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Letters and Papers, Foreign and Domestic, Henry VIII, Volume 3, 1519-1523. Originally published by Her Majesty's Stationery Office, London, 1867.

'Henry VIII: October 1523, 1-10', in Letters and Papers, Foreign and Domestic, Henry VIII, Volume 3, 1519-1523, (London, 1867) pp. 1412-1425. British History Online https://www.british-history.ac.uk/letters-papers-hen8/vol3/pp1412-1425 [accessed 26 April 2024]

October 1523



1 Oct. Bodl. Tanuer MS. xc. 26. Burnet, pt. III. no. 8.	3377. WOLSEY to HENRY VIII.
	According to his letter of yesterday, has sent to the bishop of Bath, Pace and Hannibal for the election of himself, or, that failing, of cardinal De Medici, to the papacy. Begs the King will sign the letters if he approves of them. Although he supposes that, in conformity with the communications had with the King in that behalf, the Emperor has not failed before this time to advance the same, "yet nevertheless, for the more acceleration of his furtherance to be given thereunto, I have also devised a familiar letter in the name of your grace, to be directed unto his Majesty, which, if it may please your highness to take the pain for to write with your own hand, putting thereunto your secret sign and mark being between your grace and the said Emperor, shall undoubtedly do singular benefit and furtherance to your gracious intent and virtuous purpose in that behalf." However the matter shall chance, Wolsey will feel no less bound to the King than if he had attained the honor, to which he would never have aspired, except to please and serve the King. At the More, 1 Oct.
	P. 1. Modern copy.
1 Oct. R. O.	3378. SIR RICHARD WINGFIELD to WOLSEY.
	Does not mention the state of the army, as the lord Lieutenant (Suffolk) has written. Never knew so much hearty and faithful good will so frowardly retarded. If they obtain the conveyance and victuals they require, and the sickness abate, hopes this untoward commencement will have a prosperous ending. Thanks him for his favorable letters to his brother Sir Robert, showing his affection to their family. "For the weal and quiet of all Christendom there be some considerations that moveth me to wish that your grace might ascend to the see papal; whereunto to attain, after my poor opinion, if your grace be thereunto minded, there is no doubt but that the same shall follow and take effect, whereof for some particular respects I should be as sorry as any man." At the camp of Awske, 1 Oct. Signed.
	P. 1. Add.: To my lord Legate's grace. Endd.
1 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 84. B. M.	3379. WOLSEY to SURREY.
	Has received his letters dated at the camp at Gedworthe, the 23rd ult., containing an account of his entry into Scotland, his plans for destroying Gedworthe, and Albany's arrival in Scotland, and asking the King's pleasure about assembling the people within the limits of his commission; whether the 2,000 Yorkshiremen shall remain in garrison till the next moon, and that the sum of 20,000l. may be completed. Sent them to the King, with his opinion, and has received the following answer: The King thanks him for his diligence, and wishes him to thank those captians who deserve it. The Yorkshiremen must remain in garrison till the next moon, as Albany has arrived, that they may defend the Borders and make "excourses." He must prepare the people within the limits of his commission, so that troops can be raised on hearing of Albany's assembling an army. This will prevent him from laying siege to any town or castle, and besides the Scotch seldom take more than 20 days' victuals, of which a good part might be spent before they arrived at the Borders. It will be better not to fight unless he has a great advantage, but to encamp near the place he thinks the Duke means to attack, drawing out the time till their victuals are spent, and pursuing them as they return. The people on the Borders should be ordered to convey their corn and cattle out of the enemies' way. As to the money he wants, has ordered the archdeacon of Richmond to levy the loan money in the North from 20l. downwards, and the sums unpaid by the spirituality, which he thought would amount to 10,000l. or 12,000l., including what is in the hands of the abbot of St. Mary's. If, however, it is not enough to make up the 20,000l., will send down sufficient. As to gunners, Suffolk has all that could be found in these parts, but Wolsey will send 100 of those remaining at Portsmouth. The More, 1 Oct.
	Pp. 3. Headed: Copie of a lre sent frome my lorde Cardinall is grace to my lorde of Surrey, lieutenaunt of the north parties, treasourer and admirall of Ingland.
1 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 82. B. M.	3380. TUKE to SURREY.
	Sends a letter from Wolsey in answer to Surrey's last. Suffolk lately sent lord Sandes to a castle called Belle, near Boleyn, which was surrendered after some time, with 60 persons in it. Suffolk has orders to go to Corby, Ancre, Braye, and those parts. Bourbon has been sent for by the Emperor, and has gone through Averne to him on the borders of Languedoc, sending in the meantime in all haste for the 10,000 lanceknights, who are marching towards his country. It is thought he has now returned. The French king heard this at Lyons, and was so afraid, he did not know whether to move or stay. He has kept the gates shut and watched continually. France is in "a marvellous rore," and they cannot tell who is on one side, and who on the other. There are daily arrests of lords. The lady Margaret hears that the Swiss will not join the French, unless the King cross the mountains in person. It is said the remainder of his army there has been defeated. The Pope died 14 Sept. The election lies between Medicis, Furnariis and Wolsey, to whom several of the greatest have promised their votes, and he is in some hope. The More, 1 Oct. 1523.
