Appendix: 1524-1527

Letters and Papers, Foreign and Domestic, Henry VIII, Volume 4, 1524-1530. Originally published by Her Majesty's Stationery Office, London, 1875.

This free content was digitised by double rekeying. All rights reserved.

'Appendix: 1524-1527', in Letters and Papers, Foreign and Domestic, Henry VIII, Volume 4, 1524-1530, (London, 1875) pp. 3079-3129. British History Online https://www.british-history.ac.uk/letters-papers-hen8/vol4/pp3079-3129 [accessed 20 April 2024]

1524–1527

A.D. 1524.
1524
1 Feb. Harl. MS. 7571, f. 31. B. M.		 1. [COVENTRY.]
At the assembly held on Wednesday in the first day of Clean Lent [1523]:—Present, Mr. Thos. Banwell, mayor; Mr. Whyte, master of the guild; Mr. Marler, Mr. Hassall, Mr. Clarke, Mr. Humfrey, Mr. Waren, Mr. Bonde, Mr. Nethermyll.
The following aldermen were elected:—Mr. Maler, of the Bayle Lane; Mr. Whyte, of the Croschepynge warde; Mr. Nethermyll, of the Jurdenwelwarde; Mr. Heynes, deputy to Mr. Dodsburi, of the Sponstret ward.
"Money to go to a common wealth for making of cloth," moved by Mr. Swyllyngton, recorder, 40l. Mr. Whyte, master of the guild, 40 mks. Mr. Marler 40l. Mr. Nethermyll, 20l.
Wednesday in the second week of Lent:—Present, Mr. T. Bamwell, mayor; Mr. Whyte, master of the guild; Messrs. Marler, Hassall, Clarke, Waren, Bonde, and Wycam. It was agreed that the aldermen should examine and punish bawdry and other misdoers during Lent.
Wednesday in the fourth week in Lent:—The mayor and other persons named above being present. It was agreed that Richard Wethers and Thos. Spon, late chamberlains, should be warned to pay 3l. 8s. 10½d. to the mayor and his brethren on Friday next, on pain of imprisonment.
Henry Ins, priest, put in a bill of petition.
Wednesday after the feast of St. Gregory. It was agreed that the tenement in the Dede Lane, with the Cold house belonging to the city, should be let for twelve years at 20s.; and that the wardens should enter upon Jakson's house, and let it to the profit of the city.
Wednesday after the Translation of St. Thomas:—Mr. Julian Nethermyll, Mr. Grene, and others, being present. The craft of tailors and shermen made petition to levy their fines and apprentices according to their old customs, which were redressed at the leet held in Mr. Nicholas Burweyes year, but their petition was refused. The aumers (?) of the clerk of the market held before Mr. Mayor, 20 May, was assessed.
Monday after Relike Sunday:—Present, Mr. Julyn Nethermyll, mayor; Messrs. Wycam, Grene, Hassall, Clerke, Wareyn, and Whyte. John Dudley and Thos. Enderby, collectors of the rents of the common ground for the year that Mr. Wycam was mayor, brought in 12l. 7s., of which 6s. 8d. was given them for their diligence, and the rest put in the common box, where there is now 58l. 9s. 7d. and divers girdles belonging to Robt. Walshe, draper, as a gage for 33s. 4d., and 10s. for the bequest of Thos. Bradmedowe.
Wednesday after the feast of St. Bartlemewe:—The mayor and others being present. Thos. Rawlyns, sergeant, was ordered to bring his account of the money given him for conveying soldiers. A bill was made to calm all other debtors.
Wednesday following:—Mr. Mayor, Mr. Recorder, the master of the Trynyte Yelde, and others, being present. Mr. Recorder related the acts and manner of the last Parliament, as a burgess of the city, and had hearty thanks therefor, and likewise Mr. Marler. The mayor and council have given Mr. Stronge express warning to leave his house at Candlemas, and pay the arrears of his rent.
Wednesday after the feast of St. Matthew:—The mayor, Mr. Frey, and others, being present. It was agreed that in consideration of Robt. Nicoll's petition, he should have "his gauge dd. distr. for selling ale in the time of Divine service"; and that Henry Knyght, Esq., and Rauff Norwod, gent., should pay their murage after the rate of the rent of their tenements.
Wednesday after Michaelmas:—Present, the mayor and others. It was agreed that Mr. Wm. Banwell should be examined on Friday next, for breaking the statutes of the town by sueing Ansley at the common law for a debt of less than 40s.; and that the craft of "bochers" should pay 100s. for choosing masters without the mayor's assent, contrary to the act of leet made in the mayoralty of John Bonde.
On Wednesday next:—The mayor and others being present. The craft of Cappers complained "to have peseyd were disalowyed in ther crafte, and not to bee occupiid;" but their suit was disallowed.
John Jely, "bocher," was chosen master of his craft, and sworn in. It was agreed that the masters should elect a new master of the Tryn[i]te Gylde; and that the presenters concerning the King's subsidy should appear on Wednesday next at 9 o'clock before the commissioners of the city in St. Mary's Hall.
Wednesday after the Conception of Our Lady:—Present, the mayor and others. It was agreed to pay John Smyth, mason, five marks for making the town walls; and collectors for the King's subsidy were chosen.
Wednesday following:—The mayor and others being present. A letter from my lord Cardinal was read, desiring search to be made for persons concerned in the insurrection in the city, moved by one Francis Phyllyppe and others.
New Year's Eve, 15 Hen. VIII. The King's exchequer writ concerning the subsidy was read before the collectors and petty collectors.
Wednesday before St. Paul's Day. It was agreed that Mr. Heynes, capper, should be elected mayor, unless he would be bound in the sum of 200l. to the use of the city.—Kywyn and Thomas Gardenar were elected chamberlains.
1 Feb. 15 Hen. VIII.:—Present, Mr. Julyn Nethermyll, mayor, Ric. Marlar, Ric. Hassall, John Clerke, John Humfrey, John Bonde, Thos. Dodd, Thos. Flavell, John Dudley, Henry Brailleford, Hugh Gregorie, Wm. Osgathorp, Thos. Randle, Thos. Heynes, Humfrey Moseley, Henry Charkle, Thos. Kevet, Robt. Smyth, Wm. Dale, and John Boonley. Braileford and Gregoric, collectors of the rent for the common ground during Thos. White's mayoralty, brought in 11l. 9s., besides 12s. remaining in the hands of Sponner's wife of Allesley, and 3s. 4d. unpaid by Robt. Nicolls and Henry Kylbie. The collectors received 6s. 8d., and the box now contains 69l. 11s. 11d.
Pp. 8.
4 March.
R. O.		 2. COUNTESS OF SALISBURY.
Bill made 4 March 15 Hen. VIII., witnessing that Rob. Vaughan has received of Margaret countess of Salisbury 14l. 3s. 4d., in part payment of 40 marks bequeathed by Sir Ric. Delabere for the marriage of Sebell, wife of the said Vaughan, the remainder being chargeable on certain lands in Dorston, &c.
P. 1, badly mutilated.
March. 3. THOMAS LORD DACRE to the ABBOT OF ST. MARY'S, YORK.
Sends two servants, named Humphrey Pharlem and Thomas Talentyre, for the 2,000l. which Wolsey writes that he has sent down. Begs that more be delivered if it be in his keeping, as 2,000l. will not pay the garrisons what is owing, and retain the garrison now to be laid for more than a month. If any of your money be in pence, it will do no service here ... March. Signed.
P. 1, mutilated. Add.
23 March.
R. O.		 4. [The EMPEROR'S PROPOSITIONS. (fn. 1) ]
If the king of England will not contribute to the army in Italy, but would prefer to make an expedition on this side, at Boulogne or elsewhere, the Emperor will be content that he should raise an army, and employ it this spring on whatever enterprise he thinks best. The Emperor will not be bound to contribute to this, but will give the King every facility for enlisting men into the Low Countries. The Emperor promises to use all his efforts to make Bourbon stay with the army in Italy and enter France, with the aid of the complement of the 200,000 cr., and that with which his Majesty will furnish him besides; by which means the enemy may be brought to reason. The Duke must be favored and protected as both princes have promised. The Emperor will do all he can from the side of Spain, without binding himself to any particular course, for he means to promise nothing but what he is certain of accomplishing.
Fr., p. 1.
R. O. 5. CLEMENT VII. to WOLSEY.
The bishop of Bath has requested him to confer the office of collector upon Peter Vannes. Would have been glad to comply, but for very pity cannot deprive the present holder of his only means of support, especially now when he has just been released from prison, and has suffered so much on the Pope's account. Rome, (no date). Signed by Sadolet.
Lat., vellum, mutilated. Add.
28 April.
Vesp. F. XIII.
110.
B. M.		 6. LORDS LATIMER and CONYERS to HENRY VIII.
Received on the 27th April the King's letters to them and other commissioners of the North and West Ridings;—caused them to be proclaimed at Ripon on the 28th. Would that the people were content to hear them without murmur. Will see that they are proclaimed everywhere. Whenever the Commissioners meet, the people assemble against them, and will not listen to reason. When the spiritual officers appointed a meeting at Bedall, in Richmondshire, on the 27th, the commons, supposing that the Commissioners would meet there for the subsidy, assembled for their destruction, and would not disperse till they knew that the Commissioners were not coming. Snape, 28 April. Signed: Rychard Latymer—William Conyers.
P. 1. Add. and endd.
R. O. 7. DEPOSITIONS.
"* * * to their company ... the ... take a ship ... they might get, and to sail for [the Nor]th Sea westward, and to robbe and take all that they might take, and so to pass towards Wales or Ireland." He also says that one Melch, of Winchelsea, went with them, and that Christr. Hall promised to bring others, "to go with them about the same deed."
The confession of John Luce, of the date and place aforesaid, before the said mayor and others. The said John Blake, the leader, Wm. Wylis, John Melser, John Wynter, and another, and Roger Skevyll of Winchelsea, Chr. Hall, and Davy _ (fn. 2), condescended before him on 7 March last, to obtain men to join them, in order to take a Bretagne ship, lying at Cambour Point, in the liberties of Winchelsea, and with it to put to sea to capture others.
* * * "The said ... thereof, notwithstanding that he was accused [by the said] John Luce."
The confession of John Melser, on the above date, &c. "He never knew nor heard thereof."
The confession of Stephen Olyver of Tenterden, on 14 April, in the said year, before Sir Wm. Fynche and Th. Asshebournam. On Shrove Sunday last he was desired by Davy and Wynter to take the above ship; all the above persons, with Roger Lighterman, John Hemon, John Gylis, and Wm. Tomsett, were to assist them. Wynter told him that John Cutterd was to be one of them; and Olyver himself asked Thomas Lewys and Robt. Hunt, servants to Sir Wm. Fynche, but they refused.
* * * "Winchelsea ... fair hayn [haven?], lying at the ... could serve well ... the Walshe seas, but he saith th[at the]y never instanted him to go with them about any such deed, nor no other person."
The confession of Wm. Tomsett, on the said date, before Thomas Asshebournham and Walter Hendley. In Lent last, Wynter and Olyver called him out of the vicarage of Farlegh as he was at work, and asked him to join "a dosyn good felows," who were about to take a French ship lying in the Puddyll, and then sell it. "Old John Blake of Winchelsea" was to be their master. Tomsett refused to join them. They made their purpose known to the vicar of Farlegh, and one Mortymer; the latter refused like Tomsett.
* * * "came * * he were one of their co[mpany]; and then [the said?] Thom[as a]xed him wherein; and he said to him again, `Did Davy never speak to thee in no matter?' And then the said Thomas Yelley said, `No, he never spake to me.' And so they departed, &c."
Pp. 4; tops of pages lost. Add.: "My lord Cardinal's grace."
R. O. 8. THOS. LORD DACRE to the LORDS [OF THE COUNCIL].
Has laid his servants in the following places, till he knows their pleasure:—At Newcastle, Rob. Rybton to lie at Thos. Horsley's house, mayor of Newcastle, to go upwards to Sisson house in Wetherby; to Durham, 12 miles; Darlington, 16; Boroughbridge, 22; Wetherby, 8; total, 58 miles. At Wetherby, Th. Logan to lie at Sisson house; to go upwards to Hall's house, Newark, and downwards to Horsley's house, Newcastle; to Aberfurth, 5 miles; Doncaster, 17 miles; Tukesfurth, 18 miles; Newark, 10 miles; total, 50 miles. At Newark, Wm. Hardknes to lie at Hall's house, and to go upwards to Dr. Hall's house, Huntyngton, and downwards to Sisson house; to Grantham, 10 miles; Stamford, 16 miles; Huntingdon, 21 miles; total, 47 miles. At Huntingdon, Giflot Gilpin to lie at Dr. Hall's house; to go to London upwards, and downwards to Hall's house, Newark; to Rosten, 16 miles; Ware, 13 miles; London, 20 miles; total, 49 miles. Signed.
P. 1.
22 June.
Weever,
Fun. Mon. 834.		 9. THOMAS DUKE OF NORFOLK.
His epitaph, giving a very full account of his career. For an account of his funeral on the 22d June 1524, see Martin's Thetford, App., p. 38.
29 Aug.
Hatfield MS.		 10. CHRISTIERN KING OF DENMARK.
Account of a diet held at Hamburgh by the ambassadors of Charles V., the king of England, the archduke Ferdinand of Holstein and Lubeck, for the restoration of Christiern, commencing on the 21st April 1524, and ending on the 29th August same year.
Pp. 13. Endd., apparently in Tunstal's hand: Denmark.
21 Sept.
R. O.		 11. DUKE OF SUFFOLK to WOLSEY.
In behalf of Ric. Kyffyn, clk., "my scholar," presented to the benefice of Corwen, North Wales, by Wolsey's servant, William Bulla, now deceased, who had the advowson from the bishop of St. Asaph. The Bishop, knowing that Bulla was dead, refused to admit till he knew Wolsey's pleasure. Donyngton, 21 Sept. Signed.
P. 1. Add.: To my very good lord, the Lord Cardinal.
25 Sept.
R. O.
Ellis, 3 Ser.
II. 55.		 12. DUKE OF SUFFOLK to WOLSEY.
The bearer, deputy for the coasts of Norfolk, Suffolk, and other counties, has brought him a petition from the people about the scarcity of Newcastle coals. Asks Wolsey to see to it. Henham Hall, 25 Sept. Signed.
P. 1. Add.: To my lord Cardinal's grace.
Cal. E. II. 199.
B. M.		 13. THE NAVY.
"Sensuyt la depense quil conviendra faire par chacun quartier pour larmee [de] mer, tant de ce qui est au port de Marseille presentement, que de celle qui doit venir de Bretaigne."
La Grande Maitresse, for the quarter, 9,000 livres. La Brave, 4,200l. The great galleon of Frere Bernardin, 4,200l. The two galleons of Servian, 6,000l. The barque of count Peter Navarre, 4,800l. La Tremoille (in margin, [e]lle nest pour ... present). Le Jehan Fleury, _. The two barques of St. Blancart, 7,200l. The carrack of Dorye, which the King has bought, 12,000l. When the Tremoille and Fleury are repaired, which will be in a month or six weeks, each will cost 1,200 cr. a month. 14,400l.
Instead of these ships there will be found at Marseilles, ready to serve, [ships] which will amount to 61,800l.
Expence of the navy of Bretagne. La Bonaventure, 3,825l. Le Jaques, 4,600l. Three galleons, 5,800l. Double pays for these vessels, 1,620l. Wages of 400 men for the said ships, at 66 sous a month, 4,200l.
For the quarter, 19,275l., not counting repairs, powder, &c., nor the wages of 16 galleys.
Total expence for Provence and Bretagne, 81,075l.
Fr., pp. 2, slightly mutilated.
14 Oct.
Latimer's
Remains, 467.		 14. H. LATIMER to DR. GREENE.
Last night, on arriving at Kimbolton on his way to his own country (Leicestershire), learned from Thorpe (ex M. Thorpo), and others, that nothing would more gratify Mr. Wingfield (Sir Richard) than to succeed to Lovel's place among us; not that so small a salary could be an object to so affluent and honorable a man, but simply from his regard for literary men. So earnest is he on the subject, that More, to whom we stood long ago pledged, has been prevailed upon, though only, it is said, by the King's intercession, to give way to him. He wins the goodwill of everybody by his urbanity and kindness. Greene will, therefore, see to it; the interests of the university depend upon him. Who has more influence with the King than Wingfield? Hopes he is not officious in thus writing. Wrote late at night after equinoctial rains, and well nigh knocked up with the heat of the sun and feasting.
Kimbolton, postridie Edvardi.
Lat. Add.: Reverendo Doctori Greene, Gymnasiarchæ.
20 Dec.
Add. MS.
28,173.
B. M.		 15. DE PRAET to the VICEROY OF NAPLES.
Received yesterday his letters, dated 4th instant. Has written several times, and sent copies of his letters to the Emperor, by which the Viceroy will see the state of affairs, and that the Legate desires a truce. Sees no way of getting money here, except that the English ambassador at Rome has secret orders to deliver the 50,000 cr. if necessary. Advises him to try and get it.
Peace or truce must soon be resolved upon, or preparations made to finish the war. Much complaint is made here of the great sums spent without profit. The Emperor now owes 500,000 cr., and they perceive that it will not be paid during the war, and they have some understanding with the French king, that if he recovers the duchy of Milan, he will pay the indemnity. Cannot positively assert this, but has strong suspicions. Yesterday Scotch ambassadors arrived, and were well received.
As to the Pope's overtures for truce and a defensive league, it seems strange that his Holiness should wish the Emperor to put into his hands what he holds in Italy if the French king does not do the like.
The Imperialists are stronger in the field, and hold the chief places in the duchy of Milan, but he fears that the enemy know their want of money. Unless the Viceroy can get money, it would be better to save something by a truce. London, 20 Dec. 1524.
Fr., pp. 7, modern copy.
R. O. 16. THOMAS ILDERTON, of London, to SIR JOHN DAUNCE and JOHN HAYLES, General Surveyors of Crown Lands.
Being appointed to assist John Heron, one of the commissioners for victualling the King's army, he received at Sandwich, by command of the Council, 639 qrs. of wheat from Antony Vivalde, merchant, of Jeine, which Heron afterwards sold to the bakers of London for 12s. the quarter, being in all 383l. 8s. The money was received by Nic. Bolles, Heron's clerk, in his office. Vivalde says he sold the wheat for more than 360l., but has never received more than 300l., and now claims the residue. Advises that Vivalde and Bolles may be examined, and his own bills of receipt for the wheat in Vivalde's possession cancelled, as, if anything be due, it should be paid by Heron's executors.
P. 1.
R. O. 17. ALDBOROUGH, SUFFOLK.
Memorandum of a recognizance of Thos. Freman, mariner, and other inhabitants of Alborugh, Suffolk, to produce proofs before 31 Oct. that they are exempt from tolls, &c. in London, by reason of the liberties granted by the King and his progenitors to the bishop of Ely, within which liberties they are situate.
Draft in Cromwell's hand, p. 1.
ii. Memorandum of a recognizance by Ric. Averell and Ralph Bromley, fishmongers, for the production of charters exempting the inhabitants of Alborugh from bayliage at Billingsgate before 24 Aug.
Draft, p. 1. Endd.
R. O. 2. Petition of John Clubberd, Robt. Dobbys, John Weyman, Thos. Okeley, Thos. Freman, and the other inhabitants of Aldburgh, Suffolk.
