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Dec. 3.
Falmouth, Antigua. |
504. Journal of the Council and Assembly of Antigua. Present:
Lieutenant-Colonel Rowland Williams, Captains Jeremiah Watkins,
Paul Lee, John Cade, Richard Ayres, and Samuel Jones, and John
Parry, Esq. Of the Assembly, Major Richard Boraston, Speaker,
Major Thomas Malett, Lieutenant Daniel Mitchell, Ensign Francis
Carlisle, and Samuel Irish. Upon Colonel Philip Warner laying
down his Commission, His Excellency proposed the election of
Lieutenant-Colonel Williams to the Council and Assembly, who
concurring, desired his acceptance of the Government but received
an utter denial, whereupon His Excellency empowered the two
Judges, Captains Paul Lee and Jeremiah Watkins, to preside, each
in his precinct, and at the end of a year to dissolve the Assembly
and issue writs for a new one. [Col. Papers, Vol. XXV., No. 55*.] |
Dec. 4.
Whitehall. |
505. Journal of Lords of Trade and Plantations. Consideration
of the business of Virginia as referred to their Lordships by Orders
of 6th and 17th July last (see ante, Nos. 318, 336.) Lord Berkeley
moves that the narrative of the late rebellion in Virginia presented
by His Majesty's Commissioners be read (see ante, No. 432).
Lord Culpeper, the Commissioners, and Colonel Culpeper called in,
when said papers are read, and Lord Berkeley presents and answer
to the objections against Sir William Berkeley signed by Colonel
Culpeper which is also read. Sir John Berry and Colonel Moryson
declare their narrative to be a faithful and impartial account of
things and assure their Lordships they never had any design to
diminish the credit of Sir William Berkeley. All being withdrawn
the Minutes of 2nd August last (see ante, No. 377) are read, and it
is inquired by what Order this answer in favour of Sir William
Berkeley is brought before them; agreed to desire His Majesty's
directions how to proceed. Being informed by Lord Berkeley that
Major Robert Bristow recommended by the Commissioners for his
loyalty and sufferings in the late rebellion had taken the oath of
fidelity to Bacon, Sir John Berry declares that the character given
of Bristow was from Sir William Berkeley's own mouth, who said
Bristow was a great sufferer and had been kept prisoner by the
rebels until Bacon's death, and Colonel Moryson could bear witness.
Colonel Culpeper's request to alter some expressions in the paper
signed by him in justification of Sir William Berkeley not
permitted. Agreed to move His Majesty for directions for the
dispatch of Lord Culpeper and the consideration of his Commission
and Instructions. 3 pp. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 118, and
Col. Entry Bk., Vol. CV., pp. 170–172.] |
| Dec. 4. |
506. An answer to the objections against Sir William Berkeley
in justification of his proceedings.Signed by Alexander Culpeper.
The last paragraph is as follows: All these things considered, Sir
William Berkeley had great reason to differ from the opinion of
the learned Lord Coke mentioned by the Commissioners, and to
appeal to His Majesty and most honourable Privy Council and the
learned Judges of the law who it is hoped will find cause to justify
Sir William Berkeley's proceedings, which, when the case shall be
clearer stated and better understood that yet it is, will be found
to have been entirely for the good of the Colony and His Majesty's
service though to his own loss and ruin. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI.,
No. 119, and Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXX., pp. 230–239.] |
Dec. 5.
Whitehall. |
507. Order of the King in Council. That Mr. Secretary Coventry
move His Majesty for his directions about preparing the instructions
and other necessary despatches for John Lord Culpeper as His
Majesty's Governor of Virginia. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXX.,
p. 230.] |
Dec. 5.
Whitehall. |
508. Order of the King in Council. That Sir William Jones,
Attorney-General, prepare draft of a Commission of Oyer and
Terminer, as desired by the Lords of Trade, for trial of pirates
in Jamaica, see ante, No. 500. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. XXIX.,
p. 171.] |
Dec. 6.
