power will bee given if need require. Divers godly Christians out of Hertfordshire, made their application this day to his Highness by a Petition for the placing of a godly Minister. The two Ambassadors from Holland, the Lords Newport and Yongstal, that are come to join with the Lord Beverling, are now at Gravesend, and Sir Oliver Fleming the Master of the Ceremonies hath orders to receive them on Friday morning next; at which time they are to come from Gravesend to the Tower hill, and from thence, Coaches will be appointed to bring them and their attendants through the Cities of London and Westminster to Sir Abraham Williams's house in the Palace-yard at Westminster. The Gates of which house are new Painted, and the house newly fitted for their Reception, until they have Audience, and upon their dispatch therein, they are to provide themselves a place; which it is probable will York-house in the Strand, which their Agent is about, and likely to go through for. An Ambassador Extraordinary from the Archduke Leopold, according to the order the day before, had this day Audience by His Highness the Lord Protector, being conducted by Sir Oliver Flemming, Master of the Ceremonies. He did congratulate His Highness, and showed his Credentials. Charles Stuart is much troubled at the Peace with Holland. An Agent is sent from him to the Pope. The French Agent hath bespoke 40 Beds, and is taking an house for an Ambassador from that King. There are many things charged upon the Duke of Lorain; the younger Brother, with Spain, and Gonti with France, are like to posses the Heritages. the Lord Ambassador Whitlock's proceedings with the Swedish Queen are private: All demands of the Swedish Merchants are taken in in love; and it is believed there will be a fair agreement after a while. Since the routing of Glencairn by Col. Morgan, the Lowlanders are now quiet, and the present Highlanders' forces do straighten their quarters more Northward. There is upon the matter no field enemy in Ireland, all being quiet, save only some few that rob and plunder in small parties as Thieves, which always they used to do: There wants only people to plant the Country. there was among other Books lately one called a Catechism with Texts of Scriptures, by John Biddle, M.A. Which (sayeth a Letter from a Reverend Minister to me) is stuffed full of, and indeed the heads of the Socinian and Armenian Doctrine, closely couched under Scripture phrases; and thereupon perusing of it, I find the salacious cunning lies in the Questions: But I desire all my Friends to take notice of this, that I do not insert the Books weekly mentioned, because I approve of them; but being permitted to be Printed, I do only give notice, that there are such Books come out at the Stationers desire. The Mystery of the two Witnesses unveiled. Wherein we have a description of their persons, time, acts, death, office, manner of prophecy, sufferings and resurrection, with the Consequences that follow. By Joh Robotham, Preacher of the Gospel in Dover. Sold by G. and H. Eversden, at the Greyhound in Paul's Churchyard. Britannia Triumphalis, Or a brief History of the Wars and other State Affairs of great Britain from the death of the late King to the dissolution of the last Parliament. Sold by Sam. Howes, at his shop in Pope's-head-Alley. The Greatness of the Mystery of Godliness, opened in several Sermons by Cuthbert Sydenham late Teacher to a Church of Christ in Newcastle. Sold by Ri. Tomlins at the Sun and Bible near Pie Corner.

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From Tuesday, Decemb: 6. to Tuesday, Decemb: 13. 1653 Two thousand pound is a great Wager indeed to be laid on a light pair of heels. Although the race was run on Thursday, yet I will begin it upon Tuesday and be (the length of two days,) before the swiftest of the foot-men. The Irish man did see forth from Saint Albans as if he had been allair, and would have overtaken, or gone before the Winds, but the sure, and fair speed of the English man did win the wager, who did run twenty miles from St Albans to London, in less than an hour and a half, and the four last miles so gently, that he seemed to meditate, and not to insult on the conquest, but did make it rather his recreation, than a Race. It is not so easy to relate, as it is hard to believe, what a confidence those of Croydon did repose in the swift pace of their townsman the Butcher, I am informed that those who had money did gage a great part of it on his side. Those who had none did not only venture what they had in the fields, but what they had in their Houses, and their Chambers, nay what they had in their Barns, their own sustenance and the expectation of their Children for their daily bread. Now God speed thee (good fellow) who dost make such haste up the Hill towards Highgate, and seest no more thy Compeer by they side, nor dost hear his feet pressing on thy heels. Well mayst thou run a pace, on whole swiftness do depend the fortune of so many Families. I shall in this place give you the humble Petition of Capn William Baltiser who coming in upon the Act for calling home the Seamen, to Prisoner in Norgate being prosecuted by one Mr: Skelt in the showeth that proceeding in his resolution for this States service, being in his journey from Plymouth in company with Captain George Blague (General Blague's Brother) for London, to make his Address to the Parliament, and Council of State for present employments and having occasion to visit a Friend by the way, the said Skelton, with many others, whom he had gathered together for that end, laid wait for him and without Warrant, suddenly set upon him, and carried him away Prisoner to Ilchester Goal, and then informed the Council of State, that he had apprehended a Pirate: Upon which false suggestion, Order was given in March last for his safe custody, till further Examination. And the said Skelton possessed himself of most of his Goods, Bills of Exchange and caused his Wife to be imprisoned in Ilchester Gaol, and afterwards in Bristol, without any cause at all showed, on purpose (as he conceived) to prevent her from assisting him or seeking for his enlargement, and restitution of their goods, whereby he might starve in Prison, and the said Skelton enjoy his estate. That the said Skelton hath ever since laboured by all indirect means he could to take away his life, and still giveth out that nothing will satisfy him but his blood, although he never gave him any cause of offence; nor ever saw him the said Skelton, until he apprehended and imprisoned him. And the said Skelton told your Petitioner's Wife, that if your Petitioner had agreed with him and been ruled by him, that he would have had your Petitioner's name privately entred, and your Petitioner should never have been troubled, but should have enjoyed the benefit of the said Act, which now he endeavoureth totally to deprive him of, and caused your Petitioner to be committed to prison as a Pirate, and prosecuteth your Petitioner for piracy, whereas your Petitioner never acted anything but by Commission under the late King, and his son Charles Stuart, unadvisedly, and not as any Pirate, as by Commissions ready to be produced before your Honours may appear, which your Petitioner then, and yet believeth, is pardoned by the very words of the said Act, although your Petitioner hath by the said Skelton's prosecution been carried from one Gaol to another, and still continued in prison without any legal trial, but only upon the false allegations and accusations of him the said Skelton, without any proof or conviction. And your Petitioner further showeth unto your Honours that he being confident of his Innocence and Integrity according to the direction and tenor of the said Act, hath to his great cost and trouble procured two several Commissions of Oyer and Terminer from the Lord Commissioners of the Great Seal, directed to all the Honourable Judges of the several Courts at Westminster, the Judges of the Admiralty, and to the Lord, Alderman, and the Recorder of London, for his legal Trial, as by the Act is appointed, and sent a Messenger with a Warrant above 130 miles from London to the said Skelton, to come and prosecute against your Petitioner in any just way he could; yet hath the said Skelton, by all malicious and unjust means laboured to defer the Trial, and to divert the course of Justice, and so overthrow the Commissioners of the Great Seal, and the Commissions so sued out as a foresaid by your Petitioner, & refuseth to come to trial with your Petitioner thereupon, on purpose to keep your Petitioner's goods to himself, and your Petitioner still in prison, contrary to all Law, Equity and good Conscience, and to your Petitioner, his Wife, and Children's utter undoing, and then, they being like to persist for want of sustenance by cruelty and unjust dealing of the said Skelton, which your Petitioner humbly prayeth by your Honours may be graciously considered, there being hardly any president of greater oppression, nor a more lamentable object of pity, then your Petitioner's present sad condition. In tender consideration whereof, and for that it is evident by your Petitioner's endeavouring his peace before the said Act and since by his returning home voluntarily without constraint, deferring his Commission and employment abroad, bringing into England, his Wife, family, and Goods, and making his humble Addresses for Employment under the Commonwealth; he most humbly beseecheth that he may enjoy the benefit of the said Act, and that the said Skelton may be prohibited from proceeding in the said cruel and malicious way against him. It was this Day certified that our Fleet was in a readiness to put to Sea, the Generals at Sea are, General Robert Blake General George Monk, General John Desborough, and General William Pen. The other Commissioners for managing the affairs of the Admiralty are Colonel Joans, Col. Clerk, Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Kelfey, Major Burton, John Stone, Edward Horseman, Vincent Gookin Esquires. There have been many Treaties between the Commissioners of the Council of State, and the Dutch Deputies, at the last whereof the Dutch Deputies did break off upon matter of security, but it is hoped that speedily they will close again. Monsieur Van de Par, one of the Dutch Deputies died yesterday at his Lodgings in Covent Garden. Several Orders have been given to the Commissioners of the Admiralty, to employ those in the service, who shall be found to be most able, and to be well affected, and to remove all such as are otherwise. It is advertised from Holland, that they make great preparations for Sea against the next Spring, they intend to have one hundred and twenty sail, whereof most of them are to be new ships. It is advertised from France, that sixteen Men of War are ready to set sail out of Brest. This I hinted to you in my last, there is nothing new worthy observation, but only that the French have built a Frigate of thirty six Guns, which is to lie in the mouth of the Straits, and do us all the mischief that it can. Although the Dutch, and French Men of War do lie about the Land's end yet we have received advertisement from Bristol that four prizes have brought into Plymouth, which do all belong to Holland, or to Zealand. There is the Hope of Delf Haven, of one hundred and thirty Ton burden, she is laden with Brandy Wine, bound for Rotterdam, she was taken by the Assistance. Another was a Zealand ship of two hundred and forty Tons, laden with Wine and Salt, taken also by our Frigate the Assistance. The third was the Orange of Amsterdam of 120 Tons, laden also with Wine and Salt, she was taken by the Hampshire Frigate. The last was the Peter of Rotterdam of one hundred Tons, laden with Wine, and bound for Amsterdam; she was taken by the Sapphire Frigate. It is again advertised, that the Lorrainers being repulsed from the frontiers of the Dutch, are returned with greater force; whereupon the Lord Brederode and Grave Horn with about sixteen hundred Horse, and 3000 Foot are joined to secure those parts, but dare not encounter the Lorrainers who are said to be 8000 Horse and Foot. The States have sent 300 which is the Prince of Orange's own Troop, to assist the Lord Brederode and Grave Horn. It is certified, that the Highlanders being 1000 Horse and Foot are in Montroth, the greatest part of them have not arms but dully expect that what Middleton hath brought from Holland shall be sent to arm them. Glencarn intends to have a Footman out of every hundred pound rent, and a Horse and a man out of every thousand and pound Scotch; but we have sent some Forces to lie at Stirling St Johnstons, and Dundee, which will be a special means to make them to keep the Hills. They fear no Winter it seems, but are all moving to join in one Body. They are all to march they say towards Edinburgh, and they presume that some private will assist them in their advance to facilitate the Design. It is advertised from Portsmouth, that the Squadron of Frigates for the West are still in Portsmouth Road, and going off. The ships which lay in Deal Road, and were bound for Mouleux, St. Matthews and Rochel are by this time there, and the trade for Pepper, Linen, and other Commodities in those places will be quickened again. It was this Day advertised from Scotland, that the Earl of Athol is much discontented. The Country comes not in unto him, according to his expectation. Those Gentlemen in whom he reposed greatest trust, do forsake him, and his own Tenants refuse to pay him Rent. The Highlanders are not in want, or in a resolution to fight with us. Three hundred of ours did what they could to engage four hundred of them, but they durst not stand to it, but retreated to their Mountains to protect them. I made mention in my last that Colonel Lilburn was advanced towards Stirling. The Highlanders have drawn a considerable Body to a Pass betwixt Stirling and Saint Johnstons, where they begin to fortify, but no doubt will suddenly be removed. They have stolen so many sheep from the Lowlands, that knowing not where to keep them, two of them (according to their proportion which they do allow themselves, do eat up a sheep a day. Two Troop their Horse (which they have distributed into several Parties) taking the opportunity of Colonel Lilburn's being at Stirling, are come down on this side Edinburgh, and in the Mey and Tivisdale have taken away great number of Horse, they came so near to Berwick, that they seized upon two Soldiers of that Garrison, they have come into several Gentlemen's Houses in that Country, and have disarmed them: The Lowlands are said to be as Malignant as ever. The civil usage of our Officers, and Commanders hath not at all engaged them to the English Interest. They only do wait an opportunity, when the Highlanders, under Kenmore, Glencarn and the rest shall become so considerable, that they may rise as one man to destroy us. Our Horse and Foot in most parts of Scotland are often out in parties against the plundering Highlanders, but through want of timely Intelligence, cannot engage them. It is advertised that General Monk with a gallant Squadron of ships did set sail from Tilbury Hope, and is gone for the Downs. The rest of the Ships, as fast as they can be made ready, are there to meet him. It was this day advertised that the Men of War which belong to Brest in France are come abroad; some of them ply about the Land's end, but the greatest part about Goodwin Sand; It is said that Prince Rupert is in person amongst them in the ship called The Swallow, which hath been lately new builded, and rigged at Nantes. General Monk, and Gen: Pen with a brave Fleet are not far from him, if they meet him, no doubt they will strike sure with him, or make the Swallow fly. The Letters this morning from Scotland do make mention, that a Party of our Horse hath surprised fourteen of the new Mosse Troopers, and brought them Prisoners to Edinburgh. It appears by them that the titular King of Scotland hath lately sent a letter to the Lord Lorn, and the rest of the Nobility who are Commanders in the Army, in which he thanks them for their faithfulness, and promiseth them all possible assistance both from himself, and from his friends, &c. This Day there was a Debate concerning the Ministers, and their maintenance, for which the Lord General, and a Great part of the House this Day have much declared themselves, but the House this Day not agreeing, and the honour of the Church being of great concernment; It was thought fit the Parliament should be Dissolved, which accordingly was done. It is again certified that the Lorraigners are retreating from the frontiers of Holland. The French King is come to Paris, he was met in the way by the titular King of Scotland on Horseback some four miles from the City, where many gratulations passed betwixt them. Five tall Men of War, and gallantly appointed are come to our Fleet in the Downs, from Portsmouth. The Chorographers affirm that Paris is more near to London than Dublin, and it appears so, for every week we hear from Paris, but from Dublin, not these five weeks. The dissolution of this present Parliament. General Monk set forth to the Downs, Prince Rupert not far from him in the Swallow with some French Men of War. The good service performed by the English in Scotland, and fourteen of the Highland Troopers brought Prisoners to Edinburgh. The Letters of the titular King to them, promising more assistance. The propositions at which the Dutch do stick in their Treaty with the English. And several considerable Dutch Prizes taken by the English.

The Weekly Intelligencer, Issue 147

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From Monday, April. 17. to Monday, April. 24. 1654. This day came the Ratification of the Peace from the States General of the United Provinces to their Ambassadors here, and by them presented to the Lord Protector in a Silver Box, signed and sealed by their Superiors, the States of the United Provinces, all concurring; whereupon all things are preparing for a final Ratification to be made by his Highness the Lord Protector, and forthwith returned to the States of Holland, and upon signification of their receiving thereof, a day will be appointed for Proclaiming it both in England and Holland. Leith, April 13. This day a party from Dalkeith took one Malcolm Rogers (Agent for Charles Stuart, who brought several Commissions from him) and also one Stephens, who had been a Soldier in Leith, little above a month since. On Tuesday last, Captain Southwood Commander of the Black Raven, going from Leith Road towards Newcastle, was set upon by eleven Dutch men of War, boarded and taken. This day also a private man of War of ours, was accidentally blown up in Leith Harbour, and 6 Men killed. Col Morgan with 850 horse and 1600 foot, hath beset the enemy, who is 800 horse, and 3000 foot, resolving to fight them, and they can hardly escape him. Captain Staner, and Captain Smith, Commanders of the Tonington and Plymouth Frigates, have taken an Holland East-India ship outward bound of 800 Tons, laden with 75 Ton of goods, and four chests of silver. Colonel Pride with his Regiment now in London have received orders to march for Scotland, as also 5 Companies of Sir William Constable's Regiment that are in Yorkshire, General Monk (say the Letters) is passed well in health through Yorkshire, and is by this time 'tis conceived in Scotland. This day came Letters from Portsmouth of a notable piece of Service by the Portsmouth, Middlesborough, and Falmouth Frigates, against a Fleet of 48 Sail of Frenchmen, as by this following from the Commander of the Portsmouth, take at large. We departed from Plymouth the 1 of this month, that night we met the Falmouth, and visited some ships of Ostend which came from St. Lucas. The third, West-south-west from the Lizard 12 leagues met several ships of Hamburg, Stockholm, Emden, and Lianbick, with two ships of Dover in their Company, all which came from Saint Martins with Salt and Wine, from that time until the 7 we were without the channel 20 or 30 leagues off. The 7 day the Middlesborough came to us. The 9 we met with one with one who told me that I might expect with the first wind, from Saint Mellons 4 ships laden with Cloth, bound for Saint Lucas, and 6 ships that were to go for the Bank. The 10 we chased a Frigate into Broadsound. The 11, the wind coming to the South, and South-south-east, we with the Middlesborough, and Falmouth, very early in the morning passed to the Northward of Vbsant, and about 3 leagues to the eastward of the Loor Rock, descried a fleet of ships standing to the westward, 48 sail, I knew not what to make of them at first, their number being so far exceeded what I expected, but found them to be French ships we got the wind of them, and took a full view of their Fleet, we took their Flagships to be cloth ships, fell in among them. The Rear Admiral being windermost, and the best ship in the Fleet, I came up with him first very close, and passed a broad side on him, and was very well seconded by the Middlesborough, the first and the second time. And as we received shot from several of their ships which lay by him, so especially from the Admiral which laid to the Leeward, upon which also we spent some shot, one of which about this time of Service carried his Main mast by the board, and that hauled his foretopmast after it, so as he could do us little more hurt. Going to pass our third Broad side, I shot the Rear Admiral's main Topmast. After the fifth broad side from us, and two from the Middlesborough, as above, he took in his Flag, and called for quarter, came aboard with their boat, and I sent men to possess her, but found it impossible to save her, being all torn to pieces. As soon as their men were aboard of us, she sunk without saving the value of six pence besides the Flag. She was a ship of 260 Tons, 18 guns, 4 brass Stock fowlers, and 85 men, bound to Burneuf for Salt, and thence to Canade to fish, her name the Fourdore, Sebastian Penoire Commander, who informed me that all the rest were on the same design, only two bound for St. Christopher's with passengers. Having freed ourselves from her, we bore with another, and coming to take her, we found her left by the Company who were got into Shallops, one of which we took, and learned by them she was sinking, she was then on the Curene, her name the St. Clement, John Gerrat Master, she had 70 Men and 14 Guns, she received her shot from us about the time the Fourdore yielded. The wind very much increasing, we stood after some which stood into the shore, and near the Isle of Bass took the John Baptist, John Paus Master, with 14 Guns and 70 men. The night approaching, and the ships out of sight we came away with these. This was all done in sight of that coast or shore. I bless God we lost not a man, had only two hurt. The Middlesborough took the Veirge bon Voyage, that Admiral whose Masts were shot off as aforesaid with 18 Guns and 70 men, and the Lou Blanch, with 11 Guns, and 60 men. The Falmouth took the Jaques with 8 Guns, and 40 men. Portsmouth Frigate in the Plymouth Sound, the 13 April, 1654. By the last Letters from Regensburg thus. The Duke Francis of Lorrain with his two Sons being arrived to this City, had audience the next day after his arrival of the Emperor, and the next day he visited the Imperatrix, and the King of the Romans, and so intends to go on his journey into Flanders; whereas it was agreed upon that the Emperor should depart from hence upon the 20th of April, it is put off for eight days longer, upon the earnest entreaties of the States assembled at the Diet, but with this proviso, That all other affairs laid aside, they shall only take the business in hand concerning the defence of the Frontier places, and thereupon the Emperor hath sent to Presburgh (the chief City in Hungaria) to repair the old Fortifications, and put the place in a posture of defence. From Hamburg. The Duke of Brunswick hath sent some Forces towards Winsen and Harborough, but as yet it cannot be conceived what his intent is: The design of General Koningsmarck in sending to Bremerburgh hath proved abortive, by reason that the City of Bremen had prevented it; We have likewise intelligence, that some Forces come from Denmark and Holstein, are come to quarter about Altenaw, Ottensee, and parts adjacent, which doth give a great terror in these parts, which hath given occasion to make new levies for our own defence, but that which doth cause more amazement, is, by reason that the King of Denmark, who is still at Gluckstadt, hath sent an Order to all his Officers of the Admiralty in Norway, to search all our ships that are in that Land. From Lubeck. We hear from Muscovia, that a Proclamation hath been made commanding all strangers, Merchants or others, to depart the Country within a set time, under great penalties; this being done upon the solicitation of the Patriarch, who hath made very great rejoicings upon the birth of a young Prince. From Munster in Westphalia. Our Bishop having gathered up all the moneys which are to be paid to the Swedes, is now expecting that upon payment thereof they should deliver up the stronghold of Weckt, according to their agreement. After a siege of eight days followed very close, the Castle of Hammerstein was delivered up to the Elector of Triers, they being taken at Mercy; the common soldiers were set at liberty, only the Governor and others of the high Officers were kept prisoners, who are to be called to account for their high oppressions they have done in the Country adjacent. This day Sir Anthony Ashley Cooper, Colonel Sidenham, and Mr. Strickland, three of the Lords of the Council, were sent Commissioners, with Mr. Jessop Clerk of the Council, to the Lord Ambassador Bourdeaux, Ambassador from the King of France, to Treat with him touching the Treaty with that Kingdom. An Ordinance is passed the Council for continuing the Imposition upon Coals for building of Shipping. A second Order of Reference made by the Council for renewing the business of Improving of Forests. The Council had under consideration an Ordinance touching Postages. An additional Ordinance touching the Surveyors of the Highways for this present year, 1654. Whereas in an Ordinance for better amending and keeping in repair the Common Highways within this Nation, it is ordained, amongst other things, that two or more able and sufficient Householders, as in that Ordinance is expressed, should be elected and chosen upon the first Tuesday next ensuing the five and twentieth day of March yearly, to be Surveyors of the Highways within their respective Parishes for the year ensuing: And whereas by reason of the late publishing of the said Ordinance, the time aforesaid for such election for this year was elapsed, so as such election could not be made on that day in pursuance of the said Ordinance, whereby the benefit intended to the People thereby is obstructed; Be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, that the Persons which already are chosen, or shall be chosen before the first day of May 1654. to be Surveyors of the Highways (which election is hereby enjoined to be made in every Place and Parish by the time aforesaid, under the penalties in that Ordinance expressed) in case no election hath been already made, shall undertake the said Office, and be sworn on, or before, the sixth day of May aforesaid, under the penalties in the said ordinance set down in that behalf, and shall be Surveyors for this present year, as if such election had been made on the said first Tuesday after the said five and twentieth day of March last, anything in the said Ordinance to the contrary notwithstanding. And the said Surveyors so sworn, and all others authorized by the said Ordinance, shall be, and are hereby empowered, to proceed in, and put in execution, all the Directions, Powers and Authorities in the said Ordinance contained, as fully to all intents and purposes, as if the election had been made on the day therein appointed. Plymouth, April 15. Here are four French prizes brought in by the Portsmouth Frigate, and the Falmouth, and Middlesborough, which they took in a late engagement with a Fleet of them near the Isle of Basse, besides 2 sunk; They will suddenly be fitted out again; and the Paul, and old Warwick are ready to sail and the Sapphire and Constant Warwick will be ready this night, or tomorrow. From Vpsal March 17. The Grand Chancellor being sickly, the Queen hath given order to Count Erick, his second Son, and a person of very great accomplishments, to Treat with my Lord Ambassador. And on Monday last they both had a meeting to debate upon the Articles. Our being here hath not been without its use and advantage to England in several respects: Not long since, a Senator here, and He not one of the least ability, was pleased to say, That my Lord's being here had been of greater fruit to our Commonwealth, than if we had sent an Army of 10000 into Holland. And, I suppose, the Issue will countervail the charges of the Embassy, should they be never so great. The Queen is yet resolved for privacy; and it's said, That the Senators have complied with Her Majesty's desires in that particular. But an affair of this nature cannot be actually determined but in Parliament; which will now meet shortly. The Prince Royal, to whom the Queen resigns, is expected here very speedily, and it's supposed for no other end but to treat with the Senators about that affair. The Queen proposes to have the Lands in Bomerania, as part of her maintenance, and some say that the Senate have agreed thereunto; and that the Castle of Stetin is making ready for her Majesty, where she intends to reside. Others are bold to think, that this pretence of resigning, and the coronation of the Prince, is but to Usher in their Marriage together with more Pomp and Solemnity. But a matter of this weight, so blinded, and so hidden in its circumstances may be censured, and guessed at by all, but can be apprehended by very few. From Paris the 22th of April, 1654. This week the Arms of the Prince of Conde are to be defaced from all his Houses, or places hereabouts where they are affixed, and the late Sentence given against him and his Adherents, is prosecuted with all severity. This Court hath spent much time and moneys about their Masks, Plays, and the like Court Toys, and that being over, they intend to think upon the next Field Expedition. Charles Stuart, and the little Queen his Mother are here still, but as we are certainly informed, they are to go from hence very shortly, only those moneys which are promised them are not yet brought in, which doth make a great demur upon their Journey: This week the Protestants Commissioners had a large Audience, where having represented at large all their grievance, and prayed for a speedy relief, they had a very mild answer returned unto them, That all business should be taken into consideration, and in a short time they should be relieved, and now they are in expectation of that answer, which, it's to be feared, will be no other than complimental, and nothing effectual. The Cardinal de Retz is still close prisoner at the Castle of Nantes, and being earnestly solicited to the leave the Archbishopric, he is still in the same resolution as formerly, choosing rather to suffer a long and tedious imprisonment, than to yield in the least to part from that which is his right. The maritime parts of Brittany, and so on to the River of Bordeaux are still to alarm, being much afraid of the great fleet which is now near Portsmouth; We hear from Bethune, that the 5000 Spaniards which were in Brabant and Haynault, do much toward Lile, and that those forces which had their winter quarters about the River Lis, have received Order to be ready for a march upon the first command. The Lorrainers do not stir, but are expecting the Prince Francis of Lorrain who is now coming to them from Germany, to be their Commander in chief in his Brother's absence. Marshal de Turenne is not yet gone to Picardy, and I suppose his greatest demur is for want of that money which is promised him, which he cannot have this week, and the next hardly obtain it. Monsieur Lodowick de Gand, Lord of Brachey, and Resident here in England in the behalf of the High and Mighty Prince Lewis, Duke of Gueldens and Iuliers, Conte of Egmont and Zutphen, &c. yesterday, with many Gentlemen of quality accompanying him in Coaches, was attended by Sir Oliver Fleming, Master of the Ceremonies, unto his Highness the Lord Protector; The Lord President Laurence and some other Lords of the Council, with the Secretary of State being present in his Highness's Chamber at Whitehall, where the said Lord Resident had audience, and made a congratulatory Speech, which was Answered with a great deal of respect from his Highness. An Ordinance was published for further suspending the proceedings of the Judges named in an Act, Entitled, An Act for the Relief of Creditors and poor Prisoners, to this effect. Whereas in regard of many doubts arising upon an Act of the late Parliament, Entitled An Act for the Relief of Creditors and poor Prisoners, and several inconveniences and mischiefs like to grow from thence, not only to the Creditors & Prisoners themselves, but to divers other persons, without some explanation and further direction to be given to the several and respective Judges authorized in and by the said Act; It is by an Ordinance of the 31 of March last Ordained, that the said several and respective Judges should not proceed to sale or disposition, nor otherwise intermeddle in the execution of the said Act, or any of the powers and authorities given by the same, until the twentieth day of April instant; and whereas the way for prevention of those evils, and the better accomplishing the ends intended by the said Act, is now under consideration, which will necessarily require some longer time to perfect the same: Be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council, That the said several and respective Judges mentioned in the said Act, or any of them, shall not proceed to the sale or disposition of any of the estates real or personal, or any of the said prisoners, or of any other person or persons whatsoever, mentioned or intended in or by the said Act, nor shall otherwise intermeddle in the execution of the said Act, or any of the powers or authorities given by the same, until the fifteenth day of May next coming; And be it further Ordained, that all acts and things to be done by the said several and respective Judges, or any of them, by virtue, colour or pretence of the said Act from henceforth and before the said fifteenth day of May aforesaid (saving only in such cases, and according to such limitations, as by the said Ordinance they had power to do, before the said twentieth day of April) shall be and are hereby declared to be utterly null and void. By the last Letters from Naples thus. There hath been a view taken of all the new Levies under the command of the Prince San Severino but they do not answer near the number what was expected, there being not one thousand of able fighting men. The Prince de la Rocca is likewise to go into Apuglia, there to command some forces, and to endeavour to secure them from any foreign attempt, our Vice King being resolved to keep a small body of an Army in each Province thereby to put all frontier places in a posture of defence, and in a capacity to assist each other, have also sent lately a small vessel with some necessaries to Porto Longone. From Venice: We hear by the last Letters from Candia, that the Generalissimo Foscolo before his departure is taking all care possible to set all things in good order: Our Ambassador Capello is still a prisoner at Andrinopolis, and there is little hopes hitherto of his enlargement, or a further Treaty with those Infidels, seeing their extraordinary preparations which they make for this next Summer, their Armada being more than thirty Galleys stronger than the last year: The news from Dalmatia are yet worse, for the General Delfino having as you have heard besieged Clim with an Army of about 6000 men, the Turks having privately sent a strong supply of men into the place, our men found a very cold welcome, for those Infidels sallied out our men in great numbers, whereby they were overpowered, our men were forced to leave the place, above one thousand slain and taken prisoners, all the baggage lost, with two pieces of Ordnance. From Turin: Upon the advice received that the Governor of Milan intended to be shortly in the field with a powerful Army, therefore an Order is expressly sent to all the Commanders, that they do repair every one to their several employments, and that all things be put in a posture of defence, as well the Army as the garrisoned places, yet considering the Enemy doth not receive that aid from the Vice King of Naples which he expected, therefore it's thought he will not act much this Summer. Paris April 25 1654. The last Letters of Catalonia advise that there hath been lately a great difference between the Country people near Terragona and the Governor and his Garrison, after many hot words they fell to blows, insomuch that Captain and some Officers were slain in the fray, now both parties are gone to Barcelona, the one side to justify themselves against the accusations of the other, this action doth make the Governor of that place to fortify the place, and put himself into a posture in case of a siege. The Marques de St. Genoa field Marshal in his Majesty's Armies is come to Phillipsburg where he is to be Governor, one of the Cardinal's Secretaries who was made Commander pro tempure, having resigned him the place according to his Majesty's orders thereupon. We hear from Flanders that the Elector of Cullen, and the Archduke Leopoldus have had a meeting at Louuain, and having tarried there about two days, did part with much satisfaction one of each other, the Archduke having at his departure presented him with some rich Tapestry, and four of his best horses; We have by Letters from Sedan, that the Governor of Jeamis having made a design with the Governor of Mouson to beat up some of the enemy's quarters who had their Winter quarters at Wirton in the Province of Luxembourg, they carried their work on so gallantly, that the several Troops there quartered were for the most part slain, and the rest taken prisoners, with a company of Spanish Soldiers who were left for the guard of that Town. The 22th instant, one James Darry an Irish Gentleman was made by the King Lieutenant of the Duke of York's Regiment, and the next day was made Knight by Charles Stuart; the same day the King went with the Cardinal to the Park of Vicennes where he was a hunting, and so returned hither at night. The preparations at Toulon goes on still, but not so fast; it is not yet certain whether the prince of Conti shall go on into Catalonia; neither have the Commissioners from that Country prevailed anything towards those Propositions which they presented at their first Audience, but are delayed, and receive no other satisfaction than Court language. We have from Thionville, That the Governor of Sedan having passed the Mosell with his Army, passed at Estain into the County of Vouure, and so intends to go to Sedan, and send those Forces under his command unto the Quarters. The Duke of Orleans is still near Blois, and notwithstanding the many allurements from the Court to invite him hither, yet he remaineth inflexible, and will not in the least hearken to it. Dalkeith 13 April 1654. On Monday morning last a party of 40 of the Enemy's Horse or more came in view of our Garrison of Kilcrooch, and passed by it. Lieutenant Hunt that commanded there drew out with a party, but could not overtake them, till they were got to Aberfaste, took 7 prisoners, 11 Horse, 20 Cloaks, and many Cloak bags full of plunder, which the Enemy scattered the better to make their escape: we rescued two prisoners which they had brought out of the Borders of Cumberland to the Hills; Lieut. Col. Irwin commanded, and brought up to the Rear. The Lords Forrester, and Dudhopp are in Athol, but bring no further advantage to their party, than their Persons and Attendants. Since the two Defeats given to McNaughtons party, he is gone away, being much suspected by some of that party that he hath betrayed his party to us, which makes many of their Officers begin to Capitulate, and to desire Terms to come in. The 9th instant Col. Morgan was at Dingwell in Ross, within a mile whereof the Enemy must march, or else engage, otherwise go such way as never Horse went over Hills and Rocks. Their number is 4000 Horse and Foot, ours about 2200. our Soldiers are very hearty, and wish nothing more than an Engagement. Edinburgh April 17. The enclosed is all the account we have had from the North of Scotland, the only place now for action, since my last. Inverness April 10. The Enemy in Caithness have endeavoured all they could to raise that Country, but the people are backward in joining with them, fearing least the Garrison which is at Sinclair Castle, commanded by Captain Langrish, of Col. Fitth's Regiment, should punish their forwardness after Middleton's march out of Caithness, wherefore for their encouragement, Major General Dyal with a party of foot, and one hundred horse is ordered to sit down before it for the taking it in which is conceived will not easily be achieved by them, the place being naturally strong, and a vessel within these few days being sent from hence with 3 months provision and ammunition; so that they are with what they had in store, well provided for at least six months, Capt. Hill also of Col. Fitch's Regiment carried from hence this week thirty horse load of necessaries for his Garrison of Ruthen in Badgenoth of which he is Governor, that Country at present being free from the Enemy. Col. Morgan marched from this place on Monday, he having drawn a party of Foot out of this Garrison to join with those Forces he brought from Aberdeen, so that he lies with about Eleven or Twelve hundred Horse and Dragoons, and a considerable party of Foot betwixt the Enemy and the Passes they must needs march through, if they intend to move out of this North Corner; so that they will be compelled to fight, or otherwise break or disband those Forces they have gathered; there being no way left them to avoid meeting with Col. Morgan, but through such inaccessible bounds, as it is impossible for their horse to march that way, and very difficult for their Foot, it being exceeding Mountainous, and scarcely inhabited, and the Country they are in will not long be able to sustain them, it being very poor. I doubt not but a few days will give us an account of some Action betwixt him and Middleton; what the Success will be the Lord knows, in whose hands are all the corners of the Earth. By another express from Leith the same date. We have little here but what's in expectation, Morgan and Middleton have continued at an easy distance from each other for some days past, and 'tis conceived that the little Colonel has some advantage of him in respect of ground, and will endeavour by all means to engage him, though his number at present be much inferior to his. In the mean while, there is many dissolute persons from several parts run to the Enemy. One of our Frigates that convoyed ammunition and some Merchants ships hither, in her return off from Dunbar was confronted with 7 Dutch ships, and after hot skirmish boarded, and carried away; two light Vessels that went with her made their escape, and brought the news to Leith. Plymouth, April 16. Wednesday last Capt. Potter Commander of the Constant Warwick (who three weeks since brought in Beach) did bring in hither another of the Brest Pirates, viz. The Bridget Frigate, a small Vessel of 4 Guns, but one of the neatest things, and the best Sailor that hath been known. Beach and Jones say (who are now together lamenting their loss, and bemoaning their misfortune as they call it) that Capt. Potter hath taken two of the principal Frigates that belong to Brest. Tuesday last the Portsmouth, Middlesborough, and Falmouth Frigates met with 48 sail of French men upon their own Coast, 24 of them were ships of force, and the other great Vessels all bound for the Newfoundland, there was an hot fight for the space of five hours, in which time there were three of the best French ships sunk, but most of the men which were alive saved by our Frigates, there are four taken, one of which is brought in hither, the other three are brought in at Foy, they have nothing in them but provisions and some salt, I cannot learn of any men we have slain, but some wounded, neither have we sustained much damage in our shipping. Further from Paris April 25. In answer to yours concerning the little Queen, and her Son the titular King of Scots, thus much at present, Three days since she went from hence, having two days before taken her leave of the King and Court, there went with her, her two Sons, Pr. Rupert, and some others, in all about 12 Coaches; some say she intends for Orleans, others, to the Duke her Brother, at his house near Blois. Charles Stuart is only gone to convoy her on her way, and to return, but not yet quite to leave France, as reported. Deal, April 21. This afternoon is arrived here the Express who doth return into Holland to carry to the States General the ratification of the peace, signed and sealed by his Highness the L. Protector, which upon signification of their receiving, will be suddenly proclaimed both in England and Holland. There is brought into this Road 3 Dutch prises, whereof one was a ship bound for the East-Indies, and the other two of good value; there are also brought into Harwich 2. Dutch prises which came from Norway, and some Busses, we hear, are taken by a private man of war, and carried into Yarmouth, having some fish in them, but not fully laden: Nothing further from our Fleet, but that they ride still in Stoaks-Bay. ☞ There is newly published an Excellent Romance in Folio, Scholastic, Witty, and very Delightful, Entitled, Festivious: Or, Pleasant Notes in Verse and Prose, upon that Famous History of DON QUIXOT: By Edmund Gayton Esq; Printed by William Hunt, and are to be sold by most Booksellers in London and Westminster.☜ Atheinus Vapulans, or A Treatise against Atheism, rationally confuting the Atheists of these times; By William Towers, B. D. sometimes Student of Christ's Church in Oxon. Printed for Humphrey Moseley at the Prince's Arms in St. Paul's Churchyard. The grounds and validity of Instant Baptism is answer to Mr. Tombes, by John Horn Minister at Lin in Norfolk. A Vindication of the late change of Government, entitled, Peace protected, by John Goodwin. Water Dipping, no firm footing for Church Communion, by John Goodwin, To be sold by H: Cripps, and Lodo. Lloyd at their shops in Popes-head alley. Animal Cornutum, Or, The Horned Beast; showing the grounds of Christian Astrology: With a Narrative of all the Visible Eclipses, both of Sun and Moon for these 15 years to come, together with an Answer to some impertinent objections against Astrology. Sold by William Larnar at the Blackmore's head near Fleet Bridge. The Sun of Righteousness shining upon the Sons of Unrighteousness, or a Treatise written by Mr. John Sheffield Minister at Swithins London, and are able to be sold at the Ball in Paul's Churchyard. There was stolen this 20th of April from John Ward of Bolney in the County of Sussex Gent. And John Petto Minister, one bay Gelding, about 15 hands high, with a small star in his forehead, and a white Lock or tuft of hair in his Tail. Also a sad bay Nag with a hooked Nose, and a bright bay Mare, grizzled on the back, and a white spot in one of the hinder Pastels: Whosoever shall apprehend, and give notice of any of the said horses to Mr. Bonner at the Cathern Wheel, on Fish Street hill, London, shall be very well satisfied for their pains. This is licensed and entered according to Order.

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From Tuesday, April 11. to Tuesday, April 18. 1654. By Letters from the furthest part of Germany it is advertised, that on a part of the great Forest, not far from the River of Danubius, there have been a Troop of Horsemen all in black coming out of the Forest, and not far from them there was seen another Troop of Horsemen all in white, coming out of the said Forest who encountered with the black Troop, and after half an hour's fight, the black Troop prevailed, and forced the white Troop to retreat into the Wood. Immediately afterwards there appeared a tall man in black who was remarkable by many white streaks in his apparel, who with another strong party of the white, did fall upon the black Troop, and had the better of them; the fight being ended, the tall man in black who did lead the white Troop, and seemed like a Giant, at did the first grow less and less, and being at the last no bigger than a Pygmy, he immediately vanished into air, of which the Philosophers in Germany (who have had many disputations on this Subject in their Schools this last Lent) doth say he was begotten; but that which doth seem to contradict them is, that the sound of the Drums, and Trumpets were heard, so likewise was the noise of the Guns, the clashing of their swords, and the neighing of their Horses, the smoke of the guns was seen, so likewise was the blood of the dead, and the wounded, and which strongly conduceth to prove it was no Apparition, the impression on the ground which the feet of the Horses made, was many days afterwards to be seen; This hath been examined before some of the Judges in Germany, to give satisfaction to divers great Princes in the Empire, who have desired to be thoroughly informed of the Truth thereof, which hath been testified by some thousands who have seen it, not only once, but several times since. The News which came this Day from Scotland, is fully represented in this ensuing Letter. I shall only desire you to remember that those Parties over which the English so happily were Masters, were those who were newly levied in the Southern, and Western parts in Scotland, and were going to the Rendezvous in the North. It begins thus. According to your Honour's Command I drew out 100 men out of my Col: Regiment, and we met at Hambleton on Tuesday last, from whence I sent 40 to Douglass, and Zanckers appointing them to meet me within two days, at a place appointed; and with the rest of the Party I marched to Newmils, where I lay one night, making it my business to get what Intelligence I could of the Enemy's motion. The next morning by break of day, a Lieutenant and 9 Mossers came to the Towns-end, upon whom our sentinel fired, and they presently betook themselves to the Mosses; and notwithstanding they were closely pursued by the Guard, they could get but two Prisoners, and six horses, being but that night taken from some Country people, which I caused to be restored again, upon some small consideration to the Soldiers that took them. The same day Lieut: Evans marching with his party from me to Douglass, through the Mores took 8 Mossers more, notable Villains, and sturdy. I sent to the Governor of Ayr to desire him to acquaint me with the condition of Lieut: Hickman, who marched out with 70 horse from Glasgow, by reason it was reported he forced the Enemy in Carick, who was said to be double his number, but his Return to me was, that he was considerable enough, and that he had met, and fought some of the Enemy, routed and pursued them to Chapell, and so did judge that my party might be most useful about Zanker, and those Passes, to that purpose I divided, and sent Lieut: Evans with 50 horse that way. But two miles from Comlock I happened to hear the Enemy by a Countryman, who reported them to be about 12, I sent a party to the place where they were, but they had the Alarm, and rid for it, their party still increased, till they came to the number of 60. which were still pursued by a Corporal, and ten men; at last they faced about, seeing no more, and our party made a halt, but so soon as ever they discovered my party coming, they presently began to flinch, and turn tails, I sent the Corporal therefore presently to charge their Rear, but they soon fled, and betook themselves to the Mosses, whither we pursued them at least 10 miles, in the most doleful place that ever I beheld; He followed them so long as our horses could step forward, and till they had not above 12 or 14 together in a body, the rest dispersed, many leaving their horses, which we picked up to the number of 25, but could that day take no more prisoners but 8. and 2 or 3 slain in the pursuit. This party was commanded by Major Hamilton, Capt. Leglau, and Campbell, the last of which was not there. There was besides Cragdorough, with 50 horse that came up from about Dumfries to join with these, and was quartered within a mile or two, where I fell upon these Youths; but by reason of our interposing could not come to them, but marched off entirely in a body to the left of us; I endeavoured to get what Intelligence I could of their motion that night. The next morning I understood where they were; and what they intended which was to go by the way of Douglas, and so into the North over Cluyd. I presently mounted and marched another way, as fast as I could, thinking to have been before them, but it so happened that they were gotten past Douglas a full hour before me; I found out their Tract, and pursued after them as fast as I could, sending 16 of our best horse, if it were possible to engage them, but all was to little purpose: we pursued them until we came within 4 miles of Hamilton long within night, but then lost them. I came to Hamilton this morning about one a clock, and presently sent out all the horse that were here, to lie upon the Passes of Cluyd, and to range the Country between Evandale and Senerick, where about I judge they will attempt to get over Cluyd I have also dispatched an express to Col: Cooper desiring him to send to Stirling, to draw forth their horse on the Passes, that so if we miss of them here, they may perhaps light on them; they cannot but be much tired. I have also sent to Ayr to Cap: Robson, to desire him to advise Lieut. Hickman with his party, which I understand is come out of Carick, to lye about the Country near the Passes over Dumbartonshire, where those dispersed people of Hamilton's and Leglan's will certainly privately endeavour to get over. The 8 prisoners first taken, I sent to Ayr, the rest I shall send this day to Glasgow: One is said to be a Capt: another a Lieutenant, and one a notorious murdering Moss Trooper, known to be so by the Country about from his childhood. Truly Sir, must now of necessity take some rest, both men and horses being utterly spent, and having not only tired out our own horses, but also those we took from the Enemy. I shall not further trouble your Honour. It is further advertised, that some parties of Horse who were lately of Major Gen: Harrison's Regiment have done remarkable service in gleaning of the new Levies who were marching into the North. Four or five hundred have lately been dispersed of these Scots: General Monk is gone to take the command of the Forces in Scotland, he carrieth with him an Ordinance from the State tendering pardon to those who shall submit, some few of the Ringleaders being excepted. It was advertised, that on last Friday the Messenger from England certifying the sealing of the Articles by the Commissioners on both sides, arrived at Rotterdam, where he stayed not an hour, but made his Dispatch towards the Hague, where no doubt there will be a sudden meeting of the States General for the Ratification of them; the substance of the Articles is to this effect. That there shall be a closer Alliance and confederacy between the Commonwealth of England, and the States of the United Provinces, than was ever heretofore. That the Peace be published by both Commonwealths upon one and the same day; after which, all acts of hostility to cease after ten days in the British Seas; from thence to the Cape of St: Vincent after six weeks, and to the Mediterranean Sea after six weeks, and the furthest parts before eight months; after all Prizes to be restored. That all acts passed be forgotten, and all prisoners on both sides released; both to defend each other against all enemies, neither to act anything against the other. That all hostility cease between England, and Denmark, none to assist the Rebels of either Nation with any supply, but assist each other against them; and the one not to receive those the other declares to be enemies, but cause them upon notice to depart within 28. days upon pain of death. That no private persons be suffered to assist the enemies of either, not to pay to either great Impositions than others. The States ships to strike their Flags to the English in the British Seas; no retreat to be given to Pirates in any of the Ports of either; each to comprehend the other in any treaty with any Nation, if desired. That if any particular Persons break the Peace, it shall not break the National Confederacy: but those that do it to be punished. The Subjects of each to travel freely through all quarters of each, by Water or Land, not exceeding forty in a company, and submitting to the Laws where they are. That in storms each may have Harbour under other, if they break not bulk without paying of Customs. The Merchants or Mariners of either Commonwealth not to be pressed to serve under the other, but upon inevitable necessity, and then to have satisfaction. That in each other's Country, they pass between their ships, and Inns with lawful Weapons, both Offensive, and Offensive. That all ships of both Commonwealths defend each other against all whomsoever, sailing their course together. That if any other take any ships out of either their Dominions, both parties to engage against them, until restitution be made. The Searchers of both, to take no more of any of either, than their Instructions. Letters of Reprisal not to be given for damage caused, if in 3 months satisfaction may be had. That such as have private Commissions put in good security not to damage the subjects of either Commonwealth. That not above 8 ships of War remain in any Port of the other's Commonwealth without consent. That Justice be done by the States on those that are alive that murdered the English in Amboyna. That there be Commissioners on both sides to examine the differences of the Inhabitants of both Nations in the East Indies, Greenland, Muscovy, Brazil, and other places, and if they cannot agree within three months, to refer it to be determined by the Protestant Switzers. There is a report that the late Queen of England with her Children, and the Children of the Queen of Bohemia are all warned to depart from France, and places are assigned them to which they shall retire, but I can find no Letters of any certainty to confirm it. I made mention in my last of the Commissioners to be chosen to conclude the business in relation to our Merchants' losses sustained by the stopping of their ships by the King of Denmark, &c. I am this morning informed, that the same is agreed upon, and Security already given for the payment of the Money. By Letters this day from Edinburgh is advertised, that the parties of horse and Foot sent out by the chief Commander towards the borders of England have quite spoiled all their levies, and having secured the borders of England, are returned with many prisoners. We are once more desired to mention Mr. Isaac Playford Student and Practitioner in Physics and Chirurgery, Resident in Kings street in Covent-garden near the Sign of the Golden Fox at Mr. Wells his house, to let the Nation understand that he can make the Antidote called Orivetan, so much renowned over all Europe, which is a Remedy incident to most Diseases incident to Mankind; he having it always ready by him, you may constantly find him in his Study from five in the morning, till three in the afternoon. It is further advertised from Scotland, that the Scots had lately a Rendezvous in Southerland, where appeared two thousand Horse and Foot, five hundred of the Horse were very poor, they were a great part of them ordered to march to Argyles County, and the rest to continue in the North. Middleton added to their number at the Rendezvous two hundred good horse, who had all good Riders, and two thousand five hundred men are daily expected, by which it appears that all the Forces they make, when amassed into one Body, will not make five thousand horse and foot. To encourage his men Gen: Middleton gave them some Spanish Gold, and tells them what vast sums are promised by the Emperor, and how many men his Brother in Law is from thence to bring over with him. I made mention in my last of the advance of Colonel Morgan, and Colonel Daniel towards the North to encounter with this Body of the Enemy, before that any new Levies can be raised, or Forces from foreign parts be arrived. Lieut: Col: Mitchell is since marched to him with nine Companies of Foot, 6 Troops of horse, 2 gallant Troops of Horse more, and 5 Troops of Dragoons, to which are to be added four Troops of Horse, and three Companies of Foot, who will either force the Enemy to a Battle, or to stay where they are, where it is impossible for them any long time to subsist, or else they must hazard the loss of all their Horse by the length of the Mountainous ways, and scarcity of provisions. The Ordinance for Uniting Scotland with the Commonwealth of England, was this Day Passed, with some new Instructions. The Enemy being quite dispersed, and chased from the Southern parts of Scotland, it was this Day advertised that the War is carried altogether in the North, where we are now very considerable in our Forces, and due care is taken for Provisions to be brought by Sea to Aberdeen, and Montrose, for all things necessary. We have fallen upon some Van Curriers of Middleton's Army, who we sent forth to observe the motion, and the numbers of our Army, which may be of great advantage to us, and will undoubtedly be made use of: Some of Lorn's Horse have been also taken upon the Pass over the Tay, and the Cornet of his own Troop killed, who was also of his own Name, their boasts are great in Scotland, not only of relief from Germany, which they say are to be shipped at Hamburg, and Lubeck, which is unlikely enough, but that Count William who is of the Orange Party in Holland will also come over to them with all the Power he can make, but how vain is this Rant, I leave to every knowing man to judge. The titular King of Scotland is yet in France, where of late the inclination of the People do seem more propense unto him. For our Fleet which from the Spits head did lie almost all along the Channel like a moving Wood, did so Alarm them in France from Deep unto the River of Garoon, that the Commanders of all the Western Ports do stand upon their Guards, and have sent Letters to the Court to acquaint them with the danger that doth threaten them. That which this week is most remarkable, is, The great success obtained against several parties of the Scots; the Van Curriers of Middleton's own Army taken in the North; and a Defeat given to that Party Commanded by the Lord Lorn: the near Engagement of both Armies. And the great Alarum over all the West of France, by reason of the English Fleet. The wonderful Apparitions in Germany, and the miraculous Conflict betwixt two several parties, attested by a thousand Witnesses. And the last certain News from the titular King of the Scots.

