Spain: November 1507 | British History Online

Calendar of State Papers, Spain, Volume 1, 1485-1509. Originally published by Her Majesty's Stationery Office, London, 1862.

'Spain: November 1507', in Calendar of State Papers, Spain, Volume 1, 1485-1509, (London, 1862) pp. 441-442. British History Online https://www.british-history.ac.uk/cal-state-papers/spain/vol1/pp441-442 [accessed 27 April 2024]

November 1507



Nov. S. E. T. c. I. L. 5. f. 102.	Particulars of the arrival of King Ferdinand in Castile. 554. King Ferdinand Of Spain to the Princess Of Wales. Will only inform her, as she may have already heard what has taken place in Spain, that on arriving at Valencia he had not remained there longer than was necessary for his attendants to provide themselves with horses. While at Valencia the prelates and chief persons of the kingdom had written letters and sent deputations to him to express the joy which his arrival amongst them had caused. Many others had also waited upon him on his reaching the frontiers of Castile, and had made great demonstrations of rejoicing. They had, moreover, told him, that, after God, the welfare and restoration of his daughter the Queen depended on his coming. On it also depended the welfare of the kingdom, which had hitherto been a prey to injustice and scandals of all kinds. For there was no security for life or property throughout the realm. Among other things the Count of Lemus had taken Pontferrada and domains, which belonged to the Crown, and had seized on some estates belonging to the Marquis of Villa Franca. If he had not arrived when he did, and put a stop to these things, the patrimony of the Crown would, undoubtedly, have been lost. But on his arrival at Valencia had taken such measures that all tumults and disturbances were now at an end. On his entry into the kingdom of Castile, was joined by the Queen his daughter. The meeting had given both of them equal pleasure. After long conference with her, had done whatever seemed requisite for the administration of justice, and for the peace and security of the kingdom, whereat the people were greatly rejoiced. Had done everything without prejudice to any one, even of those who had deserved punishment. She must inform Henry of all that he has written:—Burgos, November 1507. Indorsed : "Almazan says 'Fiat.'" Spanish. Draft. pp. 4½.
Nov. (?) S. E. T. c. I. L. 5. f. 103.	Postponement of the payment of the marriage portion. 555. King Ferdinand Of Spain to Henry VII. Has received his letters of the 27th of August, and of the 3rd and 28th of September. By them, and by the letters of the Princess of Wales and Doctor De Puebla, also by what he has learnt from John Stile, has received ull tidings of his health and prosperity, together with that of the Prince and Princess of Wales, their common children. This intelligence has given him much pleasure, as also the true brotherly love which Henry has shown in his congratulations on his arrival in Spain. It has likewise gratified him much to learn that he has consented to a postponement for the payment of the marriage portion of the Princess of Wales. Will give such orders for the said payment that, God willing, it shall be made before the expiration of the time now fixed upon for the discharge of the whole debt. With regard to other matters, has written at length to the Princess of Wales, and to his ambassador De Puebla. Has also communicated with John Stile, who will make relation of everything to him. Indorsed : "Almazan says 'Fiat.'" Spanish. Draft. pp. 2½.