Being ancient demesne, and within the liberties of St. Awdry, pertaining to the prior of Ely, they have enjoyed liberty of trading without customs in any part of England; but at Newcastle, whither they have gone till lately for seacoal, Thos. Horseley, then mayor, and Robt. Brendelen, then sheriff, (fn. 3) have charged them 12d. for the first shovel-full of ballast they discharged, and 3d. for every succeeding ton; 20d. for the conduct of their ships and boats; 2d. for every chalder of coals they bought, and 1d. a chalder for the imposition thereof; 12d. a chalder for grindstones; 12d. for other merchandise; and tolls for any goods they brought with them. The town is poor, and grievously impoverished by these exactions. Have 20 ships and 100 mariners ready to serve the King, and have rescued as many as 20 sail pursued by French and Scots. The beach is very suitable for an army to land, if it were not defended by the town.
ii. Answer of Robt. Brandelyng and Harry Anderson, in the name of Thos. Horseley, mayor, and the burgesses of Newcastle.
The matter of complaint could be pursued at common law, and proceeds from malice. Do not know that Aldeburgh is ancient demesne. Newcastle has always been the King's chief port and safeguard, and the following tolls have always been paid: For every ship or boat not free, 20d.; for every ship discharging ballast at the quay called the Ballast Shore, 12d.; for ballast discharged, 3d. a ton; for coals bought, 2d. a chalder, and grindstones, 3d.; for every ship let to freight or hire, 12d. These tolls the mayor and burgesses, and the burgesses before there was a mayor, have farmed from the King for 100l. a year; and they are their only revenue for paying the said farm, and for repairing the walls and pavements, the bridge over the main river and haven, and the ballast shore, which is of timber, 18 score feet in length, and costs 40 marks a year; the total costs being about 300l. a year, beside many other charges. If the customs are interrupted, the King will lose 600l. a year, beside the rent of 100l., and by the decay of the port the north parts will lose a great safeguard. The inhabitants of Aldeburgh have always paid these tolls without grudging till lately, and they have made this surmised complaint from malice, unless there is any record in the book of Domysday that the town is ancient demesne, or such privileges have been given to the prior and his tenants, &c.
Pp. 9, draft. Add.
R. O. 18. WM. LELEGRAVE, RIC. CANDYSHE, JOHN ESTON, HUGH BOYVYLE, and PETER FILIUS.
Draft commission as searchers of ore, as set out more fully on page 125.
Pp. 2.
R. O. 19. CUSTOMS.
Fragment of a privy seal licensing Thos. Combbis [to export or import goods], provided he does not make use of it for the goods of foreigners, thereby defrauding the customs. It commences by reciting Act for payment of custom, 15 Hen. VIII.
Pp. 2.
A.D. 1525.
1525
Feb.
Add. MS. 28,173. B. M.		 20. JUSTIFICATION DES ANGLOYS.
Instructions to the ambassadors with the Pope, to explain the seizure of De Praet's letters, and the complaints against him.
Fr., pp. 35. See Gayangos' Calendar, p. 65.
[12 Feb.]
Ibid.		 21. CHARLES V. to DE PRAET.
Fr., pp. 3. Gayangos, p. 45.
3 March.
Hearne's Adam de Domerham, xcvii.		 22. ABBEY OF GLASTONBURY.
Election of Richard Whiting as abbot of Glastonbury, 3 March 1524, in the chapel of York Place, by Wolsey, to whom the forty-seven monks had unanimously agreed to delegate their right of choosing.
9 March.
Add. MS. 28,173. B. M.		 23. ADOLF DE BOURGOGNE, [LORD OF BEURES,] LAURENS, and LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, Thursday, 9 March.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 20. Gayangos, p. 75.
10 March.
Ibid.		 24. ADOLPHE DE BOURGOGNE, [LORD OF BEURES,] J. LAURENS, and LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, Friday, 10 March, 11 p. m.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 6. Gayangos, p. 86.
16 March.
Ibid.		 25. ADOLF DE BOURGOGNE, [LORD OF BEURES,] LAURENS, and LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, 16 March 1525.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 7. Gayangos, p. 91.
24 March.
Ibid.		 26. ADOLF DE BOURGOGNE, [LORD OF BEURES,] and LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, 24 March.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 7. Gayangos, p. 93.
25 March.
Ibid.		 27. [LORD OF BEURES and LA SAUCH] to CHARLES V.
London, 25 March.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 2. Gayangos, p. 98.
25 March.
Add. MS. 28,173. B. M.		 28. DE PRAET to CHARLES V.
Pp. 10. Gayangos, p. 95.
31 March.
Ibid.		 29. ADOLF DE BOURGOGNE, [LORD OF BEURES,] LAURENS, and LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
P.S., dated London, 31 March. (fn. 4)
Fr., modern copy, pp. 14. Gayangos, p. 108.
31 March.
Ibid.		 30. LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
Has received her letter bidding him remain after the departure of Beures and the President, until the Emperor sends some one else. As matters have turned out differently to what they expected, as she will see by their letters, he does not feel capable of staying here, for the reasons he has written to Hochstrate, and begs her to send another in his place. London, 31 March.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 2.
Cott. App.
XLVIII.4. B. M.		 31. WOLSEY to [HUGH] ASHTON. (fn. 5)
Has received his letters, and those of his chamberlain and controller. Thanks him for his diligence. Will consult with his counsel for "a substantial office" to be devised and sent to him. Approves of his having levied fines on those who denied payment of rents. Authorises him to do the same with Sir John Evyryngham. Sends a privy seal if he refuses, and commands him to seize his copyholds. Will be sorry by his resistance to carry matters to extremity. Westminster.
Draft, in Wolsey's own hand; mutilated, p. 1.
2 April.
Add. MS. 28,173. B. M.		 32. BEURES, LAURENS, and LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
The President went today to the Cardinal to declare the contents of her letters and Silly's instructions. Said he supposed Wolsey knew of the articles given to the Emperor by the English ambassador, and his reply. He then commenced to talk of those who had been the causes of the disagreement. But the President did not wish to enter into this, and made no answer, but proceeded to speak of the proposals for peace made by the duke of Savoy. He said he was glad they saw it was not he, but others, who wished to treat with France. Replied that the proposal did not emanate from the Emperor, nor any one about him, but from the French king, as one could see from its being so advantageous to him. Showed him the contents of the Pope's letters; with which he was contented. Said that the Emperor did not wish to show any discontent with the Pope, and that he intended to send some light horse and artillery to join the 4,000 Germans and 300 men-at-arms, and to attack Narbonne, and that the Emperor desired the King to invade France where he thought best. He said he knew that the instruction contained also that Madame was to furnish 3,000 horse and 3,000 foot, for the King to lead where he pleased. Replied that there was no such clause, and, as he persisted, swore that he had not seen it. The Cardinal said that in that case they told the English ambassadors one thing, and wrote another. He again said that Madame must do it, for both the King and the Emperor were going to attack in person, and the treaties contained it,—offering to show them to him. Replied that there was no need, for that he knew their contents, and there was nothing about furnishing any number of men, and that the number demanded was impossible. Returning to what was said the day before about Picardy, he said that the King did not wish to invade Picardy, as the towns were too strong, and that if Madame did not assist she would lose the love of the English. Replied as before, that he could have enough horse and foot for his money. He said that Madame must make an effort; that the Emperor would gain Burgundy, Languedoc, and Provence; and that he knew the means to make him Emperor, not on paper, but really with power over Italy, and holding his court at Rome. Replied that he did not think the Emperor aspired to such a monarchy, but would be content to recover his own. He then desired the President to return on the following day at 3 p.m. London, Saturday, 1 April.
Today the President found the Scotch ambassadors with the Cardinal, who said that they would leave tomorrow or the day after, without any result; that he had done a great service to the Emperor, for the Scotch had asked for the Princess in marriage for their King, then for a perpetual peace, comprehending the French king, and, finally, for a truce until St. Andrew's Day; all which he had refused, and war therefore continues. Told him he wondered at the refusal of the truce, but he said that war was better. He repeated the services of the King to the Emperor, and requested the 6,000 men. Said it was impossible; that the people would not grant money to pay them. He said that the King was determined to invade; and that if they would do nothing for him, he would do nothing for them. Replied that they would do what they could, but that this was impossible. He then proposed capitulating in general, saying that when the Emperor's captain-general was with the Emperor, they could agree to march wherever was best. Said that could not be, for then the captain-general would be obliged to go to Normandy to meet the King. He said the King would land at Calais, where the captain could meet him; and that their artillery being at Valenciennes it was better to decide then than sooner, that the enemy might know nothing of it. London, Sunday, 2 April. (fn. 6)
Fr., modern copy, pp. 10.
3 April.
R. O.		 33. RALPH EARL OF WESTMORELAND to WOLSEY.
Received on the 1st April his letter, stating that the Earl had made a grant to certain persons of the advowson of the church of Brauncepath to the use of one of Wolsey's chaplains, and requesting him to have the church bound for the assurance of a pension to the present incumbent on his resigning the benefice to the said chaplain. This grant was made by the Earl at lord Burgevenny's request, not recollecting that he had previously granted the same to a chaplain of his own for long service during the Earl's youth, for which he had not otherwise rewarded him. Wolsey's chaplain holds another benefice in the Earl's gift, worth 20l. a year. Nevertheless, will act as Wolsey thinks fit. Brauncepath, 3 April. Signed.
P. 1. Add.: To my lord Cardinal's grace. Endd.
Cleopatra,
F. VI. 330. B. M.		 34. The "AMICABLE GRANT."
Instructions to the archbishop of Canterbury, for practising an amicable and loving grant with the spiritual persons and clergy of the diocese of Canterbury, for the conservation of the honor of the realm, and the recovery of the realm and crown of France, with other dominions rightfully appertaining to the King.
The King's subjects know that he has been obliged to join the Emperor, Bourbon, and other princes, for the repressing of the French king's ambition. Their joint army has invaded Provence, and returned to Italy to resist the French king's invasion, where it has remained all the winter, and finally defeated the King at Pavia. The present occasion of regaining the realm of France could not be honorably passed over. If it were, France would never after respect, pay tribute or pensions to, nor live in peace with, this realm. The people must therefore do all they can for this purpose, upon which depends all the future prosperity and honor of the realm. If it is effectually set forth, it will be the last demand which the King intends to make of his people; but if not, the country can neither prosper in honor nor wealth, but will remain in continual reproach and war, to the destruction of trade. The King therefore intends personally to invade France, which has thus long been unjustly withheld from the crown of England, in the beginning of this summer; and another army will be set upon the sea, the expence of which will be too great for the King to support, unless his subjects will contribute. He has therefore commissioned the archbishop of Canterbury to practise an amicable grant by the spiritual persons of his diocese, including monasteries and other houses of religion, exempt and not exempt, collegiate churches, hospitals, chantries, parish churches, &c. First, the Archbishop shall repair to his diocese, summon before himself or his commissaries spiritual persons of all degrees, except those whose names are contained in the enclosed schedule, declare to them the above preamble, and show them that after long discussion and consultation with the nobles and clergy, it has been decided that the rate for the spiritualty must be the third part of yearly revenues of lands, benefices, salaries, or wages, or the value of moveable goods from 10l. upwards, and the fourth part from 10l. downwards. Though these sums seem great, they will not amount to as much as the first loan.
To the persons whose names are enclosed, the King has directed letters requesting the advance of certain sums; which letters the Archbishop must deliver, exhorting them to comply with his request. If any of these are not taxed to the third part of their goods, he shall assess them at that rate. It is advisable to circulate the report of the destruction of the French army in Italy, and the capture of the King, the king of Navarre, and the rest of his nobility, and to make solemn processions, fires, and other tokens of joy and comfort, a few days before assembling the clergy, that this consolation may be fresh in their memory. The shortness of time will not allow the trial and examination of the values, and therefore every person will be assessed as he was at the last loan, unless he has been newly promoted, or his salary increased. The Archbishop must take order that some part of the money may be paid at once, and the whole of the rest may be paid to the treasurer of the Chamber by Midsummer next. A certificate of the sums to be paid must be sent to Wolsey as soon as possible. If the French king recompenses the King, or if a profitable peace is made before the voyage is commenced, the King will restore to his subjects as much of the money as he can. Signed.
Pp.8.
8 April.
Add. MS. 28,173. B. M.		 35. LORD BEURES, LAURENS, and LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, Saturday, "Veille de Pasques florye," 8 April.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 7. Gayangos, p. 121.
10 April. Cleopatra, F. VI. 323. B. M. 36. DUKE OF NORFOLK to [WOLSEY].
Since writing last, has had no small business to bring the King's commandment to good effect. The commissioners have taken great pains. They sent to the Duke 200 persons whom they could not induce to the grant, and he has so treated them that not one has refused. Does not think there are 20 in the shire from 20l. upwards who have not granted. Some have not appeared before the commissioners, being either absent or sick, but he is in no great doubt but that all will consent. Yesterday and tomorrow the people below 20l. will be practised. The grant will probably be much more than the loan was. Came hither on Sunday night. Found the mayor and inhabitants so desirous to please the King that no one has refused, except 20 or 24 persons from 20l. downwards, who were absent on business, and who, he doubts not, will agree as the others have done on their return. They have shed many salt tears for doubt how to find money to content the King. Advises that a letter of thanks should be sent to them. Lynn and Yarmouth cannot be cessed till Tuesday and Wednesday in Easter week, as the gentlemen appointed thereto are now sitting in other hundreds. However, six or seven of the best of Yarmouth promise that there shall be no default; and Wm. Conysby, Francis Montford, Thos. Thursby, and Thos. Gybon have made a like promise for Lynn. Has told Mr. Townesend to go there. Asks Wolsey to send a special commission for the town according to custom, with the above names, the mayor, "and a glass window to put in five or six more of his bretheren." Advises the insertion of his own name, though he may not sit. Wolsey expresses surprise that 24 of the best of the shire should not exceed 14 of the city, above 500l. in their values; but he assures him that all in the town and shire are valued according to the books sent by Mr. Wyot and Mr. Dauncey of the first loan. No one is favored a penny. He that paid 20l. at the loan has granted 33l. 6s. 8d., which will mount high if all the realm do the same. In the town there are more merchants above 200l. than gentlemen above 200 mks. Wolsey writes that it was a great error to allow the grant of Norwich to stand conditionally on other cities making a like grant; but there was no such condition made, but both they and the gentlemen after the grant desired him to intercede with the King, that if the like was not passed in other places, they might not be charged with theirs.
Desires to know the King's pleasure, whether he shall come up before St. George's Day. If he do so, he must start on the Tuesday after Easter Day, when the commissioners will sit for Lynn and Yarmouth, and two hundreds. Will not come till he hears the King's pleasure, although it is very needful for him to be in London to prepare for this great voyage. Norwich, 10 April. Signed.
Pp. 3.
Cleopatra, F.
VI. 340. B. M.		 37. THE LOAN.
Received by Sir Henry Wiat from the collectors of the loan from the temporalty, from 20l. upwards, 105,456l. 2s. 4½d., and from 20l. downwards, 57,472l. 8s. 10d. From noblemen of both classes and other men of substance, 11,160l.
Received by Edmund Pekham, from bishops and prelates of the Church, 38,569l. 5s. 8d. From the general clergy, by taxation of the commissioners, 17,682l. 15s. From divers temporal men, 9,656l. 15s. From the mayor and inhabitants of London, 14,200l., in addition to 5,800l. paid by Pekham to Wiat. From the mayor and fellowship of the staple of Calais, 6,500l. Total received by Wiat and Pekham, 260,697l. 6s. 10½d.
P.1. Endd.
10 April. R. O. 38. JOHN CAPON, ABBOT OF ST. BENET'S, to WOLSEY.
Has been informed, both by his brother's letters and by Wolsey's commissary, Dr. Lee, of Wolsey's intention to promote him. Would gladly have repaired to him, as desired, but for a sickness with which he has been visited, as the bearer, Mr. Crumwell, will inform him. Monastery of St. Benet's, 10 April. Signed.
P. 1. Add.: My lord Cardinal. Endd.
21 April.
Cleop. F. VI. 350. B. M.		 39. WARHAM to [WOLSEY].
Received his letters on the 17th inst.; and on the 19th, by the treasurer and comptroller of the Household, the King's letters and instructions concerning the amicable grant, which he will execute with all diligence. Letters are already sent to the sheriff of Kent to summon the commissioners to meet at Canterbury on 2 May. Afterwards they will sit at Maidstone, then at Otford, and elsewhere. Postponed the appearance of his clergy till he knows Wolsey's further pleasure how to order them. Hopes to hear from him before 2 May. Sees great difficulty in getting from the commons and spiritualty of Kent the required sums, which they say are "importable." Cannot perceive by their words but that they will be ready to do the best they can, from their love and faith to their Prince, and their respect for the costly journey and high enterprise proposed into France. In all the communication he has had with them, though he has used rough and smooth words, has never heard any one speak except reverently and honorably of the King. Wolsey himself, and others of the King's council, must take patience for a season, though fellows having but little consideration of the substance and necessity of the King's business talk of u[s] at their pleasure otherwise than becomes them. Is right sorry that the people should be so furious and lewd. Is called old fool, behind his back, for consenting to this grant. It is reported, as if in despite, that as he was the first that granted thereto, he will be a great occasion of the inconveniences that will follow therefrom. Some malicious persons say that it would be better for an old fool like him to take his beads in his hand, than to meddle in temporal business pertaining to war and general undoing of this country. But as Christ, who was called by the Jews a seducer, traitor, and worker by the Devil, bore it patiently, his children should do likewise, and not seek vengeance upon every word of displeasure. If God should punish extremely every lewd word and deed, he would, within a little while, leave but few alive. As to Wolsey, it always has been and will be that whoever is in most favor and counsel with a great prince shall be maligned, do he never so well; but whatever be spoken, the fruits which a tree brings forth will prove its goodness.
Would be as sorry to know any ill word spoken or ill deed intended against Wolsey as the dearest friend that he has, and will try and repress anything of the kind. Otford, 21 April. Signed.
Pp. 2.
29 April.
Add. MS. 28,173. B. M.		 40. LAURENS to [MARGARET OF SAVOY].
London, (fn. 7) 29 April.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 2. Gayangos, p. 142.
[31 May.]
Ibid.		 41. CHARLES V.
Information for John Jouglet, lord of Maretz, councillor, and master of requests of the Emperor's household, sent as ambassador to the king of England.
The alliance between the Emperor and the King, and the contract for marriage between the Emperor and the Princess.
The last capitulation between the Archduchess and the captain of Guisnes and Sir Robert Wingfield, that if the King invades Picardy in the present season, Madame will furnish at the Emperor's expence 3,000 horse and 1,000 foot; and 100 hoys for his passage, 776 cart horses, and 692 carts, for the artillery and baggage and artillery men. She will furnish more soldiers at the King's expence. The King and the Legate have urged Beures and the other ambassadors, and the captain of Guisnes and Wingfield have likewise urged Madame to furnish 3,000 horse and 3,000 foot, but they have excused themselves, and referred to the Emperor. The Emperor, in order to remove all cause of distrust, and to take away from the French any hope of breaking the alliance, has requested the King to deliver the Princess, which he is not bound to do till she is 12 years of age. He intends to employ the dowry and 200,000 ducats in the war. If the King refuses the Princess, the Emperor will ask for the dowry for the above purpose, and 400,000 ducats without deduction. The King has sent a gentleman to explain his intentions to the ambassadors with the Emperor. Madame desires the King to secure the herring fishery to the French and Scotch, if they will do the like for the Emperor's subjects. As to the valuation of money, if the King will send a commission to Wingfield, she will do what she can. De Maretz has a letter of credence to La Sauch, who will return, and also letters of credence to the King and Wolsey. He must receive letters coming from Spain for the ambassadors in England, present letters to the King and Wolsey, visit them as much as he can, find out news, especially whether there is a truce between England and Scotland; and, if so, ask for the King's consent to a truce between Scotland and the Low Countries. He must ask La Sauch for his ciphers, and ask him if there is anything to be done about the prisoners of Artois.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 9.