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The whole manner of the Treaty of Peace, and the most excellent Speech of the Lord Beverling to his Highness the Lord Protector, and the rest of the Council, with their several speeches to them again. Likewise a Narrative of the sad accident that befell the Troops at the Langer in Scotland: with a desperate and bloody fight at Sea between the Warwick Frigate, and Cap. Beach Admiral of the Brest Men of War: The manner of the fight, the number of men slain, and the taking of Beach and his ship, The coming of two Ambassadors from France. The Signing of the Articles: With an Order for making of new Farthings. This day his Highness the Lord Protector received several petitions, and passed divers Orders for relief of poor people that made addresses to his Highness. Also this say General Desborow, and the Commissioners of the Admiralty returned home from Chattam and came to Whitehall, the English Fleet being ready and soldiers by the Sea side ready to go on board, if need be. This day Major Bourn, and divers others, were robbed at Shooters Hill and bound in a wood, some in a Coach fought, but the Thieves slew one of the Gentlemen; another of the Gentlemen came to be dressed M. Mollins' in Shoe Lane, where one of the Thieves also came to be dressed, but the Thief hearing that he was dressing one that was hurt at Shooters Hill, run away without his cloak, which he had put off in expectation to be dressed, but M. Mollins having intelligence where he was gone, went presently and apprehended him, and from thence was brought to Newgate. On Thursday March 16. a public Minister out of Flanders from the Arch-Duke Leopoldus, had audience given by his Highness the Lord Protector. From Upsal in Sweden, thus, Our affairs here have had a little pause, and are at a stand; The Lord Chancellor hath been very much indisposed in his health, but now he is abroad again: The Treaty goes on, and this afternoon my Lord Ambassador and he have had a meeting concerning it, we cannot but believe but we shall have a very good issue; yet they are a little stumbled here at our detention of their ships, and at the dilatoriness of the proceedings of the Court of Admiralty concerning them. There are many reports here of an Ambassador Extraordinary coming from France, and another from Russia, this Virgin Lady is much courted in this juncture of Time. From Paris thus: The 27. last passed the King and the Cardinal went a hunting to Versailles. The Duchess of Mercoeur with the other Kindred of the Cardinal Mazarine, arrived in this City, and were extraordinary well received of their Majesties at the Louvre. There is a strong report, that the Cardinal Mazarin is arrived in this City and that he will have his father come from Rome and live at Court, to that end he hath procured him from the King the Title of Duke and Peer of France, and that he doth purpose to buy him, as soon as may be, some Lands for him and his heirs, and Monsieur de Lyonne is to carry the letters to Rome upon that business. On the second instant the King went to St. Germain to hunt a wild Boar, which had been brought into the Park by order of the Governor; after which he exercised himself in shooting of Birds flying, where he showed great dexterity and experience; and having spent most part of the day upon such exercise, as is fit for his quality and young years, he returned hither in the evening on horseback. Our late Ambassador or at Rome is returned, and come to this city, to give his Majesty an account of his Embassy, there is another to go thither very shortly, who will be ready to go about the middle of April, but some say not so soon. From Brussels thus: The Earl de Fuensaldagne being gone from thence, came the next day to Delft, and the two days following, the Officers of the Duke of Lorrain's Army came to meet him, what by his care and wisdom, joined with the Authority of the Arch-Duke Leopoldus, and the good disposition in the Officers and Soldiers, he hath wrought so much upon them, as to persuade them to obey the Earl of Ligneville, as they did formerly, whilst the arrival of the Duke Francis Brother to him that is now imprisoned, and having settled all things as well for that particular, as for those public affairs which concern his Majesty's service, and came back upon Wednesday last to this City. This day came to my hands a Narrative of the said accident that befell the Troops of the Langer in Scotland published to prevent the mis-reports that perhaps some evil spirits will be ready to make of it. On the Lord's day Feb. 19. Cap. Mason being at Dumfries, had intelligence that the enemy was at a place called the Lanker, about 16 miles from Dumfries, upon which he forthwith marched with 80 of his troop, upon whose approach the enemy left the town, betaking them to the hills, Cap. Mason in the pursuit took a Cornet and, and two more, the rest their horses being fresh, and his almost weary with the march, escaped, Cap. Mason quartered in the town that night, and about four in the morning Capt. Palmer came there with his party, having also had intelligence of the enemy's being there, and knowing nothing what was done, took Capt. Mason's troops to be the enemy, and a Scotchman one of the Dragoon's Scouts, being violently charged by Cap. Palmer's men, who he thought to be the enemy, declared the spirit of a Scotchman by saying that he was for the King, to save his life, by which means he lost it. The whole party then endeavouring to enter the town, the guard repulsed them; upon which Captain Palmer drew out a party of twenty to fire the guard house, by which time Cap. Mason had thirty or forty of his horse together, and with them beat out Capt. Palmer's party, which they took to be the enemy, they pursued in the evening, and at the town's end Captain Palmer met them with the whole party, and fell upon them, both sides still judging each other still to be the enemy; in which unhappy engagement six were slain of both parties, and eight wounded, of which number Cap. Palmer is one hurt. At the Committee of Adventurers for Lands in Ireland the ninth day of March, 1654. at Grocers hall. Signed by Command of the Committee, Richard Deacon, Clerk, attending the Committee. This day the Lords Ambassadors of Holland, were removing from Sir Abraham Williams' to Sir John Trever's in Channel-Row near the Palace yard in Westminster, which they have taken to reside in. From Plymouth we have received intelligence that the Constant Warwick and the Porchmouth Frigate being together, met with the great Pirate Capt. Beach, who had newly taken two prizes, but perceiving that our Frigates intended to pursue him, he left the prizes and was afterwards secured by the night coming on; The same night the Porchmouth Frigate and the Constant Warwick chanced to part company, and it so fell put about midnight, that Beach roving lighted on the Constant Warwick all alone, before when he came near, he took to be a Merchant man, and went on with an intent to board her. But the Warwick demanding who he was, he replied, he was the Portsmouth Frigate, and for Whitehall; but the Warwick suspecting him, bad him round off: then Beach perceiving his mistake, and seeing the Warwick to be a Man of War, he presently made a way, but the Warwick being a good sailor, made after him, and kept company with him all night; about 6 in the morning, Beach began the fight, firing three guns, which were answered by the Warwick, the encounter lasted till two in the afternoon, At which time Beach and his men called for quarter, and had it, he had five foot water in the hole when he yielded, he has two hundred men, twenty whereof were killed, his frigate is a very gallant new frigate of two and forty guns, whereof but eight and thirty were mounted; there are taken aboard with him nine Captains, besides himself, and divers Gentlemen, who are all prisoners: This is that Beach the Ringleader Pirate, who hath done our Merchants so much mischief this winter, that he lived like a Prince at Brest, for which 'tis like he will receive his reward, being brought in hither with the rest of his companions. This day the two Ordinances touching Ministers, and touching the Law, is before a Committee, where Justice Hales Chairman; the particulars whereof you shall have in my next. The Mayor, Recorder, Aldermen, Sheriffs, and Common Council of the renowned City of Gloucester, have presented a cordial Declaration to his Highness the Lord Protector, wherein they sincerely bless God for his Highness's protection of themselves and this Nation, and humbly desire a confirmation of the Liberties and privileges of that Corporation. From Leith, March 13. thus: Major Middleton is landed at the Ferry of Uney in Southerland, in a Scotch Hoy from the Hague about twelve o'clock at night, and another vessel at Strathnemer, in both 150 Tons of powder, and 500 Chanas given out, and with him are Sir George Monroe, the Lord Nipper, Alderman Thandyel, Major Gen. Dyel, Lodowick Drumland, and above one hundred more most Officers; they sent about 40 of their men to Achness with eight horseload of Arms, and the rest they are gone towards Strathfleet towards Assign, they intend a Rendezvous with Glencarn, in Murry, and to press all the Countries to rise. The Treaty goes on hopefully, the Lord Lisle, Mayor Gen. Lambert, Sir Gilbert Pickering, Mr. Lawrence, Col: Montagne and M. Strickland are the Commissioners for the L. Protector, that treat with the Ambassadors from the States General of the united Provinces of Holland. The Commissioners from the Lord Protector went from his Highness in two coaches, with the Secretary of State, and the Clerk of the Council, with their attendants, to the Dutch Ambassadors at Sir Abraham Williams's; they were met at the gate by the Lords Ambassadors, where the Lord Beverling made a speech to them, and they received them with great respect, and love on both sides, being come into the house and chamber appointed for their conference, they spent much time in order to the finishing of the peace; the main business this day was to confer their papers of the Agreement; and for those they have agreed, and they are engrossed by each side. Sir by your Letter bearing date March 16. I am informed you have taken a Dutch ship of four hundred Ton, laden with Pitch, Tar, Masts, and Iron, to a great value, by a private Man of War. The particulars whereof I entreat you to send in your next. The Ordinance for appointing Commissioners for approving of Ministers throughout the Nation, is passed by the Council. There is an excellent book come forth, called the Independent's Catechism.

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From Friday December 30. to Friday January 6. 1653. General Blake is going to the Hope, a Fleet of 50 ships are already out together in the Channel, and more will suddenly be with them. If the Dutch do break off, and refuse to confirm a peace with England, let them expect that God will have a greater controversy with them than ever before; It is good for there to hear in their day things that belong to their peace, lest another day they be hid from their eyes. Edinburgh 29 December, The enemy still go on with their levies in several parts of the hills, and will be numerous, do what we can to prevent them, though I see not how they can hold together in a body when conjoined, the Country not being able to bear them. Kenmore lies up towards the Bray of Mane, and in the Glens that way, within the hills near Woods and Rivers, and all along in several fast places from Lough Tay, towards the Brays of Stermont and Angus. From Dalkeith, December 27. we are advertised thus. The enemy is departed from the hithermost parts of Athol, and gone to Kirkmichel in order to their march Northwards; as I am informed Kenmore and Glencarn are both there, and their force reported to be 500. Foot, and 500. Horse; but those that gave me information that saw them, affirm they are not half that number, they lie under very many discouragements, and every place so eaten up where they come, that they are forced upon often removals, and now provision of Mutton and Beef begins to decay: I hear they intend for the North, that their Quarters upon the Lowlands may be more assured and broader, where they expect the landing of Foreign Forces, Ammunition and Money from their Majesty and the States of Holland. Athol doth nothing considerable; the people refuse to use his men according to command, one that saw him and his soldiers sayeth, he hath not got above forty Foot, and Major Mercer is there with about 60. Horse. Captain Elsemore, of Colonel Riche's Regiment, sent out a party the other day from Drummond Castle, who took one Captain Stuart, who had a Commission from Lorne to raise Forces, and four others, and killed three on the place. The Marquis of Huntley died last week at his house of Bogygeith. From Darwicks, Decemb. 28. thus: A private Man of War, we have intelligence, hath brought into Holy Land two Dutch Vessels, coming from the East Country, both being about an hundred and fifty ton burthen, laden with Pitch Tar, and the like Commodities. From Falmouth, the 2 instant, we received intelligence, That there were many ships in this Harbour which are now all gone to their several intended Ports: The Dutch are still very busy in these parts, so that it is very hard to pass by the Land's end without a good Convoy. They have, we hear, taken a ship of London, coming from New-England, laden with Masts, Beaver-skins, and the like commodities. Here have been some of the State's ships to wash and tallow, and to take in fresh water, but they are all at Sea again, there remaining none at present in this Harbour. From Deal Decemb. 29. We received this day intelligence, That some of our Frigates have taken some Beelanders belonging to Calice, who were bound for Roan and Cane in Normandy, laden with divers sorts of commodities, and carried them into Stoaks Bay, where we hear that General Monk with his Squadron was about four days since: Those ships lately gone from hence bound for Roan are safely arrived there and their Convoy is returned back. On Wednesday morning a party of these Royal Pilferers met the Post-boy going from Leith with Letters for London, and near Haddington took his horse and Letters, and some money, so that now it will be uncertain sending Letters without a Convoy. Mr. Feak and Mr. Powel were brought before his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council, and examined touching some words that fell from them in preaching and praying concerning the present Government, and were ordered to remain in the hands of the Sergeant at Arms until further consideration. Capt. Richard Newberry, Commander of the Lawrell, is come in hither, who had been out by order from the Generals, with his ship and the Ruby, the Kent and the Industry, to ply between the Isle of Wight and the French coasts, where he took some prizes, when they were towards the French coasts, they made a discovery of four sail of ships, to whom they gave chase, and followed them so close that they took two of them. Men were taken out of the ship called the Kent, to man one of the prizes, which is come hither into the Downs. His Highness the Lord Protector, with his honourable Council, had the large and last conference at Whitehall with the Dutch Ambassadors, where his Highness insisted upon the ensuing propositions. viz. 1. That satisfaction be given for all the injuries and wrongs sustained by the English, since the first affront offered by Van trump upon the Downs. 2. That they shall pay the same contribution and custom for fishing upon the Narrow Seas, as was formerly paid in the days of Qu: Elizabeth. 3. That the dominion of the Seas be invested upon the English, and that all such Vessels whatsoever that carries the Dutch colours, shall strike sail unto the ships of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland or Ireland. 4. That Security be given, for performance of all the particular Articles contained in the Treaty &c. To which the Lord Ambassadors returned Answer, That they could not assent unto the proposals, without further Instructions, and desired a Convoy for their own Country, whereby they might return an account of the Transactions of the Treaty, and be empowered with further Instructions if convenient. Whereupon a convoy was appointed, and in the evening about 9 of the clock, they launched forth in a stately Barge towards Gravesend. The Spanish and Portugal Ambassadors have likewise congratulated his Highness, and have so far agreed, that the Lord Pontania Sasa, brother to the Portugal, be removed from Newgate to the Tower of London. This day we received intelligence from the titular King of Scots, that he sent a Letter to Glencarn, dated Decemb. 21. telling him, That the King of France and Denmark, the Duke of Brandenburg, the Emperor and Princes of Germany, are not willing to assist him with men, but have assured him of a large proportion of Arms, Ammunition and Moneys, and that he would be with them immediately after the receiving of Drummond and his forces, whose headquarters is to be at Longhorn, the most fortified place in the Highlands. France and we are yet at a distance; their Ambassador hath had no audience of late, he is waiting to see what will be the issue of the Treaty in England. The Assistance and the Nonesuch sailed over to Vshant and Cruse, and parts thereabout seven or eight days, and they were together at the Fourn Rock. And decem. The 29, they sailed both together within Vshant, and being got thither they sailed into Conquet Road, and there anchored awhile, after which they went out again and plied even into the very mouth of Brest River, but the Brest men durst not stir out; whereupon our ships in the evening anchored in Cammerit Bay, to see if there they could find, or thereabouts meet with any of Charles Stuart's ships, or others of those of Brest Men of War. But they had selkt in, and durst none of them venture out. There was a Flyboat, a Vessel of eight Guns, and some six small ships more, who upon our approach ran themselves ashore, and we have since taken three prizes about Conquet Road. By Letters from Swedeland it is advertised, That the Lord Ambassador Whitlock from England is safely come thither with his retinue, joyfully received, and in good health. I hear there are some English prizes brought in lately into Zealand, taken by some of their Men of War: that province is generally more inclined to War than any of the rest, thought they have thriven no better by it than their Confederates. Whereas the Major part of the last Parliament (judging that their sitting any longer, as than constituted, would not be for the good of this Commonwealth) did dissolve the same, and by a writing under their hands, dated the twelfth day of this instant December, resigned unto Me their Powers and Authorities: And whereas it was necessary thereupon, That some speedy course should be taken for the speedy settlement of these Nations upon such a Basis and Foundation, as (by the blessing of God) might be lasting, secure Property, and answer those great ends of Religion and Liberty, so long contended for; and upon full and mature consideration had of the Form of Government hereunto annexed, being satisfied that the same through Divine assistance, may answer the Ends aforementioned: And having also been desired and advised, as well by several Persons of Interest and Fidelity in this Commonwealth, as the Officers of the Army to take upon Me the protection and Government of these Nations in the manner expressed in the said Form of Government, I have accepted thereof, and do hereby declare my acceptance accordingly. And do promise in the Presence of God, That I will not violate or infringe the matters and things contained therein, but to my power, observe the same, and cause them to be observed; And shall in all other things, to the best of my understanding Govern these Nations according to the Laws, Statutes and Customs, seeking their Peace, and causing Justice and Law to be equally administered. O. CROMWELL. Oliver Cromwell, Captain General of all the Forces of this Commonwealth, and now declared Lord Protector thereof, did this sixteenth day of December, 1653. sign this Writing, and solemnly promise, as is therein contained, in presence of the Lord's Commissioners of the Great Seal of England, who administered the same Oath, and of the Lord Mayor, and Aldermen of the City of London, divers of the Judges of the Land, the Officers of State and Army and many other persons of Quality. From Scotland, December 30 we received intelligence, That the Enemies disperse themselves into several parts: They are now endeavouring to reduce their levies into form, by laying them upon all the nearest Parishes to the Hills, but their demands are so high, that it is impossible the Country though willing, should be able to bear them. We received information that Kenmore will use all his endeavours to raise and force men horses and moneys in the South, and intends to make some Inroads into the Borders of England unless prevented, which is the more probable by that information from Durham, That twenty horsemen well mounted, and armed with pistols and swords, went through that Town on Tuesday last by break of day, and amongst them a person of quality. On Monday last we had here the fearfullest Thunder, Lightning and Rain as hath been heard of, and some cattle destroyed thereby. The Lord speak peace to his people, many constructions poor people make thereof. The Trustees for the sale of Forest Lands, have appointed upon Tuesday next, the tenth of this instant January, in the forenoon, to sit for the allowance of Public Faith Bills to be doubled upon security of the said Lands, and thenceforth weekly every Tuesday in the forenoon, till the sum to be doubled be full. William Taylor Secr. to the said Trustees. Whitehall Jan. 2. The Dutch Deputies had their last conference and spent the whole day therein; but came to no conclusion. The next News we hear of them is, That Jan. 3. they departed from their house, sent their Goods a shipboard, and themselves went after about nine of the clock the same night. We hear no news from Sea, save that our fleet rides on the Channel: And that we have last two ships of eighteen Guns, and four hundred Tonnes a piece, laden with masts, and some other commodities; which were taken by certain dutch men of War this last week and carried into Flushing. The great strength of the Highlanders: and their coming up within ten miles of Edinburgh: and the cruel murder and bloody execution done upon the English. Also the proposals and demands of his Highness the Lord Protector to the Lord Ambassadors from the States of Holland as Monday last at Whitehall upon their great conference and Treaty, touching the dominion of the Seas and the Customs of Queen Elizabeth and their Lordship's Answer thereunto; and their departure from London on Tuesday night last: With the strange Thunder and lamentable Lightning and Rain, which fell in Pembroke. LONDON, Printed by T. LOCK. 1653.

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A Message from the Queen of Sweden to the titular King of Scots, and the Duke of York, and their going to meet her Majesty at the Spaw upon a Treaty of great concernment. The Highlanders falling down into the Lowlands of Scotland, and their burning and destroying all that stands before them: The Treaty of Peace between France, and Spain. The taking of 42 French Merchants ships by the English; and the new, and secret Instructions sent to the English Generals at Sea. The proceedings concerning Regulation of the Law, and taking away chargeable Offices. A Message to Lieut: Coll: John Lilburn. And other Intelligence of great concernment. The Committee for the Law have several excellent things under consideration for Regulation thereof, and it is likely that for the case of the People the Phillesers Office, the Exigent Office, and some of the chief Offices of charge to the People, will be taken away, or lessened. Mr: Sympson and Mr: Feak are very cheerful at Windsor, and as confident as ever. The Officers in Ireland have signed a Congratulatory Letter for his Highness the Lord Protector. This Day came to our hands a perfect Copy of the Articles of Peace, as they were Printed, Published, and Proclaimed in Holland, viz: The Articles of the perpetual Peace concluded between his Highness Oliver Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, &c. on the one part, and his High and Mighty Lords, the States General of the United Netherlandish Provinces on the other part. 1. That from hence forward there shall be a firm, and unchangeable Peace, sincere friendship, and straighter Alliance, confederation and Union, than ever heretofore between the Commonwealth of England, the States General of the United Provinces of the Netherlands, and the respective Lands, Countries, and Cities everywhere under their obedience, and their people, and Inhabitants. 2. That from henceforth all enmity, discontention; and War between the said two Commonwealths, and their people, and Subjects shall cease. 3. That all offences, injuries, costs, and damages which either party hath suffered by the other, shall be abolished, and forgotten. 4. That all prisoners on both sides, of what condition, or quality soever they be, shall be released without paying ransom. 5. That the two Commonwealths shall remain confederate friends, against all whomsoever, who shall endeavour to disturb either State by sea, or Land, or being declared enemies to the freedoms, and liberties of the people shall shelter themselves under either of the said Governments. 6. That neither of the Commonwealths may make, do, act, deal, or undertake against the other, but shall actually oppose all whosoever, who shall act, or deal, or undertake anything against either Commonwealths. 7. That neither Commonwealths, nor the people dwelling or residing therein, shall give, or lend any help, counsel, or favour to the Enemies, or Rebels of either, upon pain of Treason. 8. That the two Commonwealths shall assist each other as need shall require by sea and Land, with men and ships, at the charge of the parties who desire the same. 9. That neither of the Commonwealths, or the people thereof shall receive any person or persons, which by their Commonwealth shall be declared Enemies, Rebels, or Fugitives. 10. That in case either Commonwealths by their public Letters shall declare unto the other, that any persons are their Enemies, &c: then upon such notice the Commonwealth where such person or persons resideth, shall warn them to depart within 28. days upon pain of death, and loss of Lands. 11. That no Rebel of the Commonwealth of England shall be received, or suffered to remain in any of the Castles, Cities, Havens, and Cricks, or other places privileged within the Jurisdiction of the United Provinces. 12. That the Commonwealths of England, and the people thereof, and the United Provinces, and the Inhabitants of the same, shall be bound to entreat each other with all love, and friendship. 13. That the ships of the United Provinces meeting in the Narrow Seas any of the English Men of War, shall strike the Flag as in former times. 14. That neither of the Commonwealths shall receive in any of their harbours, or assist, or refresh any Pirate, or Sea Rovers. 15. That either of the Commonwealths do make a Treaty of Amity with any Republics, Princes, or States, they shall comprehend each other, in case they desire it. 16. That if anything shall be done, or committed by any of the People of either party against this Treaty, by Land or Sea, the confederation shall not be broken, but the particular party shall be punished, &c. 17. That the People of this Commonwealth may freely, and with all safety travel through all quarters of the United Provinces to drive their Trade, armed, or unarmed, and the people of the United Provinces shall have the like privilege here. 18. That in case any Merchants ships of either State by any accidents be driven into any havens, &c. they may depart at their pleasure without paying Customs, if they break not Bulk. 19. That the Merchants, Skippers, Mariners, &c. of either Commonwealths, their ships, &c. shall not be Arrested, nor seized to serve at War, unless upon inevitable necessity. 20. That the Merchants, and Skippers on both sides, when they go on Land, may carry any weapons of defence, and offence. 21. That the Men of War of both Commonwealths meeting, and holding one course, shall defend, and protect each other. 22. That if any ships be taken by a third party, they shall do their endeavour to recover the same, and restore it at the charges of the owners. 23. That the Searchers, and other Officers shall regulate themselves according to the Laws of either Commonwealth. 24. That in case any injury be done by any people of either Commonwealth contrary to this treaty, no Letters of Mark shall be granted until Justice have been sought in an ordinary way. 25. That all persons on both sides going to sea with particular Commissions, shall give security that they shall do no damage to either side. 26. That it shall be lawful for the People on either side to repair to any Port &c. with Merchants ships, & Men of War to victual, &c. 27. That Justice be done against such as are living which had a hand in the business of Amboyna. 28. That the King of Denmark pay 14000 l. for seizing some English ships, and Goods, and other injuries, are referred to arbitration. 29. That all discords, &c: shall be forgotten in eternal oblivion betwixt this Commonwealth, and the said King. 30. That Commissioners to meet of injuries, &c. shall meet in London the 18 of this instant May. 31. That both parties shall firmly keep this Treaty. 32. That such as the States at anytime shall make Captain General, &c: shall be bound by Oath to confirm this Treaty. 33. That all this Treaty shall be confirmed by the Lord Protector, and the States General. This Day the Council sate upon great and weighty affairs. Some things were this day referred to Committees. The Committee hath made some progress in the business of the Law. Dublin 26 April. The General Council have met, and are shortly to sit again; The Lord Deputy, and the Commissioners have lately had great consultations for the settling of this Nation, now (blessed be God) in a condition ready to be settled if it were but peopled: and there are two Officers gone over from hence towards his Highness the Lord Protector, who will give an account of all things here, and by whom you will understand that (blessed be God) we are in a good condition. Five Men of War are ready to sail towards Brazil, and three others to cross towards our Freebooters to call them in. Here is a gallant Fleet of Merchant ships of about 100 sail, ready to sail for France, Spain, and other places. The 22. instant those Galliots that went to Sea from hence the day before, were driven in again by three English Freebooters, who took one of them. The 23 in the morning a Fleet of our Merchant ships, and Men of War went to Sea. A Day of Thanksgiving to God Almighty shall be appointed here for the Peace with England, the Lord having been pleased to take away the evil of the War, and all former differences between both Nations, and to desire him that the Peace may for his glory be continued forever, that we may rejoice upon that blessing between both people, who stand in so great need thereof, as well in regard of the common Protestant Religion, as of the Commerce of all the world, hoping that the time shall make us reap the fruits that blessed Peace. This Day some progress was made about the Law. Something considered of about the Coin of Money. Some Forces are passing from the North of Ireland to the Islands in the North of Scotland, that upon their landing there, they may Alarum Middleton. OLIVER Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging. Whereas the Commissioners appointed by Us to treat with the Ambassadors Extraordinary of the United Provinces; and the said Ambassadors, by way of Explanation of the third of those Articles of Peace, lately concluded between this Commonwealth and that of the United Netherlands, and for removing of all questions and differences that may arise thence from. Have agreed, and concluded the following Article, viz: That whereas in the third of those Articles of Peace, Union, and Confederations made established and promulged between the Lord Protector of this Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, and the Lords of the States General of the United Provinces, it is agreed, That all Injuries, Charges, and Damages, which either party hath sustained by the other since the 18 of May in the year one thousand and six hundred fifty two shall be taken away, and forgotten in such manner, as that hereafter neither party shall pretend any matter against the other, so for or upon occasion of any aforesaid Injuries, Charges, and Damages, but that there shall be a perfect abolition of all, and every of them until this present day. And all actions for the same shall be held, and reputed void and null, excepting such depredations as shall be committed by either side in these Seas after the space of twelve days, and in all other places on this side the Cape of Saint Vincent, after six weeks, and from thence within the Mediterranean Sea, and to the Equinoctial Line after ten weeks, and beyond the Equinoctial Line, after the space of eight months, or immediately after sufficient notice of the said Peace given in those places. And whereas certain questions may possibly arise about the fore rehearsed words, which may minister occasion of debates, and disputes, The said Lord Protector, and the States General, to the end all manner of controversy, and difference may be removed, which might arise by reason of anything in the aforesaid Article contained, have unanimously accorded and agreed, and do by these presents publish and declare to all and singular their people and Subjects respectively, that after the Publication of the Treaty of Peace, which is already done, all acts of Hostility shall immediately cease in all places expressed in the said Article, and in all others whatsoever. And that all Depredations, damages, and injuries which shall be done, or committed by one party against the other, after the fourth day of this instant May in all places whatsoever, mentioned in the foresaid Article, or elsewhere, as well on this side the Line as beyond, shall be accounted for; And all things taken or seized after the above said. of May, shall be restored without any form of Process, as also damages growing by occasion thereof. And to the end this Agreement and Article may be the better known, both parties shall Publish the same within their respective Territories and Dominions, and straitly charge and command as well their ships of War, as others whether in Port, or at Sea, to observe the same. Wherefore we having considered what is agreed as aforesaid, have confirmed and ratified, as we do confirm, and ratify the same by these presents, which we have caused to be Published, that all Persons concerned therein may take notice thereof. And to the end none may pretend ignorance herein, The Commissioners of the Admiralty are also by virtue of these presents forthwith to call in upon their several Securities given in that Court, all such Ships as have been set forth upon private Commissions against the United Provinces or the People thereof. Given at Whitehall this first of May, in the year 1654. In Witness whereof as well the Lords Commissioners of his Highness, as the Ambassadors Extraordinary of the States General, have signed these presents with their own hands. Done at Westminster the 28 of April Old style, in the year 1654. H. Laurence Pres, Gil: Pickering, E. Montagu, Wal: Strickland, H. Beverningck, Will: Nieupoort, Alan P. Jongestall. By the Post from Leith in Scotland thus. We conceive the enemy is drawing to their great Rendezvous in the Highlands, we have lately been grievously plagued with their inroads upon the Lowlands, where they burnt and destroyed all that stood before them near Dumfries, and other places; the reason of these mischiefs, and our loss is want of Intelligence from amongst them, for if we should hang up a hundred of them that we take, we should scarce squeeze ten true words out of them, we hear that Middleton is gotten out of Sutherland, wherein Colonel Morgan thought to have entrapped his Horse, or force him to fight, but now it is believed there will be no fight until some greater numbers be added to Col: Morgan, and then it's likely the Enemy will play fast and loose, in places of advantage; they expect the Duke of York's coming to them, and then all the Country voluntarily to join with him, but it's thought the Peace with Holland will cross their expectations; and indeed the Letters from Holland say, that there is News, that Charles Stuart, and the Duke of York are going to the Spaw in expectation to meet the Queen of Sweden, immediately after her resigning of the Government; the Lord Ambassador Whitlock will shortly return thence. In Holland there is also News that France, and Spain have had a Treaty for making a League for ten years, but some say it will not take effect. They report that the English have taken very lately 42 French Merchants ships, and they are in great fear of an invasion. Gen: Pen is gone to Gen: Blake with the Fleet, and hath carried down Instructions from the Lord Protector, and his Council, which are not yet fit to be published. The Portugal Ambassador had late Audience by his Highness the Lord Protector. His Highness have a foot Guard to his Person, and to carry up meat of 60, they have not Coats with Cullissances after the old fashion, but have grey Cloaks with black velvet Collars, and black velvet, and silver lace, they have 50 l. per annum a piece salary. Lieut Col: Lilburn's Friends have sent to him about a Habeas Corpus, they are not yet returned.

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Colonel Nathaniel Fines is added a Member of the Council of his Highness the Lord Protector. The Lords Ambassadors of the United Provinces this day dined with his Highness the Lord Protector at Whitehall, and the Lords of the Council, with some Colonels and other Gentlemen, at two Tables in the same room; And the Lords Ambassadors, the Lord President, and the Lord Lisle at the same Table with his Highness; and 20 Gentlemen were taken in to his Highness's Lifeguard of Foot (the whole number is to be threescore) who carried up the meat, and many Gentlemen attended; And after Dinner there was a banquet. The Coats of the Guard are grey cloth with black Velvetcollars, and black Velvet and silver lace, and trimming. From Naples 1 April 1654. Our Vice Roy is providing 4000 Suits of Clothes, 18000 Shirts 2000 Swords, so many Hats, Stockings and Shoes, for the King's Soldiers, and Shovels, Baskets, and 30 brass guns likewise to be sent into Catalonia, and hath given his order for the bringing in a Regiment Crabates, and 6000 new Spanish Soldiers to oppose the better the attempts of the Enemy against this Kingdom. From Bremen 14. April. General Keninksmarch having again besieged the Burgh, after that some of our Soldiers had come away from thence into the City, he with some Swedish Soldiers and Boars shot in Granados, which did a world of mischief, and afterward attempted the Fort, and while this City was preparing to relieve it, the Governor having been shot in the head by a bullet they surrendered. From Dantzick 4 April, We hear from Warsaw that the Princes Janusius and Boguslaus Radzivil were arrived, there with a train of more than 800 Horse, and 300 Foot. The chief business that is now enacting is to deliberate whether the King shall deliver or hold still the staff of Generalat of the Crown and of Listland. From Rhynstream 21 April. The Dean of the Cathedral of Liege is set free from Prison, and brought back again to Colen by the Imperialists. The Duke Francis of Lorain, with his two Sons are gone, and the Emperor and the King of the Romans departing from Regensburgh, and thereupon shall the Rixday make an end of their sitting being to meet again in a year's time. Flushing 19 April. The Factors here have declared upon the Peace with England to all Merchants, that from henceforth no Goods or Merchandizes shall be sent into England by the way of Dunkirk, but that there are here three small Vessels ready to lade them in for London by that time the limitation is expired, and that the next week some will also be ready for Calais. Upsala 27 March. The Queen of Sweden hath of late begun to regulate her Court, having discharged several of her Officers, expecting still the next Diet, where she pretends to execute her resolution of resigning her Government. Warsaw 2 April. Our Diet was dissolved upon the 28 of March last upon the difference happening therein between the Nuncios, the King and his Senators were for dissolving it. The Muscovites are still in their old Quarters, the Poles not much regarding their warlike preparations since the relieving of Smolensko by an addition of some German Forces. The Palatines settled in the Land of Ukraine are busy still about reforming the Laws, and securing the Authority of their Master the Duke of Muscovy against Kimelinsky's attempts who begins now to fear the effect of the said Duke's Power, in depriving him of his Estate there. Regensburgh 13 April, The Diet here have resolved to take to heart the settlement of the common defence of the Empire, and the business of those who are to be reintegrated. The Diet is to end the 20 instant. This morning the Duke Francis of Loraine is gone from hence with 30 of the Emperor's Guards towards Ments and Flanders. Munster 15 April, This week Mr. Hofstatter the Commissary for the Crown of Sweden arrived here, for the receiving of the 135968 Rixdoll: is remaining due to the Swedes by upper Circle of the Rhine, and after they are agreed for the sum pretended by the Garrison of Vetcht, it shall be surrendered to this Bishop. Rome 6 April. The Signora Lucresia Barbarina hath taken her leave of the Pope going to marry the Duke of Medene. The King of Spain forbad Sir. Massini the Nuncio to come to Madrid, the Pope hath recalled him, being much incensed thereby against the Spaniards, and doth use Cardinal Astalli hardly, on whom they intend to bestow the Archbishopric of Toledo, because he is out of favour with the Pope: Venice 6 April. News is come hither of the defeat given to some of Gen. Dolfinino's Forces as they were marching to Chin in Dalmatia by 5000 Turkish Horse, who were in an Ambushcado, yet with such a stout defence of ours that about 1800 enemies have been killed upon the place. Orders hath been given here for gathering of Forces with speed to send that way, and be revenged of that affront, or at least hinder the like for the future. The Senate hath commanded Generalissimo Moccenigowithout any further delay to go for Candia, with Marquis de Barri, and the forces designed for that place, 400 Soldiers of those raised by the Marquis Facchinetti, have been shipped at Ancona for Dalmatia, whither 300 horse and some money will be sent also very speedily. We are preparing here many new Galleys, whereof most are already very forward. Genoa 15 April: The sixth instant two Galleys of Malta arrived here, to take in provisions for their further journey towards the Levant, for the service of the Venetians, another of their Galleys is at Leghorn, abundance of ships and other vessels have been lately cast away by the storm in the Straits, and among others 16 Barques have perished hard by Sicily. The Lord Ambassador from the King of Portugal had this day Audience by his Highness the Lord Protector at Whitehall. This day the Council passed several Orders in divers Petitions formerly referred to them by his Highness the Lord Protector; and dispatched above twenty several Petitions this day. Several petitions were this day also presented to his Highness by the Masters of Requests. Several addresses have also been lately presented to his Highness from divers parts of England, the people very much, more and more owning and rejoicing under the present Government, one of which addresses follows. The humble Representation of the Justices of the Peace, chief Officers of Corporations, Ministers of the Gospel of the County of Salop, and of the Grand Jury at the Assizes held at Salop the 20 of March, in the year 1653. Humbly showing That we cannot but with all thankfulness of heart call to remembrance the late eminent actings of the Providence of God among us, in his Ordering our Wars, and Ordaining our Peace for us; And that after such variety of changes, whichhave passed over us, and with them so many fears, which have so deeply sate upon the hearts of many of God's people. We have such assured hopes of a settlement of these Nations in Truth and Righteousness, by the exercise of the declared Government; wherein consisting the present support of our Religion, and Laws, We cannot but acknowledge it as a great Mercy of God, that so suitable a Remedy should be so suddenly applied to our growing Maladies; and that our hopes after many years patient attendance upon other Instruments (when almost swallowed up in the multitude of our too just fears) are now revived, and recovered from so doubtful a condition, by the raising up of your Highness in this juncture of time, and affairs, so seasonably to be our Ruler, who have been so successfully our Leader, God having already put upon you as much of the Honour of our Peace, as men of the hazard of our wars, and we trust farther about to honour you (and you Him) with doing as much at the Helm of our Government, as in the Head of our Armies; In bringing to effect those great things, for which the Faithful in these Nations have from the beginning of our troubles continually contended with God by earnest prayer, and long with their Enemy's vast expense of blood, and treasure; Yourself being made the Steward for laying out a far greater part thereof than any other, that best knowing the price, you might best value the purchase, and be most tender of any new entrenchments upon those precious concernments, the Redemption whereof has cost so dear. We have very strong persuasions, Your Highness hath already under consideration for our common good, more than probably we know well how to request: We shall therefore in general commend only to your best of care those two comprehensive Interests, Religion, and Justice; The two great Ordinances of God, for the due exercise of the one, and execution of the other, Magistracy and Ministry, together with the fruitful Nurseries of both these (as well as special Ornaments to the Nations) our Universities, and Inns of Court. In your faithful pursuance of which so public concernments, the faithful in these Nations will follow you with their prayers, the Lord hear them for you, and followyou with good: And we among the thousands of our Israel who make the like Addresses to your Highness, faithfully serve you, and with you our Generation in our respective stations, who have subscribed our Names. This Address subscribed according to the stile, was to have been presented by two Justices of the Peace, Philip Young of Cainton, and William Crown of Bridgenorth Esquires, but Mr. Young being surprised by sickness, It was presented only by Mr. William Crown, Justice of the peace: and Mr. Thomas Porter, and Mr. Thomas Gilbert, Ministers of the Gospel. Several Addresses have been made about the business of planting Tobacco in England, and upon the result of all, and the Answer given to the Gentleman, whom a principle of charity had made Agent for the poor Planters in England, It is desired by the said Gentleman their Agent, that this may be published, who doth hereby certify: That the planting of Tobacco in England is adjudged inconvenient, and that his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council are resolved to make good the late Act and Ordinance against planting of Tobacco in England: and to give no toleration whatsoever to any: And therefore the said Agent desires that those persons concerned therein will take notice thereof, that so they may prevent such penalties as otherwise will inevitably befall them. J.D. There are many Letters from the several Counties which speak much of careful and just proceedings of the Judges in the several Circuits of England,and in some places some notorious wicked wretches have been put to death: Among the rest there was one, a Papist, a Cavalier a very deboyst wretch, executed at Hereford, being found guilty upon several Indictments for Robberies, and murder, yet died as desperately as he had lived wickedly, touching whom one that was an eye and ear witness at his execution, collected these particulars following, viz. A Brief Copy of the Expressions that were of Captain Walton at the place of execution, Who was a notorious Cavalier, and condemned at the last Assizes at Hereford, for a notorious Robber, and for murder, fully proved against him. 1. The said Capt. Walton being come to the place of Execution, he had three Papish men with him, fell on their knees as if they prayed, but none did hear their prayers, only observed their postures as they use in crossing themselves, and moving their lips and looking upwards, the other three were also known to be Papists. 2 When the Executioner came, which was long before he came with the Ladder, he with them that fell before, fell down again with him, as if they prayed, but none did hear them what they prayed, but their motions and carriage was again as before. And rising up spake to the Hangman, and then spake aloud in which he was impudent. 3 Concerning the Fact he justified himself, and said he died wrongfully. And boasted that he was for the King, who if he had had an hundred lives he would willingly have laid them down all to go to those (brave many) Lords and Noblemen that were gone before him in this quarrel. Upon so vain a bottom is that Cause founded, and by such wretches much acted; By which we may easily perceive how much the Papists were engaged for that party. 4 That there were two men in the Court when he took his Trial sitting in black Caps that procured his death. Let wicked men vaunt never so much, there is an unquiet Conscience within that can find no rest, but is as a thousand witnesses. 5 Concerning the death of Nicholas Taylor he denied it, though it had been clearly proved against him, and that was but one Branch of many Crimes for which he suffered death. 6 Concerning another young man (that it was more fully known he killed) he said he had no quarrel with him, and said he knew not whether he killed him or no. So by his own confession he might have killed more than he then remembered: but why should a dying man so dissemble with God and his own Soul. 7 That upon his Faith he was a Roman Catholic before but better confirmed in it now, and wished that all that heard him at that time might die in that Faith that he did die in. So as he lived a Swearer and Blasphemer, so he died with an oath in his mouth. And for his Religion, you see how vain a basis it had. 8 He boasted that for ought he knew that his blood might be required at the hands of some ere it be long, and that this is but the beginning of a Morris Dance, So vain and mad are Cavaliers still some of them, but blessed be God, the Lord hath put all those of them that have but common reason out of that hope now. 9 Concerning robberies upon the Highway he did utterly deny, and bid any one that could accuse him should come now to his face and justify it. But the saddest was 10 His countenance did never change at all, he did shed never a tear, confess never a sin, not showed the least remorse orsorrow at all; and as he lived wickedly, so he dyed desperately. This morning paper stuck up and many places of the City of London, and chiefly about Church doors called, A warning to all in the City called London, subscribed George Fox, denouncing woe, and plagues against the City or the sins of Pride, Hard heartedness, Cruelty, Oppression, Lusts, Inventions, Images, Vales, Filthiness, Dissembling, Hypocrisy, Coullers, fullness of bread, and plotting to do mischief, inviting the people to come out of these sins and repent. This day was more observed by people going a Maying, than for divers years past, and indeed much sin committed by wicked meetings with Fiddlers , drunkenness, ribaldry and the like: Great resort came to Hyde Park, many hundreds of rich Coaches and gallants in Attire, but most shameful powdered hair men, and painted and spotted women, some men played with a silver Ball, and some took other Recreation. But His Highness the Lord Protector went not thither, nor any of the Lords of the Council, but were busy about the great Affairs of the Commonwealth, and amongst other things had under consultation how to advance Trade for the good of the people with all speed that might be, and other great Affairs for the good of the Commonwealth. There are here every day secret meetings, and some great ones; and for all the King and his Council's sharp prohibitions, there are Libels dispersed through the street against the present Government. Our Governor and the Earl of Grandpre fell on four Companies of the Forces of the Prince of Conde, quartering at Virton, the 18. instant, and took the most part of the Officers and Soldiers of that place. The Villages upon the River of Woser, are full of Soldiers to hinder the invasion of the Swedes, who have unladen all the Turff shipsupon some design, and they have forty ships of war in readiness with 30000 men, Horse and Foot to be shipped the next month. The Great Duke of Muscovy hath not yet assaulted the City of Smolensko, which Prince Radzwil General of Listland hath strengthened with a Garrison of High-Dutch and Hungarians, and hath himself with 8000 men advanced toward Orsaw, a border place of Muscovy. We hear from Warsaw, that the Rixday or Assembly of States was dissolved the 28 of March without concluding anything, which causes great sadness, the Nobility and Gentry much opposing one the other, and the King rules the Dukedom of Listland as well as the Crown of Poland. The Muscovites endeavour to divide us amongst ourselves. The Duke Francis of Lorain with his two sons is to go this day from Colen to Dusseldorf where are some Spanish Forces come to meet him as a convoy. It is reported that the Pope shall send here an Ambassador, to proffer one of his Nieces in Marriage to the King with a portion of five and twenty Millions of Livers, and an everlasting alliance with France. And the Duke of Modena hath intent to offer to his Majesty one of his Daughters with the Dukedom of Modena, by which means the King might have a foot in Italy. The last week there was an Ordinance of the great Council in the behalf of the Deputies General of the Protestant Churches of this Kingdom, that they shall enjoy all the grants of the Declarations for Peace in all the Provinces. Many ships are to go from hence for the East and West Indies, two went off, one for Brazil and the other for the Caribes Islands, which are yet without this Haven, and yesterday 19 more followed them. The Commissioners of the Council of the Admiralty sitting in Amsterdam make it known and give notice by these, according to the special command sent to them by the High and Mighty the LordsStates General, of the 22 instant, That although the Treaty of Peace between the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland on one part, and this State on the other, be at last concluded and subscribed no Master of Ships is to go to Sea with his Ships or Goods before the time expired, after which all acts of Hostility shall cease, whereof notice shall be given, upon the penalties to those that shall do otherwise as are expressed in the Ordinances made against the disobedient Skippers, whereby every one shall be bound to submit and prevent his loss and danger, Given in the Assembly of the aforesaid Council the 24, of April 1654. Oliver Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging. Whereas the Commissioners appointed by Us to Treat with the Ambassadors Extraordinary of the United Provinces; and the said Ambassadors, by way of Explanation of the third of those Articles of Peace, lately concluded between this Commonwealth, and that of the United Netherlands, and for removing all questions and differences which may arise thence-from, Have agreed and concluded the following Article, viz. That whereas in the third of those Articles of Peace, Union and confederation made, established, and promulged between the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Lords the States General of the United Provinces, It is agreed, That all Injuries, Charges and Damages, which either party hath sustained by the other since the 18 & 28 of May, in the year one thousand six hundred fifty and two, shall be taken away and forgotten, in such manner as that hereafter neither party shall pretend any matter against the other, for, or upon occasion of any the aforesaid injuries, charges, and damages, but that there shall be a present abolition of all and every of them until this present day. And all actions for the same shall be held and reputed void and null, excepting such depredations as shall bee committedby either side in these Seas after the space of twelve days, and in all other places on this side the Cape St. Vincent, after 6 weeks, and from thence within the Mediterranean Sea, and to the quinoctial Line after ten weeks, and beyond the quinoctial Line, after the space of eight Months, or immediately after sufficient notice of the said Peace given in those places. And whereas certain questions may possibly arise about the fore-rehearsed words, which may minister occasion of debates and disputes, the said Lord Protector and the said States General, to the end all manner of controversy and difference may be removed, which might arise by reason of anything in the aforesaid Article contained, Have unanimously accorded and agreed, and do by these presents publish and declare to all and singular their people and Subjects respectively, that immediately after publication of the Treaty of Peace, which is already done, all acts of hostility shall immediately cease in all places expressed in the said Article, and in all others wheresoever. And that all Depredations, Damages, and Injuries which shall be done or committed by one party against the other, after the fourth day of this instant May, in all places whatever, mentioned in the foresaid Article, or elsewhere, as well on this side the Line as beyond, shall be accounted for. And all things taken or seized after the abovesaid fourth of May, shall be restored without any form of Process, as also Damages growing by occasion thereof. And to the end this Agreement and Article may be the better known, both parties shall publish the same within their respective Territories and Dominions, and straitly charge and command as well their ships of War, as others whether in Port, or at Sea, to observe the same. Wherefore wee having considered what is agreed as aforesaid, have confirmed and ratified, and we do confirm and ratify the same by these presents, which we have caused to be published, that all persons concerned therein may take notice thereof. And We do hereby straitly charge and require all the ships of War, and others, either belonging to the State, or to any particular persons set forth upon private Commissions, or otherwise,to observe the said Agreement. And to the end none may pretend ignorance herein, The Commissioners of the admiralty are hereby required to give effectual notice hereof to all the ships of this State, either at Sea, or in Port, within these Dominions or elsewhere. And the Judges of the High Court of Admiralty are also by virtue of these presents, forthwith to call in upon their several securities given in that Court, all such ships as have been set forth upon private Commissions against the United Provinces, or the People thereof. Given at Whitehall this first of May in the year 1654: OLIVER P. In witness whereof as well the Lords Commissioners of His Highness, as the Ambassadors Extraordinary of the States General, have signed these presents with their own hands. Done at Westminster the 28 day of April, Old style, in the year 1654. H. Laurence Pres. Gil. Pickering. E. Monutagu. Wal. Strickland. H. Beverningck. Wil. Nieupoort. Alar. P. Longestall. This day the Council have sate upon great and weighty affairs. Some things were this day referred to Committees. The Committee hath made some progress in the business of the Law. Dublin 26 April. The General Council have met, and are shortly to sit again; The Lord Deputy and the Commissioners have lately had great consultations for the settling of this Nation, now (blessed be God) in a condition ready to be settled if it were but peopled: and there are two Officers gone over from hence towards his Highness the Lord Protector, who will give an account of all things here, and by whom you will understand that (blessed be God) we are in a good condition. Five men of War are ready to sail towards Brazil, and three others to cross towards our Freebooters to call them in. Here is a gallant Fleet of Merchant ships of about 100 sail ready to sail for France, Spain, and other places. The 22. instant those Galliots that went to sea from hence the day before were driven in again by three English Freebooters, who took one of them. The 23 in the morning a fleet of our Merchant ships and men of War went to Sea. A day of Thanksgiving to God Almighty shall be appointed here for the Peace with England, the Lord having been pleased to take away the evil of the War and all former differences between both Nations, and to desire him that the peace may for his glory be continued for ever, that we may rejoice upon that blessing between both people, who stand in so great need thereof, as well in regard of the Common Protestant Religion, as of the Commerce of all the world, hoping that the time shall make us reap the fruits of that blessed Peace. Here continues rumours of great Victories obtained in Scotland by the Scots, upon the English, although there is no certainty of it. There are also several discourses made of the designs of the great English Fleet. We cannot yet hear how things are between the English, and the Kings of France, Spain and Portugal, as well as Sweadland. And it seems all these Negotiations have been deferred till that between England and the United Provinces should be fully concluded, the which being now done, it is conceived that there shall be a speedy and short resolution taken in the Treaties with the foresaid Princes, the which are like to bring great alterations in the world. Dover 25 April, Yesterday in the Evening came into this Road a private man of war, being a Morget Hoy of six Guns, and about fifty men, who havingfound in the Channel a Dutch ship coming from the West-Indies, that had been long at Sea, and both ship and men much spent by the tediousness of the voyage, did on a sudden clap them aboard, and after a little dispute became Masters of her, and brought her along with them, the ship is said to be of great value, for besides Plate, whereof several Letters say there is a good quantity, the Ship will be found full of other rich Commodities, which will prove very beneficial to the takers, when it comes to be judged prize. This day some further progress was made about the Law. Something considered of about the Coin of Money. Divers Petitions were presented to His Highness. The next Term is like to be kept without any interruption. The Lord Ambassador of the King of Spain, was this day with the Lords Ambassadors of the States General of the Netherlands, as their Lodgings at Sir John Trevors. Some Forces are passing from the North of Ireland to the Islands in the North of Scotland, that upon their Landing there, they may alarm Middleton, who as some Letters say, was wheeling Northward, it is supposed he had taken an alarm. Whereas there was lately published a Pamphlet, entitled The Articles of the perpetual Peace between England and Holland, translated out of the Dutch Copy; and surreptitiously printed, without Authority or Order from the State: These are to give notice, that that Pamphlet is a false Copy, and that the people be not deceived thereby, they are hereby given to understand, That by his Highness's special command there is a true Copy now in the Press, and will speedily published. SIR, Here is yet no News from Col. Morgan. These parts are now more quiet than formerly, and certainly exemplary Justice upon some, and sending others of the Rebels to Barbados will something tame these wild people. Yesterday Captain Malcolm Rogers, who was Agent between Charles Stuart and Glencarne, was executed at Edinburgh, being tried, found guilty and condemned by a Court Marshal for a Spy. He confessed that he killed one of our Soldiers (pretending himself to be a Merchant) between Christorphin and Edinburgh. Dalkeith 27 April, 1654. The King of France is preparing large Offers to be made to the English for peace. And among other things, that the Protestants shall enjoy large Liberties and Freedom in Religion in France. General Pen is going from London to the Fleet to General Blake. The Instructions are private. SIR, General Monk is safely arrived in Scotland. He hath sent for all his Officers at London to make speed to their Charges, being resolved to scour the Country of the Rebels. Some of the Scots are to be transported. Berwick 28 April, 1654. Chester 1 May, 1654. There are two Colonels from Ireland coming to His Highness the Lord Protector. The Peace is welcome news here. A very great Fleet of Coals is coming from Newcastle towards London. A few small ships are taken, but not considerable. A second Part of Declarations & Pleadings, by R. Brownsow Esq; Sold by M Walbank at Gray's-Inn-Gate, and J. Place at Furnival's Inn Gate.