	P. 1. Headed: Copie, &c.
1 Oct. Calig. B. VI. 284. St. P. IV. 40.	3381. SURREY to WOLSEY.
	Is informed by three spies, who arrived this Thursday before dinner, that Albany has assembled the Lords at Glasgow, that he has brought with him 8,000 foot, 200 men-of-arms and 300 light horse, and is making great preparations to invade England, proclamations being sent out for every one to be ready at a day's warning. At 2 p.m. Patrick Sinclair brought a letter from the queen of Scots, and instructions, of which he sends a copy, with the copy of his answer. It appears she cannot get shortly away, and will be compelled to remain longer than the King's answer will take to come. Thinks it better she should remain in Scotland, as it will only cause expense for her to be here. 1,000 or 2,000 marks would hardly satisfy her here, while 300l. or 400l. a year would please her there.
	Sinclair says that Albany must invade England, or send the Frenchmen home, for Scotland cannot support them. He thinks the Duke will go towards Carlisle, though Dacre expects him on these Borders. Some think he will send the young King into France to marry the French king's daughter, that he may gain a love for Frenchmen, which he has not at present. Has fortified Norham and Wark, and is in hope that by the time Albany has gained either of them his provisions will be exhausted, and his men weary of lying in the field. He will get no forage in England, for Surrey has ordered Sir Wm. Bulmer to see all the corn within five or six miles of the East Marches threshed and carried inland, and will burn it if the Scotch come. Has caused beacons to be made, and has had all the gentlemen of the country at Alnwick, and appointed places for the men to meet. Has ordered Sir Wm. Bulmer and Sir Ric. Tempest to see all the fords of the Tyll cast, so that Albany would waste a whole day in crossing them, if he entered that way. Bulmer thinks the fords between Tylmouth and Berwick might also be stopped. Has ordered him to try it with one ford, and if the casting of Tweed cost no more than that of the Tyll, it may be done under 100l. This will keep the Scots from doing harm in Elandshire, Norhamshire, Bamboroughshire and Glendale. Desires to know Wolsey's opinion. My lord of Winchester often proposed to have them cast, but the countrymen objected that it would prevent them making raids in Scotland. Now, thank Heaven! they are in no hurry to make them without being urged by the gentlemen of the garrisons.
	Has done all he can to fortify Berwick, in which there are but 300 of the retinue. Has ordered the captain to take in a crew of 200 or 300 men to keep watch, and Sir Thos. Clifford with 500 of my lord Clifford's men to lie in the town, notwithstanding the sickness. There are two great breaches in the walls, of which one will take six days, the other at least fourteen, to repair. The least of them is 80 feet long, and a man might lead a horse into the town, but Surrey has fortified the rampart with turfs. Has more fear of Berwick than Norham, for there is not a man in the town but Caundish who understands fortification, and he has work for more than five men; all fortifications at Berwick, Norham and Wark are done by him. Wishes to know where he shall send for more power. If another lieutenant were coming with great power, he would do what he could by skirmishings and alarms. Tonight, after midnight, Sir Wm. Bulmer and Sir Wm. Evers are to invade the march, passing though Berwick, and having all the Northumberland men near them. Sir Ralph Fenwick with all Tyndal is to invade Teviotdale in one quarter, and Sir Wm. Heron with Reddesdale in another quarter, at the same time. God speed them! for I understand that the principal gentlemen of Teviotdale have gone to the Duke.
	Begs him to hasten the 100 gunners that he wrote for, and let him know how long the new crew of Berwick, which is to be all footmen, is to continue. There were 1,700 men all last winter at Calais and Guisnes, neither of which is in the same danger as Berwick. Fears Albany will do great mischief, and return without much loss, unless the army be ready assembled against his coming. Expects he will enter between the 18th and 28th of this month. Whatever proclamations be made in Scotland for 20 days' victual, thinks he cannot remain in England above five days. If the King's army be only on their way when he enters, he will have returned before we shall be able to do any hurt to Scotland. Newcastle, Thursday, midnight. Signed.
	Pp. 6. Add.
1 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 72. B. M.	3382. SURREY to DACRE.
	Has just heard that Albany has assembled the council at Glasgow. He must send some sure man to Lady Hamilton, or else two others, to discover their determination, and inform Surrey of it. Requires him to send at least eight of the offenders who took away the prisoners from the baron of Hilton's servants. Newcastle, 1 Oct. Signed.
	P. 1. Add.
1 Oct. R. O. St. P. IV. 40.	3383. SURREY to QUEEN MARGARET.
	Received her letter yesterday by Patrick Sinclair, with his intructions, written in her hand, of which he has sent copies to the King. Has no doubt she will have an answer with all expedition. Has also given Sinclair "the letter I wrote of the last day to your grace, which I durst not send you then," by which Margaret will see what a kind and loving brother the King is to her, and how he approves of her conduct on behalf of her son. Beseeches her not to trust the Duke and the Frenchmen. Newcastle, 1 Oct.
	Headed by Surrey: Copy of my letter sent to the queen of Scots.
1 Oct. R. O.	3384. SURREY to WOLSEY.
	Begs to be discharged of his office here, according to promise, at All Hallow tide. By that time Albany will have done all he can do this year. "This country is at this day as well ruled, and as little stealth therein, as in any place in England; and the merry saying is here that all the thieves be gone to rob about London." Wishes his successor was appointed, as it is but a month from All Hallow tide. Thinks there is no choice but Dacre, who can in one day attach more of the thieves that fled for fear of Surrey than another man can do in ten. The countrymen would put up with him for a time, if they knew that Lord Percy was to be warden, but he must have strict orders to punish offenders sharply. He would be content with 40s. a day, while the King pays Surrey 5l., much to his grace's charges, and nothing to Surrey's profit. Is forced, for lack of hay, to send most of his horses to Stockton in Wolsey's bishopric. Feels himself decayed in body, as well as worn out in purse, by these four years, during which he has been continually in the wars. Newcastle, 1 Oct.