11 June.
Add. MS. 28,173. B. M.		 42. LORD BEURES, LA SAUCH, and LAURENS to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, 11 June 1525.
Fr., modern copy, pp.2. Gayangos, p. 197.
17 June.
Ibid.		 43. LA SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, 17 June.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 4. Gayangos, p. 200.
[17 June.]
Ibid.		 44. MEMORANDUM.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 3. Gayangos, p. 201.
24. June.
Ibid.		 45. LE SAUCH to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
Wishes the Emperor to know that John Joachim is here. Thinks he ought to say to the French ambassadors that as long as the Lady Regent, or those who have the charge of affairs in France, negotiate with others, he will not listen to any treaty. Thinks they would then revoke him, and not send another until they saw how matters were going. He came here a year ago yesterday, and the year has passed only in journeys. His coming has always been prejudicial to the Emperor, who, by the return of the commander Pinnalosa, will know well that he has to do; for he will hear from the ambassadors what power will have been sent to them for the person who accompanied Pinnalosa. It is very late for the army in Italy, to which much money is due, and he has no hope of getting a single crown here. They would rather practise to obtain money and make peace. St. John's Day, '24. (fn. 8)
Fr., pp. 3, modern copy.
31 July.
Galba, B. VII. 88*. B. M.		 46. J. JOUGLET and J. DE LA SAUCH to WOLSEY.
Have received by bearer letters from Madame, desiring them to solicit the King that Gregory de Piscaire, a prisoner at Calais for murder, may be delivered to the officers of the empire. Begs to have his despatches for Spain and Flanders, as they wish to send off the courier. London, 31 July. (fn. 9)
Fr., p. 1. Add.: Mons. le Legat.
7 Aug.
Add. MS. 28, 173. B. M.		 47. JOUGLET and LE SAUCHE to CHARLES V.
London, 7 Aug. 1525.
Fr., pp. 11, modern copy. Gayangos, p. 275.
27 Aug.
Ibid.		 48. JOUGLET to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, 27 Aug.
Fr., pp. 2, modern copy. Gayangos, p. 308.
23 Sept.
Ibid.		 49. JOUGLET to CHARLES V.
London, 23 Sept. 1525.
Fr., pp. 8, modern copy. Gayangos, p. 343.
9 Oct.
Ibid.		 50. JOUGLET to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, 9 Oct. 1525.
Fr., pp. 3, modern copy. Gayangos, p. 360.
2. Another copy in Add. MS. 28,574, f. 391, among Bergenroth's transcripts.
16 Oct.
Ibid.		 51. JOUGLET to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, 16 Oct. [1525].
Fr., pp. 3, modern copy, Gayangos, p. 366.
R. O. 52. SIR THOMAS LUCY.
Will of Sir Thomas Lucy, dàted 17 Nov. 15 Hen. VIII.
To be buried where it shall please God. 20l. to be disposed for the weal of his soul, of which 66s. 8d. is given to the Grey Friars at Bridgenorth, "whereof I am founder," the rest at the discretion of his executors. Manors left under trust to the use of his wife Elizabeth. His executors, after the death of his uncle Humphrey Lucy, to receive the issues of his said uncle's lands to perform his will. Provision for his daughters Radegand and Barbara, and for his sons Edmund and Thomas, &c.
Corrected draft. A paper roll.
R. O. 53. SIR THOS.LUCY
* * *
Funeral expences of Sir Thomas Lucy, paid by the said lady Elizabeth; viz., for black cloth, bread, beer, torches, tapers, and for making a litter to carry his body, also for alms to the poor, 135l. 4s. 8d.
Allowances of rent in Hikford, &c. Payment of debts to Sir Henry Wyatt and others. Repayment of monies to Richard Catesby. Fees to officers. Tithes, &c. for Lucy's sons and daughters, and other payments. Total of allowances, 1,149l. 10s. 3d., which exceeds the whole charge by 689l. 11s. 10¾d.
A roll of paper.
24 Sept.
R. O.		 54. JOHN BISHOP OF LINCOLN to WOLSEY.
Hears by Wolsey's servant that he wishes him to come to him. Was forced by sickness to leave his house at Woburn, and came hither last Wednesday, having sent away almost all his servants and horses. Will, however, come, if Wolsey wishes. Sends back his own servant with Wolsey's to know his pleasure. Holborn, 24 Sept. Signed.
P. 1. Add.: To my lord Cardinal's grace. Endd.
30 Oct.
Cal. E. II. 198. B. M.		 55. FRENCH PAYMENTS.
" * * * ... knight for Anthony [Cavallary]. (fn. 10)
"Where as there was concluded a bargain for payment [of] 2,000 marks a year by the sum of ... were ... ed .. the year afore the last payment thereof to ... payment the sum of 10,000l.; Now, because the Frenchmen knew of the advance ... 86,000l. and odd money, that is to say, 86,000l. [and] odd money for the King's debt, with the new advance ... of 6,000l. and odd money, and 10,000l. that the King shall have for a pleasure.
"The said 86,000l. and odd money to be paid in 65 ye[ars] after the rate of 7,000 crowns of the sun by year ... payment to begin vijo die Decembris anno Dom ... to ende anno Dom. 1590.
"Which 7,000 crowns of the sun yearly, after the rat[e of] 4s. 2d. sterl., 1d. Flemish the crown, amount[eth yearly] in sterl. money unto the sum of 1,477l. 15s. 6d. And so in 65 years the King shall have yearly the sum of 144l. 8s. 10d. towards the payment of the 6,000l. [in] money newly now to be advanced, and of the 10,000l. for a pleasure, which by the former bargain should have been paid, nor no penny thereof till the year aft[er the] last payment of all the foresaid sum of 80,000l."
In a different hand :—" Summa of the number of crowns of the soleill for 65 years at 7,000 crowns yearly, cccc ... crowns. Summa of the sterling money coming out of the 7,000 crowns yearly, during 65 years, at 4s. 2d. and 1d. Flemish, every piece, 86,000l. ... years' payment of 7,[000] crowns yearly at 4s. 2d. and 1d. Flemish the piece, making in sterl. money in the foresaid five years 7,38[8l. 17s. 6d.]" Amount in 65 years 455,000 crowns, or 96,[055l. 7s. 6d.]
Pp. 2, mutilated, and partly faded.
6 Nov.
[Cal. E. I. II.? 78.] B. M.		 56. ROBERTET to the FRENCH AMBASSADORS.
(Concluding leaf only.)
... " Messire le chancellier d'Allencon et ... datee a Tournon, le vj. jour de Nov[embre ... ] Robertet."
Endd.: "Copia literarum ad oratores Franciæ."
29 Nov.
Ellis, 2 Ser. II. 125.		 57. CROMWELL to ELIZABETH HIS WIFE. (fn. 11)
Sends by the bearer a fat doe, one half of which she is to deliver to his "gossip," Mrs. Smyth. Wishes Richard Swifte to come to him to Begham or Tonbridge, if he has returned. Begham, 29 Nov.
Wishes to know who has come to her to speak with him since he left.
Add.: To my well beloved wyf Elyzabeth Crumwell, agenst the Freyers Augustines in London.
S. B. 58. SIR RIC. WESTON, Knight of the Body.
To be treasurer of the town and marches of Calais, surrendered by Sir Wm. Sandes. Signed by Wolsey.
R. T. 137.
R. O.		 59. ENGLAND and FRANCE.
Memorandum of pressing matters connected with the treaty between the Regent of France and Henry VIII.
The power of the obligations, the minute of which has been sent by lord De Berigny. The amendment of the principal power, of the same date as the first, according to the minute made by don Andre, and sent together with the copy of the power delivered to the Admiral and the other ambassadors of the last treaty, and a duplicate of the power which we have taken. Letters patent of the ratification and the publication of the truce. The ratification must be made within the fortnight following the 14th of this month, the date of the capitulation of the treaties, and must be delivered before the 20th. To hasten the ratification by those princes, lords, and towns, in whose copies the day is left blank, the year only being stated.
The power will be sent for the consent of the Dowager Queen Mary, and the duke of Suffolk, touching the Queen's dowry.
Fr., p. 1.
R. O. 60. _ to _. (fn. 12)
Many persons come to your Lordship with groundless reports, but you must not believe them.
Has found no one to send more faithful and secret than the bearer, Fras. Mossurus. Asks him to have the bulls and letters finished by Mossurus that those here may be ready. Is to give Mossurus letters stating the month and day when the ships will be at Scapanto.
Lat., p. 1. In Vannes' hand.
S. B. 61. THOS. WYNTER, Clerk.
Presentation to the parish church of Wynwyke, Cov. and Lich. dioc., vice Thos. Larke, resigned, in the King's presentation by the minority of Edw. earl of Derby.
A.D. 1526.
1526
15 Jan.
Acts of Parl. of Sc. II. 299.		 62. The PARLIAMENT OF SCOTLAND.
Edinburgh, 15 Jan. 1525. * * *
14 March. All past Acts touching the King's person to remain in force till the next Parliament on the 12th June.
Jan.
Vesp. C. XIV. 212. B. M.		 63. The ROYAL HOUSEHOLD.
"A breefe of the Statutes of Eltham for the government of the Kinges howseholde." (See No. 1939.)
Latin, copy, pp. 48.
At the end a warrant, dated 10 June 18 Hen. VIII., to Nich. Hurleton and Edm. Peckham, clerks of the Green Cloth, and Edw. Weldon, clk. comptroller, for supplying livery coats to the yeomen of the Guard, &c.
Vesp. C. XIV.
249–51, 253–6. B. M.		 64. The PRIVY CHAMBER.
Ordinances devised by the King and Council concerning the Privy Chamber, as at page 863 antè.
Pp. 13.
Ib. 257. 2. Another copy, with some differences.
Pp. 16.
4 Feb.
Antiquariam Repertory, II. 184.		 65. The ROYAL HOUSEHOLD.
"The book of Henry earl of Arundel, lord chamberlain to king Henry VIII., and copy of a book signed by his Majesty, and delivered to the carl of Worcester, sometime lord chamberlain to his Highness."
Articles made by Henry VIII. with the advice of his Council, 4 Feb. 17 Hen. VIII., specifying the duties of knights and squires for the Body; gentlemen ushers; yeomen ushers; sewers of the chamber; yeomen of the Crown, of the guard, and of the chamber; groom porters; grooms of the chamber; pages of the chamber; the old order for making the King's bed; two forms of oath to be taken by the King's servants.
Vesp. C. XIV.
265. B. M.		 66. The KING'S CHAMBERLAIN.
As the earl of Worcester is too old to do the duties of chamberlain, lord Sandes shall in his absence bear a white staff within the court, and have the same allowances as the Earl would have if present. Signed by the King at the top, and by Worcester and Sands below.
Pp. 3.
5 Feb. R. O. 67. The KING'S COUNCIL.
"An order taken for the division of such matters as shall be treated by the King's council."
For matter in law:—My lord of London. My lords of Essex, Exeter, Fitzwater, Dacres of Gillesland, Mountjoy, and Westm The Master of the Rolls. My lord Fyneux, and the other judges. Sir Thos. Nevill, Sir Thos. More, Sir Robt. Drurie, Sir And. Windesore, Sir Hen. Wyatt, Sir Ric. Weston, Sir John Husye, Sir Wm. Fitzwilliam the elder, Sir John Dauncye, Sir Roger Townesend, Sir Wm. Walgrave, Sir John Mordant, Sir Wm. Gascoigne, Sir Wm. Essex, Dr. Dolman, Mr. Wm. Pallett, Mr. Hale of the Exchequer, and the other barons. The King's sergeants and attorney, Mr. Humfrey Wingfield, _ Wiggeston.
P. 1. Headed: vto Februarii.
R. O. 68. For SIR JOHN MORDAUNT and ROGER WIGGYSTON. (fn. 13)
To be surveyors of woods in all Crown lands, during pleasure; with certain powers, regulations, &c.
Draft, large paper, pp. 12. Parts of some of the pages have been cut off. Endd.
R. O. 2. Copy of the above, with some alterations.
Pp. 7, large paper. First page mutilated, and the rest partly defaced.
Camb. MS.
1044.		 69. CHARLES V.
A memorial of debts due by the Emperor to Henry VIII.
1. By a writing obligatory of the king of Castile, 40,000 nobles = 100,000 fl. and more. 2. By another bond of the same, for the wars of Fendelowe, 35,000 fl. 3. By a bond of the Emperor, 150,000 cr., at 4s. 4d. per cr. 4. Obligation of the indemnity, of which a copy is sent. 5. Money lent upon the flower de luce is not reckoned here. 6. The ambassadors are sufficiently instructed by former letters how to proceed in this indemnity to the King's interests without being extreme, as already mentioned.
P. 1.
ii. A minute, apparently of a speech made by Lee to the Emperor touching the above, and insisting that as the Emperor now abounded in money by his marriage with the princess of Portugal, he had no excuse for not paying the King, who had waited so long a time.
Lat., pp. 2.
2 April.
Add. MS. 28,173. B. M.		 70. G. SALAMANCA to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
Has received her letters of 28 Feb., and has written to the King his master (Ferdinand) about Madame de Longepicrre.
Has been to the King at Hampton Court. He promises, in case of peace between Christian princes, to assist Ferdinand against the Turks, and, even if there is not peace, he will do something for him. He intends to send him ambassadors. London, 2 April 1526.
Fr., modern copy, pp. 3.
Cal. D. x. 8.
B. M.		 71. HOLY LEAGUE.
* * * "as mytygation and exchange ... of the ... accordyd for hys redemption ... reasonable conditions at the [mediation of the Kyng's] hyghnes.
"First, there be four things principally [to be] foreseen; the one and chief is that th[emperor aspires to] the monagie of Italy, which had, he should ... mind that he should ... mind that he should thereby facilely contempte all other [powers], and set forth things to the hinderance, danger, [and dishonor of] all such princes as hath not, according to his [desire, joined] with him for the attaining of the said monarchy.
"The second thing is, that the Pope, the states of [Italy, and the] French king, which now, for the withstanding of the [Emperor, have come] to the King's highness for counsel, offering them[selves to be] ordered and directed by the same, be not defrauded [of their] expectation, whereby they, discouraged, might f ... deeply with the Emperor.
"The third thing is, that the good amity and inte[lligence being] renuyd between the King's highness and ... might by showing of mutual kindness in ... and more in such wise that neither by ... offers and promise the French king do ... amity and adhere to the * * *the treaty com ... minish a great part of ... [French king's (fn. 14) ] hostages, so that th ... ryge (?) and given him the aid ... to Italy and conjoining (?) ... yet, that notwithstanding, the French shall m ... that behalf, for the which purpose ... cannot be devised.
" ... for the eschewing and avoiding of the sey[d inconveniences] that a mutual band be made between the [King's highness] and the said French [king] that neither of them sh[ould treat any]thing with the Emperor but by common consent t ... the prejudice of either of them, and th[at the king of the Fren]che shall nothing do concerning the performing ... [of t]he said treaty, but by the King's knowledge and ex[press consent]; at which band made the said two Princes may [then con]fidently and overtly proceed, the one with the other, [without jealou]sy or mistrust. And so, consequently, there m ... [de]vysys concerning that straiter conjunction and per ... thought so good for a perpetual peace op ... [reco]mpense to be made to the king's Grace, his heirs [and succe]ssors for ever, with a secret interview without ceremo[ny] ... between the said Princes.
" ... s things shall chance to be in communication ... cion and celerity it shall be ... [n]ecess[ary] ... * * * ... thereby the Emperor may be [let and hindered] in his enterprises and do ... [r]efusal of reasonable things off[ered by the king's Hig]hness as a common friend, he may ... confederates of the same, which ... danger and peril. And by these [devices it is] ... nearly thought that the Emperor shall be st ... [hearken] to reason without any great hostility, and in [the meantime the] king's Highness should enter the said league wy ... wey if the Pope, the French, the Venetians ... thereunto as of reason they ought to be for this mat[ter] ... King nothing for any particular ... interest or harm that may arise or ensue t[o him] by the Emperor's treaty with the French king o[r descent] in to Italy, there is nothing moveth grace (sic) to ... this matter but only the love and affection that be between [the] said confederates; and it is no small thing th[at he] is contented to do, that is to say, to promise neither to favor o[r assist] the Emperor in anything concerning the withstanding [of the] league, but to favor and set forth the same as much as he may be ... not contrary to his promise, brought to the war ... without any reasonable ground or breach; this ... well extended may be sufficient ground to ... French king and Venetians to * * *... the said league ... at the making thereof ... tend to do either by c ... what recompense his Grace shall have ... ssynstens (?) shall be given to the King ... real as for the payment of hy ... for as recom- pense for such title as th ... justly to the realms of Castile and Lyons ... as the King shall desire of the Pope, &c.
"There [i]s one other way that may be taken if the ... be admitted, ... doth somewhat sound to the war and ... che that hostility shall arise thereby between the K[ing and the Emp]eror.
"[Another] device is that the foresaid league be concluded ... fyens before rehearsed, so that the [King our master] be not bound actually to enter the same [league within] two months of the conclusion and publication [of the same, and] the King make only contribution of sums of m[oney not exce]eding at the uttermost xxv. (fn. 15) ducats by the m[onth] ... spas (?) for repayment, assignation of yearly ... above, &c.
" ... anse why the said delay shall be gev[en] ... in the said meantime." * * *
Draft in Wolsey's hand, pp. 4, mutilated.
8 May.
Add. MS. 28,713. B. M.		 72. JOUGLET to MARGARET OF SAVOY.
London, 8 May 1525.
Fr., pp. 4, modern copy. Gayangos, p. 688.
17 May.
R. O.		 73. BRIAN HIGDON to WOLSEY.
On Tuesday last was at Selby for the election of an abbot. At his suggestion the prior and brethren given to Wolsey full power to elect one for this time. Advises him to choose one of the brethren. There are four or more able men among them. The election of a stranger would do injury to the house, which is poor, and in great debt. It was greatly impoverished by the last stranger they had. York, 17 May.
Hol., p. 1. Add.: To my lord Cardinal of York and legate of England.
22 May.
Bib. Nat. MS. 2963.		 74. HENRY VIII. to FRANCIS I.
Treshault et trespuissant prince, nostre trescher et tresame frere et bon cousin, a vous tres affectueusement et de bon cueur nous nous recommandons, vous advertissant que le gentilhomme porteur de cestes, ung des escuiers de vostre ecurie, nous a fait present depar vous des belles mules, que du parfait et entier amour envers nous, et a nous faire honneur et plaisir luy aviez ordonne nous amener, lesquelles vous assurons, treshault et trespuissant prince, nostre trescher et tresame frere et bon cousin, sont si electz, belles et de si bon train, et en toutz endroitz si bien composees et qualifiez, lornature et accoustrement deulz aussy si honnourable, bien fait et devisee, que nous ne le povons trop louer, commender et priser, estantz deliberez pour amour et en souvenance de vous, souvent les user a nostre comfort et rejoissement. Et pour ceste vostre bon et amiable gratuitie nous vous mercions tant cordiallement que faire povons, advisant que nous laccumelerons et mectrons en memoire entre vous (MS. for vos) aultres grands et bonnes demonstrances a nous journellement faites, et pour reciproque correspondence en fauldrons estre autant estudieux a vous faire honneur et plaisir en toutz vous (sic) affaires, aiantz grant desir povoir deviser aucune chose de gentillesse dedens cestui nostre roianlme qui pareillement pourra estre a vostre contentacion et plaisir. A laquelle chose accomplir nous nous emploierons de tout nostre eueur; priant, au surplus, nostre Seigneur quil vous veulle avoir, treshault et trespuissant prince, nostre trescher et tresame frere et bon cousin, en sa tressaincte et digne garde. Escript en nostre chasteau de Wyndesor le xxiie de jour de May lan xvczXXVI.