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Col. Cooper having notice about 30 of the enemy under Mac-Naughton, and the young Laird of Newark who lay in the Isle of Leven beyond Dumbarton, appointed several horse from our Garrisons at Kilcrooch, Cardrasse, and Buhannan to fall into that Island at a Pass near Buhannan, about four of the clock on the 21 instant in the morning, and accordingly that night himself marched from Glasgow with a party of horse and Dragoons by the way of Dumbarton, and fell into the enemy's quarters, took Mac-Naughton's Trumpet, and 35 other prisoners, narrowly missed Mac-Naughton and Newark, killed 12, whereof one (as the enemies confess) was a Lieutenant of horse, took between 50 and 60 horse (some good ones) and some Arms, put a perfect rout upon their whole party, and returned the same day back without any loss. No news will be more welcome here than peace; and now all conclude, the next Letters will tell the issue of the Treaty between you and the Dutch, on which so much depends. The English Resident, Monsieur Bradshaw is now received here as Resident for his Highness the Lord Protector; and in testimony that this Senate desire to preserve the good will of his Highness, they have done more now upon the first demand by the Resident in the name of his Highness than heretofore. You may perhaps have heard formerly of one Waites, a revolted Merchant of the English Company, who, as the King of Denmark passed this way yesterday, was laid hold on, is now laid by the heels by the Resident, to answer his perfidiousness. He was notably instrumental, while the Resident was in Denmark heretofore, to harden the King and his Court by vile reports, so that he was looked on as one of Charles Stuart's Agents, and now deserves to be dealt with accordingly. The mad Malignants, both English and Dutch, swear and stare at this here, but the Resident is a known man, and is one that values them not at the rate of a rush. It was ordered that the following Ordinance, Entitled, An Ordinance declaring, that the Proceedings in the Case of Murder in Ireland, shall be as formerly. Whereas by the Laws of Ireland, the proceedings in Case of Murder, and against Murderers, hath been used to be as in Case of Treason and against Traitors; whereupon a doubt hath arisen, whether by the Ordinance Entitled, An Ordinance, declaring that the offences therein mentioned, and none other, shall be adjudged high Treason, within the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereunto belonging, the same be not taken away and repealed; for clearing whereof, be it Declared, Ordained, and established by his Highness the Lord PROTECTOR, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, that the offence, proceedings, and punishment in case of Murder, and of Murderers in Ireland, and all Commanders, aiders, or abettors: in or unto any such fact, or person, shall remain, continue and be the same to all intents and purposes, as the same was or were before the making of the said Ordinance, and as if the said Ordinance had not been made, anything therein contained, or any Law, or Statute to the contrary thereof in any wise notwithstanding. March 23 the like Order passed for publishing another Ordinance, Entitled, An Ordinance for Relief of persons that have acted in the Service of the Parliament. Whereas many good and necessary Acts, Ordinances and Orders of Parliament have heretofore been made for the encouragement, Indemnity and saving harmless of such persons as have in any sort by Sea or Land Engaged or Acted, or commanded to be done, any matter or thing whatsoever by Authority, or for the service or benefit of the Parliament; and Committees having been appointed to take care therein, And that Justice should be done accordingly, the Power of which Committees being determined, and so no course settled for parties grieved. His Highness having a continued and lively sense of such men's undertakings and hazards for the service of the public in times of eminent danger and extremity, And being willing that full remedy should be provided for their safety, Doth, by and with the consent and advice of his Council, Declare, Establish, and Ordain, That all and every the said Acts, Ordinances and Orders of Parliament, and every Article, Clause and Sentence in them, or any of them contained, shall stand, remain, and be in full force, effect and virtue, and be put in practice and execution, and be pleadable and made use of in all Courts of Justice, as fully and absolutely, to all intents and purposes, as if the same had been now particularly made for such purpose. And it is further Declared, Established and Ordained, That the words, Clauses and sentences, in all and every the said Acts, Ordinances and Orders of Parliament, shall be adjudged, expounded, and taken in all Courts and proceedings of Justice; and elsewhere, most beneficial and available, to all and singular the persons that have so acted or done by Authority, or for the service or benefit of the Parliament; And if, upon any Trial or Proceedings, in any Court of Justice, it shall appear unto the Judge, or Judges, before whom such Trial or Proceeding shall be had or made, That the Party that hath acted by the Authority, or for the service or benefit of the Parliament, hath not had, or cannot have such full and just relief therein, as by the said Acts, Ordinances or Orders of Parliament was intended or provided, Then such Judge, or Judges shall, and are hereby required to make certificate thereof to the Barons of the Exchequer, upon which Certificate the said Barons, or any two of them, shall have Authority, and are hereby Empowered, Authorised, and Required, upon such Certificate and complaint of the party grieved, to proceed, and do therein to all intents and purposes; And they have hereby given unto them the same and like Powers, Authorities, Jurisdiction, and course of proceeding, in all Causes for relief of such party or parties grieved in the Premises, as any Committee or Commissioners of or for Indemnity, appointed by Authority of Parliament, had, or lawfully might have exercised. And be it further Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, That where any person, that ought to have been Indemnified, by the true meaning of the said Acts and Orders of Indemnity, hath any Judgement or Verdict already obtained against him at Law, for any matter or thing for which he ought so to have been indemnified, by reason whereof he is disabled to plead his matter of Indemnity before the said Judges, before mentioned, that then in every such case, upon complaint exhibited before the said Barons of the Exchequer, setting forth his case, and alleging such matter for his Indemnity, as that Court shall judge sufficient; and also give in such security, as the said Barons shall approve of, to pay Costs unto the party molested or drawn so in question before the said Barons, in case he shall not prove the suggestion of his said Complaint, the said Barons, in such special case, also may proceed to do therein, for Indemnifying the said party grieved, as hereby they are Authorised to do, upon the Certificate of the Judges before mentioned. Provided always, That nothing in this Ordinance be construed or understood to revive the power of the said Commissioners in any the former Ordinances or Acts of Parliament named, so as to enable the said Committees to intermeddle in the execution of any of the said Acts or Ordinances, The news this place affords is, the Commander of the Sapphire Frigate sent in hither a Dutch prize, which hath no loading, only some few Barrels of Pitch, &c. This week the Paul, a ship in the State's service, met with a Flushing man of War in the Channel, of 15 guns, who after 5 hours fight took her, and this day brought her in hither; we lost not any man in the fight, but sustained some damage in Masts, Sails, and Rigging; the enemy lost 13 or 14 men, and the ship much torn, she hath some Silver in her, and some small quantity of Wines. Great have been the expectations and hopes of a Peace and Union between the two Commonwealths of England and Holland upon this Treaty, which we have several weeks mentioned, and we can now safely assure you, that the Articles of Peace, both in relation to them and Denmark, are absolutely concluded on, and for a full confirmation (undoubtedly) will be signed and sealed by Commissioners on both sides before the publication of our next. The Queen came from Westraas on Sunday last, and it is reported that the Prince Palatine hath accepted of her Propositions, since which Summons are issued for the calling together the States of this Nation by the second of May next, before which time we shall hardly hear anything more of this great and strange business. Don Piemontel the Spanish Resident is remanded home by his Master, who intends to take his journey over land within this fortnight or thereabouts. We are not likely to receive any answer until the certainty of our Treaty with the Dutch is known; and I believe, when that is understood we shall be dispatched, and that to our contentment. In the absence of this King and Court, there is little news of here, only an Ambassador from the Duke of Muscovia is lately come hither from Stockholm, as is said, under pretence of buying up some Ammunition of War for the use of his Master against the King of Polonia. This people through their jealousies are yet doubtful of the the issue of the Treaty with England, yet hoping there will be peace, they do not too much fear their neighbour the Swede, or any of their private Transactions with England. Last Harvest divers Arms were sent from hence for Lubeck by a Gentleman of this Country, and some say for the service of Charles Stuart, but cannot affirm the certainty. In my last I wrote you of the Conjunction the Muscovites had made with the Cossacks, which some say is not yet completed. Indeed all reports out of Poland are so various, that little can be credited. The difference between this King and Crown about the balances of Poland and Littow is not yet ended. It's reported the King will repose himself after Easter here in Paussia. These two Ordinances following were Ordered to be printed; the one Entitled, An Ordinance for suspending the Proceeding of the Judges named in the Act, Entitled, An Act for the relief of Creditors and poor Prisoners. The other is An Ordinance prohibiting Cock Matches. Whereas upon perusal and serious consideration had of one Act of Parliament, Entitled, An Act for the Relief of Creditors and poor Prisoners; many doubts and difficulties do appear, which must necessarily occasion an explanation of the said Act, for the better enabling the Judges in the said Act named and authorised for sale of such Estates as are to be sold by the said Act, for satisfaction of Creditors, which cannot in short time be effected; and without such explanation and further direction to be given to the several and respective Judges, authorised in and by the said Act, several inconveniences and mischiefs would grow, not only to the said Creditors and Prisoners, but to divers other persons, not meant or intended to be included within the said Act, and will occasion many troubles and suits in Law and Equity For the prevention whereof, due care is likewise to be had: And whereas many of the said Prisoners have offered really to endeavour the satisfaction of the said Creditors, if some further time may be given for that purpose; Be it therefore Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, That the said several and respective Judges mentioned in the said Act, or any of them, shall not proceed to the sale or disposition of any the Estates Real or personal, of any of the said Prisoners, or of any other person or persons whatsoever mentioned or intended in or by the said Act; nor shall otherwise intermeddle in the execution of the said Act, or of any the powers or authorities given by the same, until the 20. day of April next. And be it further Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, That all Acts or things to be done by the said several and respective Judges, or by any of them, by virtue, colour, or pretence of the said Act, from henceforth, and before the said 20 day of April, shall be utterly void, null, and of none effect; saving only that it shall and may be lawful for the said several amp; respective Judges that have bailed or let out any Prisoners upon Sureties or otherwise, out of Prison (which Prisoners are to appear again at a certain day before the said Judges, and are not absolutely discharged by any Order of the said Judges) to sit only for the remanding and recommitting of the said Prisoners into their former Prisoners and Gaols, where they formerly were detained in Prison, there to remain in safe custody, and to continue and be in the same condition as formerly they were at the time of their Bailing or letting out as aforesaid. Hen: Scobell, Clerk of the Council. Whereas the public Meetings and Assemblies of people together in divers parts of this Nation, under pretence of Matches for Cockfighting, are by experience found to tend many times to the disturbance of the public Peace and are commonly accompanied with Gaming, Drinking, Swearing, Quarrelling, and other dissolute practices, to the dishonour of God, and do often produce the ruin of Persons and their Families. For prevention thereof be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by, and with the advice and consent of his Council, That from henceforth there shall be no public or set meeting or Assemblies of any persons within England or Wales, upon Matches made for Cock fighting, And that every such meeting, and Assembly of people for the end and purpose aforesaid; is hereby declared to be an unlawful Assembly, and shall be adjudged, deemed and taken to be punished. And all Sheriffs, Justices of the Peace, Mayors, Bailiffs, Constables, and Headboroughs within their several Counties, Cities, Limits and Jurisdictions, are hereby required to suppress, hinder, and disperse all such Meetings and Assemblies. Hen: Scobell Clerk of the Council. The humble Address and congratulation of the Mayor, Recorder, Aldermen Ministers, Sheriffs, Common council, and other Inhabitants of the City of Coventry. As we bless God for, so we cannot but with glad hearts, represent to your Highness, how clearly we have of late beheld, that holy Proverb fulfilled (In the Mount of the Lord it shall be seen) for when we feared the life of Religion, Magistracy, Ministry, Laws & Liberties (the dear concernments of God's people) would have expired, and been found by Posterity covered with Ashes, through the inadvertency of some Men, it pleased the Lord above and beyond our foresight and provision, happily to repose, and to make your Highness eminently a mean to prevent the danger; and as Divine Providence hath signally pointed you out, and raised you up to save us from those our fears; so we cannot but expect, that the same will also make you instrumental to accomplish these our hopes; that religion and all ordinances of Christ are moving towards purity and power; that the building of the Lord's house may now rise to the top-stone, and all his people cry Grace, Grace unto it: That Magistracy and Ministry will be secured from the violation of profane and irregular, pens and tongues; and that henceforth men fitly qualified may be set apart for both callings: that the laws will receive life, & common liberties to their maintenance, and that we shall have no self advantage, solemnly t bless the Lord for your Highness protecting of us, and our affairs civil, then we of this City have had for the fruit of your power whilst it was martial. These are our hopes, which under God have their foundation in your Highness' constancy, to contend for, & adhere to the known and undoubted interest of God and this Nation, so well of late secured in the provision made for the future parliaments. Now that your Highness may be the hand of the Lord to do all these things, and fulfil his good pleasure; we shall not be wanting ,or neglect any duty incumbent on us, which may conduce to the Nation's protection and your Highness, or your Highness' protection under God, and we shall ever pray and remain, Your Highness' most humble servants The French Troops being marched out of the Country of Liege, upon the Parole of the Prince Elector, that the Spaniards, Lorainers, or the Prince of Conde's Forces should not attempt anything against them, by virtue of the Peace that is made, whereof I made mention in my foregoing; they took their march directly towards Malmedy, Stanelo, and Tionville, to join (as is said) with the Marshal de la Ferte Senterre in Alsatia, there to attend the motions of the Earl of Harcourt, who is said to have made his peace with the King of France, upon reasonable terms granted to his person, whereupon he hath delivered Brisack and some other places up to the King of France. The said Prince of Collen is come with his Court to Fleurn (between Brussels and Namur) to speak with his Highness, the Archduke Leopold William; and for this purpose he sent the Baron of Petersen hither to this Court, to give notice thereof to his said Highness. Francis Duke of Lorain is upon the way with his two sons to come to this Court, where they are making ready his Lodgings, to entertain him according to his quality; he is to have the supreme command of his brother's Armies, who hath given his consent unto it upon certain conditions. Last Wednesday here arrived Letters from the Lords Ambassadors in England, being dated the 20 of this month, sent over in a ship called the Pincq, wherein they signify to the Lords States that the Peace was not yet quite concluded, and that they made in England great preparation for the Sea in great haste; the occasion thereof being unknown; it doth seem to cause some jealousy amongst the Lords States; whereupon Orders were presently sent to de Ruyter and young Tromp to go for North Holland to hasten on the equipage of the ships; and several Messages are also sent to the Colleges of the Admiralty to hasten out the Fleet. It is said likewise that they have sent for the Lord Admiral Opdam out of Flanders, where he is at present. Since that a neighbour Nation makes such great preparations, it is no wonder that the like is done here. Last night the Lords States sent a Pink with Letters from Scheveling for England, to hasten on (as is said) the ratification of the Peace, which we do here much long for, and make no doubt now again, but that same will be speedily effected; since we hear there is now great hopes again that all will be accommodated between us. The King of Denmark hath notice sent him from hence that 70 Englishmen of War had steered their course Northwards, in all likelihood designed against the Sound, which by the assistance of the Swedes might be surprised, if not timely prevented. In the meantime by order of the Lords, the said States, they are raising of men for their ships, to set forth their Fleet in all haste. The Rhyngrave hath been to congratulate the Prince Elector of Cullen, about the peace that hath been concluded at Tierlemont. The King of Denmark came yesterday to Altenaw, and was entertained in one of his Agent's Country Houses. The Senate hearing of his Majesty's being so near their City, caused all the Guns on that side of their Walls divers times to be fired, and sent a stately present unto him, by two of their Senators, but it was refused by the King, by reason as is said, the Burgomaster came not himself with it. Be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, That one Act of Parliament, Entitled, An Act for Probate of Wills, and granting Administrations, and all the Powers, Authorities, Matters and things therein contained, shall be, and are hereby revived and continued, in full power and force, to all intents and purposes, until further Order. And it is hereby further Ordained, That Richard Lucy, John Hildesley, Nathaniel Barton, Jarvas Bennet, Anthony Rous, Joachym Mathews, Edward Cludd, Thomas Wood, Esqs; and Robert Hitchburn Alderman of London, be added to the Judges mentioned in the said Act, and that the said Judges named in the said Act, and in this present Ordinance, or ay three of them, be, and are hereby authorised to put in execution all and every the Powers given by the said Act, as fully as any of the Judges therein named might have done by force of the said Act. Since my last I have but little news worthy of your lecture. The Letters which came the same day from Bordeaux, inform us that the Partisans of this Court did very much suspect the English arming. The next day news came from Champagne, that Mr. Faber had at last re-passed the Meuse without meeting Mr le Prince, But that some of the said Prince's Troops having met the French Regiment de la Nieuville of about four hundred horse, they had wholly defeated it, and taken the Lieutenant Colonel named Lundy, which commanded it. This Court hath also received notice that Prince Francis de Lorain, notwithstanding all the intrigues this Court and the Guysards have made use of to draw him in their side, hath ranged himself to the Spanish, and taken Oath to Command his brother's Troops for the service of that King, leading to Brussels the most dear Hostages the Archduke can desire of him, which were to receive there exceeding great and sumptuous honour. The Lord Peter Mazarin his father hath been naturalised French in the Register of this Parliament; and I am informed the King hath also sent him a Commission of Ambassador to reside at Rome during six months. The King is gone to St. Germain en laye, and his Eminency which forsakes him not, is also gone with him, although his Majesty had told him that he might stay if he pleased; his said Majesty will be back again tonight to exercise tomorrow a new Mask which is shortly to be danced in the Louvre. In the meanwhile the Deputies from the Reformed Churches are still delayed, and notwithstanding the brave promises which are made them, they now refuse to hear them under a pretence (say they) that in this Conjuncture of affairs with the Cardinal of Retz they cannot disoblige the Pope, so that as yet they could not receive Audience from the King nor from the Cardinal Mazarine. The said Cardinal de Retz has been carried to Nantes, and they have fed him with hopes that he shall there be in liberty under the Bail of Marshal de la Milleray; but it is credible he will at last find himself deceived. This Court sent last week, the Duke of Ampville unto the Duke of Orleance, to flatter and offer him the Prince of Conde's Estate by marrying the Duke of Enguien, Conde's heir, to one of his Royal Highness his daughters. The Recognition of the Mayor, Aldermen, and Commonalty of the ancient City of York. Whereas it hath pleased the Lord to run to and fro through the earth to show himself strong on the behalf of them whose hearts are perfect toward him, to make bare his arm, and bring salvation to a Nation not worthy to be beloved, and to break many yokes from off our necks; in accomplishment whereof, though humane power and might have been made use of, yet things have been so ordered and overruled by the Spirit in the midst of the Wheels, that we may justly say, we are not saved by Bow or Sword, but by the Lord our God. And therefore in the first place we look upon it as our duty, to acknowledge salvation and blessing to him that sits upon the Throne of heaven judging Right, who hath done whatsoever it pleaseth him in heaven and in earth, and in all the deep places. Yet when we also consider, how it seemeth good in the eyes of God to single out your Highness as the man of his right hand, whom he hath made strong for himself, and through your vigilance, courage and constancy to do great and wonderful things in the midst of us, in delivering us from eminent and pressing dangers on the right hand and on the left; while we bless the Lord, our heart is also to the Governors of Israel who have jeopardised their lives in the high places of the Field, and are daily going on to second their valiant acts by prudent counsels, if we may enjoy the end of every just War, which is a safe and honourable Peace. Unto your Highness therefore, as once the people of Israel to their Ruler, we humbly and heartily say, Peace be to thee, and peace be to thine helpers. If we should promise to ourselves too much concerning your Highness, or any of the sons of men, especially in this day wherein the Lord hath so much received our confidences, and proclaimed to us by the voice of manifold providences, Cease from man whose breath is in his nostrils, we should not only entrench upon the honour of God and our own peace, but be injurious to your Highness, who are better able to bear the burden of much trouble, than a little of that trust which we owe to him alone, in whom there is everlasting strength, who turns every Staff into a Reed, when it is rested on. Yet we cannot but declare our great hopes, that the Lord will still delight to use your Highness as a blessed Instrument of much honour to his great Name, and happiness to this Commonwealth; That as he hath helped you to build the Wall of Jerusalem, the defence and safety of his People even in troublous times, so he will also engage your heart and enable your hands, according to your eminent station, to further the spiritual Work and welfare of his Church and Temple, which waits for a season of more tranquillity. We add only the declaration of our satisfaction in the present Government administered by your Highness, and our cheerful submission unto it, which we shall be ready to second with our prayers and endeavours for your Highness' prosperity, and the people of God who fit under your shadow. Humbly begging your favourable aspect and influence upon the honour and privileges of this ancient City, whose strength is much decayed, though their burdens be increased, which yet they are more willing though unable to undergo, till a just and reasonable remedy be procured. Our lot is fallen something remote from the great scene of public affairs, which hath been prejudicial to us; but we trust, though we enjoy not, so much warmth of the Sun as the Southern parts: yet the beams of your Highness' goodness and justice, whom God hath set up in the midst of us, shall comfortably reach this place, which though in many outward advantages, it may come behind others, yet will strive to an equality with the best, in their affection and faithfulness to your Highness and this Commonwealth. Signed by the Mayor, in the name and by the appointment of the Aldermen and Commonalty of the City of York, John Geldert Maj. To his Highness OLIVER CROMWELL, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the dominions thereunto belonging. The humble Petition and Representation of the Grand Juries, at the Assizes held at York, March 1653. in the behalf of themselves and of the Nobility, Justices, Gentry, and Freeholders, with the other Inhabitants of the County of York. Whereas, it seemed good unto the Almighty and wise disposer of all things, by many great and admirable Steps of Providence, to advance your Highness to the present and peaceable administration of the Government of this Nation, in which we trust that all friends to true Religion and public liberty shall have cause to rejoice. We your Petitioners, do humbly and cheerfully testify our thankfulness to your Highness, for your great care in preserving us from those evils of Tyranny and , which we have very lately apprehended ourselves in eminent danger of; as also our satisfaction and acquiescence in the Government now established; which we shall in our places and stations be ready with all faithfulness to preserve and maintain. Further representing and desiring, That countenance may be given to godly and able Ministers of the Gospel, such as have or shall give Testimony of their good affections to the State, as it is now constituted; and that for their encouragement, some timely Provision may be made for a competent and comfortable subsistence, and that they may be vindicated from oppressions and affronts arising from Principle, of Profaneness and Superstition, and other more specious pretexts, alike dangerous to the propagation of the Gospel, and in opposition to government. That scandalous Ministers may be removed, and fornications, superstitions, and corruptions still tenaciously retained by many, to the hurt of ignorant persons, and prejudice of such Ministers as desire to be faithful, may be reformed; and that those disorders and disturbances as daily break out in matters of religion may be rectified. That the augmentations of Ministers already made, may be more equally and impartially distributed. And for all these ends, that some faithful and godly men may be empowered in this Country, so as we may not be necessitated upon every occasion to repair to London, where many necessary things are not prosecuted by reason of the tediousness and great expense of such journeys. That Courts of Judicature may be settled in this great Country, it having been under consideration, and a great progress made therein in Parliament, upon the Petitions of the People in these parts, for the perverting of excessive expenses and other Inconveniences in Law suits, occasioned by the remoteness of this County from the City of London, That some way may withal convenience be directed and settled for Probate of Wills within this Country: and that these Courts may be without unnecessary appeals to London. We have little news here, but of continued losses. The Charity of above 100 tons, taken by two Brest men of War, near her Port in France; the Master whereof they detain for that villain Beach; besides this Ship of Bristol, they took a Vessel of Westchester, and a day or two before four Vessels of Weymouth, and the western Parts: The Wild Boar also of above 250 tons 14 guns, taking in some lading at the Mederas, and so intending for Barbados, was forced by a storm to cut Cable and to Sea, where he met with a Flushing of 22 guns, whom with those men she had fought stoutly, till being overmastered, she was brought into Cadiz. The Ship and goods worth 5000.l. belonging to honest men, as Mr. Speed, who hath lost 280l. ster James Powel, Capt Beal, Jeremy Holwey, and several Families, who usually trade to the Western Islands: most of the best Ships of this Port are lately taken, especially by the Brest men. This City by reason of it is full of murmurings. Yesterday, here passed to the Eastward forty sail of English ships, come from Spain and Portugal, &c. The Expedition of this town, Mr. Mathews Master coning from Zant, laden with Currants, was set upon by a Dutch man of war of thirty guns, off the Burlings, and after a long dispute, night parted them, the man of war, fired some guns to the Leeward for help, and presently after was seen to sink in the sea; And the Expedition having received an unfortunate shot sunk also the next morning. But all the men were saved by the care of this place, who together with some others are safely arrived here. The last intelligence from the North is, that the enemy still keep Skelko Castle, and have cast up some works about it, to secure themselves and the pass; the also continue a Garrison in Skelko, upon that Ferry which is upon Tain River Sir James Macdonald and the Captain of Clanrannoid are in arms to defend their Country against Glengary's parties: the enemy are yet in Sutherland and Caithness, gathering what men they can there. In these and the Southern parts towards Carlisle, they are very active in rising daily, which put the Horse here to extraordinary duty, even to tiring out, and yet we cannot meet with any of them in bodies, though prisoners are brought in daily. Middleton hath brought a very large Commission from Charles Stuart, and hath the disposal of all affairs, both Ecclesiastical and Civil. The Commission of the great Seal being altered, the Lord Whitelock, Lord Lisle, and Sir Thomas Widdrington, were appointed Lords Commissioners for the custody of the great Seal of England. No news, from sea, save that a Dutch man of 300 Tons, bound from S. Malos to Amsterdam, most part of her lading being Indigo and Pepper was taken by the Reserve, and brought since into Plymouth. Whitehall April 5. The Commissioners of the Council had a meeting with the Dutch Ambassadors, and about nine o'clock at Night the Articles of PEACE between England and the United Provinces were signed and sealed on both sides. The Commissioners having proceeded thus far, the Peace is, within fifteen days, to be ratified by the Principal on each part, and publicly proclaimed both in England and the Low Countries; of which more by the next.