	Hol., pp. 2. Add.
Bodl. Tanner MS. 90. f. 44.	3385. SURREY to BULMER.
	Has received his letters yesterday and tonight. It would be very costly to cast the fords of Tweed, and would prevent our men invading the Marches. Sends the letter for the Prioress. As the Homes will not come in, has ordered all the garrisons to come to Bulmer, at Berwick, at 11 o'clock on Thursday night; and likewise Rob. Colynwode, Sir Edw. Grey, Sir Rog. Grey, Sir Wm. Ellercar, and all others about these quarters. All the entries into Scotland are to be watched strictly that night.
	Has ordered Sir Ralph Fenwick, with Tynedale, to enter Teviotdale in one place, and Sir Wm. Heron, with Ridsdale, in another place, who will secure Bulmer against Teviotdale by a little burning, and enable him to "do his journey" without danger. Desires him to select pieces for the master of the ordnance, and start three hours before day.
	Sends letters for persons in the neighbourhood to help him, and desires him to warn the marshal of Berwick. Encloses a letter for Davy Home from Christopher Thirkill, my lord Dacre's steward. Does not wish him to meddle with Davy Home till after this journey. "And iff ye can speke lowly leke, he may geve you warnyng when he shall lodge there, which shall get hym his pardon."
	Hol., p. 1.
2 Oct. Vesp. C. II. 199. B. M.	3386. JERNINGHAM to [SUFFOLK].
	The Emperor has learned that Bourbon's affair has been discovered. Apprehension of the three gentlemen. It is thought the Duke is in High Burgundy, or with Suffolk. Of the Emperor's departure for his army. The duke of Milan's danger,—supposed to be instigated by the French king. La Tremouille's defeat. Lagroyney, 2 Oct.
	P.S. (in his own hand).—Bewreyn desires remembrances;—complains of his treatment in England. Bullayn, who had travelled with him all the way, suddenly shook him off in the midst of London, and would not help him to a lodging. Signed.
	Pp. 2.
3 Oct. R. O. St. P. IV. 44.	3387. SURREY to WOLSEY.
	Has just received a letter from Sir Will. Bulmer and Sir Will. Evers (enclosed), relating what they have done in the threefold invasion of Scotland yesterday morning. Although not as Surrey planned it, by reason of the great waters, they have made a right good journey. Had meant them to throw down Downce and Langton. Understands also that Sir Ralph Fenwick and Sir Wm. Heron have made two very good roads, and returned without loss. The rumors increase that Albany is coming to invade England. Hopes Wolsey will give orders for my lord of Northumberland, Sir Wm. Gascoigne of Yorkshire, and others now going to London, to join this great journey, especially as the time so long hoped for is at hand, viz., the invasion of Albany and his Frenchmen. Begs Wolsey will order his retinue in Yorkshire to be ready at the first, as they will be a great part of his power. Hears that Gascoigne intends to bear my lord of Westmoreland's arms, pretending title to the earldom; this will occasion great trouble. Complains of being left barren of counsel in these great causes. Newcastle, 3 Oct. Signed.
	Add.: To my lord Legate's good grace.
3 Oct. Bradford, 80.	3388. CHARLES V. to BOURBON.
	Gracian arrived 16 Sept., and brought news of Bourbon, much to the Emperor's satisfaction. Has heard from Monbardon the dangers of the Duke, and the attempts of Francis to seize him. Is glad to hear that Bourbon meditates making a junction with the 10,000 Almains. The 100,000 crowns have been sent after some difficulty. Logroño, 3 Oct. 1523.
	Fr.
4 Oct. Burnet, pt. II. no. 48. MS. C.C.C. Can.	3389. WOLSEY to CLERK, PACE, &c.
	By letters sent from my lord of Bath and Mr. Hannibal, dated Rome, 14 Sept., has been advertised of the Pope's death. It is the King's and Wolsey's mind that such a successor be elected as will fulfil the good and virtuous purpose for achieving the pacification of Christendom. No potentates are more inclined to this than the King and the Emperor, both of whom have thought Wolsey most meet to aspire to that dignity, exhorting him to hearken to their counsel in that behalf, and proffering their assistance. As the Emperor is too far away, the lady Margaret has written to Wolsey in the Emperor's name, offering her services. The letters of cardinals De Medici, Sanctorum Quatuor and Campegius are favorable, and the King does not cease to insist that for urgent reasons Wolsey should consent to his and the Emperor's interposition in this behalf.
	First, then they are to understand that they must omit no opportunity of securing the papacy for Wolsey; but as cardinal De Medici appears bent on securing it for himself, great dexterity will be needed to discover his inclinations, as his friendship is important. They will therefore receive two commissions, the one couched in general terms, not naming any particular person, the other recommending Wolsey; also two letters to the cardinals, one in favor of Wolsey, the other in favor of De Medici; with other papers, which they shall use according to circumstances. They are to visit De Medici, stating that they have the King's letters recommending him to the College; and by his answer they will note his intentions. If they find that Wolsey has no chance, they shall forbear to deliver the letters in his favor. If De Medici has so many enemies that he is not likely to succeed, they shall ascertain how he is inclined to Wolsey, observing that he and the Cardinal are of one mind in all matters. They shall then proceed to practise with the Cardinals, declaring unto them Wolsey's great experience in the causes of Christendom, his favor with the Emperor, the King and other princes, his anxiety for Christendom, his liberality, the great promotions to be vacated by his election, his frank, pleasant and courteous inclinations, his freedom from all ties of family or party, and the hopes of a great expedition against the Infidel; as the King would in that case visit Rome, where Wolsey doubts not he might bring many other princes, and by his presence and authority settle disagreements among them. Should he be elected, he will be at Rome within three months. They are to be liberal in their promises, as the King will make good whatever they undertake. Hampton Court, 4 Oct.