Whitehall. |
509. Order of the Lords of Trade and Plantations. Upon
reading a particular account delivered by His Majesty's late Commissioners for the affairs of Virginia, directing Sir John Berry and
Colonel Moryson to give in a list of the Council in Virginia,
some of whom are described as rash, fiery, &c., without naming
any other than Colonel Ballard, together with a particular character
of each member; that, according to the 9th Article of their
Instructions, they examine the laws of Virginia, and return their
opinions how far they find them consistent with His Majesty's
authority and the welfare of his Colony, and what they find
inconvenient and fit to be altered or discontinued. 2 pp. [Col.
Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 120, and Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXX.,
pp. 209, 210.] |
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510. Sir John Berry and Colonel Francis Moryson, late Commisioners for the affairs of Virginia, to the Lords of Trade and
Plantations. Present a list of the Council of that Colony, with
characters of those who may be thought most fit for His Majesty's
service at this present juncture. To the names of Sir Henry
Chicheley, Thomas Ludwell, Colonel Thomas Swann, Colonel
Nathaniel Bacon, Colonel Robert Smith, Colonel William Cole,
Colonel Richard Spencer, Colonel Daniel Parks, Colonel Rowland
Place, Captain Ralph Wormeley, Colonel Augustine Warner, Major
Richard Lee, and Major-General John Custis, the word "Stet"
has been afterwards added (by William Blathwayt ?); to those
of Major Robert Beverley and Colonel Edward Hill the words
"putt out;" to Colonel Francis Willis, "not now in the country,"
the words "to be inquired of;" to Colonel Thomas Ballard and
James Bray, "discont." [inue ?]; Colonel Thomas Bridger, "Qu.;"
Colonel Philip Ludwell, "determine." Opinion upon the Acts of
Oblivion and Attainder, and as to taking into deliberate consideration the laws of Virginia, "a work of time and difficulty,"
requiring the assistance of some learned Counsel to advise with.
5 pp. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 121.] |
Dec. 6.
Council Chamber. |
511. Memorandum that the Lords of Trade and Plantations
desire the Lord Privy Seal to report to the King in Council that
there is lying before them an answer to objections against Sir
William Berkeley in justification of his proceedings (see ante,
No. 506), upon which they desire His Majesty's directions, as also
in relation to the return the late Commissioners of Virginia, who
have been long attending His Majesty's commands, have made of
their commission. Endorsed, "Read in Council Dec 7. 1677." |
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Also Mem.—In consideration whereof it was ordered in Council
that no further notice should be taken of the aforesaid papers, and
the same day His Majesty was pleased to dismiss the Commissioners
from further attendance. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 122, and
Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXX., p. 240.] |
Dec. 6.
Whitehall. |
512. Journal of the Lords of Trade and Plantations. A list of
the business of Virginia depending at the Committee read. Answer
of the Commissioners presented to His Majesty in reference to their
instructions; remarks; Sir William Berkeley's refusal to inform
the Commissioners on certain heads; the grievances in relation to
the great salaries paid to the Assembly redressed; the characters
of some of the Council, Colonel Ballard, as rash and fiery, to be
excluded the Council, and Colonel Swann continued; Bray and
Colonel Philip Ludwell also rash and fiery men; a list of the
Council to be prepared by the Commissioners that His Majesty
may distinguish who are fit to be continued and who to be excluded.
As to the 9th Instruction requiring the Commissioners to return
copies of all laws in force in Virginia, the Commissioners declare
that Sir William Berkeley did not observe the directions of 14th
April 1676 as to certain heads of inquiry annexed. Inventory of
delinquents' estates delivered to their Lordships; agreed to recommend
that the gentlemen be rewarded for their labour therein.
The case of Hunt recommended by the Commissioners as very hard
and severe; he was never in arms and died before Bacon, yet his
estate confiscated. Refusal of Berkeley to receive His Majesty's
Commissioners into his house; Colonel Swann to be recommended
to Colonel Jeffreys for some reward for his kindness and expense
in doing so. The narrative of the Commissioners of the rise,
progress, and cessation of the late rebellion read; the observations
of their Lordships thereon as to the occasions of the troubles for
which Sir William Berkeley is greatly blamed in disowning the
expedition of Brent and Mason, in the small care that was taken
to subdue the Indians, his private trade with them, his sudden
motion to pardon Bacon when he was taken prisoner and admitting
him again of the Council; his conduct to Gardner who took Bacon
prisoner; and how he might have prevented Bacon having his (the
Governor's) commission against the Indians. A brother to the
Queen of Wianoke taken prisoner by Bacon and brought to England
by Colonel Culpeper, Administrator to Berkeley at Kent in Lord
Culpeper's house. Agreed to report in Council for some consideration
to Sir John Berry and Colonel Moryson for their
attendance on His Majesty's commands since the return of their
commission. 7pp. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. CV., pp. 173–179.] |
| [Dec. 6.] |
513. Inventories of Delinquents' Estates in Virginia, prefixed by a
list of debts claimed by divers persons out of said estates. The first
name is William Sherwood (see his petitions ante, Nos. 329, 330).