Mercurius Politicus, Issue 199

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From Thursday, April 13. to Thursday, April 20. 1654. Whereas there is a Letter directed by the Commissioners for Approbation of public Preachers, under the following Title, which is of serious and universal concernment, it's thought meet here to make it public. To all the faithful Servants of Jesus Christ, Especially to such as labour in the Words and Doctrine, through England and Wales. Dear Brethren, There being nothing under Heaven of greater importance, then the preaching of the glorious Gospel of Jesus Christ, you cannot but be very sensible of what weight and concernment it is to take a right estimate of all that offer themselves, and to pass a due approbation of such only, as Christ himself would have admitted to that great employment. A great part of which service in this Nation, the Lord by his Providence hath cast upon us, and is by us undertaken, as with much fear and trembling, so with a deep sense, that the effectual accomplishment thereof will much depend upon the Testimonials exhibited to us, concerning the holy and good Conversation of such as seek for approbation from us. Wherefore considering how easily and frequently abuses creep into businesses of this nature, partly through the endeavours of those who are ill-deserving, and partly through the non attendance of others, who are better minded. For the prevention of any such miscarriage, we have thought it our duty, hereby humbly and earnestly to beseech all the people of God throughout the Land, who shall send any Certificate to us, that they would not take things upon the opinion and report of others, but (according to the good provision made in the Ordinance, designing us to this Service) to certify their own personal knowledge and experience, so as neither any, whom God accepteth, may want the testimony of his servants, nor any be recommended by them whom he disalloweth; lest guilt be contracted by you, to whose testimonials so much is referred, as that through carelessness or partiality therein, very unworthy men may unawares be admitted, to the dishonour of God, the prejudice of his Church, and the utter frustrating of the pious intentions of our Governors, and we also be accounted blame-worthy, if through your misinformation, way being made for our mistakes, we should at any time act amiss. This we are, and shall be more liable to, by reason of the difficulty of our making discovery in a short time of several men's graces and gifts, in so full and ample a manner s would be desired for just satisfaction, without the faithful help of such as having been observers of them, and conversant with them, do more fully know, not only the tenor of their doctrine, but the constant course of their lives. It being a much more easy thing to be able to describe what a godly man should be, then to be one indeed. Nor may we doubt, but there are some men, who having first willingly deceived themselves by a false apprehension and persuasion of their own condition and estate in grace, will think it easy to deceive us, by giving a false account of that condition. But as such shall do well to consider, that he who tryeth the Spirit is not mocked, neither can any thing be hid from his eyes and that this must undergo another kind of Test then this slender scrutiny of ours, when the secret of all hearts shall be laid open, and brought to light. So our Brethren may likewise please to consider what opportunity is put into their hand by this Address made unto them for the avoiding of such mistakes, and the inconveniences which may follow upon them through their neglect; besides the blot which will deservedly stick to them, not only for the present, but with posterity and succeeding times, forasmuch as the Certificates now exhibited will appear upon Record. For the prevention whereof, we humbly conceive and hope, that this friendly and brotherly intimation will be accounted seasonable, and by the blessing of God, be found useful for the successful carrying on that work which we have in hand. And therefore, Dear friends, and much beloved in the Lord, give us leave again, earnestly to beseech you in the bowels of Jesus Christ, as you tender the Honour of the great God himself, whose servants we all are, the precious souls of his people, purchased by the blood of his Son, the advancement and propagation of his Gospel through all the parts of this Land and Nation, whereunto we belong, so to lend us the joint assistance both of your servant prayers and due informations, that hereby the Work may be carried on more prosperously, and we more encouraged to attend it. Signed in the Name, and at the Request of the Commissioners for Approbation of public Preachers, by Francis Rons. John Arrowsmith. William Goff. Stephen Marshall. The English Fleet which keeps in the Channel doth give us continual Alarms here, and the more, because they write from Rochell, that they do see several great ships to appear on that side as if they had some design upon the coast on Xaintongne or Bretagne, and this men do firmly believe by reason of a report they have there of my Lo: Protectors dismissing of the French Ambassador to return into France; so that they have given order to all in general to stand upon their guards, and the Marshall of Milleray hath placed several of his Soldiers up and down the coasts of Britain, and fortified the Fort of Louis, in order to the security of the Country, in case of landing. But we hope here there is no such design in hand intended against this Country, but rather a firm Peace with us as well as Holland, we being as much for it to the Protector. Yesterday's Post brought us the certain news of the signing and sealing of the Treaty between England and Holland. All honest men here are glad of it; only Charles Stuart and his party take it to heart; he is still in expectation of his money to carry him from hence, he would fain be gone, and the Cardinal would dispense with some of his Pistols, which are very scarce with him at this time. The Cardinal de Retz being come safe to Nantes, where it was said he should have his liberty, notwithstanding all those fair promises, is secured in the Castle, and not suffered to stir abroad, nor any of his friends to come to visit him. The Cardinal Mazarin hath given order for the making of a very fine Garden and Orchard to the Bois de Vincennes, a house about a mile from this city, where the said Cardinal de Retz was lately imprisoned, and which hath been made use of for that purpose, is now designed for a Royal Palace; where he sayeth he will keep all manner of beasts and Deer for the Game, that so he need not go far from Paris, when he intends to take his pleasure. The Curate that thought to have gotten great matters by complaining of the Priest for preaching in his Sermon, That is was lawful for any of the Parish to make confession to what Priest they pleased, whereof I mentioned in my last, is ordered to be banished for making such a disturbance when the Priest was a preaching, and the Priest to be restored to his Office again. The Protestant Commissioners have had Audience lately, at which time they remonstrated to his Majesty's Council the sad consequences of their not doing of them Justice according to the Edicts; whereupon they returned then answer in very fair words, and that shortly they would effectually answer their desires. The Hangman is this day to deface and pull down the Arms and Escutcheons of the House of the Pr: of Conde in this City. The King still delights himself with dancing of his Ball, where the last time he danced it, one of the workmen of the Machines, fell down not two steps from the King, and killed himself. The Pope we hear is still alive; upon his swooning away, they reported him to be dead. It is said the Venetians have received lately a notable defeat in Dalmatia. The Lorainers conducted by the Earl of Ligneville, are now quartered between Douay and this City, take all the Cattle they can meet withal in those places where they come; Men, Women & Children are made prisoners by them, and made to pay them Ransoms according to their discretion, or for want of Money are plundered and violated. And where they meet with any Churches Castles, or strong houses, where the poor people are fled with their Goods; it so be they cannot take them by force of Arms, they set them on fire, as happened no longer ago than yesterday, where we saw on fire a Village called Gamen, a mile and a half from this City, lying upon the Road towards Douay. It seems that the Country is given to the Lorainer for plunder, for they live worse with the Inhabitants than any Enemy would do. Wherefore the poor people dare not stay any longer in their houses, when they hear of their approach, but fly to the next Cities, and there sell their Cattle and movables for a small value; and when that little money is spent, they are ready to perish in the streets for want of subsistence. In short, the Miseries which the People suffer by the Lorainers, are not to be expressed, nor indeed fit to be published to the world; tending so much to the shame and disparagement of Christians; their Actions far exceeding the cruelties of the worst of Infidels. An Ordinance passed touching the Surveyors of the Highways for this present year, 1654. as followeth: Whereas in an Ordinance for better amending and keeping in repair the Highways within this Nation, it is ordained, among other things, that two or more able and sufficient Householders, as in that Ordinance is expressed, should be elected and chosen upon the first Tuesday next ensuing the five and twentieth day of March yearly, to be Surveyors of the Highways within their respective Parishes for the year ensuing: And whereas by reason of the publishing of the said Ordinance, the time aforesaid for such election for this year was elapsed, so as such election could not be made on that day in pursuance of the said Ordinance, whereby the benefit intended to the People is thereby obstructed; It is Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, That the persons which are already chosen or shall be chosen before the first day of May, 1654. to be Surveyors of the Highways which Election is hereby enjoined to be made in every Place and Parish by the time aforesaid, under the penalties in that Ordinance expressed, in case no election hath been already made, shall undertake the said Office, and be sworn, on, or before the 6 day of May aforesaid, under the said penalties in the said Ordinance set down in that behalf, and shall be Surveyors for this present year, as if such Election had been made on the said first Tuesday after the said 25 day of March, anything in the said Ordinance to the contrary notwithstanding; And the said Surveyors so sworn, and all others authorized by the said Ordinance, shall be, and are hereby empowered to proceed in and put in execution, all the Direction, Powers and Authorities in the said Ordinance contained, as fully to all intents and purposes, as if the Election had been made on the day therein appointed. Also an Ordinance empowering Commissioners to put in execution an Act of Parliament, Entitled, An Act prohibiting the planting of Tobacco in England. That upon consideration had of the great prejudice arising to the English Plantations in Foreign parts, and the great Damage and Loss to Trade at home, by the planting of Tobacco in this Nation; It is Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, That Sir William Rovert, John Stone, Gervas Bennet, Henry E. Syng, Adam Bains, and Io. Bocket, Esquires; or any 3. or more of them, be, and are appointed Commissioners, and are empowered, authorized and required, by all fit and lawful ways and means, to put in executing an Act of Parliament, dated the first of April, 1652. entitled, An Act prohibiting the planting of Tobacco in England; and every clause, article matter and thing therein contained, and Act or Ordinance to the contrary notwithstanding; and all Officers Civil and Military, and all other persons are required to be aiding and assisting unto the said Commissioners, or any person or persons employed by them in this service, for the effectual execution, by the said Act, or this Ordinance, granted and entrusted to the said Commissioners. The Grand Chancellor being infirm and indisposed, the Queen hath authorized his second Son Count Erick, to Treat with my Lord Ambassador, and on Monday last he gave his Lordship a Meeting, and they had a very large Debate upon the Articles, but they came to no result; only he said he would acquaint the Queen with the effect of the Discourse. Her Majesty is still resolved for privacy, and some say that the Senators have complied with her Majesty's desires in that particular: But an Affair of that nature cannot be fully determined but in Parliament which is now shortly to meet, only they speak here, as if all things would be done, and great expectations are of the Coronation of her Successor, who is expected here in this Town. A Trooper of this city is come on here with Letters from Warsaw, relating, that on the 28, of March the Polish Parliament was dissolved fruitless, by reason his Majesty would in no way resolve to dispose of the General of the crown & Dukedom of Littaw, wherefore they would proceed no farther, but were presently dispersed. All what hath been said concerning the Muscovites amounts to nothing. Against the second of June, another convocation is determined, and published a Decree, promising therein, that the Soldiery should be duly paid. The Imperial departure stands yet appointed on the 28. of April next precisely. His Majesty was resolved to have washed the feet of the poor this day, but his indisposition (being troubled with the gout) hindered him of his purpose, forcing him to keep his bed. Duke Francis of Lorain is come on here from Wien with a stately Train: it is said he will prosecute his Journey for the Low-Countries presently after the Holy-days. This Rex day is like shortly to be transformed into a Deputations day, which I believe will be appointed at Regensburgh or Frankfurt, by reason of the great number of considerable difficulties, which the short time and soon departure of his Majesty, will not suffer to be determined here. Friday last there was a great quarrel between the Swedish Ambassadors and the Agents of the City Bremen in the Assembly, the Ambassadors protesting against the others presence, desiring that they might be sent out of the Convent. But this was plainly denied and the quarrel taken up between them. We conceive here the Queen of Sweden hath a good intention for these Countries, because she concludes not with England. The States General have written to all Provinces and considerable Cities of this Commonwealth to bring in their opinions and consents concerning the house of Orange and Stuart's Family. Our Fleet is now fitting for the Sea, with all haste, and is far better than ever we had any, but I believe will not be quite ready within less than a month's time. Here is little news in these parts, only that the Pirates of Brest do much harm in this Channel, having if late taken several vessels, whereof some of a considerable value, which belonged to Bristol, some of the Frigates which were appointed to keep these Seas, being gone towards Dublin, and so to the Westward of Scotland, giveth more liberty to these Rogues to commit their Villainies without any opposition, coming into the very mouth of Severn; there is lately come some Barques from Ireland, who bringeth news, that the Plague is well appeased in most parts of that Country, and all things quiet, only a great want of people to manure the ground in many parts. Yesterday the Enemy had a general Rendezvous in Sutherland near Skilbo, they were about 1200 Foot, and 800 Horse, (500 little better then baggage Horses, and many wanting Pistols) and after the receipt of Orders from Lieut. Generalissimo Middleton, most were to march for the South Highlands, and the rest to continue in the North, and both to prosecute their Levies, and then to join in the South. Middleton added to their number at the Rendezvous about 200 Horse and Foot, and hath ordered to be levied out of Ross Two hundred and fifty Sutherland 300, Cathness 600, and Stranavar 300. He expects hourly Seaford with 500 and Mackholdwy to be ready with his Levies; He gives out that he hath brought great store of Spanish gold lent his Master by the Emperor, from whom is expected a great Loan, and many men, which is negotiated by the Lord Wilmot, and to be brought by his Brother-in-law, which he had stayed for, but for the appeasing of the discontent he heard was amongst his friends for his often failing in his promises to them. This day Lieut. Col. Mitchil, marched hither with 9 Companies of Foot, 6 Troops of Horse, and a commanded party of 180, with 5 Troops of Dragoons, which are to march tomorrow to Brahan, to which are added 4 Troops of Horse, and 3 Companies of Foot. The use of the march is to keep a Pass at Dinghill, which by a numerous concurrence of knowing men of the Country, will force them to fight us, stay where they are, or hazard the loss of their horse, by length, badness of way, and want of provisions, if they march to the South by the North-west hills, they having no other way to march otherwise. The satisfaction for the restrained ships in the Sound, was no sooner demanded here, but consented to as we hear; for that being the only obstacle in the way which was said to hinder the conclusion of the Treaty, and now removed, we doubt not but this next post will bring us the certain news of a good agreement, and that the Articles are signed by the Principals on both sides; the delay whereof hath caused many apprehensions, and jealousies, and biased discourses, that this drilling of the Treaty is like to breed no good, and your being so strong at sea, renders it the more suspected. In the meantime the United Provinces have been exhorted to furnish without delay, the money which hath been demanded of them extraordinarily, for the equipage of the Seas: and several meetings have been held for the preventing of the designs, which may be intended against the Sound and preserve the entire right to the King of Denmark; whereupon the States General have sent their orders to the admiralties of Amsterdam. The Grand Chancellor being sickly, the Queen has given order to count Erick, his second Son, and a person of very great accomplishments, to Treat with my L: Ambassador: And on Monday last they both had a meeting to debate upon the Articles. Our being here hath not been without its use and advantage to England in several respects: Not long since, a Senator here, and He not one of the least ability, was pleased to say, That my Lords being here had been of greater fruit to our Commonwealth, then if we had sent an Army of 10000 into Holland. And, I suppose, the Issue will abundantly countervail the charges of the Embassy, should they be never so great. The Queen is yet resolved for privacy; And it's said, That the Senators have complied with Her Majesty's desires in that particular. But an affair of this nature cannot be actually determined but in Parliament; which will now meet shortly. The Prince Royal, to whom the Qu: resigns, is expected here very speedily; and it's supposed, for no other end but to treat with the Senators about that affair. The Qu: proposes to have the lands in Pomerania, as part of her maintenance; & some say, That the Senate have agreed thereunto; and that the cattle of Stetin is making ready for her Majesty, where she intends to reside. Others are bold to think, that this pretence of resigning, and the coronation of the Prince, is but to usher in their Marriage together with more Pomp and Solemnity. But a matter of this weight, so blinded, and so hidden in its circumstances, may be censured, and guessed at by all, but can be apprehended by very few. May it please your Highness Many of the precious servants of God in there Nations (over which the Lord hath set your Highness> have gotten upon their watch Tower, to see if they can discover what hath been the eminent design of the Lord in these latter days. For the All-wise God hath of late visibly been out of his common-Road of Providences his paths have been in tempests and thick darkness, plucking up by the roots the greatest of men, and the highest of Powers, like Cedars in Lebanon, that he might make way for the glorious bringing forth of Truth and Righteousness. And we question not but the Lord is fulfilling that great Prophecy, Isa: 60.17. I will make thine Officers peace, and thine Exactors righteousness. For when we consider how the Lord hath eminently made your Highness instrumental for the breaking off the Iron yoke from off the necks of the three Nations, and likewise hath invested you with the Supreme Power of this Commonwealth, whereby you may be exceedingly instrumental to the Lord Jesus, in the advancement of his Kingdom in Righteousness our spirits, have judged it our duty to process our great Resentment of this signal mercy from the hands of our God, & do solemnly bless the Lord for setting up your Highness over this great people, & shall endeavour through the strength of Christ to live in all humble Obedience to your Highness, as becometh those who are under your Government and Protection. Febr: Signed in the Name, and by order of the Common-council of Newcastle upon Tyne, Will: Johnson Major. Notwithstanding the hand of God is so eminently seen in destroying these rude people, and that they are no sooner gathered together, but they are scattered, yet they are still breaking forth in the Lowlands, and amongst others, the Earl of Salkirk, second son to the Marquis of Douglas, started out the other day, and went away from about Boggehall with 60 Horse, and this week about 40 Englishmen are got to the Hills under the command of an Irishman. Col. Daniel, Capt. Elsmare, and others have lately met with divers of the Rebels, so that the prisoners begin now to fill the only way to case the Commonwealth of their Charge will be to send these Idle people to Burbadoes and other parts, to work for their living, which would be done soon, and without respect of persons. Middleton's main body as yet continues in Sutherland, Mac Aldow, and Mac Cloud, lately marched to them with 400 foot, and the Earl of Seafort expected with 700. The Earl of Sutherland leaving his house and Country, and declining from joining with the Enemy hath suffered very much together with his people, and if Col Morgan had not come into Ross, they threatened to fire it, in case the people had not risen generally with them. Col. Morgan will be (by a supply from Aberdeen) 850 Horse and Dragoons, and 1500 Foot, with which he will endeavour to engage the Enemy who are about 800 Horse, and 3000 Foot, who give out, they will rather engage with us then hazard the going through the Hills, they being so mountainous and impassable, knowing that it will be the ruin of their horses, & most of their Foot. The Commissioners for Approbation of Public Preachers sit on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; of which Fridays for Augmentations, much as grace in men's hearts, some University men, for defect thereof, have been laid by, and some who never were University men, yet furnished with Gifts and Graces, have been received and welcomed. No difference at all among the Commissioners themselves, though they be of divers Judgements about Church matters, all minding the advancement of the Gospel. They being 38 in number are severed into three divisions, each division fitting their Month, so that the Work will go constantly on. No partiality used in their Trials. Testimonies and Certificates are narrowly looked into, because much depends upon them. If Patrons would present good men, it would much help on this work. Some of the men who have been already tried, have preached at Whitehall and James's Chapel, and it's probable others will hereafter be put upon this way of exercising their Gifts. If the carriage of this business were in the view of the Nation, the Censures of men would be forborne; and whereas some are of opinion, that these Triers ought to have been sent from Churches, men are to know, that the Magistrate only looks to the sending forth Preachers, and takes not upon him to set down Church-Officers; but out of the number of public Preachers, Church-Officers may afterwards be chosen, if Congregations see Cause. An extraordinary number of Preachers are continually attending upon these Commissioners to receive their Trial; and yet there will be want of Thousands. They usually sit upon the days before mentioned, from 8 till 12 in the morning; and sometimes every day, because of the abundance of business pressing upon them. No Certificates are approved but such as come subscribed under the hands of such persons as are known to the Commissioners, or to some of them. Mrs. Hannah Trapnel, she that lately acted her part in a Trance so many days at Whitehall, hath for some time been in these parts. There seem to be two convincing Reasons against her Spirit; the first one is that it withdraws from Ordinances, and the other is, that it is Nonsensical. There are in her Company one Mr. Langdon, and Mr. Bauden, two Members of the late short-lived Parliament. The Justices of this County have taken notice of her ways and practices; and Mr. Lobb giving the charge here this last Sessions, willed the Jury to enquire, 1 concerning Vagrants, 2 such as occasioned unlawful meetings, 3 such as speak against the present Government. There were two Indictments drawn against her: Langdon and Baudon, her Compeers and Abettors, endeavoured to make a learned Defence for her, but it was not suffered; only they entered into Bonds of three hundred pounds for her good behaviour and appearance at the next Assizes. If you had inquired better into her business, when she tranced it at Whitehall, it might have prevented the staggering of many a spirit in Cornwall. The design intended to be made use of by means of this woman is (it seems) to compass England, and pass from one good Town to another to vent her Prophesies, and thereby disaffect the people to the present Authority. It calls to mind the old story of Elizabeth Barton, the holy maid of Kent (as she was called) in the days of Henry the 8. who was made use of by certain fanatic Popish Priests, by feigned Miracles and Trances, to raise admiration in the multitude, and foment seditious humours against the Government; for which she and her accomplices had in the end their reward. From Edinburgh, April 13. The design of rising here does appear every day more universal, not only the Scots flying out, but divers English; and amongst the rest three Clerks, belonging to the Court of Justice at Edinburgh. Divers Soldiers out of Leith, and about 50 from Sterling, are gone to the hills. Whitehall April 17. This day in the morning Information was given That the Ratification of the Peace was come over from the States-General to their Ambassadors here, it having been done in the Hague the Thursday before, and the People of these Provinces not a little rejoiced at it. All things are now preparing here for a final Ratification to be made also by his Highness the Lord Protector; of which you may hear more ere a few days more be over. From Sea, the only news is, that a fleet of about 40 sail of French Merchant-men were met with off of Ushant, by the Portsmouth and Middleburgh Frigates; who assailed them, and maintained a Fight, in which they sunk the Admiral of the French, and took 5. It was foul weather, so that our 2 Frigates were parted in the fight; otherwise the best part of the French might have been taken. A Report comes of our taking a Dutch Merchant-man also, new built, an Early-Indy-man, of about 800 Tonnes, well fitted for that Voyage, with a convenient store of money, and other Necessaries, being newly set forth toward the Indies. But this I cannot yet ascertain, because no Express is come concerning it.

Mercurius Politicus, Issue 201

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From Tuesday, May 23. to Tuesday, May 30. 1654. I concluded in my last with the Treason, of which I told you you should hear more hereafter, and I must this week conclude in the same words again, because the Examinations are not yet fully persecuted. Before I shall give you a more particular account of it, let it suffice you to understand, that the Design was to take away the life of the Lord Protector, which God prevented, and in the amazement and hurry of the tumult, to have Proclaimed the titular King of the Scots Charles the Second King of England. It was high time to look about, when in the sharpest discretion of the eye. it was probably conjectured that he was not far off himself. It is impossible in such a divided Nation to find an absolute concurrence of an exact obedience, but the Proclamation of his Highness was to a great effect, which followeth in these words. O.P. Whereas the Enemies of the Peace of this Nation (notwithstanding the many signal providences of God in frustrating of their former Counsels, and malicious Designs) do appear still restless in their Attempts, to involve this Commonwealth in blood and confusion. In Order whereunto divers of them have lately repaired to London, as well from beyond the Seas, as from several parts of this Commonwealth. His Highness with the advice of his Council, hath therefore thought fit, and hereby expressly Charge and Command, That for the better discovery of Persons ill affected to the Peace of this Commonwealth by Constables of the respective Parishes within the Cities, of London and Westminster, Borough of Southwark, and the Lines of Communication, do forthwith after the Publication hereof, repair to the several houses within their respective Parishes, & require from the Householders a List of the names of all such persons as now do, or did lodge in their respective Houses on Friday night last being the 19 of this instant May, or at any time since, with their several qualities and conditions, and how long they have been lodged there. And all and every the said Householders are accordingly to deliver to the said Constables, or one of them, a true List of all such names upon peril of being reputed and dealt withal, as Accomplices and Partakers in the said Designs, which Lists so delivered, the respective Constables of the Parishes within the Cities of London, and Westminster, Borough of Southwark, and Lines of Communication, are within 48. hours to deliver the Lord Mayor of London, and Bailiffs of Westminster, and Southwark, respectively, whereof the said Constables are not to sail at their utmost peril. And the Lord Mayor, and Bailiffs are to return the Lists so to be by them received, to his Highness's Council at Whitehall, immediately after the receipts thereof. And his Highness doth likewise strictly require, all Person or Persons whatsoever, so living within the said Lines of Communication, do change his or their several and respective lodgings, or depart out of the said Lines for the space of 10 days after the date hereof, without a special Licence and Pass in that behalf obtained from the Lord Mayor, and Bailiff of Westminster, or Southwark respectively, under their respective hands and seals; which Pass the said Lord Mayor, and Bailiffs of Southwark respectively, are hereby Authorized to give all such persons, concerning whom they shall be satisfied, that they have no ill intentions or designs against the Commonwealth, and to none else, And if any such person shall presume to depart out of the said Lines, within the said time, without licence obtained as aforesaid, it shall be reputed a Contempt of this his Highness's Command, and be punished according to its demerit. And the Lord Mayor of the City of London, and Bailiffs of Westminster, and Southwark respectively, are to cause this Proclamation forthwith, after Publication thereof, to be sent to the several Constables aforesaid, and to require and demand from them an account of their proceedings thereupon. Given at Whitehall the 23 of May, 1654. This day was the day of public Thanksgiving, Mr. Lockyer and M: Goodwin Preached at Whitehall, his Highness, and his Council being present. After the Sermon a Woman made a disturbance by inveighing against the present Government. The Day of Thanksgiving was observed in several Parishes of this City, yet some men there were (as I am informed) who instead of a day of Thanksgiving, did make it a day of Humiliation. These are those Non-Conformists, who by a new and dangerous Logic, would have a wild distinction; they would disobey the Protector, and yet serve God too. Letters from France did this day make mention, that the titular King of the Scots (who civilly refused to be an Actor in the Comedy of Beleus, and Thetis, which hath lost much of its lustre, being (I know not by what, too confident a pen) translated into English) is yet in Paris, but is suddenly on his removal, and of this we have informed you long ago, but this hath relation to a higher Sphere, as the Councils of the Nations shall espouse one another: A Commonwealth well established, is a Mistress that is courted by all the World, and Salic Law of France is lusty on the Malel and they will be there as wise as they are caprchlous to, Court a Mistress for their own advantage. Peace being made with Holland, the Muscovite had no sooner notice of it, but he sends his Agents to congratulate the Peace, and to buy the preparations of the future War, which have been made trust are by this happy Union. Colonel Pride is now in Town, but some part of his Regiment (as I am informed) are landed at Aberdeen, and some part at old Montrose. If there hath been any distemper of melancholy amongst them, it hath been purged by the visitation of the Sea: A Letter from an eminent hand represents, that Glencarn keeps a distance from Middleton both in his mind, and his Brigade. Middleton it is said is a running posture, and much incensed against Glencarn, and his Associates, which had appeared more, had not the titular King of Scotland opportunely arrived, who like another Nature did rectify the unruly Elements of their constitution into a Geographical Peace. I dare not be so bold as to give you the Names of those who are said to be Actors in the great Conspiracy. This Business by the Respite of an Indulgence of Time, would satisfy even the Sceptics themselves, but there is no man so untutored, who by better demonstrations might not be corrected to nobler proncopley. I cannot give you a Name of those Men who are said to be accessory in this great Plot, my business hath been always to inform you with the truth. And although you will confess with me it is truth enough, that such a Plot hath been continued, yet I am not able in this relation to Truth to give you a particular of the Names until the next; for the persons examined do make a diversity of Relations, you must therefore likewise Logicians suspend for a while the premises until the infallible conclusion shall determine, and pronounce the truth. It was this Day by several Letters advertised to his Highness, that the Peace to be proclaimed in Holland, and the solemnity of the day to be observed, the young Prince Dowager with her Mother in Law is removed from the Hague into Breda. The States General are upon consultation to give satisfaction for the losses received at Denmark. Their Fleet for Greenland is gone to Sea, and another Fleet of Merchants is for Spain, and Portugal, and another for France, that Nation working always both by Sea and Land (but of late in some places inprosperously) for their own advantage. There is nothing in the world that hath more honoured the Provinces, but their love to Learning, and they have had some Scholars to estipulate that love, they had otherwise been a Sea, or a heap of Ashes. I have been so long on the business of Action, I shall now give you something determined upon in Council, which is this. Whereas Information hath been given to his Highness the Lord Protector, by the Committee sitting at Sadlers Hall London, appointed to take care of carrying on the business of Collections in England, and Wales, for and towards the relief of the Inhabitants of the Town of Marlborough in the County of Wilts, and re-edifying of the said Town (a great part thereof being lately consumed by a sad, and lamentable fire,) That there are divers sums of money collected in divers Parishes, Cities, and Towns Corporate in England, and Wales, for the uses aforesaid, which are through remissness, or some other sinister ends, detained in the hands of such as have Collected the same, and have not paid them over to such persons as have been appointed by the said Committee to receive them, whereby the Charity of good People is abused, and these poor Inhabitants frustrated or delayed of the relief intended them thereby. It is therefore Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, and the Council, That all Churchwardens, Collector, Receivers, Mayors, Bailiffs, Constables, and other Persons, who have in their hands any of the monies collected for the uses aforesaid, do forthwith, upon sight hereof, pay over the same to such person or persons, as Alderman Andrews, Alderman Tichborn, Alderman Ireton, Col: Owen Roe Mr Edward Bushel, Mr: Maximilian Beard, Mr: Greensmith, Mr: Herring Major Packer, Mr: Thomas Lamb, Mr: Wollaston Mr: Tempest Milnor, Mr Theophilus Ryley Major Wareing, Mr: Ashurst, Mr: Strong, Mr: Samuel Wilson, Mr: Robert Barrett, Mr: Anthony Dowse, Mr: John Price, Mr: William Kiffin, Mr: Babington, Major Banks, Captain Manton, Mr: Etandrith, Mr. Isler, Mr: Lawrence Steel, Mr: William Malyn, Captain Aldron, Cornet Comely, being the said Committee at Sadlers Hall, or any five of them, shall appoint and authorize to receive the same; and all the said Collectors, and other Officers and persons before mentioned, are hereby required to perform the same accordingly, as they will answer their neglect and contempt at their peril. Ex: W. Jessop, Clerk of the Council. By several Letters from Scotland as followeth. Inverness, May 14. Middleton and the rest of his party that remains of those that are run to their own houses, are still in Southerland and Caithness, Col. Morgan's brigade lies in the Shires of Ross and Inverness, blocking them up as formerly; Drummond is about Loughtay, and the Bailiff of Athol is gone to him, to advise concerning the speedy raising of all Gentlemen in that Country (for the Highlanders are no other) Montrose with about 450 Horse and Foot were lately in the Brays of Anguish, forcing men to rise with him: Glencairn we hear is gone South through the Brays of Renogh, and from the Hills we understand, the Enemy's foot runs away over the Mountains, by thirty and forty in a Company, and are necessitated to eat Horseflesh where they go, provisions being so exceeding scarce in those parts. Stirling May 16. Thursday last the General came hither with part of Col. Okey's his own Regiment, and four Companies of Sir William Constable's of Foot, we hear nothing of any considerable part of the Enemy being in these parts: only we have Intelligence, that Captain Kympton Hilliard being marched down toward Douglas, having Intelligence, That Cardinesse Forgison and Mallace with about 40 of the Rebels were about New Mills resolved to engage them with 20 of his Troop, and a Sergeant that were with him, but upon a nearer approach found them above 60 ready mounted, and drawn up to receive him, notwithstanding which, he continued his Resolution, and upon his approach the Rebels seemed much to scorn the smallness of his number; but it pleased God so to order it. That after he had received their charge, he fell o upon them, and broke them, killed Cardinesse's Cornet, and Porgiffin's Cornet, and mortally wounded Lieutenant Wallis, killed two Horses of theirs, and took four. The rest, although dispersed, got away well Mounted. He took 6 or 8 suits of Arms, being good Backs, and Breasts. Most of the Enemy had the State's Mark. We had only two wounded and after two hours keeping the field, he returned to Ayr. The Rebels were marching towards the Hills, but by this means it is supposed they will have no great mind to engage. This day the General and Forces march from hence to Cardrosse, near the Hills, where he will lie in the Fields for some time; Glencairne is come with some Forces into those parts. Edinburgh May 20. Wednesday at night last some Prisoners broke from their place of Durance; But were most of them retaken within two days after. Middleton, Monroe, Athol and Forbes are in Caithness with their broken Regiments; Kenmore remains sick in Southerland, and hath been so for this month past. Glencairne and Col: Drummond, with some foot and Horse lie at Abersoyle, the most considerable pass to & from the Hills, about 12 miles from Stirling; General Monk is Marched that way to observe the several Passes upon the Brays, and to take some course with them. The proceedings of the Commissioners at Salters Hall, which will give a great check to the abuses in the Common Law, will suddenly be confirmed by Authority, and be extant by the privilege of his Highness, and his Council of State. Col. Hewson and some other Commanders of the Army in Ireland having received further Instructions from his Highness, are on their way towards Ireland. The Deputed Lord Fleetwood is every day expected, not to lay down, but to be confirmed in his Authority. Something I have from Rheims, and the Coronation of the French King. The Fortune-teller, and his story is too long for this page, but I am sure of it, it is witty enough, I shall refer it to my next. There have been some Gentlemen lately apprehended in the pursuit of the Conspiracy against his Highness, of which more hereafter. That which this week is most remarkable: is, The Law settled to rectify the Common Law. The Report of the arrival of the titular King of Scotland, in Scotland and the events thereupon. The landing of the Regiment of Col Pride in the North of Scotland, and the present posture of the Scot's Army, and Division betwixt Glencairn and Gen: Middleton. Glencairn's submitting himself, and desiring a Capitulation. The remarkable Service performed by Gen Monk in the West of Scotland, and the Isle of Mala, and the contemplative condition of Prince Rupert's Melancholy in France. The most easy, cheap, certain, and speedy way of curing the French Pox, and running of the Reins, without confining the Patient, either to keeping of house, or extremity of Flaming Physic; and without having the least symptoms of the Disease behind either inward by pains, or outward by pustules, is carefully performed. By the Physician at the porch guild House in Maidenhead Court in Aldersgate-street over against Peter-house.

The Weekly Intelligencer, Issue 224

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☞ The Message of His Highness the Lord Protector of England, to the high and mighty States of Holland, sent over by the Dutch Ambassadors, and delivered by them to the States General at the Hague, and the proceedings of the Hollanders thereupon. The blowing down of the Cross of the Western Church in Amsterdam, the great loss the Hollanders sustained by Tempest in the Texel, and the burning of the Town of Rype in North Holland by Lightning; with other wonderful Apparitions seen in the Air, to the admiration and astonishment of all the beholders. A bloody fight between the Dutch and the English on the Coast of Denmark; and the routing of 70 sail of Hollanders, and forcing them into the sound. Several desperate attempts of the Highlanders, their coming to Dumbarton and taking the two Bailiffs, their murdering of some Dragoons not far from Edinburgh, and the landing Arms & Ammunition from Holland at Loqubsber. The taking the E. of Kinoule, 35 horse, and other prisoners. From Friday the 6 of January, to Friday the 13 of January. 1654. It is certified from Cambridge, that two Petticoat-Preachers came lately to Sidney College, and would needs enter into dispute with divers of the Collegians, who civilly and Scholastically answered all their positions; but those weak vessels being not able to resist such able opposers, used very uncivil language, telling the Scholars they were Antichrists, and their College a cage of unclean Birds, with divers other invective speeches, &c. Hereupon the Students made a complaint to the Mayor. who sent for them to appear before him; and demanded whence they came, and where they lay the last night; they said, They were strangers and knew not the name of the place, but they paid for what they called for. Then he asked them their names, they answered, they were written in the Book of life. Then desiring they would inform by what names their husbands were called, they answered, they had no husbands but Jesus Christ. The honest Mayor feeling them so obstinate, that they not only slighted the Ministry, but likewise all civil Government, caused them to be well lashed for their obstinacy, and afterwards to be turned forth of the Town. From Holland 'tis certified, that the people murmur very much that the Treaty held so long with England, and fear nothing will come of it. Others there are (though but few) who are good Patriots, and desire an Union with England, as the greatest interest of their Country, but can do nothing, because overpowered in all their Councils. They are making great preparations against Spring, and 30 new Frigates are now upon the stocks, to be added to the former 30 already built; they say their fleet will consist of above 100 sail, and Tromp is ordered to go into the Straits with 12 Men of War to Lord it there; they have their eyes every way, both at home and abroad, which activity portends more than ordinary Resolution in Action. There hath been extraordinary Lightnings and Thunderclaps at Amsterdam and other parts adjacent, and 400 houses were consumed by Lightning at the Rope mills near the city, where their stores were of Hemp and Oil, and about 30 ships perished in the Tempest that lay in the Texel. The Dutch Ambassadaors are yet at Gravesend. and have made some further applications to his Highness and his honourable Council, and it is hoped this accident will somewhat abate their pride, and force them endeavour to compose the difference betwixt their State and England. By Letters from the Navy it is certified, that General Monck rides with our Fleet about the Channel, and Gen. Blake is gone down to the Hope to look after the rest of the Fleet, who are near ready to spread their canvas. Besides those two ships mentioned in my last, taken by the Dutch near the Land's End homeward bound from New England, there are two more safely arrived in the River coming from the same Country, laden with Masts, great store of Beaver skins, and the like commodities. The Fleet also is arrived from Dunkirk, consisting of about forty sail, whereof a good part are laden with rich goods, as silks wrought and unwrought, linen, thread, &c. There are likewise five ships arrived from the Eastland, and one from Zant with Currants, but as yet they are not come up the River. From Warwick came intelligence, that on Saturday the last of December, Mr. Bulstrode one of the Judges of North Wales, came thither by a special Commission of Coal delivery; he heard a Sermon early on Monday morning, and went directly from thence to the Hall, where there was a very great appearance, and a very able grand Jury, there hath not been a greater Goal known there these many years: There were five men and one woman condemned to be hanged, seven burned in the hand, and two men that would not plead to be pressed; the Judge used his endeavours to persuade them to plead, telling them what a sad condition they would bring themselves into, but the resolute Villains were resolved to die in their wickedness; The Judge carried the business very well, and gave the Country a great deal of satisfaction. He spake something in his charge in relation to the late Government, and said it was now settled upon such a Basis, as was like to conduce much to the happiness of all good people; he gave strict Orders to the Grand Jury, that if they heard of any that were perturbers of this, that they should not fail to bring them to the Bar of Justice, and a great deal more to the same effect. SIR, The Enemy (for now we must call them so) still go on with their Levies in several parts of the Hills, and will do so, do we what we can to prevent it, though there is little probability they should keep together when united, the Country being so barren. A party of the Tories met with 4 of Colonel Morgan's Dragoons about ten miles from Edinburgh, and barbarously murdered them. They have placed a Garrison in Roldew about ten miles from Dumbarton, from whence they came commanded by one Colgrave, with about 80 feet (last week) to Dumbarton, and in the dead of the night, took two of the Bailiffs and other principal men of the Town, to the number of 36, whom they threaten to keep, till they send them four horsemen, and 37 foot men, for their Levies. Dalkeith, Decemb. 29. Yesterday was a Court Martial held by the Officers of the Army, and several Offences were punished in the Soldiery. The English Fleet is still in the Channel, and General Pen with them, Gen. Blake, Gen. Monck, and Gen. Desbrough are returned to Whitehall. Regensburgh, the 22 of Decemb. S.N. From hence little of news. His Majesty the Emperor was resolved to go a hunting in company of his Majesty the King his son, to Newstadt; but being since taken off with more earnest and important affairs, hath now excused himself and remains here. The 300000 Rix-dollars that were heretofore, by some of the German Princes, ordered for the Scots King, are now concluded by the General Assembly to be given him: is being also enacted by the said Assembly, that no books or pasquils whatsoever, written against, or in disdain of the said King, should be suffered to be bought or sold in any part of Germany under the Roman Empire, by pain of life. Produced the Copy of a Letter from Haerlem in Holland, which gives a punctual relation of the late sad disasters which have happened in those parts, which take in his vertis. SIR, On Tuesday last there rise a very great storm, which continued all night, and there being between 50 and 60 Merchants riding at anchor at the Texel, a great many of them are sunk and cast away, we hear but of 17 of them saved; so that between 30 and 40 are at best spoiled, sunk, and run aground, and of them 20 quite lost, that is the least; amongst the rest there was one East India ship cast away called the Lilly that was going out, & another East India ship called the Marigold is much hurt & shattered. The loss is great, both ships, goods, and men's lives, the ships rode very thick together, and many had their anchors a ne ho n, and drove aboard to other ships, and one tore and sunk another. It was sad to hear the screeching crying, tearing, calling, roaring, and lamenting that there was, when none could save hundreds that they saw drowning in this extremity, so that many are made widows, and fatherless, whose extremities are great, and the Lord's hand is sore upon us: Divers of these ships have been driven ashore, and some upon Shelves and Rocks, and many are lost in several parts, yet some it is hoped will be gotten again: What the particular losses have been in all parts of this country and at sea cannot yet be collected: But we much fear our East India fleet, of about 150 ships, which we here at sea. At Amsterdam also some hurt was done by this storm, for without the gate of the City, by the Utrechts Bole, a Malt mill of Shepen Paters fell on fire with the violence of the motion, which could not be staid in that mighty storm: The chasing of the violent motion thereof set it on fire, whereby not only the Mill but four houses that stood by it were burnt, to the great loss of Schepen Pater, who had much Malt lay there: But he is able enough to bear it, having gained a vast estate by brewing for the men of War. Also within the City of Amsterdam the iron Cross (that is about 20 foot long, and weighed some 4 or 1600 l.) that stood upon the Western Church newly built within few years, at the charge of the City, was by this violent storm blown down, with the Weathercock above it, and the great copper gilded Bowl under it, which was said to hold near a Hogshead of Beer, was all blown down, nothing being left standing above the Emperor's Crown on the top of that Steeple. All the said weight fell down through the body of the Church, breaking the strongest corner of that new Church, and fell upon the gravestones, brake them, and tore the dead bodies in their graves. But the greatest loss I hear of was at Rype in North Holland, where an Oil mill by the storm, in a violent motion by its own heat took fire in the furiousness of the storm, and that burning set divers houses on fire, and one house another until some five or six hundred houses were destroyed, and in them many persons burnt alive; and abundance of goods, valued by many to a greater sum than I dare speak of; for this heavy Judgement by God's command made such quick dispatch, that many were taken in their beds, and others burnt alive before they could get out of doors, I cannot describe unto you the thousand part of the miseries of that poor Town, where not only the private houses, but the two Churches, and Town house, and the weigh-house also, as is said, are all laid in ashes. The fire staid not in this Town, but flew over the River sixty foot broad, that goes about the Bemster, and there upon the inside of the Bank of the Bemster burnt divers houses also; and burnt the very ships (though small ones) and boats that lay in the Haven; besides what harm it hath done in other parts not herein mentioned. From Myler in Cornwall by letters of the 2 of Jan. it is credibly informed, that there are 25 witches discovered thereabouts, who are apprehended and committed to Launceston Gaol. There have been many various reports concerning the Lord Whitlock, who is gone Ambassador for Sweden: He was employed upon the account of the late Parliament, which dissolved themselves; and since that, some of the adverse party have given forth in speeches, that he was stabbed and killed: Now that the world may take notice what such discontented spirits may utter in a case of such consequence, be pleased to take a true relation, not only of his Lordship's passage, but his safe arrival there, as it came from a known hand, in near employment to his Honour. SIR, We began to set sail from Gravesend Novemb. 6. but the wind coming too much into the North, and being not able to get clear of the sands that day, we were enforced to cast Anchor near Quinborough. The next day the wind standing fair, we set sail again, and made a very large course, until about noon the day after; at which time the wind turned full against us, so that we were afraid that we should have been necessitated to put into Yarmouth Road. But the wind favoured us again for a little time, and we made forwards, yet it was not long ere we were very much becalmed; and so we were exercised with uncertainties of winds until the 12 instant when there came a very fair wind, which carried us on with full sail, so that on the 14 instant at night we cast anchor on this side the Scagen, and we came on the 15 betimes in the River. As we came along our ship met with some Holland Fishermen, and boarded one of them, but my Lord Ambassador willing to pass peaceably over the sea, released it again, which did exceedingly overjoy them, who had been undone in his own thoughts before; yet the Elizabeth, being one of the Frigates that carried some of our Company, staying behind to bring up one of the Baggage ships, met with a small Dutch Caper, and boarded it, and brought it along with them. We were not altogether without rough and stormy weather, especially the last night, when we anchored at the Scagen, insomuch that we were afraid we should have lost one of the Baggage ships, which was but very slenderly provided with tacklings, yet (through the goodness of God) we were all come safe, and there is none sick amongst us, nor anything lost; As soon as ever we were come into the River, being weary of the sea, we made hast to the shore so that the Governor and Magistrates of the town could not be ready to give us that solemn reception as they intended. The next day the three Presidents, with the Magistrates, came to salute my Lord in a handsome Equipage, and one of the them made a Speech to him in Latin, wherein he acquainted his Lordship, That they had received positive commands from the Queen to demonstrate all respects to the English Ambassador, whom she had received notice would arrive here in a short time; and withal desired his Lordship's excuse, that they were not prepared to give him a more pompous entertainment at his first landing. Afterwards the Governor came to give his Salutation, which he performed with great civility and respect. And indeed they are very ready to accommodate us in anything, and to give us all possible help and assistance in our intended journey towards the Court. The Queen is at present at Uppsala, but we are uncertain whether she intends to reside there all this winter; it is supposed that she may return again to Stockholm, there dying but two of the sickness the last week; our journey thither will be very tedious and chargeable; and we now begin to find by experience that those that are employed upon such solemn Missions into so barren a Country, must needs be supplied with a very large purse. After that we have refreshed ourselves, and rested our horses here for a few days, we shall begin our journey, having already sent Letters to the Court of his Lordship's arrival; we must be enforced to carry all our baggage by land; the Presidents of the City after consultation had amongst themselves giving us this advice, which will be a very vast charge. In Whitechapel below the Church over against the Stile that goes to Stepney, in Trumpet yard, dwells L.M. Student in Mathematical Physic, who cureth the Tysick and Cough of the Lungs, the swelling of the Spleen, and deafness of the ears, pestilent Fevers, all sorts of Agues; of which cure he never failed; and hath cured many that have been thought incurable. If you enquire at the white Lyon in Whitechapel; or at the Angel in Cornhil near the Royal Exchange, they will direct you to him. The History of New England, from the English planting in the year 1628. until the year, 1652. The King of France his Ambassador lately come over, the Ministers, six of the French Church, and a Marquess, have been with his Highness the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, to congratulate, declaring their sense of engagement to bless God for Him; and their hope of protection to themselves and the rest of God's people from Him, And they received a very satisfying Answer: So that there is like to be that correspondence with the Protestant Churches of foreign parts, which hath not yet been: which will be a great blow to Antichrist, and a great means to exalt the Throne of the Lord Jesus, when the multitudes of those that believe shall be of one heart, and one mind; for the Spirit of the Lord worketh by love. There hath been wonderful sights seen in the sky at the Town of Perit near Holdin in Pomerania, viz. A Coffin with a black Crosse; also a Dutch Lord overcome by another Nation; after which was seen a fair Rainbow, and afterward the last Doomsday, at which sight many have been astonished. From aboard the Phoenix Frigate it is certified, That Captain Foster having landed the Lord Ambassador Whitlock at Gothenburg, Decemb 21. discovered a fleet of Hollanders of about 80 sail, who upon our ships firing amongst them, about 70 sail cut their cables and ran towards the Sound; two men of War that were amongst them fought us some hours, but we forced them with some loss in a sinking condition to retreat towards their fleet. The next day three Dutch men of War (two of them great ships, and Convoyers to the rest) came right before the wind upon our Frigate; whereupon we took all our men out of three prizes which we had taken, and would have fired them, but that we wanted time. They fought us furiously, and shot the chain of our foreyard in pieces, and two thirds of our main topyards, and would have boarded us, had not we prevented them This day came further intelligence from Scotland, viz. That a Dutch man hath landed some Arms and Ammunition at Lochaber in the Highlands; MacCloud came with 400 old Irish Rebels into Lewis Island to raise men but to little purpose: After he attempted to surprise some vessels of Captain Bressie, but he prevented his design by putting into an open Road. The Lord Kinoule came with a party of 70 horse into the Glens to surprise our horse there; but was sighted on by a party of horse belonging to Maj Duckei, and himself and 14 more were taken, all sore wounded, and about 35 horse; the rest quitted their saddles, and betook themselves to the Bogs. The Dutch Ambassadors are arrived at the Hague, and have delivered a Message to the States from his Highness the Ld. Protector: so that yet there is some hopes there may be a conclusion of Peace, which will be within ten days, or else not likely: yet they make all the provision that may be for War, and promise the perform great matters the next Spring; but great talkers (sayeth our English Proverb) are but little doers. Licensed and entered according to the late Act for Printing. London, PRINTED by R. WOOD, 1653.