	Added in Wolsey's own hand: "My lord of Bath, the King hath willed me to write unto you that his grace hath a marvellous opinion of you; and ye knowing his mind as ye do, his highness doubteth not but this matter shall be by your policy set forth in such wise as that the same may come to the desired effect." He is not to spare any reasonable offers, especially among the young men, who are generally the most needy.
4 Oct. Vit. B. XX. 263. B. M.	3390. HARRY LORD MORLEY to HENRY VIII.
	"Since the last letters [which we wrote unto your] highness, [we] have passed a much daung[erous country, so that we] were not only compelled to have co[nduct of the towns as we] passed, but also in the absence of the d[uke of Cleve to send to] his lieutenant for assistance, which full [gentilly did acquiesce in] our desire. And so at the writing of [this letter] we were at Coleyn, thanked be God, all in [good] ... to take with all diligence our way to dom F[ernando, who,] as we can understand, lieth now in a town called ... nigh to the borders of Austreke."
	There is a report of the Pope's death, which "one of the greatest authority of the city of C[ologne]" told them was likely to cause great "besyne[sse in] Christendom;" for the Venetians were again in league with the Turk, "[and ready] to obey him in all things, for fear lest that the said Turk [should] have invaded Cyprus and Candia." It is said that cardinal Volt[erra, who] was always friendly to the French king, is dead. "[Ulric] Hutin, (fn. 1) that was a great friend to Luther, is departed; [how]beit we have suer knowledge that or he died he wrot[e unto] Erasmus, and Erasmus thereunto answered, which mai ... and I both have seen. But Hutin's work could no[t be] gotten. If it might have been had, I would have se[nt it] unto your highness."
	As to what Morley wrote to [the King], that by his letters to the German princes there was [some] hope of the return of the Germans from Luthe[r], he is now compelled again to forsake that hope, "ass[uring your] grace that, as we can hear, all the country is like [to fall] from the right way, for daily nearer and near[er to] Flanders ward this flame of heresy increas[eth, and, without] God's help and the assistance of your grace and [other] like princes, is like to subvert all auns[ient faith]. Luther's books goeth abroad in every place, and his [follow]ers also mocks and scornes the Pope, his cardinals ... es also abominable pictures, among other one I send to [you]r highness, which I think your highness will laugh [a]t, for Dr. Morener, your frear and our guide, is one of the sort, your grace may well see in the picture, which pictu[re] I had great business to get here in Coleyn; howbeit, in Franforde and High Almayne as well these as other worse than this may be had great plenty. This hitherto part I have heard and part seen." Signed.
	Mutilated, pp. 2. Add. on ƒ. 264. The mutilations are partly supplied by the letter to Wolsey following*.
4 Oct. Vit. B. XX. 264. B. M.	3391. [LORD MORLEY] to WOLSEY.
	Repeats what is communicated in the preceding letter, adding that Herman Rynge feasted them at Cologne. C[ologne], 4 Oct.
	Mutilated, p. 1. Add. on ƒ. 264 d.
5 Oct. Vesp. C. II. 195. B. M. Howard's Letters, p. 191.	3392. SAMPSON and JERNINGHAM to WOLSEY.
	Had written in their last of the Emperor's arrival at Logroyne on the 19th Sept. He left for Pampeluna on the 23rd. The Almains and Spaniards have attempted Cabrytton. News is come on the 28th, from the captain of Purpinion, the great prior of St. John's, that Bourbon has broken with France, and intends to give battle to Francis, who has revoked his army from Italy. Whilst Francis was yet at Grenoble, a page or secretary betrayed the whole affair of Bourbon and his confederates; on which Francis, returning instantly to Lyons, apprehended St. Valier Levesque de Puis, Mons. de Prie, Chaumegre and Hagart, "and for the time of their being in his presence, so showed unto them good visage as though he had nothing known; but before they came to their lodgings they were attached." He sent one Perrot to bring the Duke to his presence, who replied "that right shortly the King should both hear of him and also see him." D'Albret is negociating with the Emperor, and has forbidden Sempoo to levy troops for France in his country. Rumor has substituted Lautrec for him. De la Tremouille has been defeated in Picardy. The duke of Milan, whilst hunting with Bonifacio Visconti, whom he trusted, was struck at by the latter with a dagger and barely escaped. Pretended rejoicings have been made in France for the recovery of Milan. Beaurayne states that the reasons for Bourbon's dissatisfaction are,—1, that after he had served the King in Italy he was deprived of his pension; 2, in the last war in Champagne, the forward was committed to the duke of Alençon, not to himself; 3, by the King's command sentence was given against him in the matter of Burgundy.
	Expect the Emperor will leave for Pampeluna on the 8th. He is much hampered by the slowness of his succors. This is proverbial of Spain. He hopes to recover Bayonne and Fontarabia, and has taken all the gold from the ships lately come from the Indies. Complain of the Imperial posts. "This bearer, sir, is my servant, Richard Sampson, whom I send now into England." Logroyne, 5 Oct.