With Mem. signed by Sir John Berry and Francis Moryson, that on
His Majesty's determination concerning the disposal of said estates
herein set down, Lieutenant-Colonel George Jordan and Major
Theophilus Hone, employed by His Majesty's Commissioners to
report what estates have been seized as forfeited to His Majesty,
they may be considered out of the said estates for their great
are "inventoried":— William Hunt, Giles Bland, Robert Jones,
trouble. The following are the names of the persons whose estates
are "inventoried":—William Hunt, Giles Bland, Robert Jones,
Colonel James Crewe, Nathaniel Bacon, William Cookson, William
Dawson, John Greene, John Hes, Captain William Carver, William
Rookings, Thomas Hall, Thomas Willforde, Anthony Arnold, Henry
Page, Thomas Hunsforde, Thomas Whally, Edmund Cheeseman,
John Whitson, William Scarborough, William West, Robert Stokes,
John Younge, John Turner, Richard Farmer, and Richard Pomfrey,
there executed but had no estate, not so much as to pay for a
shroud to bury them. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXXI., pp. 429–495.] |
| [Dec. 6.] |
514. A true Narrative of the rise, progress, and cessation of
the late Rebellion in Virginia, most humbly and impartially
reported by His Majesty's Commissioners appointed to inquire into
the affairs of the said Colony. This is a beautifully written manuscript
by Samuel Wiseman (Clerk to the Commissioners), of thirty-
five pages, signed by Sir John Berry and Colonel Francis Moryson,
prefixed by a rough drawing of the siege of an Indian fort by the
Virginians and Marylanders, collected "from a strict inquiry,
observation, examination, and the most probable impartial reports
by us made and received during our stay upon the place," see
ante, No. 433, "The Heads of such papers, 2." [Col. Entry Bk.,
Vol. LXXXI., pp. 369–405.] |
| [Dec. 7.] |
515. Petition of Wolfgang Howser, Attorney of Henry Howser
and James Zellar, His Majesty's Chaplains in Jamaica, to the King
and Council. That said Chaplains were chosen in 1663 by the
Bishop of London, who promised each 100l. a year, until a stop
was made by the Lords of the Treasury, and, notwithstanding His
Majesty's recommendation to the Bishop of London to pay the
100l. in arrear, he refuses to do so. Prays for His Majesty's order
to said Bishop to pay the same, and also to consider a letter from
His Majesty's chaplains in Jamaica, which declares the island, in
regard of its great poverty, is not able to allow maintenance for the
four Chaplains resident there. "Read in Council 7 Dec. 1677."
[Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 123.] |
Dec. 11.
Whitehall. |
516. Journal of the Lords of Trade and Plantations. In reference to the Commissioners' account of the condition of Virginia
and of their transactions during their stay there, with their opinion
what means will best conduce to the firm grounding and securing
the future peace thereof (which is read), and on Lord Berkeley's
remarks on the unusual manner in which they made their inquiries
into the state and grievances of the country, seeing Sir William
Berkeley refused to give them any account of the state of matters,
their Lordships "seem to remain satisfied with the proceedings of
the Commissioners in this regard." Lord Culpeper and Colonel
Moryson called in the laws lately made in Virginia for pardoning,
attainting, and punishing offenders; considered also Berkeley's
proclamation in contradiction to that of His Majesty for pardoning
all except Bacon. Agreed that the Governor, Council, and Assembly
have too far extended their authority and privilege in enacting
them; against justice itself, particularly in the case of Hunt.