The Faithful Scout, Issue 160

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This day was published this Proclamation following. Oliver, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, considering that whereas the exercise of the chief Magistracy, and the administration of Government within the said Commonwealth, is invested and established in his Highness, assisted with a Council, and left thereupon the settled ordinary course of Justice in the Commonwealth (if remedy were not provided) might receive interruption, His Highness in His Care of the State, and Public Justice thereof (reserving to future consideration the reformation and redress of any abuses of Misgovernment, upon better knowledge taken thereof) is pleased, and doth hereby expressly Signify, Declare, and Ordain, by and with the advice and consent of his Council, who have power until the meeting of the next Parliament to make Laws and Ordinances for the peace and welfare of these Nations, where it shall be necessary, which shall be binding and in force until Order shall be taken in Parliament concerning the same, That all persons who in the tenth day of this instant December were duly and lawfully possessed of any place of Judicature, or Office of Authority, Jurisdiction or Government within this Commonwealth; shall be and shall so hold themselves continued in the said Offices and Places respectively as formerly they held and enjoyed the same, and not otherwise, until His Highness pleasure be further known; And all Commissions, Patents, and other Grants, which respect or relate unto the doing and executing of public Justice, and all Proceedings of what nature soever, in Courts of common Law, or Equity, or in the Court of Admiralty, or by Commissioners of Sewers, shall stand and be in the same and like force to all intents and purposes as the same were on the said tenth day of this instant December, until further Order given by his Highness therein. And that in the mean time (for preservation of the public Peace, and necessary proceedings in matters of Justice, for Safety of the State) all the said persons, of whatsoever Place, Degree, or Condition, may not fail every one severally according to his respective Place, Office or Charge, to proceed in the performance and execution of all Duties thereunto belonging, as formerly appertained to them and every of them, whilst the former Government was in being. Given at Whitehall this 21. of December, in the year of our Lord, 1653. Dalkeith December 17. thus. The Enemy is departed from the hithermost parts of Atholl, and gone to Kirkmichel in order to their march Northwards; as I am informed Kenmore and Glencarn are both there, and their force reported to be 500 Foot and 500 Horse; but those that gave me Information that saw them, affirm they are not half that number, they lye under very many discouragements, and every place so eaten up where they come, that they are forced upon often removals; and now provision of Mutton, and Beef begins to decay: I hear they intend for the North, that their quarters upon the Lowlands may be more assured and broader, where they expect the landing of foreign forces, Ammunition and Money from their Majesty and the States of Holland. Atholl doth nothing considerable; the people refuse to raise his men according to command, one that saw him and his Soldiers, sayeth, he hath not got above 40 foot, and Major Mercer is there with about 60 horse. Cap. Elsemore of Col. Rich's Regiment, sent out a party the other day from Drummond Castle, who took one Cap. Stuart who had a Commission from Lorne to raise Forces, and four others and killed three on the place. The Marquis of Huntley died last week at his house of Bogy-geith. Berwick December 19. A private man of War, we have intelligence hath brought into Holy Land two Dutch Vessels coming from the East Country both being about an hundred and fifty ton burden, laden with Pitch, Tar, and the like commodities. From Falmouth 19 instant. There were many ships in this Harbour which are now all gone to their several intended Ports. The Dutch are still very busy in these parts, so that it is very hard to pass by the Land's end without a good convoy: they have we hear, taken a ship of London coming from New England, laden with Masts, Beaver Skins, and the like commodities. Here have been some of the States ships to wash and tallow, and to take in fresh water, but they are all at Sea again, there remaining none at present in this Harbour. From Deale 23. We have news this day that some of our Frigates have taken some Beclanders belonging to Calice, who were bound for Roan and Cane in Normandy, laden with divers sorts of commodities, and carried them into Stoaks Bay, where we hear that General Monke with his Squadron was about four days since: Those ships lately gone from hence bound for Roan are safely arrived there, and their convoy is returned back. Further from Scotland, Decem. 19. that the Enemy's disperse themselves into several parts is confirmed; they are now endeavouring to reduce their levies into form, by laying them upon all the nearest Parishes to the Hills, but their demands are so high, that it is impossible the country (though willing) should be able to bear them. We have information that Kenmore will use all his endeavours to raise and force men, horses, and monies in the South, and intends to make some Inroads into the Borders of England, unless prevented, which is the more probable by that Information from Durham, That twenty horsemen well mounted, and armed with Pistols and Swords went through that Town on Tuesday last, by break of day amongst them a person of quality. The same number and party lay at Peblis on Saturday night last, and with them Col. Wogan, formerly a Capt. of Dragoons in the Parliament's Army. Thursday nigh last Lieut. Whitmore going with a party toward the Hills took one Major Morehead (a prisoner of war, and yet upon parole and security) well mounted and armed going to the Enemy as himself confessed. They do much hearten their party, that their King is come into Holland; that Col. Drummond is shipped with 1500 Volunteers, arms and ammunition; and that the Dutch have left off treating with the English: with all which, they feign a Post came lately from their King. On Friday morning last, a party of these Royal Pilferers met the Post boy going from Leith with Letters for London, and near Haddington took his horse and Letters, and some Money, so that now it will be uncertain sending Letters without a Convoy. Mr. Feak and Mr. Powel were this day brought before his Highness the Lord Protector and his Council, and examined touching some words that fell from them in preaching an praying, concerning the present Government; and were ordered to remain in the hands of the Sergeant at Arms until further consideration. Col. Montague is one of the Council of State, besides those thirteen mentioned in the last Week. Mr. Thurlow is Secretary of State. Mr. Scobel and Mr. Jesop are clerks to the Council. The three Dutch Deputies treated this night personally with a Committee of the Council, viz. The Lord Lisle, Sir Anthony Ashley Cooper, Sir Gilbert Pickering, Mr. Strickland, and Mr. Thurlow, in the Horse chamber at Whitehall, and were together from 5 o'clock till after 7 at night. There is still hopes of agreement, a few meetings will determine something now, one way or another. Since the Declaration delivered to his Highness by the major part of the House present when the Parliament brake up, divers of those Members that were absent, have freely been to subscribe to the same, abundantly blessing God for the present change of Government. Whitehall is preparing for his Highness to reside in, and the old Council chamber is sitting for the Honourable his Council to meet in, Downs 22 Decemb. Capt. Richard Newberry Commander of the Lawrell, is come in hither, who had been out by order from the Generals, with his ship and the Ruby, the Kent, and the Industry, to ply between the Isle of Wight and the French coasts, where he took some prizes: when they were toward the French coasts, they made a discovery of 4 sail of ships, to whom they gave chase, and followed them so close that they took two of them. Men were taken out of the Kent to man one of the prizes, which is come hither to the Downs. The other prize was manned by men out of the Lawrell, which is also coming hither. Their lading is French wines, which they had taken in at Bordeaux. The Lawrell and the Kent Frigates, are again preparing to go out to ply to the Westward. Capt. Martin, commander of the Bristol Frigate, who hath the command of the Western squadron, meeting with Captain Crispin, commander of the Assistance, he appointed him to convoy some Hamburgers, and Swedish ships, which he carried safe to Plymouth, and his Order being then to go out upon a design with the Nonesuch from Plymouth to seek out if they could meet with any of the ships from Brest. The Assistance and the Nonesuch sailed over to Ushant and Cruse and parts thereabout seven or eight days, and they were together at the Fourne Rock. And the 14. December they sailed both together within Ushant, and being got thither they sailed into Couquet Road, and there anchored a while, after which they went out again and plied even into the very mouth of Brest River, but the Brest men durst not stir out, whereupon our ships in the evening anchored in Cammerit Bay, to see if there they could find, or thereabouts meet with any of Charles Stuart's ships, or others of those of Brest men of War: But they had sucked in and durst none of them venture out. There was a Fly boat a vessel of eight guns, and some six small French ships more, who upon our approach ran themselves ashore, and we have since taken three prizes about Couquet Road. By His Highness the Lord Protector, with the advice and consent of his Council, these two Ordinances following were this day passed. Whereas the time for receiving the duty of Excise and New Impost is near expiration, and it being necessary for the peace and safety of this Commonwealth that the same be continued, both for the satisfaction of the public Debts charged upon the said Grand Receipt, as also for carrying on the weighty Affairs of this Commonwealth, His Highness the Lord Protector, with the advice and consent of his Council, doth Ordain, and be it Ordained, that all and every the Acts, Ordinances and Orders of Parliament touching the Excise, and every Clause, Sentence and Article in them or any of them contained, and now in force, as well for the collecting gathering and receiving, as concerning the Government and Ordering of the Excise and New Impost, be continued, and the Duty of Excise or New Impost, according to the several Rates in them, or any of them expressed, be received, collected and paid in and through England and Wales, and Town and Port of Berwick upon Tweed, until the five and twenty day of March next coming; And that Luke Hodges, Thomas Bulstrode, and William Parker, or any two or more of them, be and are hereby constituted and appointed Commissioners of the Grand Excise and New Impost, and are hereby Empowered and Authorised to exercise and put in execution all and every the Powers and Authorities given or granted by, or contained in all or any the said Acts, Ordinances or Orders of Parliament, touching the Excise and New Impost, as well for the collecting & receiving the several rates aforesaid, as concerning the government and ordering of the said Excise or new Impost, as fully and amply as any Commissioners for Excise; at the time of the making of this present Ordinance, may or ought to have done, and shall observe such further Orders and Directions as they shall from time to time receive from His Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council touching the same. And for their care, pains, and service therein, they shall have one penny in every Twenty shilling raised and levied for Excise and New Impost. Provided nevertheless, and it is hereby Declared, That from and after the nine and twentieth day of December, One thousand six hundred fifty three, The Commissioners afore named shall not let to farm, or admit any person of persons to farm the Excise of any Goods, Merchandises and Manufacturers that are excisable by any Act, Ordinance or Order of Parliament, without the Order and Direction of such persons as shall be appointed thereunto by His Highness the Lord Protector and his Council; But the said Commissioners, or any two or more of them, shall manage and carry on the same, according to the best of their Judgements, by such good ways and means as may be most for the ease of the People, and advantage of the Commonwealth. Be it Ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, with the advice and consent of his Council, That one Act of Parliament Entitled, An Act for the Redemption of Captives, Printed by Order of Parliament of the Six and twentieth day of March, One thousand six hundred and fifty, for and concerning the payment of one fourth part of one per Centum, being on shilling for every twenty shillings paid for Custom and Subsidy according to the new Book of Rates, and all and every the Clauses, Forfeitures, Penalties, Provisos and Powers therein contained, in reference to the collecting, receiving, and due payment, of the said Duty of one per cent. in such sort as by the said Act is appointed, be continued from and after the twenty sixth day of Decem. one thousand six hundred fifty and three, until the third day of October, which shall be in the year One thousand six hundred fifty and four, and no longer; And that the Commissioners for the customs for the time being, their Deputy and Deputies do receive and collect the same, and shall pay out and employ all such sum and sums of money, as have been or shall be by them received and collected by virtue of the said before-mentioned Act, or any subsequent Act for continuation thereof, or by virtue of this present Ordinance, in such sort as His Highness with the advice of his Council, or such person or persons as shall be appointed thereunto, shall order and direct, whose Order from time to time shall be a sufficient discharge unto the said Commissioners for the Customs, for the same. Henry Scobel Clerk of the Council. His Highness the Lord Protector, and the Honourable his Council, this day ordered Mr. Feake and Mr. Powel to be set at liberty. This day was sent up a List of the Frigates now ready for present service. Scilly 20 December, Two days since failed Capt. Martin and the Portland Frigate this way, who met with Cap. Crispin and Cap. Penrosse, with some prizes they had taken upon the coasts of France. The last night was a very sad storm which continued until this morning, with great violence, so that the Sails of the Yards blew away, which being over, some sailed towards the coasts of France, and others towards Plymouth. Papers were this day presented to the Right Honourable Council touching a Petition from the Town of Lin about the Fen drainers. The particulars are to advertise; 1 That the Port of Lin is an ancient and useful Port, and hath belonging to it about 80 sail of Ships and Barks employed for the trade of Salt, Coal, Fish, and other necessaries, with which ten several Counties were supplied more or less from that Port by the benefit of several navigable Rivers, that had their out-fall at Lin. 2. That the Haven of Lin hath been ever known to be a safe and commodious harbour. 3 That the undertakers for draining the Fens, have of late erected a Sasse or Sluice near Salter load upon the River Ouse, beneath the mouth of most of the navigable Rivers that fell into it, whereby the passage of the Tides into all the said Rivers which were wont to be filled twice in every 24 hours, is wholly kept out for at least 26 miles of their usual flow. By means whereof, great prejudice hath been already occasioned to their Navigation. 2. That much prejudice hath happened since the Petitioners address to the Commissioners, sitting at Ely in March last. 3. That probably in a short time, this Sasse or Sluice will be the total destruction of their Navigation. Plymouth 20 Decemb. Capt. Crispin with the Assistance Frigate is come in hither, he was in a storm near Scilly two days since; but afterwards sailed Eastward of Tor Bay, and is come safe hither, he hath been with Cap. Hasfel, and is to go to Portsmouth to be new fitted and supplied, and out again. He went from hence ten days since, and hath been a great check to the Brest men of War: After which he with the Nonesuch that went out with him, on the 16 instant anchored in Couquet Road, where the boats were sent to fetch off two Vessels, one laden with Wine from Nantes, the other light, and there were in the same place near 30 sail more, two of which were supposed to be men of War, who with the rest hauled close under the houses, which were lined with what Musketeers that Country could afford, with which (is being half ebb) they beat off our boats, but by God's providence without loss to us; the Non-such boat going in with a small Gun ours also returned with them, and attempted to set the said vessels on fire, but could not make way for our boats, so that Cap. Crispin was constrained to fire out of his Frigate into the Town, and upon the Vessels, against whom he made about two hundred and thirty great shot, which in sight of our men did the enemy very much spoil; the enemy very much spoil; the enemy made use of only one Gun, which they kept playing all the time at our Frigate until we beat them from it. That after noon we discovered a ship of the enemy's plying in towards Brest, and the Non-such sailed after her, and that evening took her, she being a great Holland fly-boat of eight guns, laden with wine from Nantes. Oliver, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging; having the exercise of the chief Magistracy, and the administration of Government within the said Commonwealth, invested and established in his Highness, assisted with a Council, who have power until the meeting of the next Parliament (which is to be on the third day of September now next ensuing) to make Laws and Ordinances for the peace and welfare of these Nations, where it shall be necessary, which shall be binding, and in force until order shall be taken in Parliament concerning the same. And the said Lord Protector finding it to be most necessary, that some speedy and effectual course be taken for settling the names, and forms to be used in Patents, Commissions, and proceedings in Courts of Justice, the said Lord Protector, by, and with the advice and consent of his said Council, and in pursuance of, and according to the power and trust reposed in him and them doth declare, and ordain, and be it by the Authority aforesaid declared and ordained, that in al Courts of Law, Justice and Equity, and in all Writs, Grants, Patents, Commissions, Indictments, Informations, Suits, returns of Writs, and in all Fines, Recoveries, Exemplifications, Recognisances, Process and proceedings of Law, Justice or Equity, within the said Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, instead of the Name, Style, Title, and Test (of the Keepers of the Liberty of England by authority of Parliament) heretofore used, that from and after the six and twentieth day of December, 1653. the Name, Style, Title and Test of the Lord Protector for the time being, of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging shall be used, and no other; and the date shall be in the year of our Lord and no other. And that all Duties, Profits, Penalties, Issues, Fines, Amercements, and Forfeitures whatsoever, which heretofore were sued for in the name of the Keepers of the Liberty of England by Authority of Parliament, shall from and after the said Six and twentieth day of December be prosecuted, sued forth, and recovered in the said name of the Lord Protector, for the time being, of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, and no other. And in all or any of the proceedings aforesaid, where the words were, The Jurors for the Commonwealth; or, The Jurors for the Keepers of the Liberty of England by Authority of Parliament, do say or present, from and after the said Six and twentieth day of December, it shall be, The Jurors for the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, &c. do sat, or present, and no other, &c. And it is further Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, That in all Oaths to be given to any Grand Jury or Petty Jury, or to, or for any Witness to give in Evidence to any such Jury or Juries, and in all other Oaths wherein the name of Keepers of the Liberty, &c. was wont to be used, the same shall be given in the name of the Lord Protector instead of the name of the said Keepers &c. any Law, Usage, or Custom to the contrary in anywise notwithstanding. And it is lastly Ordained by the Authority aforesaid, That such Forms and Course of proceedings, as were heretofore used in the name and time of the Keepers of the Liberty, &c. in Causes Criminal or Civil, and of which no alteration is made in this Ordinance, shall stand and continue to be used and observed as formerly; and that all Indictments, Presentments, Inquisitions, Commissions, and Captions made with such Alterations, Additions, or Alterations as shall be proper and necessary for making good of Indictments, Presentments, Commissions, Captions, and Inquisitions, and supplying the sense and meaning thereof, according to the present Government of this Commonwealth under the Lord Protector as aforesaid, shall stand and be good and effectual in Law to all intents and purposes, as if the same had been particularly herein named, Any Law, Custom, or Usage to the contrary in anywise notwithstanding. By Letters from Sweden is advertised, That the Lord Ambassador Whitlock from England, is safely come thither with his retinue, joyfully received, and in good health. Plymouth, 23 December. Mr. Brittan a Merchant of Jersey hath made a confiscation, by bringing in some French Wines into this Port, but it was done in much ignorance, and in conscience ought to be relieved. This Evening, blessed be God, is come an express from Falmouth, which brings news of the arrival of the Bristol and Portland Frigates, with the rest of the ships which were out with them in the late storm. Yarmouth 22 December. Yesterday the Bailiffs received the Proclamation to proclaim the Lord Protector, with an Order for the publishing of it in this Town; and this day accordingly it was proclaimed in a solemn manner in four places of this Town. The Bailiffs and Aldermen in Scarlet, and forty eight in their Gowns. The Governor and some of the Officers also accompanied them; and as soon as the Proclamation was published, the great Guns in the Town and Forts were fired. The generality of people here are well satisfied. The like Letters came from Bristol, Exeter, Salop, and many other places, much to the same purpose. This day divers Officers meet with his Highness at the Cockpit, and signified their full union in the present Government. Dalkeith, 19 Decemb. The march Northwards of most of the Enemy's Forces goes forward, and they are drawing together about Dunkel. The 16 instant, in the Evening Col. Blakiter and Major Crawford with 12 Troops of Horse and Dragoons being about 2000 came thither. Lorn is come to Lough-Tay with 500 Horse and Foot. About 100 horse and foot from Weem, and the Tutor of Macgregger with 300 from Loughaber, are marching thither, and Glencairn hath promised to return speedily, or spare them what strength he can. What the design of this Conjunction is, is not known, but they talk of having 3000 horse and foot at next Rendezvous. They have not left in Stermont, a part of Perthshire, so much as a plaid, or anything that is wearable, nor any kind of Cattle: The Country say, when they have taken all, they will go to them, and many of them are well contented, If their Neighbours suffer as much as they, which is all they care for. The people in Badgenoth (a part of the North Highlands) are very quiet, and have very much resolved rather to suffer (if they be not able to oppose these Ramblers) than in any way to assist them: The last week some Rogues took away about 160 sheep of the late Governor of Ruthen Castle which were near the Garrison, and some Oxen belonging to it; but at the desire of the present Governor, Cap. Mills, they pursued them, and brought them back again from the Braes of Athol 24 miles. The Commander in chief hath sent forth Orders for the bringing in all the best horses in all our quarters within the shelter of our Garrisons, or else that the owners part with them at reasonable rates for the mounting of Dragoons. A Sub-Collector of Sesse in Dunnipace, in Stirlingshire, the last week kept out of his house a party of the enemy six hours, and after the breaking of six doors, they left him much wounded, and run his wife through the arm with a Tuck, and plundered the house; they discharged forty Pistols at the doors and windows, the Collector wounded two of them with a Spit, which was his weapon: By which it may be observed, That if the Country would resist them, they would be soon weary of these courses. Gentlemen, The next day after I had a meeting with some of you, the Gentlemen of Nede (I suppose directed from the rest) came to me, with that which seemed a very strange overture, howbeit, I believe it to be the result of that convent, viz. to inquire of me whether or not (in case the enemy should approach these parts) you might have liberty to give them some men and provisions to put them by the Country, to which I have taken this occasion (by the hands of the same Agent) to give you the ensuing answer (the effect whereof I gave Nede at such time as he made that needless offer). That you may take it for granted, that whosoever shall either directly of indirectly, assist those Thievish Rebels, either with men, money or provisions, shall be deemed by us as one of them, and shall forfeit whatever he hath both real and personal; and whereas it hath been said that some of our chief Officers have granted such liberty, or (as you call it) favour, to other parts of the Country, I must assure you (as I first told Nede) that report was, and is, as false in itself, as it hath been weakly seconded by your belief; neither will those who first spake it, be able to hold up their faces when called to account for it. Gentlemen, You may be confident that if you suffer anything by submission to the present power, the state is better able to make you some kind of satisfaction, (as on the contrary they are to give you the reward of your doings, in case you submit or give assistance to their (and indeed your own) enemies,) than any other now in Scotland, who may seek such things from you. And (that I may reason with you a little) what may you expect from an inconsiderable party (yea, though they were more numerous) of desperate men, of broken fortunes, or none at all; who dare not keep their homes for fear the just Laws of the Country should be executed upon them; but that they should bring you into the same headlong, and vagabond condition with themselves. Whereas on the contrary (yourselves may in great part witness) the care of this state to settle your peace, and endeavour your prosperity (and, if you will but cast your eye upon things most probable) is not this State more likely to protect and make you prosperous, than those who not only seek to destroy your peace, and devour that little morsel which they (and others like them) have left you (and which this state endeavours to preserve to you) but even like Vipers, gnaw out the bowels of their Mother Country. Again, is not the state of England immediately about to incorporate and make you one Free Commonwealth with them? and what greater favour could they cast upon you? and are you not tenderly dealt with (your condition considered) what burden do you undergo which England is free from? and (if friendly and civil dealing may gain anything upon you) I am sure there was never any people (under the lash of the sword) more friendly entreated and civilly used, by those in whose power it is, to exact and sweep their all from them, than you are? so indeed I could almost afford to ask you what was become of your Reason, while you assaulted me with this unreasonable overture? Again consider that God hath delivered into our hands the most Potent and best appointed Armies that Scotland hath been able to raise; and is it likely that this handful of Thieves and Robbers should stand before us? Gentlemen, What I have spoken is out of a desire to your welfare, and I hope you will consider it accordingly, as also that you will give me some testimony of the reality of your intentions towards this state (to whom you stand engaged) and so take off that doubt which (by your late offer) you have given me occasion to harbour, at least by hasting in such firing and other things as are by you deficient for the use of this Garrison: and the speedy payment of your Assess. To conclude, this is to require you, neither to aid, abet, or any ways assist the Enemy with men, money, Arms, Provisions, or ought else, either directly or indirectly, as you will answer the contrary with the loss of your estates, and hazard of your persons, and such as your carriage is herein, you may expect the like from Gentlemen, Your humble servant, Jo: Hills. Ruthen castle 24 Novemb. 1653. For the Gentlemen of Badgenoth. From aboard the Swift-sure in Stoakes Bay the 24. of December, 1653. We had yesterday a Court Martial for trial of several Offenders, one for endeavouring to ravish a maid in the open fields near Gosport, which being clearly proved, and the man very impudent, he was thus punished; His body was fastened to one of the Boat's thongs, and his hands to another, his body bending with a paper in his Hat, wherein was writ of his offence in Capital letters, a Drum in the Boat's head beating for public notice, he was carried in the Boat to each flag ship, which were 4. in number, where he received 10 blows upon the bare back, with a Whip made of 9 small ropes, by the side of each of the said ships, from whence he was carried ashore to the Platform, where he received 10 stripes more, and from thence he was towed in the water at the Boat's stern over to Gosport, where he received 10 smart blows more, and was then cashiered like himself; and another was ducked for Drunkenness. This day six mutineers of the Portland Frigate received their sentence, which was for three of them to have their hands nailed to the main mast, where accordingly they so stood an hour; and the other 3 had each of them 30. blows on their bare back with a whip of 9 cords, and I will assure you they were smart ones so far as I could discern, their hideous cries demonstrated something of it, which I hope will be a terror to others for the time to come. Truly I doubt not but the blessing of the Lord will still attend us to the glory of his name, and the benefit of the whole fleet. Captain Cadman had his trial also this day, but was not found guilty of murder, only for his indiscretion is cashiered of any employment in the Service for one year after the date hereof. This day the Lord Ambassador of Spain had audience by his Highness, the Lord Protector, who did congratulate him in his now Authority. This day we may, I hope, without offence say, The peace with the Dutch is concluded in Matter, though not in Form, or Ceremony. What a mercy is here! Satisfaction, Honour, Security, Denmark and all taken In: Blessed be God though some be for war, our David is for peace. Dalkeith, 22 December. A party of Cap. Elsmore's took Capt. Stuart and four more, and killed three, besides divers other taken by parties in other places, among which Lieut. Col. Patwick Hay, Lieut. Col. Gambal, the Laird Lugton, Cap. Crichton, and others of quality. Yesterday Cap. Hart pursued Sir Arthur Forbs from Borthwick Bray, where he was at Rendezvous, traced them by the Snow, routed them, took 65 horse, 16 prisoners, killed divers, few escaped without wounds. Sir Arthur Forbs, and Major Erwin, his Major, both wounded, and fled. We had one slain, and 16 wounded. Glencarne and most of their heads, are with 500 horse, and many foot, passed to the North, over the skirts of Bays William, three miles in the Mews and Tividale. Middleton sent a Letter to Glencarne, that Col. Drummond was 26. November, embarked from the Brill with 1500 Volunteers of divers Nations. The Titular Scots King also sent a Letter to Glencarne, dated 12. November, telling him, That the Kings of France and Denmark, the Duke of Brandenburg, the Emperor, and Princes of Germany, are not willing to assist him with men, but have assured him of a large proportion of Arms, Ammunition, and moneys, and that he would be with them Immediately after the receiving of Drummond and his forces, whose headquarters is to be at Loughbern, the most fortified place in the Highlands. Reader, whereas last week there was inserted the names of divers Inhabitants of Sepulchres Parish, which had been put into a Chancery Bill concerning Tithes, for the prevention of some misconstructions that might be made thereof, I am desired to give this true account of the said Bill, viz. That whereas the Tithes of the whole Parish (if fully paid) amounts to 400 l. per annum, yet for divers years together in these latter times, there hath not been collected above 150 l. per annum, whereof two parts are paid to the Church-wardens for the use of the poor of the said Parish, and the other part to the Minister thereof; the Vestry of the said Parish taking notice, as of the increase of their poor, so of the decrease of one part of their maintenance, did after advice taken with Counsel give order, that the names of such of the inhabitants as were in Arrears should be put into a Chancery Bill, which accordingly was done, and six or eight Subpoenas thereupon taken out for such who not only wholly refused to pat their dues, but gave some provoking words to such as demanded the same. And whereas it was added, that they were prosecuted in the names of Master Thomas Smith, and others, you are desired to take notice, that they were only Feossees in trust, in whose names the Impropriation of Sepulchres for the poor's two parts of the Tithe was taken; and therefore all proceedings in Law must go in their names, whereas the benefit of the two parts of the Tithe redounds wholly to the poor of the said Parish, which are many hundreds. One Anne Birch alias Neal, a maid of about 15 or 16 years of age, born at Lyddington in Rutland, she did wear (in case she hath not changed her apparel) a Daroy colour, or sad Red colour Cloth Waistcoat with three Laces about the skirt, and three up before of each side; she hath Brown curled hair, of a fresh countenance, she went away the 21 of November. 1653. If anyone can bring tidings of her to Mr. Edmund Cooper at the Tennis Court in Holborn, or to her Father at Lyddington aforesaid, they shall have forty shillings for their pains. Or in case she be boarded in any ship, bound for Virginia, or any other Plantations, the Captain of such ship is desired to convey her to any the places above specified, and he shall have his charges born, together with a gratuity to his full content.

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The Bloody Vision, presented to his Highness the Lord Protector by prophet Evans; and his Proclamation at Whitehall Gate, concerning the King of Scots, and the present Government with the Declaration and Prophecy of a Virgin, touching his Highness, and the fifth Monarchy; with her Message to the Council; and the manner how she was struck in a trance at Mr. Robert's house, near the late Queen's Kitchen, and her speech to the people at her awaking. The Proclamation of the States of Holland, and the publishing of another in Scotland. A Message from the King of France, and a List of the Names of the Lords, Colonel, and Gentlemen, that are to lead and conduct the Netherland, forces with sundry other Intelligence from the States of the United Provinces, and the proceedings of the Navy at Sea. The States if Holland sit very close upon the public and weighty Affairs and very much are they importuned to condescend to a peace with England; for the wants of the Poor are abundant, and the loss that their Merchants have sustained great. Besides, all sorts of Provisions are excessive dear, and most of their Banks & Storehouses very empty and naked: yet notwithstanding, they go on with their preparations for War; but few days will make a discovery of the event of this great Transaction. Produced Letters from Amsterdam, intimating, that their Fast-India fleet, consisting of 150 sail, is much feared to be cast away; such almighty shipwreck hath not happened these hundred years; besides, many houses are burnt, & the great iron cross, with the Weathercock, and gilded Bowl under it, which was said to hold a Hogshead of Beer, was all blown down, and falling upon the Graves, tore the dead bodies. At which time, began the great fire, at the Hemp Mill, which consumed all St. Jacob's Street, the Anabaptist's Congregation house, with the Church house, & Townhouse. So that the fire running with over-violence, flew over to the Bremster-Dike, and burnt the Bridge. But the greatest loss I hear of was at Rype in North Holland, where an Oil-Mill by the storm, in a violent motion by it's own heat, took fire, and burning furiously, destroyed above five hundred houses, and many men, women, and children, were burnt alive, and money goods, valued to be worth forty hundred thousand pounds. Great was the lamentation and cries of children to their Parents, and husbands to their wives, but could not be helped: many a mother's bowels pressing her into the smoke and flame to save her child, lost her life, and her child's also. So the destruction of the Town was in a moment, but the Lord divert and stay his heavy hand of judgement. By an Express from the Navy, thus: The fleet is still in the channel, and General Pen with them; but Gen: Blake, Gen: Monk, and Gen: Desborough are returned to Whitehall. The Dutch Ambassadors are now gone over to Holland and 'tis said, there is a Peace concluded: into the truth whereof I shall make a diligent inquiry by my next. The French Ambassador, newly come over from after the King, had Audience by his Highness the Lord Protector, whom he congratulated in his new Government. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock is said to arrive at Upal, four miles from Stockholm the 24 Decemb. Where he is to have audience from the Queen. By an Express from Scotland, thus: The Highlanders have had a great Rendezvous upon the Hough, from whence they marched North with a Body of horse and loot, intending to meet the Lord Seafort who has made lamentable spoil upon the English horse which they stole out of Gentlemen's stables. And the Earl of Kinoul lately appearing near Glans with a party of horse, had a Design to surprise the horse belonging to the Garrison, as they came from watering, lying in ambuscado for that purpose, thinking thereby to increase hid number, and to procure exchange for his men taken at Eghil; and coming at first with a small party riding into Glans, took three of our men, which Major Ducket, who commanded Col: Riche's Troop there, having notice of it, sent out his Quartermaster with twenty horse to discover his party, who advancing with two files of musketeers that were to make good a bridge, gave them a charge, and routed and dispersed their whole Body, took the Lord Kinoul, and fourteen men, all wounded, and divers horse; pursued the rest even to the very Bogs: but Major Ramsey escaped. We had one man killed, and three wounded; but the Enemy's loss were far greater. This day sevennight the Ministers and six of the Elders of the French Church, and a Marquis of France, were with hid Highness the Lord Protector, to congratulate, declaring their sense of engagement to bless God for Him, and their hope of protection to themselves, and the rest of God's people from him; to which; his Highness returned them a very satisfying Answer: So that there is like to be that correspondence with the Protestant Churches of foreign parts, which yet hath not been, which will be a great blow to Antichrist, and the only means to exalt the Throne of the Lord Jesus. From Amsterdam it is certified, That the Dutch Deputies are arrived, and have made their Reports concerning the Treaty, which the people generally desire, and comment upon, to be for Peace. The last intelligence from the King of Scots sayeth, that at the Palace Royal in Paris He hath feasted the French King; with some Lords & Ladies, and was accompanied by his two brothers the Dukes of York and Gloucester. Prince Rupert was likewise there; but his brother Prince Maurice is said to be drowned. We have advice from Pomerania that by the town of Prit over against Holdin there hath been a sight in the Sky, of a Coffin with a black Cross, and there hath also appeared a Dutch Lord overcomed by another Nation: after which was seen a fair Rainbow, and afterward the last Doomsday, at which sight many have been much astonished, and exceedingly affrighted. By Letters from Lime it is certified, That one of our Frigates having met with a Dutch Man of War, gave him chase, and followed so close, that he forced him to run on ground on the hither side of the Bay of Camaret, and by reason of his shooting hard at him made the Country to come down to the water side; but it so happened, that some shot made execution on the shore, and killed and wounded five or six; yet by reason of the night approaching, and the Country being all alarmed thereby, could not fetch her off; but ours put to sea again, to clear from the Rocks before it was dark. By William Earl of Glencairn, Lord Kilmore, Commander in chief of all his Majesty's forces within the Kingdom of Scotland. By virtue of a Commission from his Majesty granted to me for levying of forces within the Kingdom of Scotland, for opposing the common enemy, I do by these Presents ordain Col: Alexander Blacader to levy out of the Presbytery of Dumfermlin a sufficient Troop of Horse, with one well armed man out of every thousand li. of Rent, with Fortifications. If they fail after the sight of this my Order, the said Col. Alexander Blacader, or any having his power, is to seize on the Person of the Deficients, and carry them prisoners to the Army, drive the goods away until they do duty; and likewise they shall be esteemed enemies to their By an Express from the Hague it is certified, that there is a Design to new model the Dutch Army; and the Commanders in chief are said to be these, viz. The Lord Brederode, Col. Van Galen, Count Will of Nassaw, Col. Forbus, The Lord Craven, Col. Brown, Maj. Gen. Massey, Col. James, The Lord Van de Par, Col. Ogleby, The Lord Piercy, Col. Priestman, The Lord Fielding, Col. Long, Col. Vere, Col. Twisden, Col. Frogmorton, Col. Andrews, Col. Morgan, Col. Major, Col. de la Roche, Col. Godfrey, Col. Middleton, Col. Sinclare. Which Army is to be sent against the Lorainers, who have made a great incursion upon the Netherlanders; and to that end, Proclamation is made throughout all the United Provinces, for all men to put themselves in a posture of defence against the common enemy. We hear, that the States are very much inclining to a peace with England, which if once ratified, will prove the greatest Blow to the Jesuitical party that ever happened in Europe. There is a Virgin Prophetess come to Whitehall, who has declared great and wonderful touching this present Government, and sayeth that she comes from God, to declare a message to the Council; she has been sundry times in a Trance at M. Roberts his house, where many eminent persons frequented, and upon her awakening, she declared, That the eternal God was her refuge, and that he was leading her through the green Pastures, to his sacred Pavilion. Therefore, be encouraged in the Lord, ye children of the most High, and remember, that the Saint's trials shall end in triumph, and the Night of Misery will have a most glorious Morning of Victory, for the exiled and banished will be restored in the fifth Monarchy. By an Express from Jersey it is certified, that there hath been a ship cast away upon that Coast, and most of the passengers and soldiers drowned. The King of Scots Men of War are still plying about the Isle of Lundy, and often come into the Severn mouth, where some time they sit very unhandsomely upon Our Jackets, and unworthily seize our small Vessels. From Scotland we have likewise received intelligence, that the Highlanders plays REX upon the Lowlanders, and commits abundant of Outrages; they are very high in their Levies; but not altogether so successful in their Enterprises, though notwithstanding Fame reports them to be above seven thousand horse and foot (in skits) and that they expect additional supplies from beyond the seas. They have drawn forth their whole Army in a Regimental way, which consists of these ensuing Regiments, to wit; Gen. Glencarn, Col: Forbis, Lieut. Gen. Lorn, Col: Brown, Gen. Major Homes, Col: Middleton, Colonel Macwait, Col: Melvin, Col: Mac Donel, Col: James, Col: Hume, Col: Stuart, Col: Ennis, Col: Straughan, Col: Lilburn is very active, and useth all means possible to prevent and deter them from making inroads upon the English; but by reason of the Winter Season, great is their advantage upon Us; so that additional forces from England are preparing; and Sir William Constable's Regiment are designed for the North: The Oath and Engagement is to be tendered to every Regiment before they march; and the Names of those that have already subscribed, are Col: Ingoldsby, Col: Goff, Col: Whaley, &c. whose Regiment, with Major General Lambert's, are designed for Scotland. There is arrived the Fleet from Dunkirk, consisting of about forty sail, whereof a good part are laden with rich goods, as Silks wrought and unwrought, Linen, Thread, &c. There id likewise come five ships from the East-Land; as also one from Zant, with Currants, but as yet not come up the River. By our last Post and intelligence from the Navy, we have received very certain and credible intelligence, That Colonel Charles James having received a Commission from the King of Scots, is launched forth into the Deep with the Brest Men of War, who has now struck sail upon the Coast of Britain, and there set up his flag on the Poop of the Patrick called the Vice-Ambral. From Her Royal Majesty the Queen of Sweden, our Post further asvertisseth, that the Lord Ambassador Whitlock, with his Retinue was received in a most high and pompous manner by the Magistrates of Gothenburg, who made a speech to his Lordship, by way of congratulation, in reference to his Embassy from the Commonwealth of England. From Amsterdam it is further certified, that there hath happened a very sad and lamentable fire, not at Amsterdam, as is said by some, but at a town some 3 miles off the said City: occasioned by tempestuous and stormy weather, a Rase Mill being driven with that force and violence, that they took fire such fury and violence, that the Flames issued forth in such Flakes, that no possible means could prevent this sad and dreadful devastation. The like dreadful Thunder has been at Pembroke in Wales, where not long before the great Lightning, appeared a Blazing Star, to the great admiration of all that beheld it. What these dreadful Signs from Heaven portend, I am not able to make out; but certainly they are Forerunners of some wonderful Events- By an Express from Portsmouth it is certified, That Gen. Pen rides as Admiral of the English Fleet without St. Hellen's point 3 Leagues from thence, with forty sail of gallant ships, ready upon any advice of The next thing that presents itself to public view is, a brief transcript of the Declaration and Confession, which was made at the public meeting house at Hexham, by Joseph Ben Israel, a Jew, to wit; I do here avow thee Lord Jesus my true Saviour, and I rejoice in thy Church and People, thy precious Saints, who do here walk through thy grace, according to thy Rule and holy Commands. I so here solemnly vow thee my Lord and King, thy Saints and Ordinances; and now I heartily desire all the people of God to pray for me, that the residue of my days may be spent according to this beginning. O Lord Jesus, who hath appointed Ordinances, and sufferings for thee who shall reign with thee in glory, show the desire of my soul is to thee; I do thou therefore convey the grace of Ordinances into my heart that I may live to the honour of thy name, as becometh thy professed servant, waiting for thy second coming. So come Lord Jesus, and tarry not. Baruch Adonay lengolain vanged, Amen ve Amen. The Bloody Vision interpreted by Arise Evans, was presented to his Highness the Lord Protector by the said Author, who notwithstanding the high invectives therein contained, proving that the late Parliament was the mark of the Beast, mentioned in the Revelations, and that the fifth Monarchy should suddenly be established under the power of Charles Stuart, &c. yet did the favourable clemency of his Highness extend so far, that he graciously remitted this imperious Representation, and permitted him his liberty. Nevertheless, when he departed, he went to Whitehall, and there made Proclamation of what was published by him

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Ita vertere Seria{ Horat.de Ar. Poet The Addresses and Proposals of the Lords the Ambassadors of Holland concerning the confirming of a peace, with the Articles of Agreement; The setting forth of the fiery Crosses, and Glencarn's threatening fire and sword to all that are disobedient. The great strength of the Tories in Ireland. And the advancing of the Lord Henry Cromwell and five hundred men there. Also the coming in of 50 Colliers with coals. With the Speech of the Lord Yongstal to his Highness the Lord Protector for a settled peace betwixt both Nations, and his answer thereunto. From Wednesday, March 1. to Wednesday, March 8. 1654. This day Mr. Feak and Mr. Vavasor Powel made their Addresses to his Highness the Lord Protector for their liberty, some Ministers have been with them, and adviseth them to be sensible of their mistakes. By the last Post from the West we received intelligence, that there hath been a most cruel and inhuman Murder committed on Salisbury Plain: The manner thus; Eight or nine Graziers being riding over the Plain, and having about 1500 pounds amongst them, in their portmantles, they were set upon by 18 or 20 Thieves, who demanded their moneys, but being denied it, they fell pell-mell upon the Graziers, and put every man to the sword, as they thought, with the loss of five of their own Hectors; yet is so pleased divine Providence, that one of the Graziers, being not quite deprived of his Senses, heard what Inn they resolved to make to, and a company of Butchers coming by the next morning, fixing their eyes upon this sad object, rode up to them, which the Grazier perceiving, expressed himself, related the manner and told them they were gone to such an Inn at a Village near Salisbury. Whereupon they left two to convey the said Grazier to a house, and the rest went and raised the Town and beset the Inn where the Thieves were, but the highwaymen opposed so far, that the honest men were constrained to fire the house, and to batter and pull it down over the ears; so that some perished and consumed in the dust and flames, the rest were taken and committed to Salisbury Gaol. This day also we received information by letters from Paris thus: The Cardinal Retz doth still remain a close prisoner, but some means are used by Mediators for his enlargement, by means of a Marriage between the L. Mancini, who is Nephew to Cardinal Mazarine, one of the Cardinal de Rhetz' Nieces. By Letters from Lieth thus Since the late rout given to Glencarn and Kenmore near Aberdeen, we hear that Glencarn is endeavouring to join with those broken Forces which were left, with Athol and Seafort. We hear that Colonel Morgan hath taken the enemy's Garrison of Kildrummy. An Ambassador from the Archduke had this day audience, who did congratulate his Highness, and showed his Letters of credence confirm the sincerity, as well as the authority of his gratulation. By Letters from Rome we are advertised, That the Lord Messino the Pope's Nuncio, hath order to go into Spain to negotiate, and hasten the general peace, according to the Instructions given him by his Holiness, being charged to do the same afterward with his Majesty of France. The Pope hath also by his Letters given charge to the Cardinal of Este, and to that of Trivultio, Protectors of France and of Spain, to contribute their most earnest endeavours to make the design to take effect, for the advancement of the Romish Religion. By Letters from Paris we are advertised, that Mr. Beverling hath a large Commission sent him to treat with England; and that honest Mr: Du-Rantisi is put to death in Bordeaux, he was put on the wheel, and his head set on a Pole. Further from Dalkeith, Feb. 16: we received intelligence, That the party that Lieut. Col. Cotterel sent from Dunbarton to have seized on the Shallop we lately lost in Clyde, went up into the Highlands into a Lough where it was, but upon their coming she was set on fire by them. Kenmore came privately with a small party into Dunkel presently after the engagement with Col. Morgan from whom I have received no further intelligence as yet. This day there came to my hands a more fuller account of the taking in of the Garrison of Kildrummy by Col. Morgan, which for your better satisfaction take these ensuing Letters. SIR, I received yours, and find your propositions very hard without order from my Lord General, Sir, if you will be pleased to suffer me to send one to my Lord General, and upon his return we shall render the House if they come not again Monday at night for our relief we shall march with our Horse and arms to any part of the King's Army in Scotland, and withal the place be made useless for any garrison: and for the effusion of blood, We take god to Witness, yours shall be the Fault, no more, but Kildrummy Feb. 28. Yours as time shall serve, Wil Drummond. SIR, I have considered your Answer, and cannot grant your desires, yet so tender am I of shedding of blood in case you be not satisfied with the terms I offered, if you please to send 1 or 2 Officers fully authorized to treat in order to your sudden surrender, I shall rather deal honourably, than use cruelty, I expect your answer by this Bearer, and am Yours as occasion shall offer, Tho: Morgan. For major Drummond Officer in Chief in the House of Kildrummy SIR, I have received yours, and am as loath to shed blood at this time as any shall be; Sir, I thought you would have suffered me to have sent to my Lord General, because I being put here by him, and on such a sudden to surrender, I believe no man of Honour, but might esteem me the basest of men, but however for the matter of Treaty, if you please to send down to the Gate one or two, I shall wait on them there to hear your will; no more but that I am Yours as before, W: Drummond For Colonel Morgan Commander in chief of the English Forces in the North of Scotland. This day we received intelligence, That his Excellency the Lord Whitlock having received plenipotentiary power to treat with her Royal Majesty the Queen of Sweden, hath had several times audience, and upon insisting of all the Articles in general, there appeared nothing so difficult, which did not find an easy interpretation. And it is further supposed, that after time hath ripened the debates and conferences, we shall receive a gracious answer by Messengers, with joyful tidings. For the Change of the Government in England, being arrived at the Swedish Court, her Majesty hath declared a great deal of willingness to receive the new Credentials. The Ambassadors from the States of Holland are landed with full power to conclude a peace. They are come to Whitehall, with all their gallant Retinue, most gallantly equipped; and divers eminent Gentlemen and Officers came along with them to congratulate them from Gravesend to Westminster, they were met with six coaches, belonging to his Highness the Lord Protector, and about 20 more drawn all with six horses, and after them followed 40 coaches drawn with 4 horses, and about 60 coaches drawn with two horses: Many of the last were of the Nobility of England, according as the violence of the late war had disposed of their fortunes. In one of the Lord Protector's coaches was the Master of the Ceremonies, who with accustomed complements received the Dutch Ambassadors, and brought them to their lodgings at Sir Abraham Williams his house in the Palace yard, where they are to be maintained at the charge of the Commonwealth for certain days. By Letters from the West we received intelligence of the taking of two of the Brest Men of War, and a Merchant ship by the English. Our fleet is still plying up and down in the Channel, and many prizes are daily brought in. The fleet greatly increaseth daily by the coming in of other ships, and are in a very good condition. Upon Addresses made to his Highness the Lord Protector, and his council, by the Magistrates of the City of Westminster, in relation to the Government thereof; there have been several Debates, and because the City of London is concerned in it, the said City of London hath had notice of it, that so a dispatch may be made of the whole, to the union and content of both Cities. It was therefore ordered by his Highness's Council, that the chief Magistrates of the City of London, and the City of Westminster should be both sent for, and heard together. The Magistrates of the City of Westminster desire a Corporation, and have long sued for it. Several Addresses have been made to the Lord Protector by William Lenthal Esquire, sometimes Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Pury Esquire, sometimes a Member of Parliament, and divers other Gentlemen from the City of Gloucester, who in the name, and under the Seal of the said City signed by the Magistrates thereof, hath presented to his Highness a Declaration congratulatory, blessing the Lord for this established Government, and protesting much affection thereto. It is confirmed by Letters from Scotland, that whilst our horse were in the more Northern parts of that Nation, Sir Arthur Forbs, who is again recovered of his wounds, is marched Southwards, to see what parties he can find straggling, or what booty he can get at Lenox or Tivisdale. From Scotland we received this day intelligence, that the Enemy are divided into divers parties to raise their assigned Levies, and the Earl of Athol having a considerable party of horse and Foot, hath sent forth the fiery Cresses, threatening fire and sword to the disobedient. Several Regiments of Colonel Daniels, is revolted to the enemy, but some of them, we hear, are taken again, and rewarded with a rope. Others of them were tied up to the Gallows at Dunkel, and Marshal Law is executed daily upon all those who incur the penalty of the same. The Tories in Ireland are grown somewhat high, and new distempers are broke forth; but the Lord Henry Cromwell is safely arrived to put a period to those distractions. From Yarmouth we are advertised, that the Lord Williamson is landed as Ambassador Extraordinary from the King of Denmark, whose Majesty hath sent a Message to his Highness, making application upon the success of the Dutch Treaty: And the Lord's Ambassadors from Holland have presented their Credentials, wherein they desire to include His Majesty. In order whereunto the States of the seven united Provinces do all of them agree and consent to the Agreement of Peace, and the said Ambassadors are empowered fully to confirm and ratify the same, desiring a speedy cessation of Arms, and that all acts of hostility may cease on both sides. Their Lordships are to have audience on Tuesday again, being the seventh of this instant, so that undoubtedly some few circumstances being considered on, all will be concluded, and a firm peace settled.

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The Declaration of the States of Holland concerning the late Treaty with England, and the Proposals of sixteen Ambassadors at the Hague, from several Kings, and Princes concerning Charles Stuart; and the Lord Protector's Government in England. Mr: Feak's Preaching, and Mr: Powell's listing to little purpose. A sheet printed in Holland, called, Peace between England, and the Dutch. The Names of several Officers newly added to the Court of the Lord Protector. The violent incursions of the Highlanders in Scotland, with a List of the number of Regiments they have raised, and the English that are there to oppose them. A Barber in London lately married a Wife after the old fashion, and never came before the civil Magistrate, according to the Direction of the new Act, which makes the other way of marrying null and void. This being found out, the man was sent to Newgate, and the Woman to Bridewell. His Highness the Lord Protector, and his Honourable Council set forth an Ordinance declaring, that it shall be high Treason for any person (not being an Officer, Soldier, or Member of the Army) to plot, contrive, or endeavour the stirring up of any mutiny in the said Army, or if any Person shall invite, or assist any Foreigners invading England, Scotland, or Ireland, or if any person shall plot, contrive, or endeavour the betraying or yielding up any City, Town, Fort, Ship, or Vessel, belonging to this Commonwealth, or if any person shall compass, or imagine the death of the Lord Protector, for the time being, or if any person shall maliciously, or advisedly, either by writing, printing, openly declaring, preaching, teaching, or otherwise publish, that the Lord Protector, and the people in Parliament assembled, are not the Supreme authority of this Commonwealth, or if any person or persons whatsoever, shall proclaim, declare, publish, or any way promote Charles Stuart eldest Son of the late King, or James Stuart one other of his Sons, or any other the issue, or posterity of the said late King, or any other person or persons, claiming by, from, or under him or them, or either or any of them, or any of the Dominions to them, or either or any of them belonging; or if any person or persons shall give, keep, or hold any Intelligence whatsoever, by Letters, Messages, or otherwise, to or with the said Charles Stuart, James Stuart, the late Queen their Mother, or any of them; or if any person or persons shall counterfeit the money of this Commonwealth (knowing such money to be false) to the intent to merchandize, or otherwise; or if any person or persons shall hereafter falsely forge, or counterfeit any such kind of Coin, either of Gold or Silver, which is not the proper coin of this Commonwealth, and yet is, or shall be current within the same; or shall bring from the arts beyond the Seas into this Commonwealth, or into any the Dominions of the same, any such false, or counterfeit coin of money, to the intent to utter, or make payment with the same, within this Commonwealth. Or if any person or persons shall impair, falsify, clip, wash, round, file, and scale, or lighten any the proper monies, or coins of any other place allowed, or suffered to be current within this Commonwealth. This morning it was advertised again, that the King of France hath for the present made a stop of all English ships in the Harbours of France. The titular King of England is for certain, as yet in France, whatsoever is whispered to the contrary. Prince Rupert hath been so fortunate this Christmas at play, that he hath won 12000 crowns of some of the Lords of that Kingdom. An unhappy accident lately fell out in the Isle of Ely; Some Gentlemen distasting the drink of the Inn, sent to Wisbich for Wine. Another company of Gentlemen in the said Inn understating it, desired to partake of their wine, whereupon a Bottle was sent, but some sinister interpretation being given, a curious desire possessed one of the Gentlemen that sent for the Wine, to see who were those that desired it at the Inn, whereupon he took one of his Friends with him. Being come together, they fell from words to blows, the candle being struck out, one Mr: Mallory was killed, which was presumed to be done by one Mr: Dymonds who is fled, which adds to the suspicion, and the Gentlemen upon his death did charge the said Mr: Dymonds. The other is in durance for the Fact. It is affirmed, that the Highlanders do carry such an influence on them, that they do increase in their Levies, their musters being made more numerous by the access of the Marquis of Huntley, and the Marquis of Montrosse. The Highlanders fall often down into the Lowlands, after their accustomed manner, and having plundered the Countries, return with more than ordinary speed, for fear of being circumvented. It is certified by Letters from Hamburg, that ten of our Merchants, laden with commodities from the East Indies, are come safely to Gottenburgh, five of our Frigates are there, as a Convoy to them. The eight Frigates commanded to ply about the Lands end, & to guard the Channel, are come in again, another part are sent out to be upon Duty in their places, General Pen is still riding at Ellen's point, not far from Portsmouth. There hath been a conflict betwixt the Inhabitants of the Bishopric of Leige, and the Forces of Conde, and Lorraign, who have possessed themselves of two small Towns, and have Quartered themselves therein. The enemy are part in Badgnoth, and part in the Laird of Grant's bounds. The party that Colonel Morgan drew from Aberdeen towards Inverness, could not get over Spey, the waters were so high. The Boggygeith is a very useful Garrison, the Marquis of Huntley's Lady being removed to Strathhigie: The Enemy are much startled at Argyle's Son Lorn's revolt, and think there is a greater design in the same, than is presently apparent. There is to be a great meeting in Argyle of all Clan Campbell; it is said to offer some proposals to the commander in Chief, Sir Arthur Forbes yet lies wounded in some part of Monteith. On Thursday last Athol and Lorn were at the House of Ballock near Lough Tay, since which Athol is very sick, and in Weem's Garrison, and Lorn pretends his father is not reconcilable to him, whereupon he goes not home. The 14 instant the Captain Lieutenant to Colonel Okey with a party from S: Johnston's fell into the Quarters of about 40 of the Enemies Horse about Stahaughan near little Dunkel under Lieutenant Ramsey, took ten Prisoners, and 16 Horses, and killed two on the place. But Captain Elsemore's Troop from Drummond had not so good success, for the Lieutenant being sent out with a party of 30 horse, to rescue some sheep taken by the Enemy near the Garrison, pursued so far as to rout them; but another party of 60 Horse, and 100 or 200 Foot lying in ambuscado, our men had a very difficult retreat, yet twenty charged through, the Lieutenant was killed, the Cornet, one Corporal, two Trumpeters, and 7 Troopers taken, and the Quartermaster wounded. Divers of the Enemy were killed, and amongst the rest (it is supposed) Wogan, for he and the English with him, gave the first charge. Since the writing of my Letter, Captain Godfrey in the Middleborough is come in, and hath brought with him two ships, laden with Wine, Brandy, the one of which I suppose will prove very good Prize, she is about 300 Tons, and the other is more questionable. You have already the heads of the Ordinance for Treason, and it is good that you duly observe them; for there be some persons already apprehended for Treason upon the said Ordinance. The news from Holland is yet doubtful, notwithstanding all that the Dutch say. The Lord Ambassador Whitlock is highly favoured by the Qu: of Sweden, and honoured by the people. Dalkeith, 19 Jan: The chief Body of the Enemy is now fallen into Murrayland, where they are busy in levying their , and intend to debar correspondence between Aberdeen and Inverness. Col: Morgan is drawing all the Forces of the Northern parts together to attempt their driving out thence. Athol was lately in Strathardle, where he enjoyed all men to rise, and got together about 500. who had not staid long with him, but 300 departed without leave. Whereupon he gave liberty to all but sixty to be ready upon occasion. The Enemy I am confident were no gainers by the loss of Capt: Elsemore's party from Drummond Castle, he that commanded the first party (supposed to be Col: Wogan) was slain, and many of his men. The party consisted of Wogan's English being 30, and about 40 of Sir Arthur Forb's his men that were beaten in the South; and the other were Major Mercer's men that belong to Athol. Wogan and his men stood valiantly to it, otherwise we had totally routed the Scots Lieut: Caleh Leigh is certainly killed. By Letters from the Generals at Sea, dated 20 January in the Channel, it is advertised, that the Diamond hath forced on shore, on the French side, a Vessel from New Haven, where it is supposed she is bulged. A Prize of Wines taken by the Middleborough, is brought into Plymouth. A French man taken by Captain Heaton, laden with Wines, sent into Plymouth. A Fly Boat called the spotted Ox. an Holland Merchant ship coming from Bordeaux, laden with Wine, of 140 Last, taken by Capt: Hide sent into Dartmouth. A small Vessel called the Hope of Campheir, with Deal boards, and ballast, brought in by the Expedition. A Holland Virginia Merchant ship run on board, and sunk by the Ruby Frigate. From Scotland we are advertised by certain Letters, that great preparations are on both sides for another War. The Enemy lay their levies in the Lowlands, and though they dare not appear there in a Body in the day time, yet they make many inroads by night, and do much mischief, often stealing Horses, and carrying away some of our men, they give out in speeches, that they have twelve Regiments already of Horse, and Foot, but want Arms, and their General (as they call him) sets forth these Papers, or Warrants, which I only hinted at in my last. By virtue of a Commission directed to us by his Majesty, for levying of Forces, Horse and Foot, for suppressing the Common Enemy within this Kingdom, we do hereby require you, and every of you, upon fight thereof, to send forth of every thousand pound Rent, one sufficient well mounted man, with Pistols, and other furniture, &c. We forgot to tell you before, that six men, and two women were executed at Tyburn, condemned the last Sessions and a Maidservant adjudged to perpetual Imprisonment, for uttering false, and counterfeit half crowns, she knowing them to be so, and was promised a profit for uttering of them by her Mistress, who is fled upon it. From Paris we understand, that the court soars very high, and many are called to question which thought they should have been esteemed rather serviceable to the King, than siders with the Prince of Conde in the late War. There is come to our hands a Letter to the King, from the Duke of Espernon, which deserves your attention as well for the style, as for the variety of matter therein contained. A Letter from the Duke of Espernon, to the French King. SIR: If your Majesty hath mistaken my intentions, before you were clearly informed of them, I am persuaded I have at this present justified my proceedings, as there is no further need to defend them by my words. Truly I may justly say that the conduct I have used hath been such, as not mat king use of the advantages which might arise, by causing mischief to continue, or by giving way to such designs, the event whereof would sufficiently commend the Resolution had they not been disadvantageous unto you: I have contented myself to testify to all France, that I have respect to your Authority, even in the hands of mine Enemies, whereby Sir I trust I have caused my occasions to be so pure, and unspotted, that you remain fully satisfied, nor will you I hope judge I have erred in following a Cause I might probably suppose could not be separated from Yours. Now therefore since your Majesty hath supplied what seemed deficient in the felicity of your Reign, and to settle peace in your State, all your true Subjects Sir, are so much the more obliged to rely on your Royal word, and the same having been given to the Queen your Mother, besides your obligation thereto by God and nature, your very reputation confirmeth the same, and taking your Majesty's memory to witness, that I have at all times faithfully, though it hath not always been by ordinary and common ways. I assure myself you will be pleased to permit me henceforward to pass the rest of my days in peace, and now at length to leave me in the Haven whereinto I have been cast by so many Tempests; however if you shall otherwise determine of me, I hope I shall conserve the Quality I have ever hitherto inviolably kept off. Your Majesty's most humble, obedient, and most faithful Subject, and Servant, ESPERNONE. This Day produced multiplicity of Intelligence from several parts, which we shall communicate in order, as followeth. 1. The Enemy in Scotland have 12 formidable Regiments of Horse and Foot, and about fourteen days since we gave you a list of the chief Commanders, some recruits do daily come unto them out of the Lowlands, and further aid out of Holland, France, and other parts; Some say that the titular Duke of York hath already landed Forces in Ireland, which are to go round about for Scotland, or else a new commotion will arise in Ireland, what the issue or success hereof may be, we yet know not, but we fear commotions in all parts. 2. Therefore no less than 16 Ambassadors, and Agents are in Holland, to hinder the conjunctions to these two Commonwealths, the agreement whereof they look upon, as a thing destructive to all the Monarchies in Europe. 3. Having given you the number of the enemy in Scotland, we shall impart a List of the Regiments of the other part in that Country. A List of the Regiments in Scotland. General Monck, Colonel Rede's, Colonel Oklye's, Colonel Fenwick's, Colonel Riches', Colonel Fairfax's, Colonel Twistleton's, Colonel Cooper's, Colonel Overton's, That which was M:G. Harrison's, Colonel Alured's, Colonel Morgan's, Colonel Daniels', Colonel Fitch's, Colonel Ashfield's, Colonel Cobbet's, Colonel Salmono, Colonel Tomlinson's, Part of Colonel Sanderson's, The company at Dunbarton, Besides going to Scotland Major General Lambert's, Commis:Gen: Whaley's, Part of Sir William Constable's. 4. His Highness the Lord Protector hath entertained divers Gentlemen Ushers; there is a Court forming (for the honour of this Commonwealth) Mr. Long and Mr. Sadler are Masters of Requests, and Mr. Hatter (sometimes beonging to the Lord Fairfax) is Secretary unto them. The Lord Protector's Mother is a virtuous Lady, but sick of late. His Highness and his Council do now sit in Whitehall, where the late King's Council in his prosperity did sit.