	Hol., pp. 7. Add.: To my lord Legate's grace.
5 Oct. Vesp. C. II. 193. B. M.	3393. SAMPSON to [WOLSEY].
	Has spoken with the Emperor of Wolsey's pension of Palence. Some dispute between the Emperor and the late Bishop's executors as to who should pay it. The Emperor will see Wolsey satisfied. Is surprised Wolsey has heard no word from Rome of the assignment of the whole pension upon Toledo, of which Sampson had written; and two letters to Romo to the bishop of Bath. Had urged the payment twice before. Begs him to send over a transumpt of the bulls, which will expedite matters. Logroyne, 5 Oct.
	Hol., pp. 2.
5 Oct. Calig. B. VI. 302. B. M. St. P. IV. 46.	3394. HENRY VIII. to SURREY.
	Has received his letters of the 27th Sept. from Berwick to the King and Wolsey, touching his exploits at Jedworth and Fernihurst, much to Surrey's honor, which is not blemished by the accident among Dacre's horses. Is glad the loss was of horses, not of men, and desires him to thank Dacre for his services. Commends Surrey's prudence. Is surprised that Berwick is so feeble, considering the costs laid out upon it by the King and his father. Has spoken with Gonson about the 100 gunners required by Surrey. Cannot spare more than 40, considering the requirements of the ships and of the town of Portsmouth. Thinks Surrey might make some of the soldiers gunners. Has, however, given John Weston, who has the conveyance of the 40 from Portsmouth, authority to take more in London. Does not think that Albany can have invaded the Borders by this time, as Surrey expected, for he could not well come with his company, sea-beaten, so far as from Dunbritain; but Surrey is right to have a vigilant eye. Has not yet determined upon any person to fill the office of warden. Cannot make any arrangement, now that Albany has arrived, till it is seen what he will do. Woodstock, 5 Oct.
	Endd.: A copy of the King's letter directed to my lord of Surrey.
5 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 79. B. M.	3395. DACRE to SURREY.
	Thanks him for his kindness when he was with him last at Gedworth, and for his message by Chr. Threlkeld, the bearer, that he will come to the West Borders to consult about the defence of Carlisle and the March. Has received his letter asking for news of Albany, and for the men who took away the prisoners from the baron of Hilton's servants. Asks him to tell Threlkeld what day and place Sir Christopher shall meet him to convey him hither. Albany has landed at the west coast with 1,000 foot, "salves and rabald fellows," and but few persons of reputation. It is said he intends to invade the West March "in the pride of this next light." If he has any more men, they are still at sea. Has attached the above-mentioned offenders in Cumberland, but, if he wishes it, will send to him either "the two principal Crawes that were dangered in Lowbyre," or six of those who were at their rescue. Is busy getting the names of the owners of the horses lost at Jedworth, which are more than either Surrey or he thought. Thinks the rewards should be given to those who lost their horses, and not to others.
	Lady Conyngesby, his aunt's daughter, and heir to the Moresby lands, died this morning. Mr. Weshton has the ward and marriage of her son's daughter and heiress. Has written to him about the ordering of her lands and tenants, which Dacre has had, and asks Surrey to write to Tuke for conveyance of the letter beyond sea. Kirkoswald, Monday, 5 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII.
	Pp. 2. Headed: Copie, &c.
5 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 79 b. B. M.	3396. DACRE to MR. WESHTON.
	Asks him to allow him to continue to have the ordering of the tenants and lands of the late lady Conyngesby, which are in Weshton's power, as he holds the wardship of Sir Christopher Pickering's daughter and heiress. Will content him about the payment of rents. 5 Oct.
	P. 1. Headed: Copie, &c.
6 Oct. R. O.	3397. MUSTERS.
	Retinue of Sir Chr. Conyers. Vincent Metcalfe, capt.; Thos. Metcalfe, petty capt.; 100 men (named). Mustered, 6 Oct. Signed; Wm. Hale.
	Pp. 2.
6 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 80. B. M.	3398. SURREY to DACRE.
	Sends him Wolsey's letter, that he may know the King's pleasure if Albany invade England, and one from Tuke, giving the news. Wishes them returned. Desires him to have all his men ready when called for, and to lay posts between himself and Laurence Starky, sheriff of Lancashire, and thence to the sheriff of Cheshire, for summoning their bodies of men when needed. Wishes for Scotch news. He must have good spies there. Hears Albany intends to come to Carlisle. If so, 4,000 men must be taken to defend it till Surrey comes to the rescue. Newcastle, 6 Oct. Signed.
	P. 1. Add.
6 Oct. Bradford, 83.	3399. DE PRAET to CHARLES V.
	According to his despatches by Richard the courier, has so closely followed up the affair that the Cardinal has directed the money in the hands of Dr. Knight to be applied to the payment of the 10,000 Almains under count Felix. The king of England, after many pressing arguments by the Cardinal, has abandoned the siege of Boulogne, and his army is ordered to march upon Paris. Sir John Russell is to be sent off with the remainder of the 2,000 crowns for the troops. Had news from Madame, of 25 Sept., of the death of the Pope, and orders to repair to Wolsey with offers of her assistance for his promotion. He made the most grateful reply; not forbearing to touch upon the promises made by the Emperor when he was with the King at Windsor. He desired Madame would write without a moment's delay to the imperial ambassadors at Rome; and, the more to engage the Emperor's aid, "he has made a great point that the King should write a letter to your Majesty with his own hand." The Cardinal has this affair much at heart, and relies greatly on the Emperor's recommendations. He says the choice will rest between De Medicis, Farnese and himself. Stated in his last he had paid the Legate for half a year due May last. As he had not sufficient money to pay the other pension, was advised by Wolsey to wait a time. London, 6 Oct. 1523.