Agreed to report to His Majesty their advice that all laws made
contrary to the powers residing in the Government of Virginia or
in derogation to His Majesty's Proclamation be disanulled, and
other laws sent to Virginia more agreeable to His Majesty's justice
and honour. How far His Majesty will extend his mercy toward
the several degrees of offenders in Virginia is left to His Majesty's
determination. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. CV., pp. 180, 181.] |
| Dec. 11–13. |
517. Journal of Assembly of Barbadoes. Ordered that
200,000 lbs. of muscovado sugar be presented to the Governor for
his better support in the government of this island. |
| Dec. 12. |
Election of John Hallett as Treasurer, vice Colonel William
Bate, and Captain John Johnson, Comptroller of the duty of
excise. Acts for laying an imposition on wines and other liquors
imported, and to enable Colonel William Bate to receive the debts
by him contracted for the excise passed. Ordered that the
Treasurer put on board ship so much of the public sugars as may
reasonably be computed to make in England 1,500l. sterling for
payment of 1,200 firelocks and 200 carbines with cartouch boxes,
&c. Ordered, that if any member of this House shall hereafter
discover or divulge any of the arguments of any particular members
in the House to the prejudice of any of them he shall be expelled
the House. Ordered on petition of Captain Thomas Morris and
Thomas Beresford, merchant, that the duty on eighteen pipes [of
wine] be remitted. John Forbes chosen Marshal on decease of Joseph
Withers. Act passed to explain a branch of a former Act for
ordering and governing of negroes. Ordered that the members
bring in a true list of arrears and taxes in the several parishes
they represent, and that the beginning of this crop they make
speedy prosecution against the several persons in arrears. This to
be published in all parish churches two Sundays before the next
sitting. Motion to the Governor to order the Commissioners for
the several precincts to take account of the carriages, ammunition,
and other necessaries wanting in the forts, and report the same at
the next sitting of the Assembly. That the manner of giving and
setting forward an alarm be ascertained, and the forces of the
country upon such occasion appointed at such posts as formerly,
and not at their usual rendezvous, for the better preventing any
sudden surprisal wherein our danger chiefly consists; that the
Colonels may have power to take provision for the poor people upon
alarm, to maintain them at their posts, setting reasonable rates
thereon, and drawing on the public for satisfaction. That good
part of the magazine may be distributed to the care of the field
officers to be kept near the several posts, and to draw upon the
Treasurer for any charge of building for securing same. That said
Commissioners take a view of the breast works, and report what
are in want of repair and where new ones will be convenient, also
upon the best way of preserving the great guns and carriages from
decay. That a thousand spades be distributed for the use of the
several breastworks. That said Commissioners be desired to cause
wood and trees prejudicial to the breastworks to be cut or in
default to appoint other persons who may take said wood for their
pains. |
| Dec. 13. |
Petition drawn by order of the House to the King. In relation
to their Speaker, Colonel William Sharpe, being sent for to England
upon a complaint to His Majesty and Council, who made an order
commanding the Governor to send over Colonel Sharpe. That
petitioners are much afflicted at His Majesty's displeasure, but
humbly presume to lay before His Majesty that those inhabiting
this extreme part of his dominions have been settled by the King's
Commission and his laws, and hitherto at all times offenders have
by virtue of them been duly punished. That if removed from
their estates and families upon any suggestion or accusation they
are as inevitably ruined though innocent as they would be if
guilty. Pray His Majesty to take away those fears, and by some
gracious expression to confirm them, that they shall not be removed
from their houses and families upon the pretence of any crime
before they are first heard in this place. Resolved unanimously
that this petition be sent to England. Acts to continue the Act of
the Militia of this island, and to prevent the clipping, washing, or
impairing of the Spanish money here current, passed. Voted that
the Treasurer and Comptroller of the Excise do not give security.
Ordered that the Treasurer pay to John Higinbotham, Clerk of the
Assembly, and to Mary, widow of John Withers, late Marshal,
their respective salaries in sugars. John Forbes took the usual
oath as Marshal to the Assembly. Adjourned to 22nd January
1678. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. XIII., pp. 282–288.] |
Dec. 12.