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From Tuesday, March 21. to Tuesday, March 28. 1653 The Dutch Ambassadors had this day Audience, they were attended by Sir Oliver Fleming, Master of the Ceremonies, Major Gen: Lambert waited on them betwixt his Highness's person, and the Park-gate; In the evening about five of the clock the Commissioners with the Secretary of State, and the Clerk of the Council, were carried in the Lord Protector's Coach to the Dutch Ambassadors, who met them at the gate, and with great courtesy saluted them. The Conference presently began in a chamber for that purpose prepared in Sir John Trever's house, where the Ambassadors now lodge; they treated until very late at night. There have been great pains on both sides, to put things in all forwardness; the summing up the accounts due from Denmark, hath taken some time. Letter from France make mention, that there is an Ambassador coming over to treat for a Peace with England, which is effected, there must be permission in France for the Protestant Religion. You are to understand that Thomas Allen Alderman, Thomas West, Richard Bury, George Langham Esquires, and George Foxcraft Merchant, are constituted Commissioners, and Governors of the Excises; and Sir William Roberts, John Stone, Henry Elsing, Jervas Bennet, Adam Bains, and John Poch, or any three of them are authorized to receive all appeals. Our Fleet is gone from hence, a great Fleet for London, and other parts that way; they had a good Convoy; there were a few small ships, more should have gone with them from Sunderland, but got not out soon enough, they lost a tide or two; and there was such a strong and seasonable wind, that the Fleet thought it not discretion to stay, when they had so fair opportunity; yet there were 10 ships that got out on Monday last from Sunderland, and though they had no convoy with them, yet they thought they might venture between Newcastle, and the Fleet there so lately put out before, and accordingly they put out to follow the Fleet; but were presently set upon by the Capers, and choosing rather than to be taken, they were forced to run their ten ships all aground; but the Capers pursued them, and after the men were got out, the Capers got off five of them, and the other five are lost; so that within about a fortnight's time we have lost 22 Coal ships. His Highness being not very well, takes the morning air often, he lies again at the Cockpit. A Declaration of his Highness the Ld: Protector, Inviting the People of England and Wales, to a Day of Solemn Fasting, and Humiliation. The common and notorious sins so boldly and impenitently practised amongst us, notwithstanding all our Deliverances and Mercies, together with the present Rod of an Exceeding and Unusual Drought, which hath lain upon us some years, and still continues, and increasing upon us, threatening Famine and Mortality, are no less than the voice of God, calling aloud in our ears to Fasting, and Mourning, and great Abasement of soul before him. And although the General End and Intendment of inviting to a Day of Fast, be, that all of every Condition and Quality whatever, do try and examine their heart and way more especially, according to their own Light, and in the use of such Helps and Means as the Lord in his Providence shall afford to each one, before and upon the said day of Meeting; yet finding some thoughts set seriously upon our Heart, We judged it not amiss to recommend the same to Christian consideration, not to impose them upon any, or to confine any within the compass thereof; but leaving every man free to the Grace of God, and to the work of his Spirit, who worketh all things in the hearts of the Sons of Men, according to the Counsel, and Good pleasure of His own Will. It cannot be denied but that God hath vouchsafed to appear very much in working the Deliverance of the Nation from their bondage and thraldom, both spiritual and Civil, and procuring for them a just Liberty by his own People. Do we now walk worthy of our high Calling in humbleness and lowliness of mind, holding forth the Virtues of Christ in time of Peace, which was our strength, by the efficacy of which all our great things were accomplished in time of War. Have we a heart prepared as willingly to communicate the said Just Freedom and Liberty to one another, as we were industrious to get it? Do we thankfully acknowledge our mercy in the Liberty of Worshipping God in Holiness and Righteousness without fear, being delivered out of the hands of our Enemies? Is Brotherly Love, and a Healing Spirit of that force and value amongst us that it ought? Do we own one another more for the grace of God, and for the spiritual Regeneration, and for the Image of Christ in each other, or for our agreement with each other in this or that form, or opinion? Do we first search for the Kingdom of Christ with in us, before we seek one without us? Or do we listen to them that say concerning the coming of Christ Lo here, and lo there? Do we not more contend for Saints having Rule in the world, than over their own hearts? Are there not too many amongst us that cry up the Spirit, with a neglect of Love, Joy, Peace, Meekness, Patience, Goodness, Temperance, Long-suffering, Forbearance, Brotherly kindness, Charity, which are the fruit of the Spirit? How do we carry ourselves not only to the Churches of God, and the Saints, but towards them that are without? Do not some of us affirm ourselves to be the only true Ministry, and true Churches of Christ, and only to have the Ordinances in purity, excluding our Brethren, though of equal gifts, & having as large a seal of their Ministry, &c. There is come into the River a great Fleet of Coals from Newcastle, the News is confirmed that we have lost twelve ships laden with Coals, six were taken by the Capers, and six devoured by the Sea, having run themselves on the Sands, to run from the Dutch. From Scotland they write that Middleton hath sent for the Ld: Ree to come and join with him, and hath given him express command to raise all the people within his territories to come and join with them; they have had two or three Rendezvous lately in the Highlands, and talk of great numbers of Horse and Foot to come out of the Hills; and they are carried aloft with great expectations of store of aid coming from Holland: thus are the poor people ensnared, and drawn to destroy themselves, a little to trouble us. They talk of a certainty that the titular Duke of York will be there this Summer, and say that the Emperor hath raised one hundred and sixty thousand Dollars, to raise 30 Regiments for the Scotch Kings; nay they report further, that the titular King of Scots is to marry the daughter of the Duke of Lorrain, with whom he is to have 4 Millions; but the Letters from Flanders say that this Lady hath lately lost two Millions in Jewels, and that her Father is now looked upon as a lost Prince, and in the mean time the K: of Scots is tied by the leg at Paris for want of money to carry him thence for want of payment of the stipend promised. The last week the K: of France was in person in Parliament at the pronouncing sentence of death against the Pr: of Conde. That State seems to covet very much a Peace with England. An Ordinance for Continuation of an Act of Parliament, intituled, An Act for the Continuation of the Customs until 26 March in the year 1653. Be it ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, with the advice and consent of his Council, That one Act of Parliament, entitled, An Act for Continuation of the Customs until the 26 of March in the year 1653. and all the Powers and Clauses therein contained, be, and are hereby continued, and shall, and do stand in full force, until the 26 day of March, in the year of our Lord, 1658. And be it further, that the Commissioners of the Customs shall not hereafter make payment of half Subsidy for any goods at any time exported, which have been, or hereafter shall be sold unto, or in the possession of any Shopkeeper, or retailer of the said commodity, or any such goods where the property, form, or nature of the commodity once imported, is in any wise altered, mingled, amended or confounded. And be it hereby further Ordained, That the Commissioners of the Customs for the time being, shall have, and receive upon every 20 shillings coming clear unto the Commonwealth upon their account such salary of Poundage, as is, or shall be agreed upon by the Committee for Regulating the Customs, or any thereunto authorized by his His Highness and his Council. Our Fleet is in a gallant equipage, the Soldiers are all shipped; they seem to promise a relief for Christians, from Turkish slavery, if they make not too long a stay at Legorn. The Council have made a Dispatch of an Ordinance for mending the Highways where need is. It is advertised from Scotland, that the Highlanders are very active, they report that the Lord Wilmot is to come with a great supply from the Emperor, at what time they say their titular King is expected in Scotland again, to be head their Army, or if things there are not secure enough for him, he will send the Duke of York some say that they will both be there, but this we leave to time to confirm. Major Holms hearing where a straggling party of the enemy were, sent out a party, and took a Cornet, and four others, and 11 Horse. Prince Rupert coming from St: Germans, and being affronted with some Gentlemen belonging to the Marquis of Da Plessis, one of his Retinue shot a Gentleman belonging to the said Marquis, and Prince Rupert to secure himself, did shoot another of them into the belly. According to Order, the Fast this Day was solemnly kept in the Cities of London, and Westminster, and it is observed, that it was the first Fast that for these many years hath been commanded on a Fast day set apart to that holy use, by the reverend Authority of the Church, no doubt therefore but the Congregations were more full than ordinary, and that the unanimity of our devotion will be answered with some sudden blessing. There preached before the Protector, and his Council at Whitehall Mr: Strong, Mr: Cradock, and one Mr: Lockier, that is his Chaplain. An Ordinance is published for continuing the Act for laying Impositions upon Coals, towards the building and maintaining of ships for the guarding of the Seas, which is to continue in force one year. An Ordinance for continuing the Act for Impressing of Seamen, and Mariners, which in to be in force seven months and seven days. An Ordnance is also passed for Guardians for Idiots and Lunatics. The Act is published for appointing Commissioners for approbation of public Preachers, that shall be presented to them, and for the removal of all such who since the 1. of April last being placed in Benefices shall be found to be defective in knowledge and conversation. All things are quiet in Ireland, Men are only wanting for the plantation of the Countries made desolate by War. There are a small party of the Tories still remaining, but they dare not stand to any Engagement, but on the first approaches of our men do run into the wood for their protection. Our Fleet who distribute themselves into several squadrons, the better to scour and secure our Seas, have taken another Brest-man of War, and a Dutch Merchant bound for Rotterdam laden with considerable goods. We fasted on Friday last, and besought the Almighty for the former and the latter rain. It hath pleased God this morning to send us some showers, and the thick clouds do promise more. Monsieur de Neufueille the French Ambassador attended with several Coaches was this day brought in his Excellency's own Coach through the City to Sir Abraham Williams's house at Westminster. On tomorrow he is to have Audience of his Highness. I had almost forgot to inform you, that the Dutch Packet of Letters going to Dover, was broken up not far from Saint George his Church in Southerwark; it is said that it was done by thieves, who breaking open all the Letters, did throw them on the ground, and turned the man back again. Letters from France represent, that the titular King of Scotland is very sorry to understand the taking of Capt: Beach by the Warwick Frigate, which being noised over all the Palace in the morning, was contradicted at noon, but confirmed again in the evening; the taking of this Admiral hath possessed the rest with so great a fear, that the Letters say, they are afraid to venture any more in the Narrow, but are all going to Toulon, in the service of the King of France. The killing of one of the Marquis of Plessis's men, and the wounding of another by Pr: Rupert, one of his Gentlemen is so ill resented, that an Order was coming forth for the banishment of the said Prince from the Court, and Kingdom of France, which is since demurred upon; this makes little for the affairs of the titular King of Scotland, whose condition was there low enough before. We have taken this week (say the Letters from Scotland) divers who were going to assist the Highlanders, whose Army is marched more Northwards than it was; there is a Report that the titular Scots King was to Marry the Daughter of Lorraign, and that the Qu: of Sweden is to marry the Son of the Emperor of Germany; this is all I can learn for this week. That which this week is most remarkable, is: ☞ The magnificent Entertainment of the French Ambassador; and the proceedings of the Treaty with the Dutch, and the reason of the long Debate with them Some French, and Dutch Prizes taken by the English. The great boasts of the Highlanders of a formidable Army coming from Germany, and their titular King to head them. The Report of his Marriage with the Daughter of Lorrain; and the Qu. Of Sweden with the Emperor. The Order for the banishment of Prince Rupert from the Court, and Kingdom of France, and the reason of it.

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From Monday, March. 20. to Monday, March 27. 1654. This Day his Highness the Lord Protector passed a Declaration inviting the People of England, and Wales to a day of and Humiliation, and showing the grounds thereof, as followeth. The common and notorious sins so boldly and impenitently practised amongst us, notwithstanding all our Deliverances and Morays, together with the present rod of an exceeding and universal Drought, which hath lain upon us for some years, and still continues and increaseth upon us, threatening and Moruditu, are no less than the voice of God calling aloud in our Ears to Fasting, and Mourning, and great Abasement of soul before him. And although the General end and intendment of inviting to a Day of Fast be that all of every condition and quality whatever, do try and examine their heart and way more especially, according to their own light, and in the use of such helps and means as the Lord in his Providence shall afford to each one, before and upon the said day of meeting. Yet finding some thoughts set seriously upon our heart, we judged it not amiss to recommend the same to Christian consideration, not to impose them upon any, or to confine any within the compass thereof but leaving every Man free to the grace of God, and to the work of his Spirit who worketh all things in the Hearts of the Sons of Men, according to the Counsel and Good pleasure of his own will. It cannot be denied, but that God hath vouchsafed to appear very much in working the deliverance of the Nation from that bondage and thraldom, both spiritual and evil, and procuring for them a just liberty by his own People. Do we now walk worthy of but high easing in humbleness and lowliness of mind, holding forth the Virtues of Christ in the time of Peace, who was our strength, by the efficacy of which all our great things were accomplished in time of war. Have we a heart prepared as willingly to communicate the said just freedom and liberty to one another, as we were industrious to get it. Do we thankfully acknowledge our mercy in the liberty of worshipping God in holiness and righteousness without fear, being delivered out of the hands of our Enemies? Is brotherly love, and a healing spirit of that force and value amongst us that it ought? Do we own one another more for the grace of God, and for the spirit of Regeneration, and for the image of Christ in each other, or for our agreement with each other in this or that form, or opinion. Do we first search for the Kingdom of Christ within us, before we search one without us: Or do we listen to them that say concerning the coming of Christ, Lo here, and lo there? Do we not more contend for Saints having rule in the world, than over their own hearts? Are there not too many amongst us that cry up the Spirit, with a neglect of Love, Joy, Peace, Meekness, Patience, Goodness, Temperance, Long-suffering, Forbearance, Brotherly-Kindness, Charity, which are the fruits of the Spirit? How do we carry ourselves not only to the Churches of God, and the Saints, but towards them that are without? Do not some of us affirm ourselves to be the only true Ministry, and true Churches of Christ, and only to have the Ordinances in purity, excluding our Brethren, though of equal gifts, and having as large a Seal of their Ministry, and desiring with as much fervour and seal to enjoy the Ordinances in their utmost purity. Do we to sympathy, Self-denial, Mercy to the Poor, brightness and Justice - or we not herein put to shame, by those we easily call Anti-Christian or Carnal? Hath one that we judge to be without, equal Justice with one we call a Brother. Do we contend for the Faith once deliver unto the Saints, as the faith ought to be contended for, with Love, Patience, Tenderness, Zeal, by persuasion ? Or rather imposingly, proudly, carnally, provokingly, sensually, thereby prejudicing the Truth, and, whilst we are calling aloud for the propagating of the Gospel, do we not put stumbling blocks in the way of the same, and too much endanger to make good the slander of the world in charging Profession with Faction. For want of Circumspection and car herein, and a due regard to sincerity and uprightness, have not many apostatised, running after Fancies and Notions, listening to filthy Dreams, worshipping of Angels, and been carried by their impulsions; and instead of contending for the faith, and holding the form of sound words committed against Magistracy, against Ministry, against Scriptures, and against Ordinances, too much verifying the prophesies of Peter and Jude, viz. 2. Pet. 2. chap. 1, 2, 3, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15. Jude, 4, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 19. And notwithstanding all these evils; and worse, are upon, and in the midst of us, like grey hairs, here and there, and we know it not, our Pride testifying to our face, Hosea 7, 9, 10. and we not return to the Lord our God, nor seek him for all this, but these things are contended for, and justified under the notion of Liberty, it being too commonly said, that the Magistrate hath nothing to do either in repressing or dying these things, We do hereby appeal to the hearts and consciences of all fearing the Lord, whether there be not as great cause as ever to lay our mouths in the dust, and to abhor ourselves before the Lord, forbear abominations, whereby the eyes of his jealousy are provoked, and to seek pardon and remedy from himself of those things. Add to these, The resistance, hatred, and neglect of the Gospel,, by the generality of men, the contempt and done the sincere Professors of it, even for the image of Christ in them (although they have been instruments of many mercies, and of obtaining a just freedom for the Nation) The wickedness, oaths, drunkenness, revellings, and all manner of licentiousness; for which things sake, the Scriptures have said, that the wrath of God shall undoubtedly overtake the children of disobedience. And lastly, the impunity of these things, through the neglect of the Magistracy throughout the Nation, and then judge whether there be not cause, that we be called upon, and do call upon each other seriously, to lay all these things to heart, being greatly abased before the Lord for them. Upon the serious consideration of these things, We judge it not only warrantable, but a duty, to call upon you, and ourselves , to set apart time to humble our souls before the Lord, to cry unto him for broken and penitent hearts, and that he would turn away his wrath, and be reconciled to us; for the Lord he is merciful, gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin, and will by no means clear the guilty, who are only such as go on in their hardened and impenitent hearts, refusing the grace offered by Jesus Christ. It is therefore hereby declared, That We, and our Council, do purpose (by the grace of God) to set apart Friday next, being the 24 of this present March, for a day of Humiliation. And it is hereby Ordered, that timely notice be given to the cities of London and Westminster, who (together with the out Parishes) we doubt not, will willingly keep the same day. And that like notice be given throughout England and Wales, to have their several meetings upon the same day Fortnight. And that Copies hereof be printed and published, to be sent to the several parts of the Nation, to invite them unto the performance of this Duty: Given at Whitehall, this 20 of March, 1653. Newcastle, 16 March. Our fleet is gone from hence, a great fleet for London, and other parts that way, they had a good convoy. There were a few small ships, more should have gone with them from Sunderland, but got not out soon enough, they lost a tide of two, and there was such a strong and seasonable wind, that the fleet thought it not discretion to stay, when they had so fair opportunity; yet there were ten ships that got out on Monday last from Sunderland, and though they had no Convoy with them, yet they thought they might venture between Newcastle and the Fleet there so lately put out before, and accordingly they put out to follow the Fleet; but were presently set upon by the Capers, and choosing rather than to be taken, they were forced to run their 10 ships all a ground; but the Capers pursued them, and after the Men were got out, the Capers got off five of them, and the other five are lost, so that within about a Fortnight's time, we have lost 22 Coal ships. This day was published an Ordinance for the continuance if the Excise for one year from March 1654. by which His Highness the Lord Protector, with the advice and consent of his Council, doth ordain, that from and after the five and twentieth day of this present March, the several Rates and Charges hereafter set down, and every of them and none other, in the right of the Duty of Excise, shall be set, laid, and imposed, and are hereby laid, set, and imposed, to be had, levied, and demanded, collected, received, recovered, and paid, in and through England and Wales, and Town and Port of Barwick, upon all and every the Commodities, Merchandizes, and Manufactures, Native and Foreign, in manner following, that is to say, For every Barrel of Beer or Ale of above six shillings the Barrel brewed by the Common Brewer or any other who sell Beer or Ale, to pay 2 s. For every Barrel of six shilling Beer or Ale, or above four shilling the Barrel, brewed by the Common Brewer, or any other who sell Beer or Ale to pay 6d. And so proportionally for a greater or lesser quantity of Beer or Ale above four shillings the Barrel. And no allowance to be made from henceforth for any Beer or Ale to be used in Fishing Vessels at Sea, which is bought of the Common Brewer of Retailers of Beer or Ale. Allum English, the hundred weight, containing one hundred and twelve pounds, to be paid by the Maker . Coperas English, the hundred weight to be paid by the Maker, 4d. Hops English, the hundred weight, to be paid by the Planter 2 s. Saffron English, for every twenty shillings value, to be paid by the Planter, 1s. Tin, for every twenty shillings value, to be paid by the buyer 2s. Iron English, for every hundred weight, to be paid by the Maker 1s. 6d. For all the Aqua vit or Strong water, made or distilled within the Commonwealth, whether of Foreign or Domestic Spirits or Materials, to be sold, upon every Gallon, to be paid by the first Maker or Seller thereof respectively, 2d. For every Barrel of Soap made within this Commonwealth of what sort soever, to be paid by the Maker, and so proportionally for hard Soap or soft Soap made within the Land, 4s. For every Ounce Troy of Silver or Gold, prepared, melted down, or disgrossed for Wyer, to be paid at the Bar where the same shall be disgrossed, 2d. For every pound weight of any Copper, or other Metal, that shall be prepared, made fit, or disgrossed, to be paid at the Bar where the same shall be disgrossed 1s. For all Linseed Oil, Whale Oil, Blubber Oil, Rape Oil, Pilchard Oil, and all other Oils made within this Commonwealth, upon every Ton, to be paid by the Maker, 6.s. per Ton. For every Fother of Lead, containing two thousand pound weight, at one hundred and twelve pounds to the hundred, to be paid by the Maker or Smelter, 6s 8d. For all Salt, made, or to be made within England, or Wales, or Town of Berwick, which is or shall be shipped or conveyed by water, to be paid by the first buyer thereof upon the first delivering upon every Gallon, a half penny. For all other Salt, made, or to be made within England, or Wales, or Town of Berwick, which is or shall be shipped or conveyed by water, to be paid by the first buyer thereof upon the first delivering upon every Gallon, a half penny. Upon all Salt upon Salt, that is made of Salt within England, Wales, or Town of Berwick, to be paid by the Maker thereof, upon every Gallon a Farthing. For all Cider and Perry, made, and sold by way of Retail, whether it be by the first Maker, or any Buyer or Receiver thereof, from the First Maker upon every Hogshead, and so for a greater and lesser measure proportionally, 2s. 6d. For all Metheglin or Mead, and such like Drinks sold out by Retail, to be paid by the Retailer, upon every Gallon, and so provato, 1d. For all Starch, upon every twenty shillings value thereof, to be paid by the first maker, 1s. For all sorts of Glass or Glasses, upon every twenty shillings value thereof, to be paid by the Maker, 1s. Thus far of the Rates of all Inland Commodities, which we conceived was so general for all persons to take notice of; for the Rates of all Foreign Commodities, more particular to Merchants, see the Act at large printed. Edinburgh, March 14. Since Middleton's landing, the Enemy are very active in all parts, and will leave no stone unturned. There hath been a conjunction of Sir Arthur Forbs, Sir Mungo Murray, Mr. Gregor, and Mr. Naughton lately, and their general Rendezvous was to be the 14. instant at Rothemacchos, or Abernathy. Glengary hath obtained a man out of every Plough in Strathtick, and is to have horse and money according to former Levies, and requires the like from Strathspey, Straddowne, Glenrennos, Bellevine, Murrayland, and of the Frazers in Stranglas, and if they fail to send in their proportions according to the several Warrants, they must expect fire and sword. Glencarne with his men are in Badgenoth, from whom a Servant of one Lieut. Col. Smith with his Master's horse ran into our Garrison at Ruthven Castle. They report that the Lord Wilmot is to come with a great supply from the Emperor. There came with Middleton sixty and odd Officers, the least a Captain, and amongst the rest (besides those I formerly hinted to you) Col. Henderson, Monroe, and others of them had very cold entertainment in Southerland. The Earl of Athol and Sir Arthur Forbs had a Rendezvous on Wednesday last of about 300 horse, and 230 foot, they have placed a Garrison in a little house upon Lough Tay, where they intend to have a store of provisions of about 1500 Boles of victual, and to send such of the Commissioners and Heritors thither as refuse to send in their Levies. In Saturday last Major Holmes at Binlithgow having notice of a party of the Enemy in the Country, sent out a Quartermaster of Col. Okey's Regiment with a party, who took a Cornet and four others of the Enemy, and 11 Horse. Several Conferences have been this Week by the Commissioners of the Council to the Lord Protector, and the Dutch Ambassadors in order to the dispatch of that business which a few more days (no doubt) will bring to perfect end. From the Hague, March 20. There can be nothing else gathered out of the Letters come lately from England, but that our Ambassadors have been received there with great magnificence, and that we are like to hear by the next post of a full conclusion of the Peace, Some do say that the Ratification thereof shall be delivered of both sides within few weeks. The news concerning the Affairs in Scotland are very various here amongst us. The Duke of Lorrain seems lost to the world; and indeed the Spaniards use to strike home when eminent strangers fall into their clutches; the poor Duke pressing for the liberty of the Citadel walls, upon denial, grew into such a rage, that he broke all the glass-windows about his Chamber, which breaches have been repaired since by immuring up the walls on all sides, only a small hole out of reach, being left to let in some light; 'tis said his design was to join with the Troops under, Monsieur Fabert, and so by the assistance of France to make himself Duke of Brabant, which he was to receive in homage from the French, and in exchange for his Country; they have in the mean time confiscated all they could lay their hands on, seized upon his Jewels which were found with his Wife, and Daughter, the last being possessed of one to the value of two millions. It is reported, that a Marriage was concluded upon betwixt the Scotch King and his Daughter, who was immediately to receive four millions with her, and all the assistance possible for his restoration. Paris, the 25 March, stilo novo. The Duke of Mercoeur is still very busy in furthering the great preparations which are to be made at Touland or the great design intended against Naples, as the report goeth, although others will have it for the receiving of Rosa, and other places in Catalonia and Rousillon, The Duke de Guise who is said to be chosen Commander for that design, hath got together great sums of Money having borrowed divers sums from several Men in this City; The States of Languedoc having promised a great sum of money to his Majesty, there hath now orders issued out for the payment thereof within the several hundreds of that Province, some of those forces which were of late in Rousillon not being able to subsist there any longer, have been sent about Narbonne to quarter. There is of late but little news come from Bordeaux, only that they are still very discontented at the death of one of their Commissioners mentioned some weeks since having made a deep impression in the hearts and affections of many: They complain much of the dearth of all manner of provisions, and withal of the want of Trade. The Marques de Estissa doth still continue to be Governor of Rochel, and doth keep all things there in peace and quietness. There hath been this week an encounter between Prince Rupert and some of our Gentry who were worsted by the first, leaving one dead and another mortally wounded on the place. The prince of Conti is to be Commander in chief of all the Forces in Catalonia, and to that end is now raising four Regiments of Horse and Foot, who are to be ready by the middle of May at the furthest, upon Saturday next the King is to go to the Parliament there to have the Declaration against the Prince of Condi, who shall be declared guilty of high Treason, with all his adherents, and his Estate forfeited to the King, with many other particulars therein contained. This day was published the Ordinance appointing the Commissioners for approbation of Public Preachers, and is to this effect. Whereas for some time past hitherto there hath not been any certain course established for the supplying vacant places with able and fit persons to preach the Gospel, by reason whereof not only the rights and Titles of Patrons are prejudiced, but many weak scandalous, popish, and ill-affected Persons have intruded themselves, or been brought in, to the great grief and trouble of the People of this Nation; for remedy and prevention whereof, It is ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the consent of his Council that every Person, who shall from and after the five and twentieth day of March instant be presented, nominated, chosen, or appointed to any Benefice (formerly called Benefice with care of Souls) or to preach any public settled Lecture in England or Wales, shall, before he be admitted into any such benefice, or Lecture be judged and approved, by the Persons hereafter named, to be a Person for the Grace of God in him, his holy and unblameable conversation, as also for his knowledge and utterance, able and fit to preach the Gospel; and that after the said five and twentieth day of March, no Person, but such as shall upon such approbation be admitted by the said persons, shall take any public Lecture, having a constant stipend legally annexed and belonging thereunto, or take or receive any such benefice as aforesaid, or the profits thereof; And be it further ordained, That Francis Rous, Esq; Dr. Thomas Goodwin, Dr. John Owen, Mr. Thankful Owen, Dr. Arrowsmith, Dr. Tuckney, Dr. Horton, Mr Joseph Cary, Mr. Philip Ny, Mr. William Carter, Mr. Sinrach Simpson, Mr. William Greenhill, Mr. William Strong, Mr. Thomas Manion, Mr. Samuel Slater, Mr. William Cooper, Mr. Stephen Marshal, Mr. John Tombes, Mr. Walter Cradock, Mr. Samuel Faircloth, Mr. Hugh Peters, Mr. Peter Aterry, Mr. Samuel Bamford, Mr. Thomas Valentine of Chaford, Mr. Henry Jessee, Mr. Obadiah Sedgwick, Mr. Nicholas Luckier, Mr. Daniel Dyke, Mr. James Russell, Mr. Nathanael Campfield, Robert Tichborn, Aldermen of London, Mark Hildesly, Thomas Wood, John Sadler, William Goff, Thomas St. Nicholas, William Packer, and Edward Cresset, Esquires, be, constituted and appointed Commissioners for such approbation and admission as is abovesaid, and the said Commissioners, or any five or more of them, met together in some certain place in the City of London or Westminster, as his Highness shall appoint, are authorized to judge and take knowledge of the ability and fitness of any Person so presented, and to grant admission to such Benefice or Lecture by an Instrument in writing under a Common Seal to be appointed by his Highness. Provided always, That no person who shall tender himself, or be tendered, for approbation as aforesaid, shall be concluded by any Vote of the said Commissioners which shall pass in the Negative as to his approbation, unless nine or more of the said Commissioners be present at such Vote. And it is further Ordained; That all Patrons of any Benefices that are now void, shall within six Months next after the five and twentieth of this instant March, and of any Benefice that shall hereafter be void within six Months next after the avoidance of the same, Present unto the said Commissioners, or any five of them, some fit person to be admitted, and for default of such Presentation within that time, the Presentation for that turn shall devolve by lapse unto the Lord Protector and his Successors. Provided always, That in case the Patron be disturbed to Present unto such Benefice, and thereupon within six months after the avoidance of such Benefice a Suit be commenced for the Recovery of such Presentation, and notice thereof in writing left with the said Commissioners, or any five of them, or the Register, that then such notice shall be as effectual to prevent the lapse, as where the suit was heretofore commenced against the Bishop or Ordinary. And it is further Ordained, That during the vacancy of such place by reason of such Suit, the said Commissioners, or any five or more of them, have hereby authority to sequester the fruits and profits thereof for supplying of the place with an able Preacher, by the said Commissioners, or any five or more of them, to be nominated and approved of as aforesaid. And forasmuch as many persons since the first day of April last past, have been placed in such Benefices, and public Lectures, It is hereby Ordained, That in case such person shall not before the four and twentieth day of June next, obtain approbation and admittance in the manner before expressed, Then such person or persons as have right thereunto shall or may Present or nominate some other fit and able person to such place. And in default of such Presentation within two months after the said four and twentieth day of June, or within six months after the place became void, the Presentation for that turn shall likewise devolve by lapse unto the Lord Protector and his Successors. And for the better satisfaction of the said Commissioners touching the godly and unblameable conversation of such persons as are to be admitted, into any place as aforesaid. It is further declared and ordained, that before any admittance of any person as aforesaid, there shall be brought to the said Commissioners, or any five of them, a Testimonial or Certificate in writing subscribed with the hands of three persons of known godliness and integrity, whereof one at least to be a Preacher of the Gospel in some constant settled place; Testifying upon their personal knowledge, the holy and good conversation of the person to be admitted: which said Certificate shall be duly Registered and filed. And it is also Declared, That the penalty for or respect of the not subscribing or reading the Articles mentioned in the Act of the 13th year of Queen Elizabeth, Intituled, Reformation of Disorders in the Ministers of the Church: or for not producing such Testimonial as in the said Act is required, shall from henceforth cease, and be void. And whereas for the better maintenance of preaching Ministers, several Augmentations by Authority of Parliament have been heretofore granted, Be it further Ordained, That all person or persons, who claim, or shall hereafter claim the benefit of such Augmentation, shall before he or they receive the same, obtain the approbation of the said Commissioners, or five of them, as a person qualified, as is before mentioned. Paris the 28 of March, 1654. The Archbishop of this City is lately deceased, and thereupon are new controversies raised, in regard that the Cardinal de Retz who is his Nephew, a Coadjutor, and thereupon hath a Reversion, with the City of Paris, who seem to pretend a title in the choosing of a new Peer, and upon that account it's like to the same dispute at Court, in regard it's a place both of honour and profit. The Ambassador lately returned from Rome, have not given any other Account, but that finding business thwart him too much, and that he was something slighted at Court, therefore he thought most safe to come home: According to the late Edict made and published by the King's Command against Duels, there have been some who have incurred that censure, their Bodies being executed in Effigies, and other penalties inflicted by the Law. The Prince of Conde hath been some time at Brussels, and now hath been at the town of Louuain, and now intends to set his Army in a posture ready to take the field with the first opportunity. The Court is not yet gone to Fontainebleau, and that upon some eminent occasions, for there remaineth the prosecution of the Declaration against the Prince of Conde which is to be passed today. The Prince of Conti doth go on in his new Levies, there being not any more monies wanting, and by the next June we are promised to see very strange effects between the two Nations of France and Spain, some will have it all fire and sword, and others will have it upon accommodation by way of marriage, which shall be known shortly: The Earl of Harcourt will not yet submit to the Court although there are strong persuasions to draw him thereunto: The taking of several places near Brisack hath made him to stand the more upon his guard, and to try once for all whether he can make an honourable accommodation. There is order given for the sitting of some ships at Brest, and other places in these Seas, which as it is said are to go and join with those that are to be made ready in Toulon. Friday was kept (according to the former Declaration) a very solemn Fast throughout London, Westminster, and the liberties adjacent, there prayed and preached before the Lord Protector and his Council at Whitehall, Mr. Lockier, Mr. Strong, and Mr. Cradock. An Ordinance was published for continuing the Act for laying an imposition upon Coals towards the building and maintaining ships for the guarding the Seas to be in force until the 26 of March 1655. An Ordinance for passing Custodies for Idiots and Lunatics, &c. Also an Ordinance for continuing the Act of impressing of Seamen to be of force until the first of Nov. 1654. From Milford Haven the 13 of March there is arrived this week from Ireland three Vessels laden with Irish Commodities, and brought over some few passengers; they say little for news from thence, only that the Country in many parts wants People to till and manure the ground, that the Tories, and others of that bloody crew are very near all suppressed, there being only very small parties remaining on foot but dare not to stand to any engagement with such parties of ours as are sent for to destroy them, and so clear the Country from them, upon the least report that they hear of our men approaching they presently run into the Woods and Bogs where there is little or no access to them, we have not been much troubled of late with any Picaroons, one only was seen the beginning of this Week to the Westward of the Isle of Lundy, but upon the report made him by a Fisherboat, that one of our Frigates appointed to keep these Seas was in pursuit, he immediately went away, and left this Channel, sailing towards the Lands end, he hath about 6 Guns and 60 men being a Dutch Vessel, but a singular good Sailor. From Scarborough, March 20. Since that the fleet of Colliers bound for the Southward hath passed by, there hath not sailed this way many ships, save only a few bound for Newcastle, Berwick, and the Frith in Scotland, two days since two Dutch Freebooters were seen about Fylie Bay, and seeing nothing to prey upon, they went about Flamborough into the Bay, as near Bridlington as they durst: but seeing nothing ready to be snapped up, they sailed into the Sea, and were seen this Evening hovering about the mouth of Humber. Leith March 18. There is no Account yet come of the Highlander's great Rendezvous, which was to be about Wednesday last in Badgenoth, in order to which all their forces are drawn Northwards, where they will arm those that want, and endeavour to raise Sutherland, Caithness and Ross, and so drain the Country of all the sensible Men they can get together, though I suppose when that is done they will not be able to keep them, without coming into the Lowlands, which if they once become more numerous they will attempt. By another Letter further thus, Seaforth hath raised his number to 700. and the last general rendezvous of them all they spake themselves to be 7000 armed, but have no moneys, only are fed with hopes of great sums to come out of Germany, and that the Titular Duke of York is to bring from thence an additional supply of men under his Conduct, and upon this depends the great expectation of Charles Stuart's arrival amongst them. In the interim they march towards our Borders, forcing their Levies throughout their march. Saturday morning about three of the clock the Mail with the Dutch letters going from Southwark towards Dover, was seized and broke open by Thieves within a mile of St. George's Church, which they did as supposed upon hopes to find money, but finding none, broke open all the Letters that were in packets, and throwed them upon the ground and turned the man back again. The Dutch Ambassadors being removed from Sir Abraham Williams his House in the Palace yard Westminster to Sir John Trevors his house in Channel Row, which they have taken to reside in during the perfecting of the Peace, and their stay here, whereof a good account ('tis believed) will be given shortly. On Monday Monsieur Burdeaux Neusville, Ambassador from the King of France is to be brought in state of an Ambassador in Coaches throughout the City to Westminster, to Sir Abraham Williams his House, and to have audience of his Highness the Lord Protector the day following. About the 12th of this instant, there was lost, strayed or stolen park; near Youghall in Surrey, a little Bay Mare, about doth amble, trot, and gallop, with a blackish Mane and a Blackish flash which reacheth down near the bocks, if it be not cut since she was lost. And she hath a few white hairs in the forehead, mingled in the place of a Scar amongst other parts, she is pretty round, straight & clean limbed. If any one Owner may have her again, and bring or send word to Mr. Thomas Lenner, Stationer at the Royal Exchange in London, he shall have twenty shillings for his pains. A bright bay pacing Mare with a small star, black mane, and black tail, locks somewhat short, great with foal, with an old sore upon the withers, healed up, but no hair upon it, a little hip shotten, but hardly to be discerned. 14 handful high and 8 years old. She was lost from Hampton Court near Leompster in Herefordshire, about the end of December last, whosoever shall give notice of her to the owner abovesaid, or to Mr. Lewes at the white Hart in St. Johns street shall have twenty sh. for his pains. This is licensed and entered according to Order.