Vostre bon frere et melieur amy,
HENRY R.
A treshault et trespuissant prince, nostre trescher et tresame frere et bon cousin, le Roy Francois de France.
26 May.
Royal MS. ½1/7½ b. f. 12. B. M.		 75. FRANCIS I.
Instructions to Jean de Calmont (Calvimont), councillor of the king of France, and second president of the Parliament of Bordeaux, sent to the Emperor.
First, Calmont is to deliver his letters of credence, and to say that the peace between the Emperor and the King is profitable and agreeable to France. He is sent to reside at the Imperial court, and would have been sent sooner, but the King has waited for his Queen that they might send him jointly. The King has waited long for her on the Spanish frontier; and intends to wait for some time at Cognae, although his presence is required at Paris and in Burgundy. The King desires the Emperor to send her speedily, and reminds him that he has hostages; that he himself is a prince of honor, and has promptly performed what he could, as the surrender of Hesdin, &c.
The ambassador is sent so expedite the return of Bourbon's property. The principals of Burgundy are on the road, and the King hopes to manage matters well with them, which would have been difficult if the ratification had been delivered. He must congratulate the Emperor on his marriage with the princess of Portugal; show that the ratification could not be immediately delivered, in consequence of the difficulty of inducing a country which has long been under the dominion of a prince to change; and the affair must of necessity be conducted cautiously and discreetly. The chief difficulty is the insertion by the Emperor's chancellor of a clause obliging the King to obtain the consent of the Parliament, estates, and vassals of Burgundy. If they say to him that the Papal and Venetian ambassadors are at the French court, trying to hinder the performance of the treaty of Madrid, he must reply that they have come to congratulate him on his deliverance, and that they said that a universal peace would be good; but if they mentioned anything touching his honor he would not hear them. He must also remind the Emperor of the preparations made by the Turk.
Fr., pp. 10, modern copy.
18 June.
R. O.		 76. ROBERT BRANDLYNG, Merchant of Newcastle, to NORFOLK.
Sent the King's letters to the duke of Holstein for the delivery of our ships. His servant delivered them to his Grace, who, after breaking the letters, seeing it was addressed to the duke of Holstein, gave it to one of his Council, who returned it to the messenger, saying he knew no such man. Had it been addressed to the king of Denmark, he would have answered it. Thus the messenger was driven to make supplication for delivery of the ships, when he was told that we should be answered when Cowpmanhavonne was given over. Our mariners, therefore, remain there at great cost, awaiting his pleasure. Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 18 June. Signed.
P.1. Add. Endd.
25 June.
Acts of Parl. of Sc. II. 300.		 77. The PARLIAMENT OF SCOTLAND.
Edinburgh, 12 June 1526.
13 June. The King takes all offices into his own hands.
14 June. The King being now 14 years of age takes the government into his own hands. The King declares void the letters sent to the Pope in favor of Andro Dury for the abbacy of Melrose, in opposition to Dene John Maxwell, abbot of Dundrynan.
19 June. Master Alex. Kingorn, dean of Rosscheld, ambassador of Christiern king of Denmark, appeared as procurator for John Mathisone and Clement Androsone, captains of the Peter Hull, wrecked near Aberdeen. Case prorogued to 20 Oct.—John Skrimgeor asked instruments that he warned the Lords that when he was in Denmark "the discharge of Orkney and Shetland might have been had surely to the king's Grace."
20 June. Summons of treason was issued against lord George Hume to have appeared in Parliament on the 14th inst. for not assisting Archibald earl of Angus, warden of the East and Middle Marches, at days of truce. On the case being heard, he is declared innocent. Andrew Ker of Farnyhirst is also absolved from a similar charge.
21 June. Names of lords appointed for the King's council. All acts of the King since he reached the age of 14, on the 11th April last, are confirmed by Parliament.
Summons of treason to be raised against the earl of Eglintoun, the lord Simple, Nele of Mungumry, and Sir John Striveling of the Keir.
21 June. The King and the Three Estates ratify the letters of commendation to the Pope for the promotion of George, abbot of Holyrood House, to the bishopric of Dunkeld, and of William Douglas, provost of Methven, to the abbacy of Holyrood House. The King ratifies the decree given in Parliament in favor of John Somervale against James earl of Arran and others.
It is thought expedient that ambassadors be sent to France and England about the King's marriage.
No pardon or respite to be granted to persons who commit slaughter with deceit, or burn houses, &c. by night, until the King come to the age of 25.
General pardon granted to the earls of Angus, Argyle and Lennox, Glencairn, lord Maxwell, and their kin, for 19 years.
25 June. The King ratifies a grant made before, by the advice of Albany, to George lord Hume, of the possessions of Alexander late lord Hume, his brother.
The King requires James archbishop of St. Andrew's to cease from all proceedings against those who have taken part of his lands by virtue of any commission not according to common law.
2 July,
R. O.		 78. GEORGE ELYOTT to CROMWELL.
Many Frenchmen have been here continually during this mart, but on Thursday last they had warning by two posts to tarry no longer, and they left that morning, to the number of 50 or 60 persons. This country reckons to have war with them again; but as long as we be their friends, they do not care for them. At our departing we shall have as much money owing to us as we be all worth, and more too, certainly more than 100,000l., for there is no ware to bring homeward, by which a man could reckon to make his money in a year. Asks Cromwell to lend his wife 20l. till his return. Antwerp, 2 July 1526.
Hol., p. 1. Add.
7 July.
R. O.		 79. [WOLSEY ?] to _
Advises him not to hinder John Bussy from occupying the stewardship of the manor of Hogh, Linc., with the "manrod" and the order of the tenants there, which his predecessors granted under their conventual seal to him and his father Sir Miles Bussy, now dead, (fn. 16) in survivorship. London, 7 July.
P. 1, draft. Endd.: Copie of a letter devised for John Busshe, Esq.
10 July.
MS. 3010, f. 24. Bibl. Nat.		 80. THOS. MARQUIS OF DORSET to MONTMORENCY.
Thanks Francis for assigning him, among other English nobles, a pension of 500 cr. Is not dissatisfied, but mentions that he has been a pensioner since the two Kings met at Ardre, at which time Francis gave him 1,000 cr. a year; and thinks this present grant may have been made by inadvertence. London, 10 July 1526.
Fr., from a transcript, p. 1.
17 July.
Camb. MS. 1044, f. 17.		 81. HENRY VIII. to LEE.
Has seen by his communications to Wolsey, and by his last despatch from Seville, the 13th of May, the present state of affairs, and that an ambassador had been despatched to England by the Emperor. Sends the present bearer on matters of great moment. As the Turk intends shortly to enter Hungary, and Lutheranism is rapidly spreading in Germany, Henry has directed his policy accordingly, and hopes the Emperor will do the same, without any regard to his private interests, considering the friendship that exists between them. The Emperor is aware that the king of France cannot persuade his subjects to accomplish the conditions of the treaty of Madrid, and that the Italians are in great dread of the Emperor's coming into Italy with an armed force. He should therefore act with moderation. In view of these evils, Francis has made a league with Venice and the Pope, nominating England as protector, and leaving a place for the Emperor, on condition of his restoring the French king's children for a sum of money, and satisfying his debts to England. In consideration, however, of his love for the Emperor, and belief in his moderation, the King has hitherto refused the said protectorate, and he trusts that the Emperor will manifest to the world his desire for the general peace of Christendom, abandoning all hopes of receiving the Imperial Crown by force, revoking his army, and allowing the duke of Milan to enjoy the duchy, especially at the King's intercession. The King also trusts that the Emperor will acquit the debt that is due to him, and will interpose his best services between Francis and the Emperor. This course will conduce to his own stability, and remove the dangers and scandals of Christendom. Lee is to send word how the Emperor accepts these proposals, that the King may know how to act for the good of Christendom, and whether he shall accept the protectorate that is offered him. As Lee is not well acquainted with the French tongue, and the Emperor does not understand Latin, the King sends a translation of these instructions in French; and Lee is to tell the Emperor that he has ordered this to be done verbatim, for the better understanding of the Emperor. If the Emperor takes these proposals strangely, he is to "extend the circumstances thereof" according to his wisdom. If it is reported that the King has entered the league already, he is to deny it. As the contrahents intend to act immediately, the Emperor will see the necessity of a speedy reply. If he should ask Lee what he considers a sufficient recompence for redemption of the hostages, Lee shall say, as of himself, that it should be not less than 1,000,000 cr., to be paid at various dates; and that "there may be consignation made of a good part" of the debt due to England, "upon such payments as shall be agreed to be made by the French king unto the Emperor for that purpose;" in which matter Henry would act liberally. If he finds the Emperor obstinate, Lee shall warn him that the King will very unwillingly be compelled to enter the league, and oppose his designs in Italy. The ambassadors of the Pope, France, and Venice are to be made privy to these instructions. Oking, (fn. 17) 17 July. Signed by the King at top and bottom.
Pp. 16. Add.
Camb. MS.
1044, f. 170.		 82. SPAIN.
Seven proposals made to the Emperor for restoring the French king's children.
Lat., pp. 4.
22 July.
R. O.		 83. GEORGE LAWSON to CROMWELL.
Begs him to remember his matters, and "be at some point" with the prior of Lees. The bearer, Lawson's chaplain, is going to the prior of Lewes about a benefice. Begs Cromwell to give him his advice, and when the chaplain goes to the bishop of Norwich, to write to some of his friends about the Bishop. Remembrances to my cousin Smyth and his wife, and Mrs. Gostwyk. Berwick, 22 July.
Hol., p. 1. "To the right worshipful Master Cromwell at London."
19 Sept.
R.O.		 84. GEORGE LAWSON to CROMWELL
Begs him to remember his matter with the prior of Lees, Grenefeld, and Typtre, and to help get some money. Understands Edward Pekham has obtained the office of cofferer of the King's household. If it be not passed, and remedy can be had by my lord Cardinal, hopes Cromwell will have him in remembrance. Tell my cousin Smythe he has forgotten his old friend, and has not written since Lawson left London. York, 19 Sept.
Desires news. Ask my gossip Bonvice to write to Mr. Florens to see that my son George be kept continually at school.
Hol., p. 1. Add.: To my right worshipful Master Cromwell at London. Endd.
24 Sept.
R. O.		 85. BRIAN HIGDON, WM. ABBOT OF RIEVAUX, and JOHN ABBOT OF ROCHE to WOLSEY.
The Abbot Elect of Fountains, of whose conduct Wolsey wished to be informed before the confirmed him, is a good and virtuous liver, well learned, and of good experience and gravity. He is the best man for the place in the convent, and they beg Wolsey to order him to be admitted. 24 Sept. Signed.
P. 1. Add.: To my lord Cardinal's Grace and Legate of England.
29 Sept.
Camb. MS. 1044, f. 26.		 86. WOLSEY to LEE.
Wishes him to see the pensions due to Wolsey from Palance and Toledo paid according to the Pope's bull. Is surprised that these pensions are withheld, and wishes him to obtain assistance of John Almayn. As these pensions amount to 7,500 ducats, will give Almayn 500 ducats per annum for his help. Holds the Emperor's grant of 9,000 cr. of the sun yearly in recompence for the bishopric and abbey of St. Martin's, Tournay, which has now been unpaid for four years. Begs him to obtain the whole or part of this sum. Will give Almayn for his assistance 2,000 cr. and 500 ducats per annum, making in all 1,000 ducats per annum. Lee may take part of the sums he collects for his own diets. The More, 29 Sept. Signed.
Pp. 2, in Wriothesley's hand. Add.
9 Oct.
Add. MS. 28,035. B. M.		 87. DOVER.
Account of the fees, &c. paid by ships at Dover, from 2 June 1518 to 9 Oct. 1526.
30 Oct. 1518. The Peter, Thomas May, master, to Calais, with 25 horses of Mr. Vauce.—The John, T. Fynnyas, master, to Calais, with Mr. Vauce and his servants.
8 Nov. The Myghell, Wm. Legent, master, to Calais, with 17 horses of Mr. Carow's.
10 Nov. The Anne, Wm. Fynnyas, master, to Calais, with Mr. Cheney, his stuff, and his servants.—The Christofor, Robert Stelman, master, to Calais, with my Lord Chamberlain's horses.—The George Cokkes, Nicolas Cokkes, master, to Calais, with Mr. Peche's horses.—The Peter, Thomas May, master, to Calais, with the ambassadors of Spain.—The Harry, Wm. Martyn, master, to Calais, with my Lord Chamberlain's company.
14 Jan. [1519]. The James, Wm. Martyn, master, to Calais, brings "in his homeway" five servants and five horses of Mr. Bolen, ambassador.
21 Jan. The Margat, John a Wod, master, "in his homeway," six horses of my Lord Chamberlain, and four of my lord of St. John's.—The Christoffor, Robt. Stelman, master, "in his homeway," eight horses of my lord of Ely, and six of Mr. Weston.
29 Jan. The Peter, Pers Yong, master, "in his homeway," Sir Wm. Par and other lords.
5 Feb. The Mary and John, Wm. Legent, master, "in his homeway," the ambassadors.—The Peter, in his homeway, my lord of Ely.
8 Feb. The Christofor, in his homeway, my lord of Ely.
21 April. The John, Thos. Fynnyas, master, to Calais, with my lady Vause.
[19 May]. (fn. 18) The Barbara, Wm. Legent, master, to Calais, with Sir John Fragueham.
14 Feb. The Barbara, James Foch, master, in his homeway, five horses of my lord of Ely.
15 Feb. The Peter, Pers Yonge, master, in his homeway, my Lord Chamberlain, ambassador.—The John, Thomas Fynnyas, master, in his homeway, Dr. Knight.
31 March.The Jamys, Wm. Martyn, master, and the Christofor, Robt. Stelman, master, to Calais, with the ambassador of Flanders.
10 April. The Margat, John a Wod, master, to Calais, with Mr. Skevington, master of the King's ordnance.
16 April. The John, T. Fynnyas, master, "in his homeway," Mr. Skevington.
20 April. Paid to John a Wod, for setting over Mr. Skevington, 12s. 5d.
16 May. The Peter Yong, Pers Yong, master, to Calais and back, with Mr. Wynkfeld, and bringing over Mr. Treasurer.
20 May. The Barbara, James Foch, master, to Calais, with Mr. Carewe and Mr. Gilforth.
20 June. Mr. Mayor, Mr. Nethersole, James Foch, and John May, elected wardens of the "fyrebox" (ferry box).
There is to receive of the customers of this Michaelmas quarter, for setting over the Legate, 8l. 8s. 10d.
Mem. It is agreed by the wardens and company of the "ferebox" that the following ships shall be laid up either here in the Wyke, or in Calais, or Sandwich haven, to be ready to do service when commanded by the wardens and company;—viz., Mr. Bailly, the Harry and the Myghell; Mr. Nethersole, the Clement; Pers Yong, the Myghell; The Town, the Margat.
12 Oct. The Mighell Yong, Pers Yong, master, to Calais, with Master Marshall, Master Carowe, and an ambassador; in his homeway, my lady Vausce and Mr. Derell.
28 Oct. The George, T. Barbour, master, to Calais, with Mr. Lieutenant of the Staple.—10 Nov. To Calais, with Frenchmen.—17 Nov. To Calais, with the master of the Fellowship.
12 Dec. The Christofor Stelman, Robt. Stelman, master, to Calais, with my lady Carewe.
3 Feb. [1520]. The Peter Yong, Pers Yong, master, to Calais, with Mr. Wyngfeld.
4 Feb. The George, Thos. Whitmore, master, to Calais, with 20 horses of Mr. Wyngfeld's. (To be paid by a letter to my lord Cardinal.)
21 Feb. The George Barbour, to Calais, with Master Pater and three of his horses.—The Myghell, Gyllan, master, to Calais, with Mr. Vausce and Mr. Belknappe.
16 March. The Christofor, Robt. Stelman, master, to Calais, with the King's carpenters; and the George, T. Whitmore, master, with the King's laborers.
15 Oct. The Barbara, James Foch, master, in his homeway, seven horses of Mr. Treasurer.
18 Oct. The John, John Barbour, master, to Calais, with a French ambassador.
10 Nov. The Myghell, Wm. Martyn, master, to Calais, with the lord of Spain; in his homeway, two horses of Mr. Deputy, "that is, Sir John Pechy." (fn. 19)
29 Nov. The Mary and John, Wm. Legent, master, to Calais, with the abbot of St. Austin's.
1 Dec. The Myghell, Wm. Martyn, master, to Calais, with ten horses of an ambassador.
6 Dec. The Gabryell, John May, master, to Calais, with the lord deputy Sir Harry Barmys. (fn. 20)
7 Dec. The Mary and John, with seven horses of my Lord Deputy's.
15 Dec. The Myghell, to Calais, with Sir Morys Bartley (Berkeley), seven of his horses, and seven of the King's.—The Gabryell, to Calais, with Mr. Carewe.—The Harry, Gyllam, master, to Calais, with Mr. Wynsour.
3 Jan. 12 Hen. VIII. (1521). The George Barbour, Thomas Barbour, master, to Calais, with Mr. Comptroller.
12 Jan. The Barbara, James Foch, master; and the George Barbour, Thos. Barbour, master, to Calais, with Mr. Fuwilliams.
8 Feb. The Mary and John, John Barbour, master, in his homeway, six horses of Sir Andrew Wynsour.
26 Feb. Paid to Pers Yong, for setting over Mr. Dean of the King's chapel, 26s.
5 March. The Gabryell, John May, master, to Calais, with Mr. Pole.
Mem. The customer has promised to pay, 14 days after Midsummer, 10l. for the passage of Sir Richard Wynkfeld, and 5l. 6s. 8d. for the passage and repassage of Mr. Skevyngton.
28 March 1520. The Mary and John, Wm. Legent, master, to Calais, with the King's artificers.
29 March. The John, John Barbour, master, to Calais, with the King's laborers.
31 March. The George, T. Barbour, master, to Calais, with Mr. Marshal of Calais.
"32 March." The Mary and John, to Calais, with Mr. Clarencyus.
13 April. The Barbara, James Foch, master, to Calais, with my Lord Chamberlain.
13 April. The Gabryell, Edw. May, master, to Calais, with forty sawyers. conducted by John Horton and Edw. Strete. 14 April, with Thomas Rawlens, the Cardinal's clerk of the kitchen, Strete, Horton, and forty carpenters. 15 April, with forty sheep of my Lord Chamberlain, and three horses of Mr. Gylforth.
16 April. Due to John Myghell, master of the Clement, from the sergeant of the King's bakehouse, for his horses, servants, and stuff, 33s. 4d.
22 April. The Myghell, Gyllan, master, to Calais, with the King's mill horses and others.
29 April. The John, John Barbour, master, to Calais, with Mr. Sandes.
30 April. The Clement, to Calais, with lady Vausce.
3 May. The George, T. Barbour, master, to Calais, with eighteen painters.
5 May. The Christoffour, Robt. Stelman, master, to Calais, with an ambassador of F[rance].
12 May. The George, to Calais, with Mr. Mekelow.
18 May. The Barbara, James Foch, master, to Calais, with an ambassador of France.
20 May. The Mary and John, to Calais, with five bullocks and twenty-five sheep of my lord of Ely.
22 May. The James, Wm. Martyn, master, to Calais, with 20 bullocks and 120 sheep for my lord of Suffolk.—The George, T. Whitmore, master, to Calais, with 25 bullocks and 60 sheep of my lord Cardinal's.—The Christoffour, to Calais, with 24 bullocks and 60 sheep of my lord Cardinal's.—The John, John Barbour, master, to Calais, with 30 carpenters.