	* In another letter of the same date, De Praet informs the Emperor, that Bourbon, after determination taken with Russell, had travelled in great haste to join the Emperor in Auvergne. On inquiring about his movements, De. Praet could learn no more than that the Duke had been to Saulce, but finding he could not pass the boundary without great personal risk, he returned, being only two or three miles distant from Lyons, where the French king then was. Since then he had gone to St. Claude, in Burgundy. (Bradford, p. 87.)
7 Oct. Calig. B. VI. 452. B. M.	3400. WOLSEY to SURREY.
	Has received two of his letters of the 27th Sept., two of the 1st and one of the 3rd Oct., with the papers enclosed, which he has duly forwarded to the King. As the King had not written to the Earl for some time, in consequence of his absence, Wolsey requested him to thank the Earl for his good services at Gedworthe, as he will perceive by the letter; "wherein, though, for lack of a good secretary, it be not couched in the most sententious manner, is nevertheless contained the King's mind upon divers things mentioned as well in your said letters as in the other arrived since that time." Is satisfied with what he has done in regard to Berwick. The number of gunners required by him cannot be sent from Portsmouth, as Gonson reports. Shall have leave to return after All Hallow tide; not before. Doubts not that he has provided for the invasion, and thus prevented the siege of Berwick, by following them, and so delaying the time, and consuming their provisions. Wherever Albany marches he is to follow, as he cannot keep the Frenchmen long. Thanks him for providing against smaller invasions, by conveying the goods and chattels inland. Is grateful for the pains he has taken in strengthening his castle of Norham. Has appointed Sir William Bulmer his officer there, in event of a siege, with Sir Edward Ringley or Candish to help him. But if Albany invades, Wolsey wishes that Bulmer, leaving his son in Norham, should have "the leading of my folks of the bishopric." Has written to his Treasurer that, when Surrey demands them, they shall be the first to take the field. Begs the Earl to place them in the body of his battle, as to Wolsey's honor shall appertain.
	The King suggests that the fords between Tilmowthe and towards Berwick be cut off to prevent depredations. After the duke of Albany's enterprize is over, a garrison shall remain of 2,000 men in and about Berwick till St. Andrew's tide. The earl of Northumberland and Sir William Gascoigne are not appointed to repair to London before All Hallow tide. Has written to Gascoigne to defer for the present his claim to the arms of the earl of Westmoreland, to avoid dissension in the King's army (sends a copy of the letter), and to his chancellor of Durham to do all that is required for the custody of Norham. Begs, if he can spare any guns, that Sir William Bulmer may have them for defence of the said castle. Agrees in his opinion that it is better for the queen of Scots to remain in Scotland than in England, where she can do no good. Perhaps 100l. or 200l. will do as much good there, and content her more than a much larger sum here. He may promise her a sum of money if she will further the King's interests. "At my manor of Hampton Court," 7 Oct. Signed.
	Add.: "To my loving friend the earl of Surrey, the King's lieutenant in the North parts, treasurer, and admiral of England."
	Pp. 6.
7 Oct. R. O.	3401. SURREY'S RETINUE.
	My lord Lieutenant's, 121 men; Lord Rich. Graye's, part of the Lieutenant's, 16 men; Sir Wm. Bulmer, junior, 20 men; and Leonard Musgrave, 49 men; 3 trumpets; 2 surgeons.
	Total, 211. Musters taken 7 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII. Signed by Surrey.
	Pp. 4. The names of the men are given.
7 Oct. R. O.	3402. BREAD.
	Account of bread delivered and sold out of the King's bakehouse in Calais from Thursday, 10 Sept., to Wednesday, 7 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII.
	Pp. 15.
7 Oct. Calig. B. III. 58. B. M.	3403. OGLE to SURREY.
	"Copie of the Lord Ogle's letter."
	According to his commandment sent by Sir Wm. Bulmer, has spoken with the prioress of Eklyn (Eccles), who told him that the Duke brought with him to Dunbarton 87 ships, 100 barded horses, 500 light horses, 4,000 foot, 500 men of arms, and 1,000 hagbusshis, and had 900 serpentines and fawcons, 16 great guns, called cannons, and gunpowder to the value of 10,000 crowns' weight, and came to Glasgow with a privy company, and thence to Stirling. This Wednesday he appointed to be at Edinburgh. "She" sent to Edinburgh another servant, who will return to night. Espial is very hard to get. Gave the monk of Kelso Surrey's reward on Sunday. On Tuesday he was not ridden. Has spoken with a substantial man, a friend of the Prioress of Eccles, who promises to give four days' warning before the Duke sets forth, and, after he has set forth, to give two days' warning which way he will come.
	P. 1. The heading in Surrey's hand.
Calig. B. III. 59. B. M.	3404. ii. BULMER to SURREY.
	"Copy of Sir William Bulmer's letter."