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We have had a French wine prizes brought in by the Non-such and Assistance Frigates, last week. They belonged to the Dutch, who forsook their ships and fled ashore in their Boats, but left a Match and Train to blow up our men, which was near the Act. Only, one Match did burn, which was spied and valiantly repulsed by ours. From Dalkeith December 16. The broken people under Glencarn and Kenmore, are now gone towards the North by the Bray of Mar, Report speaks them 5000 Horse and Foot, and by a joint concurrence of Intelligence they cannot be less than 3000. As soon as the Marq. Of Huntley was dead, divers of his Followers went to the Hills, and being met by 8 Troopers of Col. Tomlinson's Regiment, who questioned them for Riding with Arms; they pleaded they were allowed them by the capitulation, but at last fell to blows, in which one of them and two of ours were slain, and at last a party of the Enemy came up and overpowered our men, took 4 more, and the other 2 narrowly escaping. Whether they intend for Aberdeen, or to lie in Murray land for enlargement of Quarters, is not certain; but our Forces are ready to oppose them with what strength we have in lately taken and imprisoned some Blackford in Perthshire, for denying their Levies, and give out they will proceed in like manner others. The Packet-boat from England is not come this week, which maketh us to surmise that there hath happened some new alteration in the Government amongst you: We discourse here strangely, though we know nothing of it: Only we hear that all your Ports are shut, and that you will not suffer a Boat to go out to bring any news as yet of your transactions. But we hear by a Ketch that is lately arrived, who bringeth news that you have dissolved your new Parliament, and that the Army is divided about it: we expect every hour to hear the certainty thereof. Here is a rumour as if the King of Scots should be passed through this Town Incognito in aCoach of six horses towards Holland. But our last Letters from France mention him to be still at Paris; and therefore this is not to be believed; but here are those that will not be persuaded of the contrary. Here is lately come from London, General Marsin, and goeth hence within this day or two to find out the Prince of Conde, to give an account of his Negotiation in Spain. The said Prince wageth with his Troops a little new War in the Country of Liege to get their Winter-quarters. The Inhabitants having every where put themselves in a posture of defence, and standing on their guard, to maintain their privileges and freedom: So that those of the Prince of Conde's Forces have taken from them by force of arms, the little Town if Fosses, situated between Sambre and the Meuse two Rivers so called in that Country; But not being content with this one place they are marched against the Town of Chastelet, upon the said River Sambre, which without doubt they will be master of in a short time. They have also a design to take Dinant & Chinai, which places are to serve the said Prince of Conde for a Principality, and Rocroy is intended for his capital City: whereof his son the Duke of Anguien is Governor, and the Earl of Bouteville his Lieutenant, having within that place a very strong Garrison of his own Troop, which doth force the Country round about to pay Contribution to him towards their maintenance. According to his Majesty the King of Spain's command, his Highness the Archduke hath caused the Lord Charles de Hovines to be declared Chief and President of the Privy Council, to the great content of some, and discontent of others. This whole Town is filled now with the discourse of the dissolution of the Parliament England, whereupon men spend their judgements, according to their various tempers and disposition of mind. But the ill-willers were not so jocund when they heard of the manner of the dissolution; that it was a voluntary act of their own grounded upon many serious and weighty considerations of the major and more sober part of the members of Parliament, to prevent the ruin of Religion and Liberty, both like to be swallowed up by a licentious party among them. I am confident, had your Ministers been pulled down (as was here expected by all the Doctors) an Act could not have been done in all the world more grateful to the Pope and his Emissaries the Jesuits, throughout Europe: So that by this alteration of yours, the Protestant interest seems raised again from the dead, and we trust will once again find protection in England; upon which Account, the Churches of God do hope, that they may have cause to bless God for your new made Election Here is news come, that the Garrison of Philipsbourg is yielded up to the King's party. It is said likewise, that Befford is surrendered to the Marquis of Uxelles. This will give Count Harcourt occasion to look about him. Advice in arrived here, that some of the Prince of Conde's party have made an inroad into Champagne, where they seized great store of Cattle; and that he himself; having by a vomit rid away his Quartane-Ague, is departed from Rocroy, by way of Namur to Brussels, there to take the Air; but principally, to take away all jealousies from the Spaniards, that they may not suspect of any underhand treaty with the Court of France; of which there hath been some talk of late. On Thursday, Charles Stuart, and his small Court, met the King and Queen at the Jesuits College in St. Anthony's street, whether their Majesties had retired to Even-Service; which was performed with great solemnity, by the music of the King's own Chapel, After their Devotions the King and Queen entertained Charles, with his two brothers, the pretended Dukes of York and Gloucester, at a sumptuous Collation. Their mother is immured at Chaliot, to exercise her devotion there, this Festival, among the Nuns. They are very frolic with the two hundred thousand Crowns that they got of Germany. I. That the Supreme Legislative Authority of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, shall be, and reside in one person, and the People assembled in Parliament; The style of which person shall, Lord PROTECTOR of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland. II. That the exercise of the chief magistracy and administration of the government over the said Countries and dominions, and the people thereof, shall be in the Lord PROTECTOR, assisted with a Council; the number whereof shall not exceed twenty one, nor be less than thirteen. III. That all Writs, Processes, Commissions, Patents, Grants, and other things, which now run in the name and style of the Keepers of the liberty of England by the Authority of Parliament, shall run in the name and style of the Lord PROTECTOR from whom, for the future, shall be derived all Magistracy and Honours in these three Nations; and shall have the power of pardons, (except in case of Murder and Treason) and benefit of all forfeitures for the public use. And shall govern the said Countries and Dominions in all things by the advice of the Council; and according to these presents, and the laws. IV That the Lord PROTECTOR, the Parliament sitting, shall dispose and order the Militia and Forces, both by Sea and Land, for the peace and good of the three Nations, by consent of Parliament; and that the Lord PROTECTOR, with the advice and consent of the major part of the Council, shall dispose and order the Militia for the ends aforesaid in the intervals of Parliament. V. That the Lord Protector by the advice aforesaid shall direct, in all things, concerning the keeping and holding of a good correspondence with foreign Kings, Princes and States; and also with the consent the major part of the Council have the power of war and peace. VI. That the Laws shall not be altered, suspended, abrogated, or repealed, nor any new Law made, nor any Tax, Charge, or Imposition laid upon the people, but by common consent in Parliament, save only as is expressed in the 30 Article. VII. That there shall be a Parliament summoned to meet at Westminster upon the third day of September 1654. and that successively, a Parliament shall be summoned once every third year, to be accounted from the dissolution of the preceding Parliament. VIII. That neither the Parliament to be next summoned, nor any successive Parliaments, shall, during the time of five months, to be accounted from the day of their first meeting, be adjourned, prorogued, or dissolved without their own consent. IX. That as well the next, as all other successive Parliaments, shall be summoned, and elected in manner hereafter expressed; That is to say, the persons chosen in within England, Wales, the Isle of Jersey and Guernsey, and the town of Berwick upon Tweed to sit and serve in Parliament, shall be, and not exceed, the number of 400. The persons to be chosen within Scotland, to sit in Parliament, shall be, and not exceed, the number of 30. And the Persons to be chosen to sit in Parliament for Ireland, shall be, and not exceed the number 30. X. That the Persons to be elected to sit in Parliament from time to time for the several Counties of England, Wales, the Isles of Jersey and Guernsey, and the town of Berwick upon Tweed, and all places within the same respectively, shall be according to the proportion and numbers hereafter expressed. But for these numbers, I will (for want of room) refer you to next week. The distribution of the Persons to be chosen for Scotland, and the several Counties, Cities, and places within the same, shall be according to such proportions and number, as shall be agreed upon, and declared by the Lord Protector and the major part of the Council, before the sending forth of Writs of Summons for the next Parliament, The distribution of the persons to be chosen for Ireland, and the several Counties, Cities, and places within the same, shall be according to such Propositions and number, as shall be agreed upon, and declared by the Lord Protector, and the major part of the Council, before the sending forth Writs of Summons for the next Parliament. XI. That the summons to Parliament shall be writ under the Great Seal of England, directed to the Sheriffs of the several and respective Counties, with such alteration as may suit with the present Government, to be made by the Lord Protector and his Council, which the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the Great Seal, shall seal, issue, and send abroad by Warrant from the Lord Protector. If the Lord Protector shall not give Warrant for issuing of Writs of Summons for the next Parliament, before the first day of June, 1654. or for the Triennial Parliaments before the first day of August in the third year, to be accounted as aforesaid, That then the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the Great Seal for the time being, shall, without any Warrant or direction, within seven days after the said first day of June, 1654. Seal, Issue, and send abroad Writs of Summons (changing therein what is to be changed as aforesaid) to the several and respective Sheriffs of England, Scotland, and Ireland, for summoning the Parliament to meet at Westminster, the third of September next; and shall likewise within seven days after the said first day of August, in every third year; to be accounted from the dissolution of the precedent Parliament, Seal, Issue, and send abroad several Writs of Summons changing therein what is to be changed, as aforesaid, for summoning the Parliament to meet at Westminster the sixth of November in that third year. That the said several and respective Sheriffs shall, within ten days after the Receipt of such Writs as aforesaid, cause the same to be proclaimed and published in every Market-town within his county, upon the Market days thereof between Twelve and Three of the clock; and shall then also publish and declare the certain day of the week and month for choosing Members to serve in Parliament for the Body of the said County, according to the tenor of the said Writ, which shall be upon Wednesday five weeks after the date of the Writ & shall likewise declare the place where the Election shall be made; for which purpose he shall appoint the most convenient place for the county to meet in and shall send Precepts for Elections to be made in all and every City, Town, Borough, or place within his County, where Elections are to be made by virtue of these Presents, to the Mayor, Sheriff, or other head Officer of such City, Town, Borough, or place, within 3 days after the Receipt of such Writ and Writs, which the said Mayor, Sheriffs, and Officers respectively are to make publication of, and of the certain day for such Elections to be made in the said City, Town or place aforesaid, and to cause Election to be made accordingly. 12. That the day and place of Elections, the Sheriff of each County, and the said Mayors, Sheriffs, Bailiffs, and other Head Officers within their Cities, Towns, Boroughs and places respectively, shall take view of the said Elections, and shall make return into the Chancery within Twenty days after the said Elections of the persons elected by the greater number of Electors, under their Hands and Seals, between him on the one part, and the Electors on the other part; wherein shall be contained, That the Persons elected shall not have power to alter the Government as it is hereby settled in one single Person and a Parliament. 13. That a Sheriff who shall willingly make any false Return, or neglect his duty, shall incur the penalty of Two thousand Marks of lawful English money; the one Moiety to the Lord Protector, and the other moiety to such person as will sue for the same. 14 That all and every person and persons who have aided, advised, assisted, or abetted in any War against the Parliament, since the first of January, 1641 (unless they have been since in the service of the Parliament, and given signal testimony of their good Affections thereunto) shall be disabled, and be uncapable to be elected, or to give any Vote in the Election of any Members to serve in the next Parliament, or in the three succeeding Triennial Parliaments. 15 That all such, who have advised, assisted, or abetted the Rebellion of Ireland, shall be disabled and uncapable forever to be elected, or to give any Vote in the Election of any Member to serve in Parliament; as also all such who do or shall profess the Roman Catholic Religion. 16 That all Votes and Elections given or made contrary or not according to these Qualifications, shall be null and void: And if any person who is hereby made uncapable, shall give his Vote for Election of Members to serve in Parliament, such person shall lose forfeit one full year's value of his real estate; and one full third part of his personal estate; one moiety thereof to the Lord Protector, and the other moiety to him, or them who shall sue for the same. 17 That the persons who shall be elected to serve in Parliament, shall be such (and no other than such) as are persons of known Integrity, fearing God, and of good conversation, and being of the age of 21 years. 18 That all and every person and persons seized or possessed to his own use, of any estate real or personal, to the value of 200l. and not within the aforesaid Exceptions, shall be capable to elect members to serve in Parliament for Counties. 19 That the Chancellor, Keeper, or Commissioners of the Great Seal, shall be sworn before they enter into their Offices, truly and faithfully to issue forth and send abroad Writs of Summons to Parliaments at the times, and in manner before expressed; And in case of neglect or failure, to issue & send abroad Writs accordingly, he or they shall for every such offence be guilty of High Treason, and suffer the pains and penalties thereof. 20 That in case of Writs be not issued out, as is before expressed, but that there be a neglect therein, fifteen days after the time wherein the same ought to be issued out by the Chancellor, Keeper of Commissioners of the Great Seal, that then the Parliament shall, as often as such failure shall happen, assemble and be held at Westminster, in the usual place, at the times prefixed, in manner and by the means hereafter expressed; That is to say, That the Sheriffs of the several and respective Counties, Shrievedoms, Cities, Boroughs and places aforesaid, within England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, the Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, and the Major and Bailiffs of the Borough of Berwick upon Tweed, and other the places aforesaid respectively shall at the several Courts and places to be appointed as aforesaid, within 30 days after the said 15 days, cause such Members to be chosen for their said several and respective Counties, Shrievedoms, Universities, Cities, Boroughs and places aforesaid, by such persons and in such manner, as if several and respective Writs of Summons to Parliament under the Great Seal had issued and been awarded according to the Tenor aforesaid: That if the Sheriff or other persons authorised shall neglect his or their duty herein; That all and every such Sheriff and person authorised as aforesaid, so neglecting his or their duty, shall, for every such offence, be guilty of High Treason, and shall suffer the pains and penalties thereof. That the Clerk, called The Clerk of the Commonwealth, in Chancery for the time being, and all others, who shall afterwards execute that Office, to whom the Returns shall be made, shall for the next Parliament, and the two succeeding Triennial Parliaments, the next day after such Return, certify the Names of the several persons so returned, and of the places for which he and they were chosen respectively, unto the Council, who shall peruse the said Returns, and examine whether the persons so Elected and Returned be such as is agreeable to the Qualifications, and not disabled to be elected. And that every such person or persons being so duly Elected, and being approved of by the major part of the Council to be persons not disabled, but qualified as aforesaid, shall be esteemed a Member of Parliament, and be admitted to sit in Parliament, and not otherwise. 22 That the persons chosen and assembled in manner aforesaid, or any 60 of them, shall be, and be deemed the Parliament of England, Scotland, and Ireland; and the supreme Legislative power to be and reside in the Lord Protector and such Parliament, in manner herein expressed. 23 That the Lord Protector, with the advice of the major part of the Council, shall at any other time than is before expressed, when the necessities of the State shall require it, summon Parliaments in manner before expressed, which shall not be adjourned, prorogued, or dissolved without their own consent, during the first three months of their sitting, and in case of future War with any foreign State, a Parliament shall be forthwith summoned for their advice concerning the same. 24 That all Bills agreed unto by the Parliament, shall be presented to the Lord Protector for his consent; and in case he shall not give his consent thereto, within 20 days after they shall be presented to him, or give satisfaction to the Parliament within the time limited; that then, upon Declaration of the Parliament, that the Lord Protector hath not consented nor given satisfaction, such Bills shall pass into, and laws, although he shall not give his consent thereunto; provided such Bills contain nothing in them nothing contrary to the matters contained in these Presents. 25 That Philip Lord Viscount Lisle, Charles Fleetwood Esquire, John Lambert Esquire, Sir Gilbert Pickering Baronet, Sir Charles Wolsley Baronet, Sir Anthony Ashley Cooper Bar. Edward Montague, Esq. John Desborow Esq; Walter Strickland Esq; Henry Lawrence Esq; William Sydenham Esq; Philip Jones Esq; Richard Major Esq; Francis Rous Phil. Skippon, Esqs, or any seven of them, shall be a Council for purposes expressed in this Writing; and upon the death or other removal of any of them, the Parliament shall nominate six persons of ability, integrity, and fearing God, for every one that is dead or removed, out of which the major part of the Council shall elect two and present them to the Lord Protector, of which he shall elect one: And in case the Parliament shall not nominate within 20 days after notice given to them thereof, the major part of the Council shall nominate three as aforesaid to the Lord Protector, who out of them shall supply the vacancy; and until this choice be made, the remaining part of the Council shall execute as fully in all things, as if their number were full: And in case of corruption, or other miscarriage in any of the Council in their trust, the Parliament shall appoint seven of their numbers, and the Council six, who, together with the Lord Chancellor, Lord Keeper, or Commissioners of the great Seal for the time being, shall have power to hear and determine such corruption and miscarriage, and to award and inflict punishment, as the nature of the Offence shall deserve; which punishment shall not be pardoned nor remitted by the Lord Protector: And in the interval of Parliaments, the major of the Council, with the consent of the Lord Protector, may, for Corruption, or other miscarriage as aforesaid, suspend any of their number from the exercise of their Trust, if they shall find it just, until the matter shall be heard and examined as aforesaid. XXVI. That the Lord Protector and the major part of the Council aforesaid, may at any time before the meeting of the next Parliament, add to the Council such persons as they shall think fit; provided the number of the Council be not made thereby to exceed 21. And that the Quorum to be proportioned accordingly by the Lord Protector and the major part of the Council. XXVII. That a constant yearly revenue shall be raised, settled and established for maintaining of 10000 Horse and Dragoons, and 20000 Foot, in England, Scotland and Ireland, for the defence and security thereof, and also for a convenient number of Ships for guarding of the Seas; besides 200000 per annum for defraying the other necessary charges for administration of Justice, and other expenses of the Government: which revenue shall be raised by the Customs, and such other ways and means as shall be agreed upon by the Lord Protector and Council, and shall not be taken away or diminished, nor the way agreed upon for raising the same altered, but by the consent of the Lord Protector and the Parliament. XXVIII. That the said yearly revenue shall be paid into the public Treasury, and shall be issued out for the uses aforesaid. XXIX. That in case there not be cause hereafter to keep up so great a defence at land or sea, but that there be an abatement made thereof; the money which will be saved thereby, shall remain in bank for the public service, and not be employed to any other use but by consent of Parliament, or in the intervals of Parliament, by the Lord Protector and major part of the Council. XXX. That the raising of money for defraying the charge of present extraordinary forces both at Land and Sea, in respect of the present wars, shall be by consent in Parliament and not otherwise; save only that the Lord Protector, with the consent of the major part of the Council, for preventing the disorders and dangers which may otherwise fall out both at sea and land, shall have power, until the meeting of the first parliament, to raise money for the purposes aforesaid, and also to make laws and ordinances for the peace and welfare of these Nations where it shall be necessary, which shall be binding and in force, until order shall be taken in Parliament concerning the same. XXXI. That the Lands, Tenements, Rents, Royalties, Jurisdictions and Hereditaments which remain yet unfold or undisposed of by Act or Ordinance of Parliament, belonging to the Commonwealth, (except the Forests and Chases, and the Honours and Manors belonging to the same; the Lands of the Rebels in Ireland, lying in the four Counties of Dublin, Cork, Kildare and Katerlaugh; the Lands forfeited by the people of Scotland in the late Wars: and also the Lands of Papists and Delinquents in England, who have not yet compounded) shall be vested in the Lord Protector; To hold to him and his Successors, Lord Protectors of these Nations, and shall not be alienated, but by consent in Parliament: And all Debts, Fines, Issues, Amerciaments, Penalties and Profits, certain and casual, due to the Keep of the Liberties of England by Authority of Parliament, shall be due to the Lord Protect, and be payable into his Public Receipt, and shall be recovered and prosecuted in his Name. 32 That the Office of the Lord Protector over these Nations, shall Elective, and not Hereditary; and upon the death of the Lord Protector, another fit person shall be forthwith elected to succeed him in the Government, which Election shall be by the Council; who immediately upon the death of the Lord Protector, shall assemble in the Chamber where they usually sit in Council, and having given notice to all their number, of the cause of their assembling, shall, being thirteen at least present, proceed to the Election; and before they depart out of the said Chamber, shall elect a fit person to succeed in the Government, and forthwith cause Proclamation thereof to be made in all the three Nations as shall be requisite: And the person that they or the major part of them shall elect, as aforesaid, shall be, and shall be taken to be Lord Protector over these Nations of England, Scotland and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging: Provided that none of the children of the late King, nor any of his Line or Family be elected to be Lord Protector or other chief Magistrate over these Nations, or any the Dominions thereunto belonging. And until the aforesaid Election be past, the Council shall take care of the government, and administer in all things as fully as the Lord Protector, or the Lord Protector and Council are enabled to do. 33 That Oliver Cromwell Captain General of the Forces of England, Scotland and Ireland, shall be, and is hereby declared to be Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland, and the Dominions thereto belonging, for his life. 34 That the Chancellor, Keeper or Commissioners of the Great Seal, Treasurer, Admiral, chief Governors of Ireland and Scotland, and the chief Justices of both the Benches, shall be chosen by the approbation of Parliament; and in the intervals of Parliament, by the approbation approbation of the major part of the Council, to be afterwards approved by the Parliament. 35 That the Christian Religion, contained in the Scriptures, be held forth and recommended as the public Profession of these Nations; & that as soon as may be, a provision less subject to scruple and contention, and more certain than the present, be made for the encouragement and maintenance of able and painful Teachers, for instructing the People, and for discovery and confutation of error, Heresy, and whatever is contrary to sound Doctrine: And that, until such Provision be made, the present Maintenance shall not be taken away or impeached. XXXVI. To the public profession held forth, none shall be compelled by penalties or otherwise, but that endeavours be used to win them by sound Doctrine, and the example of a good conversation. XXXVII. That such as profess faith in God by Jesus Christ (though differing in judgement from the doctrine, worship or discipline publicly held forth) shall not be restrained from, but shall be protected in the profession of the faith, and exercise of their religion; so as they abuse not this liberty, to the civil injury of others, and to the actual disturbance of the public peace on their parts: provided this liberty be not extended to Popery or Prelacy, nor to such as, under the protection of Christ, hold forth and practice licentiousness. XXXVIII. That all Laws, Statutes, and Ordinances and Clauses in any Law, Statute and Ordinance to the contrary of the aforesaid liberty, shall be esteemed as null and void. XXXIX. That the Acts & Ordinances of Parliament, made for the sale or other disposition of the Lands, Rents and Hereditaments of the late King, Queen and Prince, of Archbishops and Bishops, &c. Deans and Chapters, the Lands of Delinquents, and Forest Lands, or any of them; or of any other Lands, Tenements, Rents and Hereditaments belonging to the Commonwealth, shall no way be impeached or made invalid; but shall remain good and firm: And that the Securities given by Act and Ordinance of Parliament for any sum or sums of money, by any of the said Lands, the Excise, or by any other public Revenue; and also the securities given by the public Faith of the Nation; and the engagement of the public faith for satisfaction of debts and damages, shall remain firm and good, and not be made void and invalid upon any pretence whatsoever. XL. That the Articles given to, or made with the Enemy, and afterwards confirmed by Parliament, shall be performed and made good to the persons concerned therein. And that such appeals, as were depending in the last Parliament, for relief concerning Bills of Sale of Delinquent's Estates, may be heard and determined the next Parliament, Anything in this writing, or otherwise to the contrary notwithstanding. XLI. That every successive Lord Protector over these Nations shall take and subscribe a solemn Oath, in the presence of the Council, and such others as they shall call to them, That he will seek the peace, quiet, and welfare of these Nations, cause law and justice be equally administered, and that he will not violate or infringe the matters and things contained in this writing and in all other things will to his power, and to the best of his understanding, govern these Nations, according to the Law, Statute, and Customs. XLII. That each person of the Council shall, before they enter upon their trust, take, and subscribe an Oath, that they will be true and faithful in their trust, according to the best of their knowledge; and, that in the election of every successive Lord Protector, they shall proceed therein impartially, and do nothing therein for any promise, fear, favour or reward. Whereas the major part of the last Parliament (judging that their sitting any longer, as then constituted, would not be for the good of this Commonwealth) did dissolve the same, and by a writing under their hands, dated the twelfth day of this instant December, resigned unto me their powers and authorities; And whereas it was necessary thereupon, that some speedy course should be taken for the settlement of these Nations upon such a basis and foundation, as by the blessing of God, might be lasting, secure property, and answer those great ends, of religion and liberty, so long contended for; and upon full and mature consideration had of the form of government hereunto annexed, being satisfied that the same, through divine assistance, may answer the ends aforementioned; and having also been desired, and advised, as well by several persons of interest and fidelity in this Commonwealth, as the Officers of the Army, to take upon me the Protection and government of these Nations in the manner expressed in the said form of government, I have accepted thereof, and do hereby declare my acceptance accordingly, And do promise in the presence of God, that I will not violate, or infringe the matters and things contained therein, but to my power, observe the same, and cause them to be observed. And shall in all other things, to the best of my understanding, govern these Nations according to the Laws, Statutes and Customs, seeking their peace, and causing Justice and Law to be equally administered. O.CROMWELL Oliver Cromwell, Captain General of all the Forces of this Commonwealth, and now declared Lord Protector thereof, did this 6 of December 1653. sign this Writing, and solemnly promise, as is therein contained, in presence of the Lord Commissioners of the Great Seal of England, who administered the same Oath, and of the Lord Mayor and Aldermen of the City of London, divers of the Judges of the Land, the Officers of State and Army, and many other persons of Quality. The last Letters from Holland speak that People generally for Peace, and the Dane begins to doubt they will lurch him. He knows them, and hath had a feeling of their practices upon him heretofore. The lofty Terms propounded by the French Ambassador at the Hague, are looked on here as mere Court gins, which will not take the costive Hollander, who know the odds twixt a French promise and performance; nor is it imaginable, that this interposition of the Monsieur there, should work anything at all upon the Queen of Sweden. Its supposed, the Lord Whitlock will have a stronger influence on that Horizon. The Frigates that convoyed his Lordship, did (as we hear) meet with 4 Dutch Merchantmen, bound homeward from Gothenburg well laden. The last Letters from Stockholm report the Lord Whitlock on his way to Upsabla, within two days Journey of the Court. Two of his Gentlemen were already arrived there, at the coming away of the Post, which is all the news we have here of his Lordship at present. Doubtless, he had a bad journey of it, this being the worst season of the year for Travel in that Country, there having been as yet no bearing Frosts: But the Letters speak of great Preparations to receive the Ambassador most honourably. It will be well if they prove as real and ready in the main of the Negotiation, as doubtless they will be splendid in the ceremonial part; that noble Lady affecting gallantry. This week brings nothing of moment from the Emperor's Court. And from the Dane is only said, they talk of equipping a great Fleet against Spring. I suppose their Fears put them upon large thoughts: but the Dutch, their Confederates having failed them in Money, they will be to seek of that. This is certain, the Danes are vehemently jealous, that the Dutch will lurch them in the Treaty. The loftiest Prince in Christendom, would hardly have ventured to give England such an Affront, as that bold Bayard did. The happy establishment of your Commonwealth, doth still more and more perplex the Royal party here at the Lovure, where their opinions are divided; some do hope that this will cause the Army to divide in regard Harrison and his party are laid aside, which may make for their advantage in the end. Others more solid in judgement, look upon this way of settlement as a means to unite all interests, and to settle the Nation in peace and quietness with it's neighbour Nations so that these men have no courage to hope that anything will accrue hereby to their advantage. Yesterday the Marquis of D'eras, the Earl of d' Arbioux and two other Lords, whose names I will give to you in my next; came to the Palace Royal by eight of the clock in the morning in a Hackney Coach, and fought a Duel with short swords, and so much rage, that on a sudden two were killed upon the place, and the other two fled immediately, and have not been heard of since. His Majesty the King of France doth intend to make a journey shortly into Normandy, where it is said, that the Cardinal hath a design to establish the Duke of Mercoeur in the place of Monsieur de Longueville. His said Majesty hath laid a new Impost of fifteen pence upon every Ream of Paper that shall be brought in 5 which is no pleasing news to the people. They do now for certain intend to go about the trial of the Prince of Conde. I hear they have already made a choice of a place for their sitting. There is no certainty yet of the revolt of Philipsbourg, as I told you in my last; the Letters that came lately from thence makes no mention of it. There is little news to write at present, there being no Post come this week, which doth cause us to suspect that you have once more dissolved the Parliament. In the meantime, we only expect the resolutions of your Commonwealth, to make peace or war, being equally disposed to one or the other, for our rest, or for our reputation; and as there is more likelihood for us to continue the war, seeing you do not answer our good intentions, by showing yourselves so high in your demands, there is a general willingness to contribute sufficiently, everyone according to his estate and means, towards the maintaining of necessary expenses for the defence of our Provinces. And for this purpose we are building of ships in all our Ports, where do arrive several ships from all parts richly laden to support our Trade; and some of them have brought us Guns, Bullets, Saltpetre and other Ammunition of war, which we stood in great need of, notwithstanding all this, we should be glad of a peace upon any reasonable terms: For, if the war continue we must expect to have our Trade quite ruined by it, which consequently will be the ruin of this Country: and although we do please ourselves with fine words, how that the King of Scot's affairs thrive in Scotland, and that many of the Nobility begin to join with the Highlanders, to whom there hath been sent from hence 6, or 7000 Arms and Ammunition of all sorts, which are said to be safely arrived in those parts. Yet the wise and sober minded men amongst us look upon them as a company of plunderers that are got together to rob and steal, and so to return to their holes again when the season of the year will permit to pursue them; and do conclude that this Country's safest way and chiefest good will be to conclude a peace with England, though it be upon disadvantageous terms to us, rather than to continue in so chargeable a war as it hath proved to be ever since we entered into it. I hear there are some English prizes brought in lately into Zealand, taken by some of their private men of war; that Province is generally more inclined to war than any of the rest; though they have thriven no better by it than their confederates. France and we are yet at a distance; their Ambassador hath had no Audience of late, he is waiting to see what will be the issue of the Treaty in England. On Monday last we had here the fearfullest Thunder, Lightning and Rain, as hath been heard of, and some cattle destroyed thereby. The Lord speak peace to his people, many constructions poor people make. The Trustees for the sale of Forrest-Lands have appointed upon Tuesday next, the tenth of this instant January in the forenoon to sit for allowance of public Faith Bills to be doubled upon security of the said Lands, and thenceforth weekly every Tuesday in the forenoon, till the sum to be doubled be full. William Tayleure, Secretary to the said Trustees. No news from Sea, save that our Fleet rides about the Channel: And that we have lost two ships of 18 Guns, and 400 Tons apiece, laden with Masts and some other Commodities: which were taken by certain Dutch men of war this last week, and carried into Flushing. The Dutch Deputies had their last Conference, and spent the whole day therein; but came to no conclusion. The next News we hear of them is; That January 3. they departed from their house, sent their Goods a shipboard, and themselves went after about nine o'clock the same night. Whether they have set sail; or whether the wind sit yet right for them; or which way the wind will turn; or whether it may bring them about again, is as yet unknown: But if the just and reasonable condescensions of England take not effect, it must and will appear, that the wind never sat yet in a right corner at the Hague, for a fair Accommodation. Of which (perhaps) more hereafter.

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From Tuesday, February: 21. to Tuesday, February: 28. 1653 Let others think what they please, but unto me the superirrogating Star which was seen all Wednesday last in the afternoon (as if it would contend with the Sun for the supremacy of its glory) doth appear to be truly wonderful, the lustre, and the magnitude of it (when the Sun was down, and gone) did confess the efficacy of its influence by his scintillation, at what time there was never beheld in the Firmament a more numerous appearance of the Stars, with admiration rather to look on his, than to manifest their own splendours. And since other men deliver their own judgments on it, why may not I assume the like freedom to express my own, and (without the vanity of Astrology) tell you, that it presageth Peace and happiness to the Nations, as did the Star called Julium Sydus, when Augustus by the hand of Peace did shut up the iron gates of War, and Januus; the Nations were then amazed at the change of the present Government, and so was Pliny himself, the most excellent man amongst them, yet writing of this Star, and the consequences of it, he was convinced to conclude, Et st verum fatemur, salutare id terris fuit. By Letters from beyond the Seas it was this day confirmed, that the Pope endeavouring to bring his grey hairs with peace unto the grave, doth use all his power to work a reconciliation betwixt his two Sons the most Catholic and the most Christian Kings; and this Mediation by Agents of undoubted knowledge and Authority hath already in a fair way advanced itself. The King of Spain hath already gratulated our Protector by his Ambassador; and the King of France (as I am informed) is sending over an Ambassador to him, to salute his Highness in those words of complement by which Kings are accustomed to salute and gratulate one another. It is also advertised, that the King of Denmark is sending over that Ambassador who was here before, to congratulate his Highness, the Kings of France and Denmark hoping that their Interests are also included in the Peace with Holland. The titular King of the Scots hath been lately sick of a cold, but is now pretty well recovered. His Mother is altogether in her Devotions at Chaloons; on Ash Wednesday last she took her ashes from the hands of Mr. Philips, who was sometimes her Confessor in England. Concerning the Queen of Sweden, some Letters affirm that our Ambassador and the Grand Chancellor have had two meetings concerning the more near alliance of our Commonwealth with that Crown, and the Debates have not produced any such differences, but a successful issue may (it is hoped) be speedily obtained. The Chancellor being satisfied with our Ambassador's Commission, that he had a plenipotentiary power, did go over all the Articles in general, and there appeared nothing so difficult which did not find an easy and a pleasy interpretation. It is supposed they will not break, but after that Time hath ripened the Debates, we shall receive an Answer to our full contentment. The change of the Government in England hath arrived to the knowledge of the Queen of Sweden, who (the Letters say) hath received the Credentials with all willingness; she bearing so great a respect to his Highness the Lord Protector, that (if we hear the truth) she hath desired to see his Picture. But the Letters sent to Holland from Swedeland do affirm, that our Ambassador hath had several Audiences since he came, and doth all he can to persuade the Queen to an Amity, to which (they say) she hath showed it but little inclination, and hath commanded her Subjects to give her a List of all their losses sustained by the English. The loss of divers Merchants of Holland hath caused the Admiralty there to prohibit all Masters of ships to set forth to Sea upon the penalty of one hundred pound English money, until such time as the Peace with England be proclaimed. I shall in this place give you the Proclamation of Glencarn, and advertise you what is the success that hath attended his threatenings, and how low thereby the hearts of the Highlanders hath fallen. Whereas it hath pleased his Majesty to appoint Horse and Foot to be levied within the Kingdom of Scotland, for opposing the common Enemy, for giving a check to the pride and oppression of these cruel Traitors, whom God in his justice hath permitted to overcome, and to be the instrument of Scotland's punishment for its sin, and are no otherwise to be looked on but as God's scourge upon us, which he will soon remove and consume in his wrath, if we could turn to him by unfeigned repentance. And to the end his Majesty's service may be advanced, and that it may appear how willing we are that the Levies may be done orderly and equally, we have thought fit to cause intimate to all Shires, and Parishes, and head Burghs by open Proclamation, that every one may make his several proportions ready to be delivered to the respective Officers appointed for the same, and Commissioners likewise under out of hand wheresoever the foresaid Officers shall come or send to require them. Likewise that all who after intimation hereof do remain disobedient, and without fear of God, duty to their King and Country, ties of Covenant, love of Religion, sense of honour, will move to their duty, may be proceeded against with fire and sword, unworthy to be looked upon as Scotchmen, to the terror of all false-hearted Traitors, who by their treacheries and rebellions against their lawful King, and his just power and Authority, has drawn on this great deluge of God's wrath upon all the three Kingdoms. And likewise we do hereby require, that where heretofore any horses has been brought forth from any well affected person or persons beyond their due proportion, that the respective Parish, or next adjacent Parishes where the said Horses has been taken, that they shall meet, and stent themselves equally, for having equal burden, & resound the persons from whom any Horses has been taken beyond their Proportions; and the just proportion of Horse now to be put forth, is declared to be one man well mounted, with all necessaries forth of every thousand pound of Rent: and the proportion of foot, every third man; and what Dragoons are to be levied, two foot are to be accounted for one Dragoon. And for the further publication hereof, these are to ordain Commissioners of Parishes; where no Burghs are, the Provost and Bailies of Burghs to Proclaim this at the Market Cross of each Burgh, and to give Copies hereof to all Parishes within their Presbytery, as you will answer the contrary at their highest peril. Given under our hand the first day of February, 1654. Sic subsciribitur Glencarns. God save King CHARLES the second. On Wednesday last Coll: Morgan with eight companies of Foot, 6 Troops of Horse, and three Troops of Dragoons, with a party of commanded horse out of the Mearns of Angus, marched from Aberdeen, and upon Thursday about two a clock we came to the Lough at the head of Cromar, where Glencarn and Kenmore were at a Rendezvous, and (after a little Dispute) he totally routed their Army, but being so near to the Hills, he could do no more execution than to take and kill about 140, having pursued them seven miles in the field; their General hardly escaping with about 40 Horse. After this engagement, Col: Morgan marched towards Kildrummy. Nor was Cap: Mutloe in the Western Highlands idle, for hearing that the Laird of Archaton (being one of the chief Malignants in Lorn) had Garrisoned his house for the Enemy, he drew forth a party out of Dunstaffenage, and Dunnelly, fell upon the house, and took a Lieutenant with other Prisoners, and store of Ammunition, and arms. The Gent. And Heritors of the Shire of Argyle had lately a meeting with the Marquis thereof at Innerara, where they resolved not to join with those people now in Arms; but to be ready at 24 hours warning to oppose them. The business of the Lewis was thus, Normand macCloud with 4 or 500 hundred men landed in Lewis Island, and after 3 or 4 days staying in some inaccessible places of the Isle, fell upon our Soldiers, who lay at Sternway out of the Fort, and killed 12 of them; but a party out of the Fort beat them thence, relieved the remainder of the men, removed the Goods into the Fort, and burnt the houses. The last week Lieu: Coll: Cottrel marched out of Glasgow, to reduce the Garrison of Rodsew near Loughlomand, and before he came near it, the Enemy ran away, and left word they had no order to fight. We hear also that Brockie Capt: Lieut: to the late Col: Wogan, is dead of his wounds; and the Earl of Athol that fires and burns folk's corn, and horses, threatened to shoot Holland the Chirurgeon unto death, for not curing Wogan and Brockie. Some of those blades begins to cry Peccavi, and sends to desire liberty to live peaceably; and no doubt here long they will betray one another into our hands. This day the Lord Salender is apprehended upon an information against him of correspondence. By Letters from the North it is advertised, that Captain Pack hath taken a Dutch Man of War, who for seven years together fought very stoutly, but was at the last enforced to submit; we slew seven of his men, and wounded 15. At the first beginning of the fight her Topmast was shot by the board, and in her fall, her tackling being unable to hold her up, she bruised many of her own men; the ship was so torn betwixt wind and water that she was near sinking, whereupon we were enforced to rough her at our stern to the Port of Grimsby. Captain Fester hath also advertised, that according to his Instructions he repaired to the River of Humber, but being hindered by Northerly winds, and thick weather, he gave notice thereof to the rest of the Commanders appointed to go along with him in the Expedition, the Amity came up to him, and the wind standing to the North and North west, our two Frigates standing along the Dagger did fall in amongst the Busses of the Hollanders, who had two Men of War to be their Convoy, the Phnix made up with a high wind towards one of them, and the Amity towards the other, but the lusty ship which the Phnix took to be a Man of War proved to be a ship belonging to Swedeland, which was laden with Coals from Newcastle But some other Goods which were prohibited being found on board of her, and she having twice the number of men to sail such a ship, she was brought by the Phnix into the River of Humber. I am informed this is the same ship which was brought into the Port of Grimsby. But that ship which to which the Amity did advance, did indeed prove to be at enmity with England, she was a ship of 20 Guns, and about 80 men; although she was not of the same bulk as the Amity, yet she fought most bravely for the space of 2 hours, but her Top-mast being shot by the board also, and most of the men being slain, or wounded, she was forced to submit. It was this Day confirmed that the Duke of Lorraign being arrested by the Authority of the Arch Duke, was brought to Antwerp, where he is kept close Prisoner in the Castle, many of his menial servants are also arrested, and distributed into several Prisons; it is said that he endeavoured to betray the Prince of Conde, and his Army to the King of France. It is certified from Germany, that in some parts thereof the ground hath been almost covered with innumerable forts of Mice of several complexions, which have devoured the grass in the fields, and the grain in the barns, so that they conceive this plague to be not only a Fore runner of Famine, but of a new War, to the apprehension of which they have been terrified with a blazing Star, not much unlike to that which was beheld all Europe over, a little before the German Wars began. It was this Day advertised that the Sapphire, and the Constant Warwick had rescued the Samaritan of Bristol, and a Pink belonging unto Plymouth, which were both taken by Captain Beach, who was enforced to leave them, and had much to do to escape himself, but a companion of his, an old Picaro was taken in the Samaritan, and is now in hold in the Sapphire. I made mention before of a great Victory obtained against Glencarn by Colonel Morgan, where in the fight, and the pursuit one hundred and twenty of the enemy were killed and seven and twenty taken prisoners, with all their Arms, and Ammunition, and about fourscore Horse; The Letters this Day make mention of another Victory obtained by Colonel Daniel not far from Dunkel, where the Enemy had a considerable Garrison, this party of the Highlanders were commanded by the Earl of Athol, and Sir Arthur Forbes, who misdoubting their strength, in a disordered march retreated to the Hills, leaving the Garrison well manned, which our men immediately attempted with pickaxes, and other Instruments, being come under the walls without any great loss; in a short time they became Masters of one part of the House, and three of the Enemy being slain, the rest cried out for Quarter, which was granted to them. The Castle because it should be no more a receptacle for such dangerous persons, was consumed with fire. By Letters from Scotland it was this Day advertised, that the Earl of Athol, Sir Arthur Forbes, Glencarn, and Kenmore, are joined together in one Body, but their Forces are so broken, and discouraged, that they are unable to make any present opposition, there were taken in the Earl of Athol's House, Two Lieutenants. One hundred Pikes. One Ensign which blew. Fifteen case of Pistols. One Quartermaster. Store of swords, and other Arms. Two Sergeants Sixteen barrels of Powder. Two Cornets. Five and twenty Troop horses. 120 Boulders Great store of Meal, Malt and Oats Fourscore Muskets. I have this morning seen a Letter which informs that the Dutch Ambassadors are landed at Harwich; it is believed that this Day they will come to London; Sir Abraham Williams' House in the Palace yard is prepared for them. On Saturday night last the Countess Dewager of Excester dyed suddenly at her House in Saint Johns. This Day being the Gaol Delivery at Newgate, three Men, and one Woman was hanged in Fleet Street, and five at Tyburn, those who suffered in Fleet Street had broken there into the Greyhound Tavern, robbed the House, and desperately wounded the Vintner himself; The Robbery was attended with such circumstances of aggravation, that it was thought fit they should be made exemplar by losing their lives in the same place where the Robbery was committed. The Letters make mention of other great Robberies at Maidenhead, and other places at Salisbury. Fifteen Highwaymen have been lately taken, and brought to Bedford Gaol. There was a Bill exhibited this last Sessions against a Councillor for corruption, which was nine yards in length, and a foot in breadth. That which this week is most remarkable, is: The landing of the Dutch Ambassadors at Harwich. A great fight at Sea. And another Victory obtained against the Highlanders in Scotland; a List of the Commanders. Officers, and others that were slain, and taken Prisoners. The last News of the titular King of Scotland. The wonderful apparitions in the Heavens, and the fruits of the Earth in some places covered, and devoured with mice. The inclinations of the Queen of Sweden in reference to the Treaty with the Commonwealth of England. The Duke of Lorraign close Prisoner at Antwerp. And the Prince of Conde hanged in his effigies at Paris.

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A great Combat fought in Scotland between Sir George Monroe, and the Earl of Glencarn, for their plundering one another; in which combat Monro had his right hand cut off, and a great cut in the forehead, Glencarn was also cut in the head. Four propositions of the Queen of Sweden to the Prince. A List of the names of the Scottish party, who are exempted out of the Ordinance for Grace and Pardon, and a yearly allowance given to their wives and children out of their Husbands' and Fathers' estates. Also an Order for new Farthings, A List of the Dutch Prizes taken, With a Proclamation of the peace concluded on between this Commonwealth, and that of the United Provinces of the Netherlands. From Friday April 21. to Friday April. 28. 1654. By Letters this day from Edinburgh, we are advertised, that our small Garrisons neer Stirling have fallen with success into the enemy's quarters, and brought away divers prisoners, and amongst the rest a party from Bubannon marched into the parish of Strablain, where Capt. Cunningham and Capt. Edmiston were levying of horse and foot, took Capt. Cunningham, and very narrowly missed cap. Edmiston. The good service this Day was advertised by our parties in the North of Scotland, against the Forces of Gen. Middleton where some parties of ours have met with several parties of theirs, and routed them, killed some, and took some eminent persons prisoners, by whom it is confessed that Middleton hath called several Councils of war, and was not at that time resolved whether to fight, or to retire to the protection of the inhospitable Mountains, one of the two by this time he hath done. It is certified that one of our Frigates who Convoyed some Ammunition, and divers Merchant ships to Leith, was set upon by the Dutch, and after a furious Fight boarded, and carried away. There is a Report also, that they took some other ships that were with her. It is certified also that the constant Warwick had no sooner put off from Plymouth where she was new tallowed, but she met with a Picaroon belonging to brest, and immediately surprised, she carried but four guns but was an excellent sailor. One of our Frigates called the Paul hath taken two French ships, and sent them to Falmouth. A Poet belonging to the Court of France hath been taken, and soundly punished for making some Verses against the titular King of Scots, and his Brother the Duke of York. The Ordinance was this Day extant for suspending the proceeding of the Judges for the Relief of Creditors, and poor prisoners until the 15 day of May next ensuing. The Resident in England for the Duke of Guelders, who is also Count of Egmant, was yesterday in gallant Equipage attended to Whitehall, where he had Audience with great respect from his Highness. By Letters by the Post from Scotland, it was this Day advertised, that Major Gen: Dyal, who lately came over with Gen: Middleton, hath besieged Senclair Castle, with a party of 400 Foot, and 800 horse, but the place being made strong both by Air, and Nature, and well victualled, they do not much fear the assaults of, their Enemies, The Armies on both sides are preparing to receive each other, and Col. Morgan has drained Inverness to join with those forces which he brought from Aberdeen, so that he lies with about 1200 Horse and Dragoons, and 2000 Foot, betwixt the Enemy and the passes they must needs through, if they intend to move out of the North corner; so they will be compelled to fight, and 'tis said, they are resolved, there being no way left them to avoid it, but through such inaccessible bounds as 'tis impossible for their horse to march that way, and very difficult for their Foot, From Dalkeith, April 19. thus. Notwithstanding the hand of God is so eminently seen in destroying these rude people, and that they are no sooner gathered together, but they are scattered, yet they are still Breaking forth in the Lowlands, and amongst others, the Earl of Salkik second son to the Marques of Douglass, started out of the other day, and went away from about Boggehall with 60 Horse, and this week about 40 Englishmen are got to the Hills under the Command of an Irishman. Col. Daniel, Capt. Elsmare, and others have lately met with divers of the Rebels, so that the prisoners begin now so to fill that the only way to ease the Commonwealth of their charge will be to send these Idle people to Barbados to work for their living, which will be done very suddenly. This day the Proclamation for peace was Proclaimed by 12 Trumpets, and 4 Heralds at Arms, first at Whitehall before his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council (both Courts being full of people) His Highness the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland considering how necessary it is, not only to preserve peace and Quiet at home, but as far as in him lies, to live in Amity and friendship with his neighbours, hath by the blessing of God, with the advice of his Council, made and concluded a peace, Union and Confederation to continue forever, between this Commonwealth of the one part, and of the United provinces of the Low Countries of the other part; their Lands, Countries, Cities, Towns, Dominions, Territories, Places and people, by Sea, Land, Freshwaters and elsewhere; By the which peace it is agreed, that all Enmity, Hostility, Discord and War between the said Commonwealths, their people and Subjects shall cease, and all injuries and wrongs whatsoever done since the 18 & 23. of May, One thousand six hundred fifty two, shall cease and be forgotten, except such Depredations as shall be committed by either side in these Seas after twelve days, from the date of these presents, &c. For want of room, I refer you to the printed copy for the rest. This day are come out new farthings, weighing a quarter of an ounce fine pewter, which is but the price of new pewter; that so the people may never hereafter fear to lose much by them; with the Harp of one side, and a Cross on the other, with T.K. above it. This day passed an Ordinance of pardon and Grace to the people of Scotland after 1 May 1654. except the persons following, and their estates. Henrietta Maria, late Queen. Charles Stuart her son. James Stuart her son. James late Duke Hamilton. William late Duke Hamilton. Earl Craford Linsey. Earl Calender. Earl Marshall. Earl Kelly. Earl Lauderdale: Earl London. Earl Seaforth, Earl Athol, Viscount Kenmore, Lord Lorn, Lord Machlin, Lord Montgomery, Lord Spynie, Lord Crunston, Major Gen. Dalyel, Lieut. Gen. Middleton, Viscount Newburgh, Lord Bargany, Sir Tho. Thomson, Laird of Womut, Laird Napier, Earl of Glencahn. Divers others are fined to pay certain sums of moneys, David Leshly 4000 li. Marquis Douglas, 100 l. and several other sums. A yearly allowance given to their wives and children out of their Husband's and fathers estates. 400 l. sterling to Anne Duke Hamilton's daughter paying 20 pound a year to the Lord Protector, and his successors. Two hundred pound to her sister Susan, paying ten pound to his Highness. Four hundred pound to Duchess Hamilton, paying twenty pound. Four hundred pound to Countess of Craford, paying twenty pound. Four hundred pound to Countess Lowdone, paying twenty pound. Countess of Callender her Jointure, conveyed from her former husband Earl of Dunfermline: 200 l. to Mary Earl Marshall's daughter, 150 l. on her three Sisters, paying 32 l. 10 s. 300 l. to the countess of Louderdale paying 15 l. 200 l. to Lady cranston Paying 10 l. 250 l. to Lady Bargany, paying 12 l. 10s. 120 l. to Lady Thomson, paying 6 l. This day arrived to my hands, a List of the names of the Commanders in chief of the Scottish Army, which take as followeth. Gen. Middleton, Lieut. Gen. Glencarn, Major Gen. Kenmore, the Earl of Athol, the Lord Forrester, The Lord Dudhop, Sir George Monro, sir Arthur Forbs, Sir Charles Dyer, Col. McDonald, Col. Stuart, Col. Welsh, Col. Brown, Col. Fitz James. This day by an express from aboard the Pearl frigate it is certified, that about 50 sail of English men of War, and as many Dutch, are designed for the Straits, the Indies and Levant Seas, and that Gen. Pen is to be commissionated for this famous expedition. The fleet rides as yet in Slokes-Bay; but expects daily command to weigh Anchor. This day his Highness the Lord Protector taking in consideration, how much it might conduce to the glory of God, and the Peace and welfare of the people of this whole Island, that after all those late and unhappy wars and differences, the people of Scotland should be united with the people of England, into one Commonwealth: For perfecting of which union, it is ordained by his Highness the Lord Protector, by and with the advice of his Council, That all the people of Scotland, and of the Isles of Orkney and Shetland, and of all the Dominions and Territories belonging unto Scotland, are and shall be, and are hereby incorporated into, constituted, established, declared and confirmed one Commonwealth with England, and in every Parliament to be held successively, thirty persons shall be called from, and serve for Scotland. And it is further Ordained, that all the people of Scotland &c be discharged of all Fealty, Homage, Service and Allegiance, which is or shall be pretended due unto any of the issue and posterity of Charles Stuart late King of England. And also Saint Andrew's Cross from henceforth is to be born in the Arms of this Commonwealth, as a badge of this union. And it is further Ordained that all Forfeitures, Escheats, Simple, or of life, rent Bastardy, and last heir, which heretofore Escheated, Forfeited, and fell to the King, Lords of Regality, or other Superiors, shall from henceforth fall Escheat, and forfeit to the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth for the time being. From Paris they write thus, that there hath been great store of Masking and plays at Court of late, which being now over, they begin to go forward with businesses more solid and in particular in that touching the grievances of the Protestant princes, and to put some money (Promised) into Charles Stuart's pocket, then he sayeth he will be gone from them. The Queen of Sweden seems to hold her resolution to resign up her Crown, and the Treaty goeth on fairly touching the affairs with England. By Letters out of Flanders it is certified, that the Duke of Lorain is still kept in Custody by the Archduke. The Army which was under his Command, are yet in their quarters, Duke Francis of Lorain the second Brother, is expected there, to take upon him the command of that Army which his Brother had, and then no doubt he will be courted very high both by the Spaniard and the French. From France thus. The Marques de St. Centez, field Marshal in Majesty's Armies is come to Phillipsburg where he is to be Governor, the former Commander having resigned him the place according to his Majesty's Orders thereupon. We hear from Flanders that Elector of Cullen, and the Archduke Leopoldus, have had a meeting at Louvain, tarrying there about two days; the Archduke at his departure, presenting him with some rich Tapestry, and four of his best horses. We have by Letters from Sedan, that the Governor of Jamets having made a design with the Governor of Mouson to beat up the Enemy's quarters at Wirton in the Province of Luxembourg, they carried their work on so gallantly, that the several Troops there quartered, were for the most part slain, and the rest taken prisoners with a Company of Spanish soldiers, who were left for the guard of that Town. This day by letters from Dalkeith we are advertised, that col. Morgan is marched from Dingwel to Tain, with all his brigade. Yesterday there marched 1000. foot over the hills above Braban towards Sutherland, which it's supposed are the Loughaber men, which will add to the enemy's strength, which was before 4000. horse and foot. There was a quarrel between Sir George Monroe and E. of Glencarn, for plundering of, and abusing the Laird of Fowlis (Monroe's brother) who was extremely abused by them, which rose so high, that they appointed to Fight a combat, and accordingly on the last Lord's day in the morning they mounted and rid to the place appointed, and because Monroe would fight on Horseback, he took his pistols with him, but Glencairn bid him put away his pistols and they would fight only on Horseback with their swords in which Combat Monroe had his right hand almost cut off and a cut in the forehead: Glencairn was likewise cut in the head. There was also a quarrel between Athol and Glengary about precedency of place, and afield appointed, but the business was taken up by the commanders.