2 July. The Gabryell, to Calais, with 30 carpenters, sawyers, joiners, and painters.
"Mem., that all the ships of Dover, that is, 14 sail, entered in wages the 5th day of July, whereupon is received of the commissioners for a prest 30l."
9 July. The Mary and John, to Calais, with two horses, two mares, and four bulls of the King's.—Paid for a breakfast to the commissioners, 3s.
28 July 1520. Robert Stelman, Pers Yong, Thomas Fynnyas, and Thomas Barbour were chosen wardens of the "ferebox" for the following year.
24 Dec. Receipt of sums from the customer, for the passage of Belknappe, Vausce, the King's artificers, and others, during the past year, to be divided among 13 ships.
15 Aug. 1520. The Peter, Robt. Browne, master, returning with Mr. Wyngfeld.
13 Sept. The James, Wm. Martyn, master, to Calais, with Dr. Donston (Tunstall).
27 April 1521. The Peter Yong, Pers Yong, master, returning with seven horses of Mr. Treasurer's.—The Gabryell, to Calais, with 14 bullocks and 100 sheep of Sir Mores of Bartlett.
11 May. The Peter Yonge, to Calais, with Mr. Wyngfeld.
4 June. The John, T. Fynnyas, master, to Calais, with Mr. Vausce.—The Christoffour, to Calais, with 15 horses of Mr. Treasurer's, Mr. Pellam's, Mr. Tate's, and merchants, and a mule of Mr. Vausce's.
6 June. The Gabryell, to Calais, with three horses of Mr. Carewe, and two of merchants.
10 June. Mr. Bailly, Mr. Nethersole, Jas. Foch, and Edw. May, chosen wardens of the "fere box" for the next year; the box to be kept a quarter by each of them.
[17 June.] The Gabryell, to Calais, with Mr. Willm. Fewilliams.
27 July. The Myghell, Thos. Lymmyngton, master, to Calais, with my lord Mountjoy.
31 July. The Mary and John, to Calais, with ten bullocks of Sir Mores of Barlett, and a horse of Adryan Dogan.
10 July. The Peter, to Calais, with Mr. Wyngefelde.
20 July. The John, Thomas Fynnyas, master, to Calais, with horses of Mr. Breswod and Mr. Eston, servant to my lord Cardinal.
22 July. The Gabryell, to Boulogne, with a French ambassador.
30 July. The George, Thos. May, master, to Calais, with 27 bullocks of my lord Cardinal.—The Mary and John, to Calais, with five bullocks and a horse of my lord Cardinal's, and six horses of Mr. Vausce.
31 July. The George, to Calais, with Mr. Lusyn.
12 Aug. The Gabryell, with bullocks of my lord Mongioy, and six horses of Mr. Gilforth.
29 Aug. The Christoffour, to Calais, with twenty bullocks of my lord deputy, and four horses.
5 Sept. The John, with five bullocks and twenty sheep of my lord of Duram, and a mare of Mr. Breswod; in his homeway, Mr. Vausce.—The Peter, Robert Justes, master, to Calais, with eight bullocks of Sir Mores a Barlett; in his homeway, Mr. Gyett.
16 Sept. The Mary and John, to Calais, with "Spayners."
22 Sept. The John, in his homeway, eight horses of my lord of Durham's.
23 Sept. The George Barbour, to Calais, with six bullocks of my lord of Durham's.
28 Sept. The Christoffour, Simon Scot, master, in his homeway, my lord of St. John's horses.
9 Oct. The John, in his homeway, three horses of Mr. Mores, and eight men of my lord of St. John.
31 Oct. The Peter, to Calais, with Mr. Scrox, pertaining to my lord Cardinal.
16 Nov. The Peter, to Calais, with certain doctors of my lord Cardinal, Mr. Croke, and merchants.
22 Nov. The Myghell, to Calais, with 100 sheep of my Lord Deputy, two servants of Dr. Knyghte, and 40 qrs. of malt of Mr. Bailly; in his homeway, my Lord Chamberlain.—The Peter, going to Calais, and bringing back my lord Cardinal.—The John, going over for my lord of Doram.
[4 Jan.] 1522. The Barbara, to Calais with the ambassador of Hungary.—The Myghell, to Calais, with Mr. Cheney.—The Peter Yonge, Robt. Justes, master, to Calais, with Mr. Wyngfeld and Dr. Knyght; for payment of which there is a privy seal directed to the customers.
23 Feb. The Gabryell, to Calais, with 15 bullocks of Sir Mores of Bartlett.
The master of the "Mesyndewe" hath 20s. from the box, and must have 13s. 4d. more from Mr. Mayor.
From Lady Day to Midsummer 13 Hen. VIII. [1522]. The Mary and John, with eleven horses of Mr. Treasurer, and one of Mr. Clopton.—The John Evangelist, John Barbour, master, to Boulogne, with a French am- bassador.—The Peter, in his homeway, nine Spaniards; and again to Calais with Sir Edw. Gylforth.
7 May. The Peter and the Myghell, to Calais, with Mr. Wynkfeld.
21 May. The Peter, to Calais, with my Lord Warden.
23 May. The Myghell, and other ships, to Calais, with my lord Marcas (Marquis, i.e. Dorset) and the bishop of Chichester, their servants and horses.
24 May. The John, to Calais, with seven horses of my lord Delaweyr's.
29 May. The Christoffour, to Calais, with 19 horses of Mr. Sandes.
30 May. The Myghell, to Calais, with my lord of Istylstayn.
2 June. The Barbara, to Calais, with Sir Matthew Browne and his company.—The Peter, to Calais, with 100 men of Sir Morys of Bartlett; in his homeway, an ambassador of Flanders, called a Frenchman; and Mr. Cheney.
16 June 1522. Due to the box for setting over my lord Marcas, my lord of Delawey, my lord of Chichester, and transporting the Emperor, 58l.
10 July 14 Hen. VIII. Robert Stelman, mayor, Peter Yong, Thomas Fyneas, and John May were chosen wardens of the passage, and took their oaths before the Company.
16 July 14 Hen. VIII. The Christoffer Stelman, and three other ships, with the Emperor's servants.—20 July, six ships, and 21 July, one ship, with the Emperor's men.
"Here cometh in the service in setting over of the King's army of soldiers."
From 8 Aug. to 2 Sept. the following were ferried over:—lord Fytzwauter, 30 men, 20 horses, 30 miners. Robert Basle, and 27 other men. 40 men, with horses of Norrey king at arms, Lord Deputy, and Sir Wm. Barantyne. Sir Antony Browne, and his men. 100 men of my lord of St. John's, Thos. Slefeld, capt. 50 of my lord of Lincoln, 10 of Mr. Shelley, recorder of London, and 10 of the prior of Walsingham. Men and horses of my lord of Norwich, Andrew Hudspeth, capt., Sir John Hevyngham of Suffolk, Sir Richard Wyngfeld, the abbot of Stratford, Sir_Jernyngham, my lord of St. John's, Sir Edw. Guldeford, Mr. Th. Taye, sheriff of Essex, Mr. Fysher of Bedfordshire. 200 men of my lord of Canterbury, with Mr. Waram. Men of Mr. Russell, Sir Edw. Dun, Sir John Mordaunt, Sir John Wiseman, the prior of St. Swythyn's, Sir Richard Wentworth, Sir Philip Bothe, the abbot of Burye, Sir John Shelton, Mr. Robt. Dormer, Mr. Humffrey Browne, sergeant of the law, the prior of Crechurche, the abbot of St. Austen's, Mr. Josselyn, Sir Edw. Nevell, Mr. John Roper, Sir John Vere, Mr. Long, the King's servant.
12 Aug. Sir Wm. Skevyngton, master of the ordnance, Wm. Huxley, clerk, and their servants and artificers. Lord Leonard Grey, Sir Robt. Wyngfeld, with their men. Men and horses of Mr. Bryan, Sir John Wallop, Sir Wm. Hastyngs, Sir James Darell, Sir Edw. Ryngeley, Gabryel Josselyn, the King's servant, the lady Margaret, Sir Wm. Sandes, Edw. Seymor, Thos. Gryvell, Thos. Empson, John Cheyne, Ric. Norres, the Emperor, John Norreys, the lady of Oxford, Sir Thos. Lewes, Sir John Deyne, Downold Hasebryk, lord Hastyngs, lord John Grey, lord Cobham, Mr. Senclowe, Sir Wm. Kyngston, Sir Andrew Wyndsore, Mr. Everard Dygby, Sir John Dygby, Sir Ric. Sasheverell, Sir John Vyllers. Men of Sir Chr. Teynam, with Mr. Gordon, capt., under the lord Leonard Marques. Men of Sir Ric. Coffyn, Sir Wm. Hawte, Mr. Frogmorton, lord Dawbeney, lord Dacre, lord Dudley, Sir Wm. Smythe, Sir Wm. Compton, lord Sowche, lord Fitzwaren, the earl of Wiltshire, Sir Harry Wylloughby, Sir Wm. Morgan, Sir Giles Stragwiche, and Sir Wm. Smythe. The King's money with Sir Wm. Sandes.
Sept. 10. The Mary and John, John Browne, master; horses of Sir John Babyngton, knight of Rhodes, and of a French knight of Rhodes.
[Nov.] The Christoffer Stelman, and six other ships, went over to Calais to transport the King's army.
28 Nov. The Peter Yong, Thomas May, master, to Calais, with the King's money; and, 2 Dec., out of the Downs, and homeward with Mr. Treasurer of Calais, and other gentlemen.
23 Feb. 1523. The Peter Yong, Peter Yong, master, with Mr. Lelgrave and the King's money; 5 March, with Mr. Porter, of Calais; 12 March, with Sir Mores a Barkley, and with horses of Mr. Gage and Mr. Briswod.
1 April. The Anne Fortune, with Dr. Knyght and Sir Wm. Skevyngton.—The Peter Yong, with Sir Wm. Skevyngton, Mr. Fowler, and the King's money.
8 April.The John a Baptyst, John Courtney and John Alowe, owners, was admitted by the wardens to be in the company of the ferry box.
16 April. The Anne Fortune, with the bishop of Bath.
[April or May.] Allowed to the Peter Maye, John Maye, master, 6s. 8d., for half a week's victuals, tarrying at Calais for the king of Denmark. A voyage by John Fyneas, with the King's horses sent to Venice.
St. Francis Day (Oct. 4.) 1524. The Anne Fortune, with Mr. Jernyngham; in his homeway, the bishop of St. Asse; and a voyage with Sir Wm. Fitzwilliam.
15 Nov. The Peter Baylye, John Burnell, master, with lord Sandes.—The Anne Fortune, with the lieutenant of the Staple.—The Peter Baylye, with Mr. Gressam, and ten other merchants.
11 Dec. The Peter Baylye, with Mr. Governor's company; 21 Dec., with the King's money.
28 March 1525. The John Baptyst, John Alowe, master, with the French ambassador.
2 May. The Gabryell, Peter Dorell, master, with the lieutenant of the Staple.—The Anne Fortune, Hewe Jacobbe, master, homeward, nine Easterlings and other merchants, and 30 pilgrims from St. James.
[June.] The Anne Fortune, with Mr. Fowler.
The shyfte of the ferry box, shyfted at Mr. Broke's, 9 Oct. 18 Hen. VIII., for a quarter from Lady Day, "anno regis prædicti xiiij.," to Midsummer following.
18l. divided among the Christoffer Stelman, the Barbara, the John a Baptyst, the Gabryell, the Peter Maye, the Anne Fortune, the John Fennyas, and the John Evangelyst.
Pp. 325.
Egerton MS.
2,092, f. 542. B. M.		 88. PAYMENTS TO THE BURGESS OF PARLIAMENT FOR DOVER, 14 to 16 HEN. VIII.
Ao 14. To Robt. Nethersole, at his going from home to the Parliamentward, 13 April, 3s. 4d. A horse hired for him to ride to Canterbury, 4d. Part payment of his wages, 40s. A horse hired of Saunder Smale, 8d.
Ao 15 and 16. Delivered to him by the two sergeants, 43s. He "stondeth to Thos. Lybeas for" 4s. Total paid, 4l. 11s. 4d. Rest, 5l. 3s. 4d.; of which has since been paid, 45s. 8d. So rest behind, 57s. 8d.; whereof deducted for his part of the cesse toward the payment of the wages, 12s. The residue, 45s. 8d., was paid 29 July 16 Hen. VIII., before Mr. Mayor, John Elam, Richard Monyng, R. Fluce, and others of the common council.
Paid to Mr. Nethersole for—days at the first and second Parliament, and his charges, 9l. 14s. 8d.
P. 1.
Egerton MS.
2,092, f. 276. B. M.		 89. DOVER.
Receipts of the Corporation.
Assize of wine: Malvesey and Romeney, 16d. a butt. Claret and Rhenish, 16d. a pipe.
Murage, received on 19 days, in one year from 26 Sept. to 3 Sept., sums varying from 8d. to 5s. 7d.
"Mercate," in one year from 26 Sept. to 10 Sept., 18 days, sums from 5d. to 21s. 5½d.
Pontage. For bridges for the transport of the King's army in Aug. and Sept., 3s. Debt for six bridges due [at the] Emperor's last landing, in the time [of Mr.] Stelman, mayor, ... &c.
Subsidy of bridges: payments for bullocks, ½d., and horses, 2d. each.
Coal carts, 14d.
Fines of frays and misordered persons: 2 Oct., from Thos. Middelton, for default at the last horn-blowing, and resisting the mayor, 5s. Two other fines for "drawing blood" (sums lost).
19 Aug. Order by Robt. Dyar, mayor, Robt. Nethersole, Richard Monyn, John Elam, Robt. Stelman, and Robt. Fluce, jurates, that if Richard Hope suffers dice-playing in his house, he shall forfeit 10s.; and that if Wm. Nele, shoemaker, is found playing at dice, he shall forfeit 20s.; and Richard Greve, Edmund Templeman, William Cokeram, and John Fuller, 10s.
Fine from Nic. Waxham, for not going to ward at Mr. Mayor's commandment, 6s. 8d. For meting 12 wey of salt, 2s. 6d.; 2s. of which was spent upon the meters, because the Frenchmen were not suffered to mete their own salt, being prisoners, and the salt having come as payment of their ransoms. From Wm. Williams, baker, for lack of weight, 21d.
At St. Martin's fair, for standing in the cross and the flesh shambles, 18d. For corn laden in the Wyke, nil. Pound gelt, 11s. 28 Nov., for herring fare and mackerel, 31s. 7d. 28 Nov. and 18 March, 60 cods delivered to Mr. Mayor. 24 Oct., from John Unthanke and Robt. Stelman, for voyages of their boats, 12s. Rent from Humfrey Mylles, for one quarter for the shop under the town hall, 6s. 8d. Rent by South Broke, from Robt. Fluce, Hamond Richard, Thos. Lybeas, the master of the Mesondue, the prior for the mill, and others, sums varying from 4d. to 10s. Rent by East Broke, John Broke, the parson of St. James, and others, from 4d. to 3s. 6d. Receipts of 2s. in the pound of the passage of ships and boats, 2l. 17s. 10d. Fine from John Foxe, armourer, for setting up his shop, 20d. Maltott, by South Broke, 79 persons, from 4d. to 40s. Maltott, by East Broke, 32 persons, from 4d. to 9s. (fn. 21) The cesse of the bench, Robt. Dyar, mayor, 11s.; Thos. Vaughan, bailiff, 13s. 4d.; and 10 others, from 3s. to 12s. [The ccsse for] Bore End and South Broke, 74 persons, from 4d. to 6s. 8d. [The cesse for] East Broke, 64 persons, from 4d. to 6s. 8d. [The cesse for] Charleton, two persons, 8d. and 4d.
Received from our limbs toward our suit for the discharge of the subsidy:—9 April, from St. John's and St. Peter's, in Thenett, 13s. 6d. each. From Kingsdown and Rengewold, 6s. 8d. Contributions of our limbs:—From the deputy of Mergate and St. John's, 26s. 8d. The deputy of St. Peter's, 16s. 8d. The deputy of Byrchyngton and Goresende, 16s. 8d. The wardens of Folston, 46s. 8d. The mayor and wardens of Feversham, 40s. The deputy of Kyngesdowne and Rengewolde, 8s. 4d.
Ordinary charges of the town:—To Mr. Couche, "baylye to Jernemouth for this year for Dover," 3l. 6s. 8d. A supper for Mr. Mayor and the new wardens, after the accounts, 6s. Warning for a special broderyeld, 28 Sept., 8d.; breakfast, 2s. 11½d.; dinner, 2s. 8½d. Drink in Lent, 8d. To the prior, for rent for the court hall, 4s. Quarter's wages of Ric. Piers, the common wait, 5s. Quarter's wages of Thos. Stevynson, Mr. Mayor's sergeant, 6s. 8d. Quarter's wages of John Fraunces, the town sergeant, 6s. 8d. Quarter's wages of the town clerk, 16s. 8d. Given to the porters when they took their oaths, 4d. Wine on Easter Day to Mr. Mayor, his brethren, the Prior, the master of the Mesondue, Sir John Tremayle, and other officers, 6s. 8d.; and similar expences on Whitsunday and Corpus Christi Day. Dinner for the admiral's lieutenant, and other company, 23 May, 14s. 9d. To the town sergeant for gathering murage and markett for one quarter, 15d. Expences of broderyelds, held at Romeney the Tuesday after St. Margaret's Day, and the Tuesday after the close of Easter 15 Hen. VIII. To the clerk of the broderyeld, 3s. 4d. To Mr. Baylye and Mr. Nethersole, wages as burgesses of Parliament, 3l. 15s., and 7l. 10s. 4d. To Mr. Mayor for his year's fee, 4l., &c.
Reparation of the town houses, &c.:—A lock for the stocks, 4d. Paving five yards in Turnpike Lane, 10d. Paving at Bochery bridge, 7d. Working on the alms-house beside Wallgate, 16d. Cleaning the market place on St. Martin's Even, 4d. A staple to the hog pound gate, 1½d. Mending the clock at St. Martin's, 12d. Piles and thorns, and making hedges at the Broke, the town mill, and Snorgate, and many other items.
Charges for men who went over sea as soldiers with our warden:—A hauberk 4s., harness 3s., a sword 2s., &c. Total, 19s.
Expences of wine and pleasures given to our warden, his lieutenant, and others:—A stoop of wine to Mr. Vice-Admiral, 8d., and to lord Mountagewe, 8d. Wine to the sergeant of the King's "beres," 11d.; and wine, ale, &c., to lord Sandes, 26 Nov. To the abbot of St. Radegund, the town clerk of Sandwich, Mr. Chr. Halys, Sir Edw. Rengley, the duke of Suffolk, Mr. Baker, jurate of Rye, Mr. Boyce, and Mr. Mann, the King's commissioners, when they came to sit with Mr. Mayor to cesse the strangers in Dover for the subsidy. Porpoise and oranges to Sir Wm Hawte, for his counsel and favor. Lord Suffragan of Canterbury, Mr. Copuldyke, and Mr. Frognall, captains of our warden's crew, and others.
Rewards to the King's messenger with a letter missive, with instructions for reforming the cesse set upon aliens in Dover, to the duke of Suffolk's players, to the players of the town, to Thorold our warden's minstrel, to my lord of Arundel's players, and others.
Charges for sending the bishop of Canterbury's letters to Thenett, for preparing the country according to the King's command, and for sending other letters to divers people and places.
Reparation of ship bridges, 7s. 11d.