	This Wednesday received the following news from the prioress of Coldstream, dated Saturday. (fn. 2)
	She had been for eight days at Dumbarton, Glasgow and Stirling, and seen my lord Governor's ordnance. Never saw so great. The lords of the Council met in Glasgow on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Murray is made lieutenant-general of all the Frenchmen, of whom there are 4,000 foot and 4,000 horse. Among the former are 1,000 "culvernarars, hambutars," and crossbowmen; the rest long pikes. By this time there will be 1,400 mariners with pikes, and "cluenors," and crossbows. Proclamations will be published immediately for all temporal men between 60 and 16 to be ready on the 20th of this month of October, with 30 days' victual. Lothian, Lithgowshire, Merse and Tevidale are to meet my lord of Arran at Lawen (Lawder ?); Kyle, Cunningham and Carrick to meet Lennox at Lanrik. All the Highlandmen to meet Argyll in Glasgow. All the North Country to meet Huntley in Stirling. Cannot tell whether they will invade the East or West Border. Advises the English "to put all thing by the gate." They have consumed 38 chalder of oats, 4,000 bred of wheat, "to my lord of Paisley." The commons dare not show discontent.
	The Governor sends fair words to the Queen; almost makes her a French-woman, and Master John Cautle "conformand thereto." She is very fickle; "therefore counsel the man ye know not to take on hand overmuch of her credence; she marvels that she get no word fro him. Ye shall receive his wages and saddle; and when ye speak with him, commend me to him." The Governor hopes to get at the East Sea 4,000 lanceknights against the day. The Governor "garrs tap (tak ?) all the wine and flour at Dumbarton and Glasgow to the Frenchmen," and receives money for it daily; and no Scotchman dares sell them a pint of wine or a loaf of bread on pain of his life. The crown of weight is cried to 20s., and the "luscone, that is like the Melan penny, to 5s."
	Isabel Hopper is charged to pass over the water. Expects the same himself. Desires nothing be sent in writing, but only credence. Expects the Governor will be in Stirling on Wednesday to speak with the King, and in this town on Thursday; then return to Glasgow to see to his ordnance. "Aberdeen is great with him. The Comptroller wef (?) fernely com with all." This Friday my lord of Aberdeen has made friendship with the Governor, and must furnish his ordnance and house expenses as before. They think themselves sure of Carlisle and Berwick. Edinburgh, this Saturday.
	Pp. 2. Headed by Surrey.
8 Oct. Calig. B. VI. 315. B. M. Ellis, 1st Ser. I. 223.	3405. SURREY to WOLSEY.
	Has this day received from Sir Wm. Bulmer a letter of news sent him by the prioress of Coldstream, and another sent to Surrey by lord Ogle, from Wark, of news that he has received from the prioress of Ecles, (fn. 3) in Scotland. Believes the substance of the prioress of Coldstream's letters to be true. Is otherwise informed of the Duke's preparations to invade England by the light of this next new moon. According to Wolsey's letters, will send tomorrow to all the noblemen and gentlemen of the shires within his commission, to be at Newcastle by the 20th. Although the weather has been so foul, especially yesterday with rain, and today with snow, that it will be difficult for the Duke to carry ordnance except to Berwick, will cause all his powers to come forwards, unless the Duke alter his purpose. Wishes the assistance of some noblemen and gentlemen from the South, even if they bring no great numbers. If young noblemen do not desire to be present at such journeys, and the King encourage dancers, dicers and carders, his grace will not be well served. If the Scots are well resisted now, no man living will see them invade the realm again. Albany is said to be very wilful, and takes no man's counsel. He insists on this invasion, because his wife's inheritance is in the French king's dominions. He is so passionate, that when thwarted his manner is "to take his bonnet suddenly off his head, and to throw it in the fire, and no man dare take it out, but let it to be brent." Dacre says he burned above a dozen bonnets when last in Scotland. "If he be such a man, with God's grace we shall speed the better with him." Begs to have more money, at least 8,000l. Hopes the gunners are well on the way. Is sorry the King and Wolsey are so far apart, which delays the answers to his letters, besides the slowness of the posts. Desires Wolsey to write an open letter to all the posts, that despatches may be conveyed between Newcastle and London in forty-eight hours. Newcastle, 8 Oct. Signed.
	Add. and endd.
8 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 81 b. B. M.	3406. DACRE to STARKEY.
	Encloses a letter sent by Surrey, and desires him to appoint a post at Lancaster to communicate with those placed by Dacre at Kendal and Penrith, and as many more as are necessary to communicate with the sheriff of Cheshire. Carlisle, 8 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII.
	P. 1. Headed: Copie of a lettre to Laurence Starkey, sherif of Lancashire.
8 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 81. B. M.	3407. DACRE to SURREY.
	Has received his letter dated Newcastle, 6th inst., inclosing Wolsey's and Tuke's letters, which he returns. Will warn his men to be ready when needed. Has laid three posts between himself and Starkey, at Lancaster, Kendal and Penrith, the last of whom will have to ride to Lanercost. Has written to Starkey to lay posts into Cheshire. Leaves the news to be told by the bearer, Mr. Carlisle, who spoke to the Duke in person. Knows no more about the Duke's number than before. If he come to Carlisle, men may be had, with difficulty, to defend it; but there are no bows, arrows, guns, or powder. Knows Surrey has but a small store; but if he will send some, they shall be returned should there be no need for them. At the King's castle of Carlisle, 8 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII.
	P. 1. Headed: Copie, &c.
9 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 86. B. M.	3408. SURREY to DACRE.