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From Monday the 23 of January, to Monday the 30 of January. 1654. I hope no judicious Statesman, Soldier, or Citizen, will rashly or unadvisedly censure me, before they have seriously perused and read me over: Had not the Gentlemen that formerly writ this Pamphlet, walked in forbidden paths, he had been unacquainted with the miseries of a Prison, and might with safety and security have published his acute Informations, as well as other with toleration vent their dull Intelligence; and whether it was his weakness or wilfulness, We not dispute; But give me leave to tell him, the Revolutions and Changes which this Commonwealth hath sustained, ought not to be questioned by every Subject; for private men, who know little of, or converse little with State transactions and affairs, are not competent Judges, when the observation of the letter of the Law is of a dangerous and threatening import to the public safety; but rather such persons whose daily residence is in the Mount of State Negotiations, who by the advantage of the ground where they stand, may very reasonably be conceived to be in a full capacity perfectly to discover and understand on what hinge the public interest and safety turneth, and what means and interposers are most promising for their procurement, promotion, and establishment; for the reason or end of the Law, ought in all cases to be preferred before the Letter; nor hath any Law whatsoever any binding force, further than the execution of it, or subjection unto it, is consistent with the public safety and good: This is apparently made out to us in Scripture, 2 Sam. 2. 10. we read that eleven of the twelve Tribes of Israel did side with the House of Saul against David's advancement over them, being for a time highly unwilling and discontented that he should be their King; yet afterwards flourished under his Government like a green Bay-tree, and saw many years of prosperity and Peace. Therefore such persons' sin against an express commandment of God, who under what pretext soever, shall openly dictate disobedience unto those Powers, which God (whether in Judgement or in Mercy) hath most justly placed and appointed over them. The Rise of all Monarchies and States hath been as much by their policy as strength, these are not to be separated, where either of them is wanting, there is little hopes of that State's advancement. This his Holiness the Pope of Rome is not ignorant of, who fearing lest the two Protestant Estates of England and Holland should accord, endeavours to mediate a peace between France and Spain, not that he aims at the title of Peacemaker, but hopes by that means to obstruct the Treaty, and advance Popery; indeed it behoves him to bestir his stumps, for if the two Sea thunderers agree, it is hoped they will make all Italy to tremble, and the very Walls of Rome to shake. There hath been notable tampering at the Hague by the Agents of Foreign Princes, to obstruct our proceedings, and some false Scots have been forward to thrust their fingers into the pie, though as yet to little purpose; but it is an old saying, Ill egging makes ill begging: This ensuing Letter will discover somewhat of their designs. SIR, There is brought into Flushing two Virginia prizes, the one of 18, the other of 11 pieces of Ordnance, laden with Tobacco, Sugar, Indico, and Beaver -wool, taken near the English Channel, and two other prizes are brought into the Ulie. There are divers ships come from the Straits, and two hundred are expected from France; also some East-India ships are come likewise into the Ulie, and the whole Fleet is said to be within sight of Land, but to our great grief we hear that four or five of them are stranded, and the goods like to be lost. He that takes and Eele by the Tail hath but slippery hold, and however the Dutch pretend Peace, their actions show the contrary; for in Zealand they are setting forth 20 new ships of War, of 150, 136 to 130 foot long, and from 30 to 38 foot broad. There are divers Ambassadors come hither from several Princes, and it is feared, will rather endeavour to obstruct, than promote peace with England. Middleton hath lately received a Letter from Glencarn, giving him notice that he hath made himself Master of Stirlingshire, and of the Northern quarter of Scotland, and that they only want the King's presence, and some more Arms and Ammunition. The Deputies of the States arrived here yesterday from England, and thereupon the Lord States assembled this day, and the Deputies made report of these Negotiations; it is said that the English would exclude the King of Denmark in the Articles, and therefore that point remained undenied, till the ratification of the Articles. The Zealanders are as inveterate as ever, and will not believe anything of the peace, but do persist for war; they say there that the English will not have a Peace unless they buy it at a dear rate, and with ready money; which the Zealanders look upon as a peace that will be dishonourable, troublesome, disadvantageous, and not lasting: but we that are Merchants must pray and desire peace, for if these miserable wars continue, we shall be quite undone for want of trade, which is the only support of these countries. I have sent you here enclosed, a Narrative of a paper printed at Haerlem, entitled Peace, or true news of the Peace concluded between the United Provinces, and the Commonwealth of England. The substance whereof being contracted is to this effect, viz. First, That the Deputies of Holland by the dissolution of the last Parliament, and the transferring the Sovereignty of the said Commonwealth of England to Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector, had been interrupted three days in their Negotiation. 2. That on the third of January, 1653, they treated very close with the English Commissioners at Whitehall, and the eight very near perfected the Treaty, which was not brought to a full end because of some difficulty. 3. Thereupon the Lordships (as they had done sometimes before) declaring to be desirous to return home, and demanding a to that effect, it was granted them the ninth day, and they being gone to Gravesend, the said Treaty hath there being resumed in hand by the English, and all the Articles renewed, whereupon the Allies and Confederates were comprehended in it. And that the fourteenth the Peace was there agreed on, concluded and signed, God Almighty be praised; being a great blessing for the Protestants throughout Christendom. 4. That afterward the Lord Deputies of Holland, after many loving embracements, went the 16 into a ship appointed for them and ready to set sail, and their Lordships arrived in the Mase the 21, and about noon arrived at Schiedam, from whence they came that evening to the Hague, where, upon their coming, and the report they have made of the peace concluded, and of all the circumstances, there hath been great rejoicing. 5. That the 22 the States sent Letters to all the Towns and Burroughs concerning this great and good business, that every one might be informed thereof. 6. The time will not yet give me leave (good Countrymen ) to afford you more particulars of the Treaty; I shall only add, that the Lords States will speedily call for a meeting, to agree, ratify, and approve the said Articles of Peace. God grant it. Hague, Jan. 22 stilo novo, 1654. I shall not stand to dispute the truth of that contained in the aforesaid Letter, but it pleases God to be as favourable to us as he hath been within this eight or ten days, they will be glad to embrace peace upon any terms. A Vessel from New-Haven, forced on shore upon the French coast by the Diamond. An Holland Virginia Merchant ship run on board and sunk by the Ruby Frigate. A prize of Wines taken by the Middleborough, is brought into Plymouth. A Dutch Merchant ship richly laden, sunk upon the coasts of France, upon a chase. A French man taken by Captain Heaton, laden with Wines, sent into Plymouth. Two Dutch ships sunk near the coasts of Norway. A Flyboat, called the Spotted Oxe, an Holland Merchant ship coming from Bordeaux, laden with Wines, of 140 Lasts, taken by the Captain Hide, sent into Dartmouth. A Dutch Merchant ship taken upon the coasts of Scotland. One Dutch ship sunk, coming from Bordeaux, near the Pole head. A Dutch Flute belonging to Monnickedam, taken near Gothenburg. A small Vessel called the Hope of Campheir, with Deal boards and ballast, brought in by the Expedition. Another ship coming from Dantzick, belonging to the same place. The noble Reception of His Excellence the Lord Whitlock by her Majesty of Sweden, deserves to be recommended to posterity; And that succeeding Generations may record as well the Virtues of this royal Queen, as the Victories of Her Heroic Father, I have here inserted the Copy of a Letter from a Gentleman of quality belonging to the Lord Ambassador, now at the Swedish Court in Upsalah. SIR. I shall give you an account of our journey from Gothenburg to Upsalah, which hath been very long and difficult, yet our God hath brought us lately the last night. We went out of Gothenburg on Wednesday the 29 of November. The Magistrates came solemnly to take their leaves, the Citizens were in Arms in the Marketplace, and the Garrison Soldiers upon the Works, as we passed they gave us several Volleys of small and great shot. The first night my Lord Lagerfield's Secretary met us from the Court, whither he posted to give the Qu. notice of our arrival, and she sent him back to attend my Lord in his journey, and to see that we had accommodation, which was a great assistance to us in our journey. Our his Train consisted of 83 saddle Horses, 2 Coaches, and about 60 Wagons, few of them carrying not above one Trunk a piece, being very small, and drawn with one horse apiece, being brought in by the Country at the Queen's command, as every stage. The fifth day's journey we came to a City called Scazez, and the tenth day Mr. Andrew Potley met us by the way, and one Mr Lily Chrone a servant of the Queen's, who was sent to visit my Lord in his journey. The 11 days journey we came to Erbrow, where we met with Letters from England. The 14 days journey we came to a City called Westraaz, and from thence went to a Town called Eucopin within 4 leagues of Upsalah; At night Letters came from the Grand Master of the Ceremonies to Mr. Lily Chrone, signifying that the Queen and her Nobles were amazed at his Excellencies being advanced so far in so short a time, that Her Majesty was disposed to receive him with more than ordinary respect and honours, and could not make preparation accordingly in so short a time, therefore desired him to repose there till Monday, whose commands my Lord obeyed. Tuesday morning we went from thence to Upsalah, the Weather continuing extreme hard; Half a league before we came to Town, the Master of the Ceremonies met his Excellency, and told him that the Queen had sent him to congratulate his safe arrival, and to conduct him to Upsalah: About a quarter of a league from the Town, two Senators met his Excellency, that is, two of the Council of State, they spake in the Swedish tongue, to the same effect as the Master of Ceremonies, as their Interpreter told us; My Lord answered them in English, that the respect which her Majesty did bear to the Commonwealth of England, appeared in the honourable reception of him their servant, which he desired to acknowledge with thanks to Her Maj: They then brought his Excellency into a rich Coach of the Queen's, where the two Senators and Master of the Ceremonies sate with him. There were divers other Coaches of the Queen's, with the Spanish Agents, and many Noblemen's Coaches, in all eighteen, every one with 6 horses, and a great many of the Queen's servants on Horseback, they brought his Excellence to his lodging and then left him; the Rooms of Entertainment and four or five Bed Chambers were furnished with the Queen's Hangings and Beds, the Bed in his Excellency's Chamber richly embroidered with gold; About half an hour after came in a Gentleman of the Bed-chamber to my Lord, and told his Excellency that the Queen had sent to see how he did after his journey, to bid him welcome, and my Lord returned his thanks to Her Majesty: then Mr. Laggerfieldt was sent to see if we wanted any accommodations and to take care that we might be supplied: Afterwards the Master of the Ceremonies desired of his Excellency a Copy of his Credentials, which he had ready and gave to him, who carried them presently to the Queen, and left them with her, and returned back to accompany his Lordship to supper. In a Lobby next to the withdrawing Room, is a constant guard of the Queen's Partisans, beyond that a very fair Room, which was very well furnished, with a great deal of Plate, and many wax Candles in it; two Tables were plentifully furnished, one of his Excellence, the other for his Steward, and over his Excellency's Seat hung a Canopy of State. About the middle of Supper the Master of the Ceremonies began a health to his Lordship, which he denying to pledge, some high words passed between them; but it was afterwards moderated, and they are since reconciled. The Queen hath appointed his Highness Embassy to be speedily audited; and then you shall have the Copy of Her Majesty's Answer. Upsalah, Decemb. 22. Take this from Scotland, The Enemy is much startled at Lorn's revolt, and think there is some design in it, Col. Okey's Cap. Lieutenant fell into their quarters near Dunkel took 10 prisoners, 16 horses, and killed two on the place. But a party of Capt. Elsmore were not so successful his Lieutenant being sent with 30 horse to rescue some sheep taken by the Enemy, pursued them, and recovered their prize; but returning were Ambuscaded , and had an intricate retreat; the Cornet, one Corporal, and two Troopers were killed, and 7 taken; but divers of the Enemy lost their lives, amongst the rest Col. Wogan is supposed to be one, who charged first with the English. The Spring comes on apace, and then our forces will take the field, and soon quell these insolent fellows. We have there at the least 20 complete Regiments, which for satisfaction of the curious I shall here nominate. General Monk's, Col Read's, Col Okey's, Col Penwick's, Col. Riche's, Col Fairfax's Col. Twistleton's, Col Cooper's, Col Overton's, that which was Major General Harrison's, Col. Alured's, Col. Morgan's, Col. Daniels', Col. Fitch's, Col. Ashfield's, Col. Cobbet's, Col Salmon's, Col. Tomlinson's, part of Col. Sanderson's, the Company at Dunbarton, besides going to Scotland, Major General Lambert's, Commissioner Whaley's, part of Sir William Constable's. His Highness the Lord Protector and his Right Honourable Council, set forth an Ordinance declaring, That it shall be high Treason for any person (not being an Officer, Soldier, or Member of the Army) to plot contrive, or endeavour the stirring up of any mutiny in the said Army, or if any person shall invite or assist any Foreigners invading England, Scotland, or Ireland, or if any person shall plot, contrive, or endeavour the betraying or yielding up any City, Town, Fort, Ship or Vessel, belonging to this Commonwealth, or if any person shall compass or imagine the death of the Lord Protector for the time being, or if any person or persons shall maliciously or advisedly either by writing, printing, openly declaring, preaching, teaching, or otherwise publish, that the Lord Protector, and the people in Parliament assembled, are not the Supreme authority of this Commonwealth, or if any person or person whatsoever, shall proclaim, declare, publish, or anyway promote Charles Stuart, eldest son to the late King, or James Stuart one other of his sons, or any other the issue or posterity of the said late King or any other person or persons, claiming by, from, or under him or them, or either or any of them, or any of the Dominions to them, or either of them belonging; or if any person or persons shall give, keep or hold any intelligence whatsoever, by Letters, Messages, or otherwise, to or with the said Charles Stuart, James Stuart, the late Queen their mother, or any of them; or if any person or persons shall counterfeit the money of this Commonwealth: or shall bring any false money into this land, either counterfeit or other, like to the money of this Commonwealth (knowing such money to be false) to the intent to merchandize, or otherwise; or if any person or persons shall hereafter falsely forge or counterfeit any such kind of Coin, either of Gold or Silver, which is not the proper coin of this Commonwealth, and yet is or shall be current within the same; or shall bring from the parts beyond the Seas into this Commonwealth, or into any the Dominions of the same, any such false or counterfeit copy of money to the intent to utter or make payment with the same, within the Commonwealth. Or if any person or persons shall Impair, Falsify, Clip, Wash, Round File and Scale, or lighten any the proper monies of this Commonwealth, or false monies or coins of any other place allowed, or suffered to be current within this Commonwealth. Some persons are already apprehended for breach of this Ordnance, doubtless they were afraid they should lost their Turn, they might have made less haste, for I believe they'll find cold entertainment at Paddington. The dejected Cavaliers in the Netherlands, though they have empty purses, yet they are full of Inventions to advance their Dear King's interest; and have reported throughout the United Provinces, That the Scots have taken the City of Aberdeen and 2000 Horse from the English; and feign the story thus. That the English having gathered from Aberdeen and other Garrisons a great number of Horses intended to fall upon the Highlanders, who were met in a very considerable Body; these latter having warning thereof, and being acquainted with the Country; did cut the way to the English, insomuch that they were forced to march through a Morass ground, where the Horses stuck fast, and they were forced to fly to Aberdeen a foot back, to which place the Highlanders pursued them, and afterward forced the Town. Mazarin plays the Machiavel in the French Court, and hath prevailed so far with the King, that his brother Cardinal, de Retz, is commanded to be kept close prisoner, and cannot procure a mouthful of fresh air, though he should pawn his Cap to purchase it. Conte is making his peace with the King, and Conde hath a fortnight's time to come in, which if he refuse, his Estate is to be sequested, and he proclaimed Traitor, and to be executed (if they can catch him) without further trial. The Rentiers in Paris grow numerous, and their discontents high; and there is a Proclamation published, prohibiting all persons to meet in or about the City or Suburbs, to fight with any manner of weapons, or to throw stones at one another; and the King of France hath caused some English ships to be arrested and stayed. There is a Declaration signed unanimously by the Officers of the English Navy, who protest to live and die in defence of the present Government. There are divers Dutch ships come into Vlie and the Texel from the Straits, and some prizes have been brought into Flushing by the Dutch Freebooters. General Pen rides with the English Fleet without St. Helens point and hath sent divers Frigates Eastward, to convoy 12 Merchantmen into the Downs. Those eight Frigates formerly sent out to cross the Channel, are returned again, and have brought in with them two Dutch prizes. There happened a very sad accident on Friday last, part of the inside of the ancient, famous and Metropolitan Church of St Paul in London fell down, to the ground, which so amazed the Inhabitants near it, that they thought there had been a general Earthquake: As yet it is not certainly known how many were killed and lie buried under the stones and rubbish; report speaks of four of five, but not knowing it to be certain, I refer you till my next for further in Information. The printed Government gives much satisfaction to out friends in Scotland, and is Reprinting at Leith, and the Officers of every Regiment are signing Representations of their approbations hereof; divers of which are already sent in, and the rest will be speedily read; in which they declare to live and die with His Highness. Published according to Order. London, printed by Robert Wood. 1654.

The Politique Informer, Issue 1

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Strange and wonderful News from the Isle of Jersey, concerning Mr. John Lilburn, late prisoner in the Tower of London; and a Narrative of several particulars touching the State Affairs. With a Declaration of his Highness the Lord Protector to the People, and the Debates of the Committee, touching the Equity and Lenity of the Law, and that the Justice thereof allots no pardon to the Wicked. The King of Denmark's Message to the Lord Protector, A Declaration of the Christian Princes touching the present Government, and the Inscription of the Papers affixed and set up touching his Highness. The proceedings of the two Armies in Scotland, and the taking of Brazil from the States of Holland. The concluding of a peace between England and Holland, causeth new counsels in almost all the Courts of Christendom; and so radiant a lustre doth it cast among the Princes, that many of them have been pleased to set forth a congratulatory Declaration, owning the Government which is invested in Him: And withal, sundry papers have been set up at the most eminent places in several parts, with this Inscription, his Highness the Lord Protector, and her Highness Protectress, are gone to Hampton Court. The Yeomen of his Highness' Guard wait by turns Monthly, and Mr. Ingoldsby (brother to col. Ingoldsby) is made captain of the Guard. Their coats are grey cloth with black Velvet collars, and black Velvet and silver lace and trimming. col. Nathaniel Fiennes is added a member to the council. The French Ambassador makes many applications to his Highness, by way of negotiating a peace between England and his Majesty (who is now of years to be crowned very suddenly) if he propound terms safe and honourable, he need not doubt of his Errand, For it is a sign of godliness to be at peace with all men; yet peace cannot triumph, except Reason ruleth. The Ambassador from the King of Denmark has presented his Letters credential from the King his Master, and on Friday last he had audience before his Highness, where he congratulated him in his place of Government, and seemed to acknowledge it a happiness that so much of the differences were taken up by the Treaty with the Dutch, and hoped all would conduce to a happy peace, to the advancement of the Protestant Religion, and stopping the effusion of innocent blood. This appears very fair; but he had something more of State Affairs, which he imparted in writing unto his Highness, and will afterwards be taken into consideration. There is to be a general Rendezvous upon the Downs by the English fleet very suddenly; and Rear-Admiral Lawson is already gone towards the Northern parts with 20 men of war; the Fairfax is Admiral; and 'tis said he hath landed 6 or 7000 men near the Isles of Orkney, who intend to make up suddenly towards Gen. Middleton, who has sent the Lord Glengary into the West with 500 resolute men of fortune to raise the people ingeneral. Col. Morgan is marched to Tain, where he saw the enemy, but could not come at them for want of boats, the water being broad and very impetuous, which constrained him to return back to Dingwel. From Ireland they write, That the Lord Deputy Fleetwood, and his council of Officers, have ordered that 5000 horse and foot be sent to the North of Scotland and col. Venables is taking care to transport 'em, good shipping attend them. The General council hath cast Lots for the Provinces, for satisfying the Arrears of the Soldiery, and the Lot of the General Officers is fallen in Munster. The standing Army from June 1649 are content to take two Thirds at present. The Officers of the Army have jointly subscribed a Letter to his Highness, owning the Government which is invested in Him. From Hamburg it is advertised, That the King of Denmark has been to visit the new Church of Altenaw, & the next day went back to Gluckstadt; upon whose arrival came intelligence of Gen. Koningsmark's surprising of the Town of Bremerburgh. Upon the Queen of Sweden's Demands to the Emperor of Germany for 13500 Rix-dollars, being so much left unpaid by the upper Rhine, it was granted. Gen. Pen is going from London to the Fleet; the design honourable, but the Instructions private. Of which, more in our next. In the interim, some of the English frigates have alarmed the French, and rides triumphantly upon that coast; but two Reg. are sent to Rochel to reinforce that Garrison: from whence they write, That the English have taken 42 of their ships laden with Wines, which doth very much trouble the King and Council; unto whom, a Message is come from his holiness, for celebrating a Marriage between his Niece, and K. Lewis: If you will have any more news at present, you must go to Pope Innocent the Tenth, who is now going to his grave; his death will make the Janseninas high in France, and will occasion some Tumults, it may be. The K. of France is preparing large Offers to the English for peace; and among other things, that the Protestants in that Kingdom shall enjoy their Liberties and freedom in Religion. Dover the 24 of April, 1654. This evening came into this Road a private man of War being a Marget Hoy of 6 guns, and about 50 men, who having found in the channel a Dutch ship coming from the West-Indies that have been long at Sea, and both ship and men much spent by the tediousness of the Voyage, did of a sudden clap Them aboard, and after a short (but sharp) dispute, became Masters of her, and brought her along with them: the ship is said to be of great value, for besides plate, whereof several Letters say there is a good quantity, the ship will be found full of other rich commodities, which will prove very beneficial to the Takers, when it comes to be judged prize. His Highness the Lord Protector has spent much time with his Council, about regulating the Law, the easing of the people, the redressing of Grievances, and the abating of Taxes, and it is hoped, we shall now have the enjoyment of our long looked for Liberties. The Lord Protector and his council have set forth an additional Ordinance for the Excise; a copy whereof take as followeth: Whereas by an Ordinance of the 17 of March last, entitled, An Ordinance for continuing the Excise, it is next after the Rates therein specified, generally declared and provided, That all other goods and merchandizes (except Bolloin, Corn, Victual, Arms, Ammunition, Ordnance of Brass or Iron; imported, or to be imported) not specified, or therein rated, should pay after the rate of 5 l. per centum, according as the same are charged by the book of Rates, for the custom to be paid by the first buyer one shilling. Be it ordained, and it is hereby ordained and declared by his Highness, with the advice and consent of his Council, That the said clause be null and void; and instead thereof, Be it hereby ordained and declared, That all other goods and merchandizes, mentioned in the said book of Rates for the Customs, (except Bulloin, Corn, Victual, arms, Ammunition, Ordnance of Brass or Iron, and Wools of sheep) imported, or to be imported, which are not in the said Rates of Excise before or otherwise charged, shall hereafter pay Excise, after the rate of five pounds per centum, to be paid by the first buyer from the Merchant or Importer, and the same is to be collected accordingly. And to the end, the whole Receipts of the Excise may be the better reduced into one Cash, and the charge and number of Officers thereby retrenched, It is hereby ordained by Authority aforesaid, That from and after the 25 day of March last, the Revenue of the Excise shall be Excise shall be but one Receipt, and so accounted for; and that all Receipts and Accounts heretofore taken or kept of any payment of Excise or new Import, be virtue of any additional Act, Ordinance, or Order of Parliament, and designed to separate use or uses whatsoever, shall from thenceforth cease and be void, and be brought and reduced to one general Cash and public Revenue. Provided nevertheless, that the moiety of all fines and forfeitures, imposed and received since the 25 of March last, or that hereafter shall be imposed and received, shall be still kept in an Account apart, and be paid out towards the maintenance of widows and maimed soldiers, according to the Ordinance of Parliament of the 13 of July, 1647. And it is hereby for the further Relief of the said Widows and maimed soldiers, ordained, That from and after the said 25 day of March last, there shall be, out of the general Cash and Revenue of the Excise, allowed the certain yearly sum of 26260 pounds, to be paid weekly by equal portions out of the said public Receipt, unto such person or persons as is, are, or shall be appointed thereunto by his Highness and his Council, and be entrusted for employing and disposing thereof to the use aforesaid. Which said yearly sum of 26260 pounds is to be in lieu of all and every sum and sums of money assigned by any Act, Ordinance, or Order of Parliament, out of any the Receipts of the Excise, for the relief of the said Widows and maimed soldiers, other than the moiety of fines and forfeitures before excepted; And the present Commissioners of the Excise, or any three of them, shall have power from time to time to issue out all moneys, either delivered over unto them, by the commissioners preceding them, or which hath, or shall be received by them since the 25 of March last, according as they are, or shall be directed by his Highness the Lord Protector, and his Council, or by Authority thereof. And the said Commissioners for Excise, and their Sub commissioners, are hereby empowered to make repayment of the Excise to any person whatsoever, for any goods imported upon the Exportation thereof, in such sort as the late commissioners might have done before the 25 day of March last, It appearing unto them that the duty of the said Goods have been fully paid; any former Clause, Article, or provision to the contrary notwithstanding. Hen. Scobel, Clerk of the Council. The Committee have spent some time in order to the regulating of the Law, and many gallant things are in agitation for the ease of the people, and the due administration of Equity and Justice: in pursuance whereof, these particulars are laid before them, viz. 1 That Justice is the mother of Virtues, the right Spouse of Fortitude, for which Governors are created; and by whose virtue they rule. 2 Justice allots not pardon to the Wicked, which might bring the hazard of the Country. 3 Justice requireth Equity, Equity judgeth with Lenity, Lenity produceth Laws, which sometimes must extend to extremity. There is great hopes of a universal Redemption from slavery, and the enjoyment of true Liberty and Freedom is now arriving at the Haven of England, where 'tis hoped, the free born people in general, will now suddenly anchor: The Lord grant it; 'tis high time. The next Term is like to be kept without any interruption, and a new Oath was lately administered to the Judges whereby impartial Justice may be equally executed. From Southampton thus: Sir, Mr, John Lilburn (we hear) is committed to the old Castle in Jersey, where he deports himself with abundance of patience and humility, and has also declared, That he aims at nothing more than the glory of God, the advancement of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the restoring of every free-born man of England, to its ancient Rights and privileges, and the perfect purging of the Law from all abuses and corruptions He sent a Letter to his very much afflicted wife; but it was intercepted, and carried to his Highness. SIR, I sent unto you about a fortnight since; but having very little news in that letter I was resolved to make you amends in this, (though in a few words) by acquainting you that our Treaty with the queen is concluded, and the Articles of Agreement are signed, which are, 1 That from henceforward there shall be a firm and perpetual peace. 2 That they shall assist each other against any enemy whatsoever. 3 That there shall be free Trade and Commerce. The rest are very honourable on both sides. And my Lord intends for England suddenly. Upsal, April 8. 1654. The last letters from Holland say, That the Royal party give out, that there hath been a great fight in Scotland, and that Gen. Middleton hath obtained a great Victory, and killed col. Morgan; yes, in skits: but I conceive this to be coined with a false stamp; so that probably we may chance them in time for their fictitious and vainglorious Reports. From Scotland we have received intelligence, That Gen. Middleton having drawn most of his forces Northwards, some engagement happened, and a part of 40 horse commanded by an English Captain, advanced as far as Provost Marburnie's house near Dumfries, which they fired; but the Provost and his party maintained the Tower against them, and after a desperate storm, and sharp dispute, two of the English were slain, divers wounded, and the castle being not feasible, the enemy made good their retreat, with little loss. col. Morgan remains still about Dingwal, unto whose assistance col. Pride, col. Allared, and divers other Regiments are designed from England and Ireland. Upon Gen. Monk's arrival, he sent for all his Officers at London to make all possible speed to their Charge, being resolved to proceed with all expedition, and to engage suddenly. And the enemy are preparing to receive him, who have determinated in Council, to dispute the field either to Death or Victory. In the late Engagement capt. Rogers (Agent for the K. of Scots) was taken, and carried to Dalkieth, where he was tried, condemned, and executed, and received his Sentence of Death with great humility and meekness of Spirit, making a copious Speech upon the Ladder, interwoven with sundry methodical expressions, touching his life and conversation, and his integrity to the Trust reposed in him, saying, That he deemed it a singular mercy from the great Tribunal of Heaven, that Providence had decreed him worthy of laying down his life. From France it is certified, That there has been a great dispute between the K. of Scots, and P. Rupert, about the Swallow guns; but wisdom over-swaying passion, Amity at last intervened, and the Gentlemen were both reconciled. It is said that the Queen of Sweden hath resigned her Crown, and is expected this Summer at the Spaw, where young Charles, and his brother James, do intend to meet her Majesty, and divert themselves at the season. His Majesty has sent two Councillors of the Parliament to Chantilli and Montmorencie, to take possession of the Prince of Conde's Revenues and Castles, and to reunite them to the Crown of France, which accordingly they did, and there proclaimed him Traitor by Act of Parliament; that's no news. but his Highness is resolved to prosecute the Cause notwithstanding, and since the denouncing of that bloody Sentence against Him, he has made a vigorous progress in the same Colours, and hung up some of the Effigies of the Nobility at his headquarters. The King of Scots is upon his removal; but the Duke of York is very much solicited to continue his command in the Army, being in high esteem with the King and Court, and Achilles like striketh Terror where He comes. There has been seen over the city of Paris a blazing Comet, which shot her threatening Train towards the North: some interpret, that it pretends great miseries; and, to speak the truth, 400 of the malcontents murmuring themselves into a conspiracy, and crying out in the streets, No Mazarin, no Tillier, no Servient, the Provost with a strong guard came to suppress them, and falling immediately to blows, divers were killed and wounded on both sides. by the last Express from Scotland, thus: We conceive the Enemy is drawing to their great Rendezvous in the Highlands, we have lately been grievously plagues with their inroads upon the Lowlands, where they burnt and destroyed all that stood before them near Dumfries, and other places; the reasons of their mischiefs and our loss is want of intelligence from amongst them; for if we should hang up a hundred of them that we take, we should scarce squeeze ten true words out of them. Gen. Middleton we hear hath made his way out of Southerland, where col. Morgan thought to have engaged his horse, but it proved not feasible; for indeed we have an enemy as subtle as resolute, and they play fast and loose with us in places of advantage; they expect the Duke of York's coming to them, and their thoughts extend so far, that there will then be a general Rising of the people: But alas (poor Gentlemen) 'tis dubious whether he will engage in the Holy War, as the Scots calls it; or draw his Sword against those which are sanctified, as the Saints term it. From Holland they write, That the States are sending out a considerable number of men of War to Brazil: 'tis time, for true it is, that they have almost lost all which they formerly got: Ha, ha, mark this Gentlemen, that ill-gotten Goods will waste and dissolve as a Snow-ball in the radiant Sun. Strange and various are the Reports from the Isle of Jersey, touching Mr. John Lilburn; so that I shall endeavour to reduce my Pen from inserting any Thing that may prove obnoxious, or disconsonant from the Rules of Verity; only thus much, that by Tradition of Circumstances, 'tis made out, that he is mortus est; but whether it be under the notion of feeling the pulses of the people, or alienating the minds of their affections form the present Government, I cannot administer any Antidote; thought preventing Physic be ever held more safe than removing. But from all sudden and untimely Deaths, Gen. Monk is upon his march from Edinburgh towards Aberdeen, and most of the Additional forces are drawing up to the General Rendezvous.

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A great Fight between the English and the Dutch; the number of the Dutch Fleet besides fifty Fire-ships, and a List of the ships taken; With outable satisfaction concerning the proceedings between the English and the Dutch about the Articles of Peace, and the State's General Letters to their Ambassadors here. Ten thousand Foot and seven thousand Horses raised in Scotland by Gen: Middleton, Glencarn, Seafort, and others, a particular touching their Rendezvous, with the Soldiers throwing up of their caps, and crying out Vive le Roy. The differences, and fighting betwixt the French Gentlemen, and the Portugals at Tower hill at the Ambassadors coming in. A Petition was presented to the Lord Mayor, and Aldermen of the City for the Hangman's place, wherein the Petitioner alleged that the old Hangman was incapable of Esquire, of the Hectors, saying that he was not good either at Knot, or Knife; which business was so far taken into consideration, that the Petitioner carried the place to the dishonour of the old Esquire of the Triple Trade. Several Vessels have been cast away this week upon the River of Thames by Tempests. An Ordinance was published for continuing the Act of laying an imposition upon the Coals, towards the building and maintaining ships for the guarding of the Seas, to be in force until the 26. of March 1655. An Ordinance for the passing custodies for Idiots, and Lunatics, &c. Also an Ordinance for continuing the Act of impressing of Seamen, to be in force until Novemb: 1. 1654. There is arrived this week from Ireland three Vessels laden with Irish commodities, and brought over some few passengers; they say little for News from thence, only that the Country in many parts wants people to till the ground; that the Tories, and others, of that bloody crew are very near all suppressed, there being only very small parties remaining on foot, but dare not to stand to any engagement with such parties of ours as are sent to destroy them, and so clear the Country of them, upon the least report that they hear of our men approaching they presently run into the Woods and Boggs, where there is little or no access to them. We have been little troubled of late with any Picaroons, one only was seen the beginning of this week to the Westward of the isle of Lundy; but upon the report made him by a Fisher boat, that one of our Frigates appointed to keep the Seas was in pursuit, he immediately went away, and left this Channel, sailing towards the Land's end, he hath about six guns, and 60 men, being a Dutch Vessel, but a singular good sailer. Since that the Fleet of Colliers bound for the Southward hath passed by, there hath not sailed this way many ships, save only a few bound for Newcastle, Berwick, and the Frith in Scotland; two days since two Dutch Freebooters were seen about Fylie Bay, and seeing nothing to pray upon, the went about Flamborough into the Bay, and seeing nothing ready to be snapped up, they sailed into the Sea, and were seen this evening hovering about the mouth of Humber. There is no account yet come of the Highlanders great Rendezvous, which was to be about Wednesday last in Badgenoth, in order to which all their Forces are drawn Northwards, where they will arm those that want, and endeavour to raise Sutherland, Gaithnesse, and Rosse, and so drain the Country of all the sensible men they can get together, though I suppose when that is done, they will not be able to keep the, which if they once become more numerous they will attempt. By another Letter further thus: Seafort hath raised his number to 700, and the last general Rendezvous of them all, they spake themselves to be seven thousand Armed, but have no monies, only are fed with great hopes of sums to come out of Germany, and that the titular Duke of York is to bring from thence an additional supply of men under his conduct, and on this depends the great expectation of Charles Stuart's arrival amongst them. In the interim they march towards our Borders, forcing their Levies throughout their march. Saturday morning about three of the clock the Male with the Dutch Letters going from Southwark towards Dover, was seized, and broke open by Thieves within a mile of St: George's Church, which they did as supposed upon the hopes to find money, but finding none, broke open all the Letters that were in packets, and throwed them on the ground, and turned the man back again. The French Ambassador (of whom we made mention before) had Audience this Day by his Highness the Lord Protector in the Banqueting house at Whitehall, where stood a Chair of State, and his Highness by it. The Ambassador is a man of Eminency in France, having the advantage of a very large Revenue, as an Ornament for his natural endowments, and shows himself so true a Monsieur, that he made three low congies to his Highness the Ld: Protector at his coming up to make his Speech, or Oration to him, which was partly congratulatory, wherein he wanted not words to demonstrate the joys of his Master, and how happy he apprehends the people to be, that are under so good a Governor; with whom that Most Christian King desireth to enter into League, and Confederacy. He therefore in the first place doth desire a Treaty for a free Trade, and Commerce, and that acts of hostility may cease, with some other things which will be yielded to, if it may be done with Honour and safety to the Nation. March 2. taken by the Newcastle Frigate, one Galliot hoy, whose malt being shot by the board, she was burnt. Taken the same day by the Assurance Frigate, the Hope of Housdown burthen 50 Tons, only Ballast on board. Taken then also by the Phnix the Clans of Housdown, burthen 50 Tons, only Ballast on board. March 14. Taken by the Mermaid's Boat, the Skell-fish of Mazeland Slays with Fish, Salt, and some empty Cask. Taken the same day also by the Phnix her Boat, the Phampart of Mazeland Slays, burthen thirty Tons, with Fish, Salt, and empty Cask likewise. March 12. Taken by the Mermaid the Providence of Mazeland Slays, burthen 28 Tons, with the like lading. March 17. Brought by the Lee by the Phnix, and her boat sent on board, and afterward run on board by the Newcastle, who broke her head, and Boltsprit, and forced the Phnix her Boat off, viz: the Fortune of Delfs haven, burthen 200 Tons, laden with brandy Wine, French Wine, prunes, &c. Taken the same day by the Phnix the Blew pigeon of Pumurland, burthen 200 Tons, laden also with Brandy Wine, French Wines, and Prunes. March 18. Taken by the Mermaid one Galliot Hoy, burthen 25 Tons. March 19. Taken by the Mermaid two Scotch Vessels; the one laden with Beef, Flower, Train Oil, Deer skins, and Sugars, the other had only Ballast; both of them were going for Holland, having been first taken by a private Man of War belonging to Enchuisen, but thus recovered. March 20. Taken by the Mermaid the Waking Buy of Enchuysen, and with her eight guns, 150 pounds of powder, shot proportionable, twelve Pikes, ten Muskets, eight Pistols, and a Boat with four Oars. It is advertised by Letters from Scotland that since Middleton, there is a Lord landed with some more men, and Arms. The last Thursday were brought here in a Pink sent for that purpose Letters of the 20 Instant from the Lord Ambassadors now in England, whereby we hear they give advice to the Lords' States, that the Treaty of Peace was not yet concluded, but that preparations for Sea were made there in all haste, the occasion whereof was unknown to them, which caused some suspicions, and jealousies amongst the said Lords' States; Insomuch that the Vice Admiral Ruyter, and the Scout by night, Tromp, with other Captains received Orders to resort presently to Amsterdam, which they did accordingly Wednesday morning, as also several Messengers were dispatched to the Counsels of the Admiralties. The Lieut: Admiral: the Lord Van Opdam was likewise commanded to come from Brabant where he was, hither. And yet we cannot understand by the Letters come from London the night between the 20. and 21. that any difficulties should have arisen wherefore the Treaty should not go on, so that it is believed that the same may have a good success, and that those preparations made there may be for some other design. We have very little certainty of the Scottish Affairs. It is presumed that Middleton is arrived in Scotland to gather what forces he can to restore the titular King his Master's Fortune. Last night a Pink hath been by the Lords' States dispatched from Scheveling into England, though he be but stirring up humours to boil, which without question will break this Spring. There is a Relation come to our hands, printed in Holland, France, and Flanders, and hath been looked upon as a piece of Rarity in all places where it came, therefore at the first publishing of it in England, me thinks it should be thought as Rare, as it is proved acceptable in other places; the thing is this. In the time of the Wars in France between the King, and the P: of Conde, where the Town of Mollorayes was besieged, two Virgins (more honourable for virtue, than of descent) being tender of Age, and sensible of the violations of unruly soldiers, apprehending that upon the yielding up of the Forts of the Town, the fortresses of their chastity would also be shaken, whereupon they study a way as much as in them lies) to defend both, and so betake themselves to man's apparel, and come into trail a Pike amongst the rest of the Volunteers. Under which condition they behaved themselves very gallantly, and after that in several other Warlike achievements, they both gained honour, and applause, and yet more particularly one of them, who named herself Anthony Lesperance, was advanced to the degree of a Captain, in a short time, and at seven several fights showed, so much valour, and gallantry, that she obtained the place of a Colonel, shortly after there happened another great Fight at St: Cruses, where the other Comrade (which was then no less than a Captain was slain in Battle, whereof this valiant Colonelless has speedy notice, and commanded a party to rescue the dead body of this Virgin Captain, chiefly because the Sex should be undiscovered. This business met with great opposition, and cost above 500 men's lives, but after all the body was taken away by this Anthony Lesperance and that party; after which the said Anthony Lesperance gave a Captain charge of theCorpse, and that the thing might be carried with the more secrecy, acquainted the Captain that it was the Body of a Woman who had showed herself valiant in the Wars and for the Honour of her sex, and therefore gave him a charge to bury the body in private. Shortly after this Anthony Lesperance was taken Prisoner at the Battle of Ashenburgh, and falling into the hands of unruly soldiers, was so nearly stripped that the sex was discovered, and made good the rescue of her Modesty, and having preserved her chastity amongst variety of Adventurers, resolved to spend her whole days a sacrifice to Piety, and so for her Honour was admitted in November last into the Cloister of St: Helen's, where she now remains amongst the Daughters of Noble Personages. Letters from France represent, that the titular King of Scotland is very sorry to understand the taking of Capt: Beach by the Warnick Frigate, which being noised over all the Palace in the morning, was contradicted at noon, but confirmed again in the evening; the taking of this Admiral hath possessed the rest with so great a fear, that the Letters say, they are afraid to venture anymore in the Narrow, but are all going to Toulon, in the service of the King of France. The killing of one of the Marquis of Plossermen, and the wounding of another by Pr: Rupert, one of his Gentlemen is so ill resented, that an Order was coming forth for the banishment of the said Prince from the court, and Kingdom of France, which is since demurred upon, this makes little for the affairs of the titular King of Scotland, whose condition was there low enough before. We have taken his week (say the Letters from Scotland) divers who were going to assist the Highlanders, whose Army is marched more Northwards than it was; there is a Report that the titular Scots King was to Marry the Daughter of Lorraign, and that the Qu: of Sweden is to marry the Son of the Emperor of Germany; this is all for the present. What more thunderbolts yet? Is this all we can say of Peace during all this Treaty betwixt us and Holland would nor any man think it sufficient, when that men are to treat upon indifference which concern themselves, that they should agree for themselves, and leave the rest to stand or fall upon their own legs is not sufficient that we are like to loose money by the parties themselves, but upon their account we should loose more by others; but me thinks this doth not satisfy the Reader, therefore more particularly thus: these Ambassadors from Holland have protracted much time to little purpose, unless they suddenly conclude for themselves amp; leave out Denmark, about which they pretend they must have new Instructions, or Orders from their Superiors, and have sent Letters accordingly, and the States have sent Letters unto them: In the meantime Action grows ripe both for Sea and Land, (and truly we have seldom failed of good success after a Fast) At a late Rendezvous of the Holland Fleet they talk of 300 sail, besides 50 Fire ships, and at a Land rendezvous in Scotland they give forth of themselves, that they are 10000 Foot, and 7000 pitiful Horse; and still they are forcing the Country, and fed with such fond thoughts from beyond Sea, that the common Soldiers begin to vapour, and say that at their next Rendezvous they will cry, Vive Le Roy. Now to let you understand how this business is balanced, take notice that the English fleet is floating upon the Narrow seat in a most stately Equipage, both for gallantry, and number. Also the Lord Henry Cromwell having settled Ireland in a gallant posture of Peace, and quietness, is returned safe, and in Scotland (for all the proud boasts of the Enemy) our Army desire nothing more, than to have a fair combat with them. We have given satisfaction before of the Audience of the French Ambassador, and his Speech. I wish the difference (which brake forth into blows) between the French Ambassador's Gentlemen, and the Portugal Ambassadors at Tower hill after their landing, may not prove a bad Omen. We have Intelligence of 5 ships more taken this week, and of a fight about an hour long betwixt 5 of the Dutch, and 3 English, and the English took 2 of the Dutch.

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