Charges of Mr. Mayor and his brethren for riding about the town's "besoignes." To Mr. Warren, for riding to Canterbury to speak with the King's commissioners for the subsidy, 18th Oct. To the town clerk, riding to Canterbury to speak to Baron Halys on the town "besoignes," and riding to Feversham for their help to the charges of the "burges" of Parliament, and other similar expences.
18 March and 12 May. Rewards to a messenger for bringing an order from the castle that the mayor and jurates grant no passports, and to other messengers.
Parcels laid out by us at the Parliament:—To the clerk of the Crown, 4s. To the sergeant for making our places, 4s. Penning and making our proviso, every town, 9s.; to the King's attorney for furthering of the same to the King, every town, 8s. For the clerk of the Parliament's dinner, every town, 5s. Our wages for 39 days, at 4s. the day, 7l. 16s. = 9l. 7s.
Pp. 44.
Egerton MS.
2,092, f. 24. B. M.		 90. DOVER.
"The shift of the ferry box for one quarter ended at Midsummer, chested among these ships following, 3 July 17 Hen. VIII.":—
The Barbara, 3l. The Marye Roose, 3l. The Gabryell, 2l. 16s. 8d. The Mary and John, the Anne Fortune, the Litel Jamys, and the John Evangelist, 2l. 13s. 4d. each;—the whole of which sums have not been received.
For the same ships, in the hands of the masters for several voyages, 12l. 7s. 5d.
Pp. 2.
Egerton MS.
2,092, f. 303. B. M.		 91. DOVER.
Accounts of Richard Marshall, Ralph Duffkyn, Thomas Myddelton, and Kenelm Colley, wardens of the town and port of Dover, from the Nativity of the Virgin, 16 Hen. VIII., for one year. John Broke, mayor.
Receipts for cyse of wine, murage money, market money, the "pounder for bregges," bullocks and horses, coal carts, fines for frays and disobedience to the mayor's proclamations.
From Valantyne Petytt of Thenett, for striking Thomas Lyncoln, deputy to Mr. Dyar, mayor, 40s.; of which 21s. 8d. was remitted by request of divers gentlemen. Poundgelt from merchant strangers; cods; herring and mackerel fare; 12d. in the 1l. from "shippes passengers;" from artificers for setting up shops; the cess made toward the present for the Lord Warden at the court of Shepwey, by the bench, the commoners, and inhabitants; contributions of "our lymmes;" maltott of aliens and foreigners; the ferme of the shop under the court hall of Humfrey Mylles; and the town rent by South Broke and East Broke, 66l. 8s. 3½d.
Whereof the wardens ask allowance for the following expences:—For a supper, wine, ale, and beer at Mr. Mayor's election, 16s. 1d. To the town clerk of Romney, for bearing the report to the west ports of two guestlyngs held at Dover, 16d. To the prior of Dover, for rent of the court hall, 4s. Mr. Mayor's torches at Christmas, 10s. Expences at the first general broderyeld, 42s. 10d. Fagots to make a fire at Bredon stone to warn Thos. Barbour when the French ships of war were in the Narrow Seas, 1d. Present for the Lord Warden, Sir Edw. Guldeford, at the taking of his oath, 20 June, 14l. Our portion at a rich dinner given to officers at the castle of Saltwod. A bell rope for St. Martin's church, 16d. Sending a trendyll to St. Thomas' Shrine, Canterbury, made by Mrs. Mayor, with her gathering of the devotion of people, 2s. To the town clerk, a year's wages, 3l. 6s. 8d.; and for ink and paper, 2s. To the town sergeant, for his wages, 26s. 8d.; and for gathering murage, 5s. To the sexton of St. Martin's, for keeping the clock, 20s. To the common wait, for his year's wages, 20s. For a proclamation of truce, 2d. A dinner for Mr. old Mayor and Mr. new Mayor upon the court day, 4s. 4d. Wine and other pleasures given to the Lord Warden and other noblemen, 30s. 1½d. To the King's minstrels and the Lord Warden's minstrels, 4s. 4d.
Total, 66l. 14s. 2d.
Debts due to the town:—The contribution and forfeit of Margate and St. John's, in Thanet, 53s. 4d., unpaid cess money, fines and poundgelt. Total, 9l. 7s. 6d.
Debt owed by the town to the master of the Mesondue for the rent of Swynfeld, 4l. 6s. 11d.
[18 Hen. VIII. End of the account for 17 Hen. VIII.]
Debts owed by the town:—To the master of the Mesondue, 3l. 13s. 6d. To Wm. Fyneas, for piles, 2s. 8d.
Account of John Stuard, Thos. Brome, and Wm. Lewes, wardens of the town and port of Dover, from the Nativity of the Virgin 18 Hen. VIII., for one year. Richard Conche, mayor.
Receipts, 45l. 6s. 11d.
Expences:—A horn-blowing at the account day, 2d. Making clean the market-place, 4d. Broderyelds held at Hithe and Romeney. Courts of Shipway. Wine given to Mr. Mayor and his brethren, the master of the Mesondue, and other officers, at four principal feasts in the year, 19s. Spent upon the men of Folston, the deputies of Margate, St. Peter's, Byrchyngton, and King's Down, when they paid their contribution, 18d. Spent every Saturday after the making of the accounts in the Hall, after the old custom, 8s. 8d. Making the cage and pillory, and other repairs, 59s. 10d. A dinner to Mr. Copuldyke, to be good friend to the town, to ease us that we were not much charged to find soldiers, 4s. 8d. A doublet and hose to a soldier who should have gone over with our warden, 4s. 2d. Sending our warden's letters to the mayor of Rye, to obtain his favor that we should not be much charged with soldiers to go over with him, 3s. 4d. Bringing 20 precepts from the castle to Mr. Mayor, and his brethern, 13s. 4d. Sending to London with the King's loan money, to Calais to our warden, to Canterbury to the King's commissioners, to Fordwyche, and to our limbs, 5l. 19s. 11d. Horses to Canterbury for Mr. Nethersole, burgess of the Parliament, 12d.; part of his wages, 43s. 4d. To Wm. Lewes, to wait upon the mayor as a sergeant at the transporting of the King's army to Calais, 5s.; and many other items. (Imperfect.)
f. 310. Sums paid for dragging, for wattles and piles for the pier, and other expences, and list of sums put into the ferry box, 24 Sept. to 18 Feb.
Pp. 18.
Egerton MS.
2,092, f. 540. B. M.		 92. DOVER.
Receipts of two parts of half passage for the Wyke of Dover, by Robt. Fluce, mayor, by John Francis, his substitute, from the Sunday after the Feast of the Nativity of Our Lady, 21 Hen. VIII., for one year.
From 29 Sept. to 5 June, 6l. 4s. 8d.
Pp. 2.
Ibid. f. 541. 2. Receipts of dues for bullocks and horses, the former ½d. each, and the latter 2d., from 9 Aug. to 7 Sept., 5s. 7d.
Lat., p. 1.
21 Oct.
R. O.		 93. WARHAM to WOLSEY.
Received on 20 Oct. Wolsey's letters, dated St. Alban's, 3rd, showing that Richard Awnsham claims 100l. due by the Archbishop to his grandmother, Joan Tilney. The truth is, he discharged the debt by paying a benevolence for her, which had been promised by her deceased husband, an alderman of London, to Henry VII., as doctor Lupton can depose; but her son, John Tilney, pretended that he had lost Warham's bill;—which, however, was craftily obtained at the time of his death by Thomas Awnsham, the said Richard's father. If Warham were to pay it now to the said Richard, his grandfather will still stand bound for the benevolence to Henry VII.'s executors. This is a matter of 22 years old. Trusts Wolsey will not impute to him so little conscience as to stand indebted so long. The widow often asked Warham to obtain for her the King's pardon for the life and goods of Thomas Awnsham, the complainant's father, who was then beyond sea, in service with Edmund De la Pole. This the Archbishop did, and obtained for him an office in the Tower of London, after he came to England. Wolsey knows how he has conducted himself therein. He also gave John Tilney the office of apparitorship in London, for which he might have had 40l. from one Smyth. The complainer's grandfather would have disinherited his father for taking part with Edmund De la Pole, but for the persuasion of Warham and Sir Thomas Frowicke. Thanks Wolsey for promising to the King to see this matter well ordered on the Archbishop's behalf. Otford, 21 Oct. Signed.
Pp. 2. Add.: "To my lord cardinal of York, legate a latere."
21 Oct.
Camb. MS. 1,044, f. 38.		 94. WOLSEY to LEE.
Has written to him on the King's affairs. Has written to the Emperor to give Lee credence, as, at the last coming of Ichingham, letters had been brought to Wolsey from the Emperor, thanking him for his good mind, and asking Wolsey's advice in his present affairs. Sends a copy of the letter. He is to tell the Emperor that he hopes his (Wolsey's) acts will contradict the report that he had declined from his accustomed observance, and that he never intended to change from that loving fashion the Emperor saw in him at Bruges. If at any time, in conference with his ambassadors, Wolsey said anything that might be taken in a different sense than he meant it, the fault was only in the plainness of the advice without dissimulation. Wolsey's advice will be seen by the King's letters, of which "the whole pain in the order of penning and compass" has been Wolsey's. He begs on his knees that the Emperor will moderate his appetite and establish peace, preferring God's cause to his own. This will be his highest honor. Westminster, 21 Oct. Signed.
Pp. 4. Add.
21 Oct.
Camb. MS. 1,044, f. 29.		 95. WOLSEY to [LEE].
The King has received Lee's letters, dated Granado, the 7th, and others of September, with an answer in French from the Emperor to the King's last, by the hands of Osborn Ichingham. The King has also seen Lee's letters to Wolsey. In the packet was a letter for Mendoza, who has not yet arrived, being detained in France, although the King has written for his delivery. He has ordered a packet to be sent to the provost of Cassalys, residing here as ambassador for the lady Margaret. The provost has sent a letter of the Emperor's, thanking the King for his message, professing his amity, his desire for peace, arrangement with Francis, withdrawal of his army from Italy, and payment of the King's debts. The King and Wolsey have also seen copies of a brief sent from the Pope to the Emperor, his answer, and the offers made by Francis to the viceroy of Naples for the recovery of his children, the importance of which induces him to send this messenger. First, he is to thank the Emperor for his kind professions, in which the King will not fail to support him, from his desire for peace and resisting the Turk, who has defeated the king of Hungary; especially as, unless the Turk be resisted by Christian princes, of whom the Emperor is the chief, he will overrun Christendom, and the Faith will be destroyed. The most speedy conclusion is indispensable before the Turks penetrate into Germany. He is thankful, therefore, that the Emperor will accept his mediation. Lee is to urge him to make good his professions by deeds, and moderate his demands, as doubtless the French king will make the utmost concessions. Is to urge that a diet is impossible, in consequence of the winter and other causes, and the King's mediation will be sufficient, for he has written to Francis, the Pope, and the Venetians to send their instructions to England, and he begs the Emperor will do the same, considering the urgency of the case. Is to commend the Emperor for his offer to lay down his arms in Italy if the confederates will do the same; which they decline, as they see that he increases his armies, and has sent the viceroy of Naples with a great power, and keeps the duke of Milan out of possession.
The King is advertised of the heinous attempts of Moncada and the Colonnese against the Pope, to which he trusts the Emperor gave no consent. If the circumstances were as reported to the King, "there hath not been by the Vandals, Goths, or any other most cruel persons, so great a thing attempted; which is much the more to be detested, for that, as it is said, they spared not from despoiling of the church of St. Peter, and of other temples." His Grace and I have done all we can to excuse this deed, considering it impossible. If reasonable conformity be used on all sides, the King trusts that an accommodation will be possible. If this be done, the Emperor may proceed to take the crown Imperial without suspicion. When the King has heard Mendosa's charge touching his debts, the Emperor will find him conformable to reason. Westm., 21 Oct. Signed.
Pp. 12, with notes by Lee in the margin.
31 Oct.
R. O.		 96. MAGNUS to the ABBOT OF ST. MARY'S, YORK.
Request him to deliver to George Lawson 600l. for the half year's wages of the garrison at Berwick, due on the 16th August last. Sheriffhutton, 31 Oct. 18 Hen. VIII.
25 Nov.
Acts of Parl. of Sc. II. 308.		 97. The PARLIAMENT OF SCOTLAND.
Edinburgh, 12 Nov. 1526.
15 Nov. Lords of the Articles chosen.
17 Nov. Cuthbert earl of Glencairn asked documents, that my lord of Arran declared if the earl of Eglinton would not make friends with Glencairn, he should have no countenance from Arran in time to come.
The King ratifies the Acts in favor of John Maxwell against Andrew Dury, touching the abbacy of Melrose.
The King confirms a grant made on the 17th July 1526 to Joachim Hechscatter (Hochstetter), Quintin de Lawitz, and others, of all the mines in the kingdom, for forty-three years.
21 Nov. A petition having been put in by Archibald earl of Angus, James earl of Arran, James earl of Mortoun, Robert lord Maxwell, George lord Hume, Archibald master of Eglinton, George Douglas, brother of the earl of Angus, Archibald Angus, provost of Edinburgh, his uncle Sir James Hamilton, of Fynnart, and others, stating that while they were waiting on the King's person, the _ day of _ last, to convoy him to Edinburgh, an attempt was made by Sir Walter Scott, of Branxhame, with a multitude of broken men, to take the King out of their hands; in resisting whom Andrew Ker of Cesford, and others, were slain; after which, another like attempt was made by John earl of Lennox, who was killed by the others in defence of the King's person;—it is declared that the petitioners had conducted themselves loyally, and deserved great honor and thanks.
17 Nov. The Lords of the Articles declare the acts made by Robert Bertoun of Overbertoun, and his sureties to the Queen, touching the deliverance of the earl of Huntley, to be cancelled, with the Queen's consent, as having been fulfilled.
24 Nov. Galter, abbot of Glenluce, asked documents that the Lords "be sentense interlocutor decernit that our sovereign Lord, nor nane others, should stop the said Abbot in his passage to Rome," upon his appeal against the bishop of Galaway.
25 Nov. Gilbert earl of Cassillis discharged of a summons of treason, for having made leagues with John late earl of Lennox at Stirling.
27 Nov.
R. O.		 98. SIR ADRIAN FORTESCUE.
Sums received by Sir Adrian Fortescue from his bailiffs and rent gatherers, of his rents due at Lady Day, 17 Hen. VIII., and Michaelmas, 18 Hen. VIII.
Stonor, Watcombe, and Beneschevys. From Wm. Thomas, in March and April, 21l. From Simon Waldock, 4s. From Wm. Thomas, from 27 Sept. to 27 Nov., 43l. 17s. 4d.
Sottewells. Received of Ric. Brokham, 17l. 11s. 9½d. Borrowed of him, 15l. Delivered by him to Ric. Ford, 28 Oct. 18 Hen. VIII., 40s.
Bradeston and Fynchecomb. Received of John Haywood, 35l. 15s. 0½d. Borrowed of him, 10l. Gave 15s. 0½d. to Hayward for riding into Gloucestershire this summer.
Pp. 2. Endd.
Dec.
R. O.		 99. [ACCOUNTS OF THOMAS LORD ROCHFORD.]
"Sir Harry's booke, both of receytes, paymentes, and expenses in November and December, anno xviij. regis Henrici VIII."
"Received for the use of my lord my master:"—of Ric. Crymbyll, bailly of Rocheford, 160l.; 16 Nov., of my lord Morley's servant, 33l. 6s. 8d.; of John Whytley, bailly of Fulburne and Swassay and Howytlon (?) Melby, 119l. 0s. 9d.
Payments, among others, to Guthlac Overton, one of the auditors of the subsidy, 40l. To Sir Wm. Tylar, 22l. 10s. To Thos. Collett, my lady Schelton's servant, 5l. To Thos. Jeffrey, going to Warwick at my Lord's command, 20s. To my Lord my master, on St. Edmund's Day, for crowns, 6l. 15s. To William Boleyn, at my Lord's command, 21 Nov., 25s. To my Lady my mistress, 31s. 3d. "To Broune, of the Three Cranes, for one tun of Gascon wine, whereof three hogsheads (?) to Hever, and one [to] the old duchess of Norfolk, 5l. 6s. 8d. Item, for the lading to the porters, 16d. Item, for sponyng of tham, 4d. Item, for the tolage of the bryge for a schoyd carte, 4d. Item, for the carriage to Hever, 10s." To Mane, the painter, for making the pattern of your seal of arms, 3s. 4d. To Thomas Sampye, postmaster of the free chapel of Marssyde, 13s. 4d. 3 Dec., to Master Baly's servant, 6l. 13s. 4d. "Item, sent your Lordship, by George Taylor, to Greenwich, 30 crowns, 6l. 15s." Paid to Sir Harry, 60 cr., 13l. 10s. For Mrs. Anne's (Anne Boleyn's) bill, 3l. 12s. 6d. "For my costs to Wendesor, whan your Lordeshipe sende me to Maister Perssey, and to se jong Trombyll at Etton, for myselffe and horsse hyre three days, 8s. 3d. "For a spear of gold for your Lordship's George," 12d.
Pp. 4.
R. O. 2. Account of 20l. received of Sir Harry.
To Cornelyus, the King's goldsmith, 4l. Put into the bag, to make up 100 marks, 44s. 6d. For furring my Lady my mother's gown, 9s. 8d. For 2¾yds. black satin "for a doublet for me," 20s. To my "broderar," 3l. 6s. 8d. For my servants' lodgings and expences since last week, 65s. For our costs the day of my departing, 44s. 4d., &c.
P. 1. In lord Rochford's own hand.
R. O. 3. "For my lord of Rocheford."
For 22 horses for hay and litter, at 2d. per horse, day and night, 3s. 8d.; for their provender, 3s. 8d. For a horse of Mr. Calleybot's, 4d. For your horsekeepers (for eight) when they came in for meat and drink, 8d.; for their supper, 16d. "For their drink afore night, and for fire and for drink this morning," 8d.
P. 1.
100. ST. NICHOLAS, WAKERING.
Grant by Dr. William Alger, provincial of the Order of the Friars Eremites of St. Augustine's in England, to the guardians and masters of the Guild or Confraternity of St. John, in the parish church of St. Nicholas de Walkering, in the diocese of London, of plenary indulgence and absolution. Form of absolution.
Broadside in possession of the Society of Antiquaries.
Tit. B. VII. 280.
B. M.		 101. [A KNIGHT OF ST. JOHN'S to WOLSEY.] (fn. 22)
"Rme ac Illme D. etc."
On visiting the King and your Lordship, I found you, as I had expected, anxious to promote the service of God, peace in Christendom, and an expedition for the recovery of the Holy Sepulchre, considering that the power of the Turk is increasing so rapidly that it may be impossible to resist it. This is evident from the case of the Sophy, who once could resist the Turk alone, but now is of no account; and by his conquests in Syria, Egypt, Belgrade, Rhodes, and Hungary, which have been taken within the last ten years (quo nuper abhinc decemnio ab ipso Turco capta fuerunt). These scourges for the correction of our sins have hitherto moved no one, but Christians still thirst for each other's blood, and there seems nothing to prevent universal ruin. I have, however, great hopes that by the King's aid Christendom may be united, and the banner of Christ raised again after its long burial. Your Lordship, with great kindness, has allowed me several interviews, though a man of unpolished mind and no experience; and I consider your Lordship worthy to rule the world, with God's aid, and restore and reform the Apostolic See, seeing that you have given us such wise and kind advice. The Great Master is about to return to his convent, with your favor and advice, and to send me to Spain, Portugal, and the Pope, and, if necessary, to the East, that I may keep up to their duty the men in whose hands I left the holy work. Since your Lordship declared to me, though the least of the knights of Jerusalem, the King's and your desire of making peace and attacking the Infidels, my desire to serve you makes me request you, before I leave, to enrol me in the number of your servants, and to offer my servants (famulitium) to the King if he prepares an army, and to obtain permission from the Great Master to return when sent for. Though least in experience and talent, I will yield to no one in good will and courage. When in the East I will have regard to the King's interests; and if our enterprise is successful, it will be a foundation for greater attempts. There are many nobles, religious men, and knights of Jerusalem, skilled in the affairs of the East, who, in return for your benefits, will serve you to the glory of God, the honor and profit of Christendom, and your own immortal fame, "sibique universus gratulabitur orbis captivorum et patriæ liberatori."