	Sends a copy of a letter sent him by the prioress of Coldstream, which he received yesterday, and from which Dacre will perceive the purposes of the Duke. Sends also a letter from lord Ogle, which he wishes to have returned. According to Wolsey's order, has written to all the gentlemen in his commission to meet here on the 20th, but fears they will come but slackly, considering the weather. Wishes the accompanying packet to be sent to Starkey, for delivery to the gentlemen of Lancashire, and those for Cheshire to be sent on to the sheriff there. Is surprised he does not hear oftener of Scotch news, as Dacre has such good intelligence there. He must not spare the posts riding day and night. Wants to know if the Duke is altering his purpose by reason of the weather, and whether it would be possible for him to carry his ordnance to Carlisle. It would save much money to know this in time. Newcastle, 9 Oct. Signed.
	P. 1. Add.
9 Oct. Add. MS. 24,965. f. 87. B. M.	3409. DACRE to SURREY.
	Has just heard for certain that Albany has made proclamation for the lords, gentlemen and commons to meet on Rosley More, two miles from Edinburgh, on Tuesday, 20th inst.; that is, those from the North to come to Edinburgh; those from the West, Kyle, Carrick and Conningham, to Begger (Biggar); those of Niddesdale, Annerdale and Galloway to meet at the water of Moffat; those of the March and Tevidale to meet at Lawder. It will be hard to know which way he will turn till he sets out. 300 horse have come over with him, and 10 score to lead his carriage, besides 1,500 Gascon foot, with hand-guns and cross-bows. Two ships have come to lord Maxwell, laden with wine, flour and powder. Sir Christopher or himself will be with Surrey shortly. Carlisle, 9 Oct. a^o 15.
	P. 1. Headed: Copie, &c.
9 Oct. R. O.	3410. SCOTLAND.
	i. Names of the persons who went into Scotland at this last raid to Gedworthe, with Robt. and Richard Bowys. 285 men. Signed by Sir Wm. Eure. Endd.: Bishopric of Durham.
	ii. Sir John Bulmer, capt., Chr. Martin, petty captain, 100 men, mustered 5 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII. Howdenshire retinue, 42 men; Th. Dalaren, petty captain, 6 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII. Sir Rauf Bulmer, captain; Cuthbert Muschens, petty captain; 100 men, 6 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII. Lord Darcy's retinue: Robt. Ellerkar, captain; Hen. Baylzay, petty captain; 96 men. Roger Lassells' retinue: Rauf. Grene, petty captain; 100 men. Sir Thos. Clyfford's retinue: captains, Sir Ric. Lee, Ant. Clyfford, Walter Paslewe, Thos. Sotehill, Thos. Birkebek; 468 men. Lord Darcy's retinue: captains, Sir Thos. Ilderton and Cuthbert Conyers; petty captains, Chr. Thomlynson and Chr. Nandyke; 200 men. Mr. Scrope, grand captain; Geo. Sulbey, petty captain; 112 men. The garrison of Wark, 7 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII.: Lord Ogle, captain; Sir Wm. Leessle, deputy; John Ogle, brother to lord Ogle; 131 spears, archers, gunners and mariners. Sir Ric. Tempest's retinue: 227 men. Retinues of Sir Marmaduke Constable, Robt. Constable, petty captain, of Sir M. Constable the younger, and Mr. John Constable; 324 men. Lord Conyer's retinue: captains, Wm. Conyers, of Wark, Rauff Menvylle, Chr. Fowltroppe and Thos. Fulthrop; petty captains, Roland Place, Ant. Bracanbery, Giles Burgh and Jas. Danby; 400 men; 8 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII.
	The list of each retinue is signed by Wm. Hals on the days on which the musters were held, from 6 Oct. to 9 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII.
	Pp. 67.
9 Oct. Rym. XIV. 10.	3411. For THOMAS HANYBALL, LL.D.
	To be Master of the Rolls, with usual fees. Westm., 9 Oct.
	Pat. 15 Hen. VIII. p. 2, m. 15.
10 Oct. Calig. B. VI. 283. B. M.	3412. SURREY to WOLSEY.
	Since his last, has received sure information of Albany's intention to invade England. He has ordered all men of war to meet two miles from Edinburgh on the 20th. Begs some gentlemen of the South may be sent to assist him, and to be furnished with money; that the gunners be sped. Newcastle, 10 Oct.
	P.S. in his own hand: My lord of Northumberland will not come unless Wolsey writes to him, and so 1,500 of his men will tarry at home. Has received a book of the receipts of the archdeacon of Richmond. 20,000l. is the least that will serve, and he has but 14,400l. Provision must be made for the men to lie in garrison. He and Magnus are careful of the money. Signed.
	P. 1. Add.: To my lord Legate's good grace. Endd.
10 Oct. Harl. MS. 442. f. 42. B. M.	3413. SCOTTISH INVASION.
	Writ to the sheriff of Staffordshire to make proclamation that all inhabitants of the county be ready to march against the Scots at one day's warning. Hampton Court, 10 Oct. 15 Hen. VIII.
Bodl. Tanner MSS. 90. f. 39.	3414. HENRY VIII. to the EARL OF SHREWSBURY.
	The duke of Albany has arrived in Scotland, and means to invade England on the morrow of St. Luke's Day (19 Oct.) In order to resist him the King has appointed Surrey lieutenant of the North, and has directed proclamations to be made in cos. Notts, Derb., Staff. and Salop, commanding the people to be ready to pass forward at a day's warning. Desires Shrewsbury to get ready 1,000 or 1,500 men.
	Copy.