Whitehall. |
518. Order of the King in Council. Permitting the ship Mary
to proceed, on securities of 500l. each, given by Lionel Craft and
Henry Ramsey, two of the proprietors. That she shall not touch
at Guinea or any part of Africa to the prejudice of the Royal
African Company. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. I., p. 80.] |
| [Dec. 12.] |
519. Petition of Thomas Gardner, late Commander of the ship
Adam and Eve, of London, to the King. That by command of
Sir William Berkeley he seized the late rebel Bacon, with forty
armed men in a sloop, in James River, and delivered them, all
prisoners, to the Governor at James Town. That he was soon
after committed to prison by the then Assembly till he should pay
seventy pounds for the loss of Bacon's sloop. That after the
Governor's return from Accomack, and until the arrival of His
Majesty's Commissioners he attended to said Governor's orders.
Prays for satisfaction for his services. Endorsed, "Read in Council
Dec. 12 '77." Annexed, |
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519. i. Certificate signed by Sir John Berry and Colonel
Francis Moryson in favour of Captain Thomas Gardner,
that his ship was a receptacle for the loyal party, and a
jail for the late rebels, and is now taken from him by
reason of the neglect and losses occasioned by his
attending the Governor's orders. Endorsed, "Read.
18 Dec. 1677." |
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519. ii. Order of the Assembly of Virginia. That for violating
the privilege of a burgess in the person of Nathaniel
Bacon, and for damages about a sloop, and the loss of
arms, Captain Thomas Gardner pay to the said Bacon
70l., and crave Bacon's pardon, 24 June 1676. |
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519. iii. Order of the King in Council. On petition of Captain
Thomas Gardner, referring same to Lords of Trade and
Plantations, to examine the petitioner's case, and report
how he may be satisfied for the great hardships and
charge of his imprisonment by order of the Assembly of
Virginia. Whitehall, 1677, Dec. 12. Together, 5 papers.
[Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., Nos. 124. 124 I., II., III.; and
Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXX., pp. 215–222.] |
Dec. 13.
Whitehall. |
520. Journal of the Lords of Trade and Plantations. A Report
to His Majesty about the laws of Virginia read and approved. A
repertory of Grievances presented to the late Commissioners of
Virginia by the people there is read in part. Opinions of their
Lordships on several of the Articles. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. CV.,
pp. 182–184.] |
Dec. 14.
Custom House, London. |
521. Commissioners of the Customs to the Lord Treasurer.
Have considered the draft of an Act for raising money in
Jamaica for support of that government, and offer their opinions
on the proposal to lay duties on sugar, tobacco, indigo, ginger, rum,
and cocoa, which they suppose are rather intended for preventing
their importation than out of any expectation of raising a revenue,
also as to spirits, beer, cider, mum, and metheglin, which last and
spirits are mostly of the manufacture of this kingdom. Do not
find that anything is charged upon rum or other strong waters of
the manufacture of the Island. Concerning the difference made
between free ships and foreign ships and other details in con
nection with said Act. Signed by Sir Richard Temple, Sir George
Downing, and five others. "Recd from Mr Brent 31 Dec. 1677."
2 pp. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 126; and Col. Entry Bk.,
Vol. XXIX., pp. 172–175.] |
Dec. 18.
Whitehall. |
522. Journal of the Lords of Trade and Plantations. In
reference to the eighth grievance of Northampton County, Virginia,
their Lordships think fit that the Courts of Judicature be not
adjourned so often as is complained of without sufficient cause, and
that the Governor be directed to regulate this abuse. Letter signed
to Colonel Jeffreys, Governor of Virginia, requiring of him an
account of the affairs of Virginia since his arrival there, and
transmitting several heads of inquiry relating to the present state
of the country. |
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Their Lordships receive several laws of Jamaica enacted 9th
April 1677, which they will consider at their next meeting. |
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Lord Baltimore attends as ordered in relation to the correspondence in Maryland with the Indians, and says the peace with
the Northern Indians bordering upon his provinces has held for
twenty years and is yearly confirmed by the Indians. That in
this Treaty as well as in a peace now making with the Cuingo and
other Indians Virginia is expressly included, and produced letters
vouching his assertion, whereupon Lord Baltimore withdraws, and
it is agreed to report in Council that effectual care has been taken
by Lord Baltimore to include Virginia within the treaties of peace
made with the Indians, but that their Lordships observe the like
has not been done by the Governor of Virginia in the late peace
concluded with the Indian kings and queens, with their opinions
that orders be sent to Colonel Jeffreys that he endeavour to
comprehend the Province of Maryland and other English Colonies
within the said Treaty and others which shall hereafter be made
by him with the Indians. |
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Their Lordships agree to report in Council their opinion for
regulating the fishing trade of Newfoundland in accordance with
His Majesty's Letters Patent, as prayed in a petition of several
towns in the west of England. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. CV., pp. 185–187.] |
Dec. 18.