Lat., pp. 2. Endd.: "Rodes. Concernen' ordinem Hiërosolymitanum, (fn. 23) Saynt Johnes.
R. O. 102. [CLERK] to MR. EDWARDS.
Ought to have answered his letters before, but is so busy when a courier is despatched that he forgets him. Asks him to send word how Wolsey takes what he sends by this courier. He can give his letter to the Pope's ambassador, who will send it safely.
P. 1, cipher deciphered.
A.D. 1527.
1527
13 Jan.
R. O.		 103. EDWARD FETYPLACE to CROMWELL.
Has received his letter reproaching him with having broken his promise about certain arrears of 10l., other 10l. for the parsonage of Chadellworth, and 6l. 13s. 4d. for the site of the late monastery of Poffeley. Reminds him of his promise at the suppression of that house, and also at Donyngton, about the parsonage and the lease and closes of the monastery. on the faith of which promise Fetyplace paid him 40s., though Cromwell has since granted the lease to another man. Was ready to have paid Cromwell his duty several times, both by his servant and by Mr. Smythe, "your auditor." The rents were not due at Michaelmas as Cromwell alleges:—his 10l. arrears being paid, they will only be due at Lady Day. It is not yet two years complete since the suppression of the monastery. (fn. 24) Fetyplace bought of Cromwell certain implements belonging to the house, of which he left there the well-bucket and rope, and a brass pan set in the wall to brew with, "which said implements the scholars of Cardinal College have perused and worn in the time of their lying there," but the bursar refuses to pay for them. Wonders John Iden has not called on him for the rent of Poffeley since Mich. last. The parson is willing to pay the rent of the parsonage when due. John Young must pay five nobles for last Mich. quarter for his part of the demesnes. As for the five nobles for his own share, Fetyplace's servant will arrange with Cromwell at London next week. Ewelme, 13 Jan.
Hol., pp. 3. Add.: To the right worshipful Mr. Cromewell.
MS. 20, 994,
f. 202. Bibl. Nat.		 104. [TURENNE] to [FRANCIS I.] (fn. 25)
Gives an account, mutilated at the beginning, of a conference with [Wolsey] about the alternative of Francis giving 2,000,000 cr. to the Emperor, and marrying Madame Eleanor, or taking the princess Mary. Wolsey has been raising new difficulties since he learned that the Pope had agreed with the Emperor, and he wants to make us go through the eye of a needle, and will do so in the end.
When things are concluded, the King has determined to cross the sea, soon after Easter, and arrange with Francis the mode in which they shall make war. I must say we have to do with the most rascally beggar (un plus mauvais paillart) in the world, and the most devoted to his master's interests. I have only had two ciphers from you since I arrived in this country. Five or six days ago, Wolsey had agreed with us that as the Princess was not to be delivered till she was fourteen, and she is not yet twelve, to satisfy Francis, he would make an alternative marriage of Francis and the duke of Orleans, and that it should be at the King's option meanwhile to take her for himself or for his son, with various other conditions as to the delivery of the children, &c.
We replied that we had no power to treat of this; and after some further conversation he arranged that we should go on Thursday and present your letters to the King, and that on Friday we should confer with him and some notable personages about the said marriage and the peace, and that it would be advisable to conclude as soon as possible, else the ambassadors of the Pope and [Venetians], and even of the Emperor, might have some expectation that this marriage would fall through.
De Vaulx, who has been long here, and who understands the Cardinal thoroughly, recommends that you should write a letter in your own hand to the king of England, and one to Wolsey, expressing again the great desire you have for this marriage, and hoping that they will not press you to accept dishonorable conditions.
Fr., from a transcript taken from an ancient copy, pp. 6.
[March.]
MS. 20,994, f. 198. Bibl. Nat.		 105. TURENNE [and the BISHOP OF TARBES] to FRANCIS I.
Arrived in this town on Saturday last. Should have been here the day before, but for the Cardinal's orders, as the lords whom the King was going to send to receive us had not arrived. We were honorably received by two bishops, two knights of the Garter, and other great persons.
Yesterday we were received by the Cardinal, also with great honor, especially considering his behavior to other ambassadors. The bishop of Tarbes made him a Latin speech, to thank him for the advice he had given his master during your captivity, and to say that you considered that you owed your liberty to the King and him.
After presenting our letters, he took us into his chamber alone, where we declared our charge, thanking him for the overtures made by the bishop of Bath and _ concerning your marriage with the princess of England, and the strict alliance of the two Kings against the Emperor for the recovery of the French king's children, assuring him how much Francis desired the marriage, for which, and for the league, we had power to conclude. Wolsey thanked Francis for the confidence he reposed in him, and said he had conferred about the marriage with De Vaux several times, to bring his master to it, "qui estoit au commansement de Boulogne ou cite de Guines." Wolsey also spoke to us about the propositions that had been made by Fitzwilliam for a payment of salt, and of 50,000 cr. to England; but they replied that they had no commission except to conclude the marriage and the offensive league, and deprecated the terms proposed, as unreasonable.
Fr., from a transcript taken from an ancient copy, pp. 4.
6 April.
MS. 20,994, f. 206. Bibl. Nat.		 106. TURENNE to MONSIEUR [MONTMORENCY].
You may be sure we have to deal with a man as difficult to manage as can be, as you will see by what my fellows and I write to the King. Notwithstanding that he had agreed to the articles sent to Francis, and been shown our powers to conclude, he has found fault with them, and insisted on having others in a form which will be sent to you in two or three days. Thinks that the bargain made by the Pope with the Emperor has caused him to augment a certain article to his advantage, which he had already agreed upon with De Tarbes. The latter was with him yesterday very late, and they spoke both ... (fn. 26) for there was no witness, except De Vaux, that he had used any other language than he had held with us that morning. The dukes of Norfolk and Suffolk told me yesterday that the King their master was very desirous to see Francis, and said it was only owing to him that he did not immediately cross the sea, and arrange the form of the attack upon the Emperor, in case he would not come to honorable terms. They said nothing could exceed Henry's love for Francis, and nothing could break their friendship. I replied with similar assurances, and said that it was shown on the part of Francis by his agreeing to the articles demanded by the Cardinal, which were such that he would never otherwise have consented to. If Francis approve of the interview, thinks it will be easily brought about.
Fr., from a transcript dated at the head, "6 Avril 1526 avant Pasques," pp. 2.
7 April.
MS. 20,994, f. 208. Bibl. Nat.		 107. TURENNE to [MONTMORENCY].
You will understand by the King's letters the difficulties Wolsey daily creates, so that I cannot feel assured of anything he says until the treaty be sworn and passed. Believes this is owing to the bargain made between the Pope and the Emperor. The treaty being passed, the king of England wishes to send an ambassador to the Emperor along with one sent by Francis, and Wolsey proposes that De Tarbe be sent. London, 7 April.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 2.
24 April.
MS. 20,994, f. 210. Bibl. Nat.		 108. TURENNE to MONTMORENCY.
Since he wrote, the king of England sent for the ambassadors to show them the ceremonies of his Order, which were most honorable. He said he had news from Rome that the Pope had not only consented to a suspension of arms, but had paid 60,000 cr. for Bourbon's army, of which he had not yet disbursed more than 30,000; the rest Jacomo Salviati was to deliver for the Florentines; and the Pope pretends that it was for the ransom of two prisoners, one of whom is his nephew. This way of putting it is in order not to displease the King and Francis. The Datary was on the point of departure for England to excuse his master for what he had done; and Henry said it was necessary to keep the Pope firm, or friar Nycomede and others would get him to go to Spain, as Bourbon, notwithstanding the suspension of arms, was marching straight upon Florence. Henry is determined to send an ambassador to dissuade him from this, and to urge him to a new league with him and Francis. He expresses himself anxious to speak with Francis, when he could tell him things that no other could tell him. Tarbes (fn. 27) replied that it would take a long time, and that it would be better meanwhile to inform Francis of his intentions by some confidential person like Wolsey. He agreed that it would be better the Cardinal should go first, and that afterwards he himself would go and speak with Francis. He recommends Francis to have a troop of Germans, and would prefer lanceknights to Swiss. Finds him very well inclined to the success of Francis. London, 24 April 1527.
Fr., from a transcript taken from an ancient copy, pp. 3.
2 June.
R. O.		 109. THOMAS LORD MONTEAGLE.
Articles of agreement between Thomas lord Monteagle, the right hon. Thomas lord [Darcy], knight, and Ric. Bank, ... of Edw. late lord Monteagle, Sir John Husse, and [Sir Alex. Ratclif], touching the lands of the said Thos. lord Monteagle during his nonage. Agreed, 2 June 19 Hen. VIII.
That he shall be free to dispose of himself in marriage [without] the consent of the said lord Darcy, Sir J. Husse, and Alex. Ratclife, &c.;—and various other articles.
Signed: Thomas Dorssett—T. Darcy—T. MtEgle—John Husey—Thomas Crumwell—Richard Clark—Edward Mountagu—Ric. Bankes.
Pp. 4, badly mutilated.
Cal. E. II. 5.
B. M.		 110. FRANCIS I. to HENRY VIII.
Writes by Henry's ambassador, who is returning. Thanks him for his present. (fn. 28) Has found it so perfect that it could not be more so. Commends the bearer for his conduct. He will give Henry the news.
Hol., Fr., pp. 2. Add.
13 July.
R. O.		 111. SAMPSON to ROBT. FOWLAR, Treasurer of Calais.
Reminds him of his servant, in whose behalf he spoke when Fowlar was here. Fowlar assured him he should have a "room," and Sampson hopes he will remember it when the time shall chance. London, 13 July.
Hol., p. 1. Add.
MS. 2,936,
f. 48. Bibl. Nat.		 112. TREATY OF MADRID.
Proposals made by the bishop of Tarbes and the president of Bourdeaux, in presence of the English ambassadors to the Emperor's council, touching the modification of the treaty of Madrid, subsequent to the Emperor's reply of 20 July 1527.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 12.
3 Aug.
Purchas' Pilgrimes, III. 809.		 113. JOHN RUT to HENRY VIII.
All the company are in good health. The Mary of Gilford, with all her [crew, are safe,] thanks be to God. Went northward till we came to 53o, where we found many islands of ice, and dared not go further. Went southward, and in four days came into 52o, and fell in with the main land, within ten leagues of which was a great island of ice. Landed at Cape de Bas, a good harbour, with many small islands, and a great fresh river. The land is wilderness, mountains and woods, and no people. We found the tracks of divers great beasts, but saw none of them. Have not seen the Samson since a great storm on July 1. Had arranged to meet at the Cape de Sper, where the ship that arrived first should wait six weeks. Stayed at Cape de Bas ten days, and then sailed southward. On 3 Aug. entered the haven of St. John, where were eleven sail of Normans and one Breton, and two Portugal barks, all fishing. We are now ready to go towards Cape de Bas, which is 25 leagues, till we meet our fellow, and then whither we were commanded at our departing. The haven of St. John, 3 Aug. 1527.
A memorandum was endorsed on the original, that Master Grubes' two ships left Plymouth 10 June, and arrived at Cape de Bas 21 July, which was the first land they saw after leaving Selle.
10 Aug.
Purchas' Pilgrimes, III. 809.		 114. ALBERT DE PRATO to WOLSEY.
A letter stating that he left Plymouth on June 10, and containing the same substance as the letter of John Rut, dated 3 Aug. "Apud le baya Saint Johan, in Terris Novis, 10 Aug. 1527."
Lat.
19 Aug.
MS. 2,932, f. 61. Bibl. Nat.		 115. FRANCIS I.
Publication of the treaty between England and France. Amiens, 19 Aug. 1527.
Fr., from a transcript, p. 1.
30 Aug.
MS. 2,974, f. 54. Bibl. Nat.		 116. F. DE TOURNON, Archbishop of Bourges, to [MONTMORENCY].
You will, doubtless, learn sooner than we the news which has come from Spain, for the bailiff Robertet has the ciphers. The Cardinal says there is no doubt we shall soon have peace and get back the children, as appears by the letters written by the Emperor. The Chancellor leaves on Sunday, and I go in his company. We shall be at Compiegne on Monday. Amiens, Friday, 30 Aug.
Fr., from a transcript, p. 1.
1 Sept.
MS. 2,974, f. 60. Bibl. Nat.		 117. F. DE TOURNON, Archbishop of Bourges, to MONTMORENCY.
Arrived this evening at Compiegne, where we only expected to be tomorrow at dinner, but the Chancellor has ventured to make eight leagues at a stretch; and we arrived two hours before the cardinal of England, who, they say, is sorry to have come so early, as he had been informed the King would not be here till tomorrow. The Chancellor told him Francis would not be there till Wednesday, but Wolsey said he knew it better than he. The Chancellor has today been hurt in the foot by the kick of a hackney, which will keep him to his chamber tomorrow. Compiegne, Sunday, 1 Sept.
Fr., from a transcript, p. 1.
4 Sept.
MS. 2,974, f. 64. Bibl. Nat.		 118. FRANCIS DE TOURNON, Archbishop of Bourges, to MONTMORENCY.
Believes the Chancellor has reported what Wolsey said to him of his conversation with the bishop of Worcester coming from Spain. He said also that if he were informed that Francis would come hither by some secret place, he would go and meet him, but if he was coming through the town, he would not move, that he might not interfere with the ceremony that the inhabitants desired to make. Francis may, therefore, take what road he thinks fit. We lose as little time as possible, and are together night and morning.
Have examined today the accounts received in Italy. If that of Saluce be true, we owe little to the Venetians of the tenth pay. Thinks Lautrec is going on satisfactorily. Compiegne, 4 Sept.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 2.
26 Oct.
Mon. Habsb. Abtheil, II. b. I. 71.		 119. [SPANISH AMBASSADOR IN ENGLAND to MARGARET OF SAVOY.]
Since writing his other letter, spoke to the Cardinal to see if they wished to renew the amity, for which Margaret was to send ambassadors. Wolsey did not think the King would treat of such a matter till the peace with France had been settled, but a carte blanche should be given to Margaret, "assi para los de alla como para lo de aca," to be used when needful.
2 Nov.
MS. 2,997, f. 36. Bibl. Nat.		 120. FRANCIS I. to his AMBASSADORS IN ENGLAND.
Has received their letters of the 25th ult., telling of the departure of lord Lisle, the Grand Ecuyer (Sir Nicholas Carew), and the Master of the Rolls, despatched to France to convey to him the order of the king of England, at the same time as Henry is to receive his own; with which he is marvellously gratified. Has postponed on this account his intention to go hunting in Byere, and to see his building which he has begun there. Awaits the return of Villandry every hour, from whose despatch he has every hope of obtaining the deliverance of his children.
Sends important news received by Castillon, whom he had sent to Lautrec, and desires him to communicate it to the Cardinal, who will doubtless rejoice at the prosperity of Francis in Italy. Paris, 2 Nov.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 3.
R. O. 121. [THE DUKE OF FERRARA'S INSTRUCTIONS TO HIS AMBASSADOR AT VENICE.] (fn. 29)
You are to let these lords understand we have by one article expressly refused to be bound to do anything for the league until the French king's ratification arrive, and that we have done everything to satisfy the Emperor. You are also to tell them, that, besides the things which we have been compelled to declare in the league, we are also forced to promise that our eldest born shall take for his wife the sister-in-law of the French king; which we have done with great reluctance, on account of our high respect for the Emperor. But you must explain that we were driven to it; and though the French king has been very urgent that we should send our son to France, we have sent first a gentleman to put off a little time, for fear of displeasing the Emperor.
Ital., p. 1. Endd.: Il en faut envoyer copie en Angleterre.
11 Nov.
MS. 3,086, f.19. Bibl. Nat.		 122. HENRY VIII. to FRANCIS I.
Complimentary letter on the return of the ambassadors, the Grand Master, the bishop of Bayonne, and Jean de Brinon, Chancellor of Alençon. Greenwich, 11 Nov. 1527.
14 Nov.
Colbert MS. 468, f. 547. Bibl. Nat.		 123. DU BELLAY to MONTMORENCY.
Owing to the want of horses and the badness of the roads between Canterbury and London, could only arrive here a little before night. Had, therefore, postponed till tomorrow going to Wolsey, but at 9 o'clock Wolsey sent me by his Italian secretary (Vannes) the despatch which you will see. The secretary tells me he is writing to the ambassadors in Spain, in accordance with your desire, as to the intimation of war, notwithstanding the new offers, and the return of one of them, in case the Emperor refuse the last proposals.
When I see him, therefore, I shall not extend my credence so far, nor to the letters of Francis and Madame, which have been all sent me by this packet. As they thought that I was still with you, and as they only brought the said packet that my servants might see if there was anything in it for me, I have opened it and shut it up again clumsily, as well as time would allow. The courier of Boulogne did not remain as I expected; so I have been obliged to send one of my men, that you might be satisfied, if possible, before crossing the sea, of all that you wished to have. Great complaints are made in Wolsey's house about some tapestry which has been lost in your lodging. The privileges of the Merchants are not yet copied. London, Thursday, 26 Nov. (fn. 30)
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 2.
19 Nov.
Colbert MS. 468, f. 552. Bibl. Nat.		 124. DU BELLAY to MONTMORENCY.
Received your packet on Monday evening, and sent on that for Wolsey.
Communicated to him yesterday what I had received; which pleased him much, especially the news concerning the duke of Ferrara, &c. He was well satisfied with Castillon's despatch, and wished me to write to Francis to urge on Lautrec's enterprise. He showed me Pointz's account of his last conversation with L'Alemand, from which it was clear that it was intended to obtain a pardon for the duke of Bar through the king of England. This was shown to you the day the Order (of the Garter) was delivered.
It was added that the acceptance or refusal of these offers would depend (estaient remises) upon what was heard of the succours of the Archduke. I said that before an answer was given, l'Esleu Bayard would have arrived, and the final overtures would have been proposed by all the ambassadors, which might cut short the Emperor's words. He was very glad of Bayard's departure, and expressed great pleasure on hearing the particulars of the reception by Francis of the Order of the Garter. Writes about the corn and other matters by Castillon, who was to leave tomorrow, but probably will not till Friday. London, 19 Nov.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 3.
22 Nov.
MS. 5,499, f. 112. Bibl. Nat.		 125. DU BELLAY to FRANCIS I.
Wrote to the Grand Master on the 19th, by a chaplain of Wolsey's whom Montmorency knows, telling him what Wolsey said he had heard, by information, of Pointz coming from Spain. Has nothing more to report, except that a Scotchman who was at the court when you were at Amiens, and was passing this way to go to Scotland, had made a report to the duke of Norfolk about something Wolsey had said to you regarding him. He is now returned here, and has been put in the Tower of London. Being questioned, he made a confession, which I send you in writing; in which, finding mention made of my brother, I have taken some trouble to find out about him. I find that he had been long an agent of the archbishop of St. Andrew's and others at Rome, when my brother, having returned, as you know, a little before the capture of the city, and having promised to obtain for the Pope 20,000 cr. if he would not agree with the Viceroy, procured from this Scotchman a loan, of which he returned to him 600 or 700 cr. on finding that the Pope was not to be relied on. After the capture of Rome, this Scotchman came to Amiens to get the remainder back again, which my brother paid him. Wolsey related to me on Tuesday the whole story of his confession. Being asked from whom he had heard what he stated, as he said they were great personages, he refused to commit himself further, merely saying they were many persons about the court. Wolsey said he would send the man to you, as he had offended you more than any other by bringing this charge against one of your servants. I said I thought you would be satisfied if he himself punished him. But he remained firm in his purpose, and said he would send him to me to put him in the hands of a Scotch gentleman, who was captain of the "requeste" of Milan. I do not know if the Legate will continue in this intention, but I wait his orders. On Wednesday a courier arrived who had left Parma on the 9th, and said that De Vaudemont had brought into the field 8,000 lanceknights, which has greatly quashed the rumor got up by the Spaniards of a reinforcement of the enemy.
He was despatched near Perugia by the king of England's secretary, who had been sent long ago to go to Rome, but had not been able to proceed further. He says the news of the defeat of the Waywode is untrue. 22 Nov.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 3.
24 Nov.
MS. 5,499, f. 112. Bibl. Nat.		 126. DU BELLAY to FRANCIS I.
Since I wrote, Wolsey sent to me, by one of his secretaries, the Scotchman of whom I have written above, with a message that I might do what I thought fit. I replied that I thought he himself should punish him according to his merits, and declined to take the charge of doing so, unless my Lord gave me special authority. I found the secretary rather cold in his first intention of sending him to you. This morning, as I was going to the King, he sent to me, desiring me to wait for an answer till the evening. Nevertheless I have endeavored by all means to learn from the Scotchman from whom he heard this; but he says he will not name any one, even if he were to die two deaths, but, being at the said meetings, both of Frenchmen and Englishmen, he understood those matters sufficiently, and that he had never told the duke of Norfolk the half of what they had charged him with, as he had declared to the Duke himself in presence of the Cardinal. Any further information about this he will send by the captain De la Rocquette. The bearer, Castillon, will tell you of another conversation (propos), which I had rather not write. He disavows what he had said about very great personages in his confession, but after I had told him several times that I had read it myself, he said that he did not know he had stated so, he was under such constraint.
Fr., from a transcript dated in the margin, "Londres, 24 Nov.;" pp. 2.
24 Nov.
Colbert MS. 468, f. 737. Bibl. Nat.		 127. DU BELLAY to MONTMORENCY.
Has written twice since he thought Castillon was ready to depart, once to solicit the despatch of the corn, and the second time by the doctor, "qui dict les heures avec Mons. le Legat," who has been despatched, as he told me, secretly, on the affairs of his master; with whom, though I have struck up a friendship, I have refrained, according to your admonition, from communicating too freely. You must not wonder, therefore, if things pass before my eyes, such as the despatch of ambassadors and so forth, of which I am not informed. There is no such danger of creating suspicion at Rome or Venice, so that your ambassadors there may appear more diligent than I am. Sends certain ciphers. Has thought over and over again of what he told Montmorency, when walking with him in the room, about Albany. There is some mystery in the matter, and care must be taken not to spoil anything. Complains of want of couriers. Is asked whether he has not received letters by the English courier who arrived on Wednesday; and they are astonished to hear that he has not. As soon as any good news comes, they are very glad to spread it abroad among the people, who assuredly do not easily get angry at our enemies, especially since their intercourse has been broken off (depuis la retraicte de leur traicte). Understands the King is ill pleased with them on this account, and you may be sure that Spaniards and Flemings are not slow to propagate false reports. You know that is of more consequence here than at Paris. Gentlemen from the court still occasionally get themselves conveyed to this church; still expecting to find you in your lodging, they come and see me in this place. They lose a little by the change. I expect that on the arrival of this gentleman, there will be great curiosity to enquire the news of you. But in case you have not received my letters by the Doctor, the principal subject of them was, that it was known the Emperor would condescend to pardon the duke of Bar at the request of England;—also, by the conversations held by L'Alemand with Poinctz, that he founded himself entirely upon the succours of Ferdinand, of which, if he were disappointed, he was ready to accept your offers. For this reason Wolsey wishes Lautrec to be urged vigorously on. It is said 24,000 cr. have been despatched from Flanders to Ferdinand for the lanceknights. Even if that be true, I think it will take a long time to set their men forwards, and that meanwhile much could be done in Italy, and even in Spain. I write at length to Francis of a Scotchman who had reported words about the duke of Norfolk and Wolsey. Castillon has seen a part of them, and will report to you of everything. London, 24 Nov.
Has had much trouble these six days in looking after Montmorency's plate, and, after all, that of Francis only is finished. The copy of the treaty of the Merchants will be done tomorrow.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 4.
26 Nov.
MS. 5,499, f. 113. Bibl. Nat.		 128. DU BELLAY to FRANCIS I.
Wrote by Castillon at some length about a Scotchman, whom the bearer is conveying to you. I went yesterday to ask the Cardinal what he wished me to do with him, for he had given him into my custody three days ago. Though he showed himself satisfied with what had been done, and wished to leave the rest to me, I refused, the more so because I feared he wished to try whether I would favor the man, either on account of his nation, or of what he said he had seen at Rome.
I said, perhaps it would be an excellent punishment for him to be sent to France, especially as Albany was at the court, who was the enemy of his master, Angus. I asked him if he would not write to you about it, but he said it would be enough for him to send him to you. He then began talking about the corn. The necessity here is very great.
Yesterday a band of people went two leagues out of the town to plunder those bringing bread to the market, and another broke open the shops, so that I was obliged to send men to defend what I had at the baker's. The people said they would take Frenchmen's bread first, as they had betrayed them.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 2.
14 Dec.
Colbert MS. 468, f. 561. Bibl. Nat.		 129. DU BELLAY to MONTMORENCY.
Refers him to the King's letters, which are perhaps too long, because Wolsey wished to see what he wrote of his conversation.
Has not changed a word, as it gave him complete satisfaction. He gave me two articles, which you will see, to copy. When he talked about Spain, and the suspicion given to the ambassadors of the allies, he restrained himself greatly, saying that he was long ago informed of the good service done there by the bishop of Tarbes, who, by imagining himself very subtle, has put things in great danger. Replied to this, that perhaps the ambassadors took suspicion too easily; but avoided saying anything that might irritate him, and regretted that when affairs were in good train, they should be spoiled by the mistakes of servants. He then began to read, notwithstanding all my excuses, a great paper of grievances raised by the bishop of Worcester against De Tarbe, saying it was he who put forward the overture of Milan to Bouclans and Don Juan ... who laughed at him, and that he had shown that Sforza being so disabled (accidenté), and not likely to live, it would be well to find a successor for him,—with a number of other things, of which the Imperialists have taken advantage.
Advises that a packet in cipher from Wolsey, enclosed in a larger packet for the ambassador of the duke of Bari, should not be delivered, unless it can be deciphered. Thinks Mons. De la Bourdaisiere could do it. London, 14 Dec.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 7.
14 Dec.
MS. 5,499, p. 120. Bibl. Nat.		 130. The BISHOP OF BAYONNE to FRANCIS I.
Was with Wolsey on Saturday at Mour, to communicate to him what Francis wrote on the 3rd; and early on Sunday morning, although the Cardinal was unwell, and was advised not to leave his bed all day, yet, out of his affection for Francis, he got up, and made Du Bellay read his despatches, then sent him to dine and to be treated like himself; nevertheless he considered all that Du Bellay had shown him, and recounted everything to him after dinner, thanking Francis for his confidence, and showing himself as warmly interested in his behalf as when the Grand Master was here.
Considering that the terms held towards De Tarbes and Calvimont at the time of this despatch from Spain were much more moderate than before, Wolsey was very hopeful for the future. He had no doubt that when l'Esleu Bayard had arrived, an honorable peace could be made. Bouclans said to Poinctz at his departure, that the Emperor would not be ungrateful to the king of England, and that he would do a great deal for him, saying even that it was apparent that he would show mercy to Sforza at Henry's request; and since the arrival of Poinctz, Wolsey has heard this from his own mouth. Wolsey thinks that the news received by Francis from Spain touching the reciprocal marriages, and the limitation of the duchy of Milan for life to Sforza, are entirely the inventions of the Imperialists, like so many others; for, as to the marriages, his object would be to sow suspicion between Francis and the king of England, or at least to cool their friendship. But Wolsey says his efforts will assuredly be ineffectual. Even if the marriages were more suitable in point of age, he considers it would be impolitic to listen to the proposition, seeing that it is the Emperor's object to weaken the other powers of Christendom; and it is certain, that hereafter, when peace is concluded, Francis' children restored, and the Emperor seeming as if he would subdue the world, there would still be found some one who would not bow the head to him, trusting in the support of Francis. But if it were seen that Francis had fortified himself by so many alliances, every one would lose hope of contesting the point with the common enemy. Francis would lose friends, and would only pass out of one servitude into another, and lose every means of recovering himself. You ought not, therefore, to consent to the marriage of Madame Leonore, but prefer that of the Princess.
As to the duchy of Milan and this proposal about Monseigneur d'Angoulême, Wolsey believes this stream to flow from the same fountain of Lautrec, both for the purpose of prolonging your affairs, and for getting you to commit yourself to some expression by which the Emperor may profit.
As to the alternative of getting the Duchy given to Sforza for life or for ever, although Wolsey would prefer the latter, still he would rather have the former than leave it at the disposal of the Emperor; for it would be a great object, even for the time, to deprive the Emperor of his hopes in Italy (la commodité d'Italie); after which, when you have recovered your children and got your affairs in better order, time may bring some other opportunity. If they make any overtures as to what should be done on the death of Sforza, your ambassadors can refer this point to be settled, after the conclusion of the peace, by the Princes themselves, who will settle more in an hour than at present could be done in a year. However, Wolsey thinks discussion of these matters unnecessary, if you do not mean to send a new despatch into Spain; for it appears the Emperor is already making himself more tractable, and at this moment things must be so advanced that a conclusion cannot but be arrived at before the arrival of the courier whom you would despatch; and if your ambassadors have any skill, they will not have been compelled to comply with the last offers. Wolsey has no doubt that Bayard has left well instructed; and if he had not been, that which he carries in writing cannot fail to be sufficient instruction for him. Nevertheless, great diligence must be used. Wolsey has considered what Francis has sent about Italy, and is very glad matters are in the state they are concerning the duke of Ferrara, whose friendship he cannot esteem too highly, and on whose account he advises that the matter of the marquis of Mantua should be followed up, so as to close up every entry to Italy against the Emperor. He is greatly disappointed, however, at Lautrec's delay, as it was a case where the loss of one day was as serious as that of a year at another time. He thinks the dissimulation of some of the confederates has been owing to that delay, and may cause the ruin of everything, as it tends to increase the suspicion of Francis' treaties with the Emperor.
He thinks this one reason why the Cardinals have not made the contribution which they were bound to make, as he knows by their own letters [they would have done so], if Lautrec had marched forward. As to the succours of your lanceknights, he thinks they ought not to have been waited for, because Lautrec, and the reinforcements with the marquis of Saluce, are far more powerful than the enemy, and are in such esteem that if he had marched quickly on, the enemy would have sent to treat with him. It is said here that Lautrec is so destitute of troops that he dare not go on, and that if he have any, he is temporizing in expectation of a treaty; which is the most dangerous reputation he can have. It is true the Pope did not send to him, but it may be supposed that he was so closely hemmed in by his enemies that he was unable to despatch a messenger. For these reasons Wolsey strongly advises that Lautrec should be ordered to set forward with all diligence to make up for lost time; and he hopes Francis' fleet will be able to do something at Naples. On Friday he despatched a courier, in compliance with the wishes of Francis and Madame, to urge the Pope, by means of Casale, Gambara, and Knight, not to forget any means of getting free from the hands of the Emperor, in whom he must by no means trust, but endeavor to escape either towards Lautrec or to some safe stronghold. Wolsey also had information that on the 3rd ult. Ferdinand was crowned king of Hungary, and his Queen the day following; but as there was news of a great descent of the Turk, he was going to Ramspourch (Ratisbon), where a diet was held of all the princes of Germany; and that, if the state of matters will admit of it, he will afterwards descend upon Italy; if not, he will send thither a great aid. But Wolsey thinks the affairs of Hungary will occupy him quite enough. Has heard himself of a great battle between Ferdinand and the Waywode in October, in which, although some of the troops of the latter were insubordinate, there was great loss on both sides; that the Waywode had retired into Transylvania, awaiting troops from Poland, and that Ferdinand had not been able to obtain the crown of St. Stephen for his coronation, as it was kept in a small town held by the Waywode.
On Sunday, Wolsey, having held all this discourse with me, told me I should return next day with the minute of the letters I was writing to you. This I did; and, having read them twice, he approved of them, then delivered them to me to add two articles, one taken from the letter of Casale, the other from those of Mons. de Vuyenne (qu. bishop of Worcester ?), that by the first you may see the news from Italy, and by the other that you may know "la fantaisie qu'il luy print soudain, que luy leuz vos lettres de traines de l'Empereur n'avoir esté mauvaises;" repeating still more warmly the assurances and advice of the day preceding.
On returning yesterday lord Lisle came to see me, excusing himself for not having more frequently visited me, and related at great length many conversations which you and Madame had held with him, the greater part of which he had reported to the King and Cardinal; and you may be sure that what you have said about the Cardinal has done much to confirm him in his good will. The ambassadors of Venice, Ferrara, and Milan have also been with me frequently, and have not been able to avoid expressing their suspicions, from what they have heard from Spain, as the Grand Master and others may have seen. They fear much the Pope's deliverance will put things back where they were. Hears that the king of Portugal has sold the Spiceries at the miserable price of 300,000 cr.
When the King was at Hampton Court did not speak to Wolsey to communicate to him what you sent me, but always waited to see what he would say. At my departure he requested me to leave all my papers, which he would send to the King.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 15.
31 Dec.
MS. 5,499, p. 156. Bibl. Nat.		 131. MONTMORENCY to the BISHOP OF BAYONNE
Has received his letter of the 15th inst. Thanks him for his cordiality. Has read it word for word to Francis and "Madame vostre bonne mere," who have been delighted with the contents, and have bid me express their thanks for your loyal affection, and beg you to continue, as they wish above all things to have your advice. Would be glad of occasional directions himself as to what Du Bellay thinks advisable, and he may be sure Mont- morency will use such efforts to preserve the amity as he would to obtain Paradise. As to Lautrec's delay at Parma, it has not been without cause, nor without the Pope's concurrence, as Du Bellay may see by the brief Lautrec lately received from his Holiness, which was sent by command of Francis to the bishop of Bayonne and De Brosse, to communicate to the king of England. During the Pope's imprisonment, Lautrec had feigned to make an earlier advance than he did. The final determination of the enemy was, in order to keep the Pope's person with less expence, to bring him "des dites gayettes" (qu. to Gaeta ?), and if that had taken place his deliverance would not have followed so soon. This the Pope himself acknowledges, and considers that he owes his liberty to the two Kings, and to the fear in which the enemy stood of Lautrec's army. Lautrec will certainly not lose time, as he has lately written to Francis, and will wait for nothing but an answer to the message sent to his Holiness by Paul Camille de Trevolse and Gregory Casale, for it is necessary that he should be governed by the Pope's opinion, especially now that he is at liberty. Care has been taken that Lautrec shall not be in want of money.
Lautrec has lately intimated to Francis that the Pope is about to despatch Gambara to him, with instructions to go on to England. Has heard nothing from Spain since the arrival of l'Esleu Bayard. St. Germain-en-Laye, 31 Dec. 1527.
Fr., from a transcript, pp. 5.
R. O. 132. HENRY VIII. to the ABBOT or PRIOR OF _.
Desires him to present Adam Cayrus to the parish church of Wynandermer, on the nomination of Sir Wm. Parr, who holds the lordship during the nonage of Wm., son of the late Sir Thos. Parr, to whom it was let by patent of 1 March 4 Hen. VIII. Has granted the reversion to Hen. duke of Richmond and Somerset.
Draft, p. 1. Endd.
R. O. 133. [WOLSEY] to HENRY and ROB. DAKERS.
To a request that he would resign the reversionary interest he had obtained from the mayor and aldermen of London for his son Robert, in the office of one of the secretaries of the Compter, now held by Giles Claybroke, Hen. Dakers lately sent answer by Thos. Cromwell that his son had no land or office to live on. Having now advanced Rob. Dakers at the suit of Dr. Tailler, his uncle, to the office of clerk of assize, desires him to resign his interest in the other office to Will. Marshall, clerk to Sir Ric. Broke, chief baron of the Exchequer, for whom Sir Thos. More and Mr. Elyott have made intercession. He may take of Marshall 20l., which he paid to Cleybroke, and 6l. 13s. 4d. for his trouble in obtaining the office. At _, (fn. 31) the _* day of _.*
P. 1. On the back is the beginning of a letter to Cromwell on the above subject.
R. O. 134. WILL. KYNG to CROMWELL. (fn. 32)
Mrs. Abell has brought him a bill, from Cromwell, as she says, dated London, 5 Dec., by which she puts him in fear that he shall forego his land, "that I took up at yor laute cortte." Is satisfied the bill is not in Cromwell's hand. Has begun to plough the land, and put in his cattle, but she has sent men and brought them out again. Is he to go on with this tilth, for now is the time of year? The rest of his fien is ready.
Hol., p. 1. Add.: To the right worshipful Master Thomas Crumwell.

Footnotes

  • 1. It is probable that these propositions were brought by Jerningham on his return to England. See Contarini's letter of the 21 April 1524, in Mr. Brown's Venetian Calendar. Jerningham left on the Wednesday in Passion Week, which was the 23d March. See ibid., under 1 April. The secret letters of Charles in this volume, Nos. 175 and 176, probably refer to these proposals. No doubt this change was brought about by the successes of Bourbon during the interval.
  • 2. Blank in orig.
  • 3. Thos. Horsley was mayor, and Rob. Brandling sheriff of Newcastle in 1524. See Mackenzie's Hist. of Newcastle, II. 614.
  • 4. This P.S. in Gayangos appears as a separate letter, p. 113.
  • 5. This may, perhaps, belong to the year 1525. See No. 1218.
  • 6. This letter appears in Mr. Gayangos's Calendar, p.116, but without the postscript.
  • 7. In this transcript the date is 19 April, and other gross errors occur.
  • 8. So in transcript.
  • 9. The date of this letter is very uncertain.
  • 10. See Nos. 1604, 1729.
  • 11. This document is not found in R. O.
  • 12. See No. 2270.
  • 13. See No. 2000.
  • 14. Struck out.
  • 15. Sic.
  • 16. Sir Miles Bushy died on the 28th April 1525, according to the Inquisition post mortem, 17 Hen. VIII., No. 167.
  • 17. Corrected from "the More"
  • 18. After an entry so dated.
  • 19. These words are struck out.
  • 20. Sic.
  • 21. Note in margin:—Sol. in domo ca. in die comput. xv. H. VIII.
  • 22. The writer is probably an Italian, as he writes con for cum, and single letters when the Latin has double.
  • 23. In Vannes' hand.
  • 24. Poghley was suppressed 14 Feb. 1525. Sec No. 1137.
  • 25. In some passages Francis is spoken of in the third person, elsewhere he is addressed "Sire."
  • 26. Sic.
  • 27. "Lautrec" in transcript.
  • 28. Probably that mentioned in Clerk's letter of the 10th June 1527 (No. 3169), but quite uncertain.
  • 29. See No. 3548.
  • 30. Must be a mistake in the transcript, as the 26th Nov. was a Tuesday in 1527. The real date must be the 14th. See No. 3577.
  • 31. Blanks.
  • 32. See No. 2,028, and p. 987.
PreviousTable of contentsNext