Whitehall. |
523. William Blathwayt to Colonel Moryson. Has got ready
the names of such as the Acts lately made in Virginia had excepted
out of the free pardon granted by His Majesty's Proclamation, but
as to his request for a copy of the Objections signed by Colonel
Culpeper against Moryson's narrative, the Lords of the Committee
say that as His Majesty in Council had not thought fit to take any
notice of that paper, so the reply could only multiply disputes to
no purpose, and therefore it was not necessary that any copy should
be given to him. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXX., p. 211.] |
Dec. 18.
Council Chamber. |
524. Report [of Lords of Trade and Plantations] to the King.
That a letter be written to Lieutenant-Governor Herbert Jeffreys
directing him to use all effectual means to comprehend as well
within the late peace made with the Indians as in all other Treaties
of Peace to be negotiated hereafter, not only the Province of
Maryland, but all other neighbouring Colonies of His Majesty's
subjects. Endorsed, "Read and approved January 8th 1678."
2 pp. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 127.] |
Dec. 18.
Whitehall. |
525. Lords of Trade and Plantations to Colonel Jeffreys, Lieutenant-Governor of Virginia. Notify their appointment by His
Majesty, and that he may be the better guided in the representation
of things which their Lordships expect from him, they send several
Heads of Inquiry formerly recommended to Sir William Berkeley,
to which as yet they have received no answer, with Additional
Heads relating to the present conjuncture and changes. Require
him to transmit a Journal and Deduction of all things since his
arrival, also authentic copies of all laws. Annexed are the Additional
Heads of Inquiries. [Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXX., pp. 241–243.] |
| [Dec. 19.] |
526. Petition of the inhabitants of Newfoundland to the King.
That Petitioners' ancestors settled in said island under certain
laws and orders "formed to them by Patents by yor Maj. royal
Ancestors" and now number 1,600 persons. That a patent has
lately been obtained by persons in England without the privity
of Petitioners, not only contrary to said laws and orders, but
absolutely destructive to Petitioners and their families, and should
it proceed would prove the certain loss of said island. That
Petitioners have petitioned His Majesty to set aside said patent,
and several reports have been made how necessary it is the
inhabitants be there continued, whereupon His Majesty has
suspended the execution of said patent till the full hearing of said
cause. That Petitioners also petitioned for a Governor, Minister
and settled forts for their security at their own costs, which still
remains undetermined. Pray His Majesty to suspend the granting
of any order until Petitioners be further heard. "Rec. 19 Dec.
Read in Council 22 Dec. 1677." [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI.,
No. 128.] |
Dec. 20.
Whitehall. |
527. Journal of Lords of Trade and Plantations. In reference
to the case of Thomas Gardner, late Commander of the ship Adam
and Eve, agreed to report to His Majesty that, in consideration of
the good service done by Gardner in seizing Bacon with forty
armed men in his sloop in James River, for which he was cast into
prison and fined 70l. for the loss of Bacon's sloop and for reimbursement of the same, His Majesty would assign him 100l. out
of the money raised by the Assembly of Virginia. |
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Two laws for settling the Militia in Jamaica taken into consideration, one made in 1675, the other in 1677, and the former
being read, their Lordships will consider at a full meeting whether
the preamble of this law be not fit to be left out as 'tis in the late
law, also what provisions to be made in case of damages. [Col.
Entry Bk., Vol. CV., p. 188–190.] |
Dec. 22.
Whitehall. |
528. Order of the King in Council. On petition of Otho Thorpe
of York county, Virginia, setting forth his great losses by plunder
during the rebellion, that himself and wife were imprisoned by the
rebels for refusing to take up arms with them, and that Governor
Berkeley seized the remainder of his estate, and praying for
restitution. His Majesty being very sensible that many of his poor
subjects there must necessarily have suffered many hardships in
that calamitous time and desiring they may be restored to all they
can justly lay a claim to, orders that said petition and papers
annexed be referred to Lords of Trade and Plantations for their
report, when His Majesty will declare his further pleasure. 2 pp.
[Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 129.] |
Dec. 22.
Whitehall. |
529. Order of the King in Council. On petition of Elizabeth
Dudley, widow of William Dudley, late of Middlesex county,
Virginia, on behalf of herself and her three sons, setting forth
that her husband was forced to administer Bacon's unlawful oath,
but with a salve to his allegiance to His Majesty and before he
could obtain the benefit of His Majesty's pardon, Sir William
Berkeley seized fifteen hogsheads of tobacco to his own use, and
praying restitution, His Majesty being very desirous to have the
Petitioners restored to whatever may have unjustly been taken
from them in the hurry and distraction of the late rebellion there,
orders that said petition and papers annexed be referred to Lords
of Trade and Plantations for their report. 2 pp. [Col. Papers,
Vol. XLI., No. 130.] |
| Dec. 22. |
530. Petition of Sands Knowles of Gloucester county, Virginia,
to the King. Setting forth the seizure of himself and servants and
the plundering of his estate to the value of 400l. sterling, by Major
Robert Beverley in October 1676, and his having obtained the
benefit of His Majesty's pardon. Prays for the restitution of his
estate. 1 p. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 132.] |
| Dec. 22. |
531. Petition of Sands Knowles to Governor Herbert Jeffreys.
For permission, for the reasons therein stated, to put in security
according to the tenor of His Majesty's Proclamation of Pardon,
with certificate by Sam Wiseman that Petitioner duly performed
what is enjoined by said Proclamation. 1 p. [Col. Papers,
Vol. XLI., No. 133.] |
| Dec. 22. |
532. Petition of Sands Knowles to the Commissioners for
Virginia. That Major Beverley has seized his servants, and
negroes and goods to the value of 400l. sterling. Prays he may
receive the full benefit of His Majesty's pardon, and have liberty
to recover his estate. Annexed, |
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532. i. ii. iii. Three depositions taken in Virginia in behalf of
Petitioner concerning his losses and imprisonment. 4 pp.
[Col Papers, Vol. XLI., Nos. 134, 134 i. ii. iii.] |
| Dec. 22. |
533. Order of the King in Council. On petition of Sands
Knowles of Gloucester county, Virginia, with the papers annexed,
praying restitution of his estates there, referring same to Lords of
Trade and Plantation for their report, that thereupon His Majesty
may declare His further pleasure. 1 p. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI.,
No. 131.] |
Dec. 22.
Whitehall. |
534. Order of the King in Council. On petition of William
Mumford, of London, Merchant, on behalf of Alexander Walker, of
Virginia, Planter, for restitution of his goods seized by Sir William
Berkeley and converted to his own use, Petitioner's only offence
being the taking Bacon's unlawful oath, which he was forced to by
threats; referring same to Lords of Trade and Plantations for
their report. 2 pp. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 135.] |
| Dec. 22. |
535. Petition of Thomas Martin, Receiver in Jamaica to the
King. That notwithstanding His Majesty's letters to Governor
Lord Vaughau, Petitioner is still a prisoner as by the annexed
certificate will appear. Prays His Majesty to give further orders
for his release. Annexed, |
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535. i. Certificate of Sir Henry Morgan. That at Martin's
request he delivered on 24th November last the King's
letter to Lord Vaughan to admit Petitioner to his office,
but that he is still a prisoner in the gaol of St. Jago de la
Vega. St. Jago de la Vega, 1677, Dec. 8. Two copies. |
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535. ii. Order of the King in Council. On above petition of
Martin. That Lord Carlisle, Governor of Jamaica, on his
arrival, cause Petitioner to be forthwith discharged from
his confinement and restored to the full enjoyment of his
office pursuant to his grant and His Majesty letters of 14th
July and 28th September last. Whitehall, 1678, March 27.
[Col. Papers, Vol. XL., Nos. 93, 93 i., ii.] |
| Dec. 22. |
536. Petition of Thomas Martin, Receiver of Jamaica to the
King. Recites the proceedings on his previous petitions and prays
His Majesty to recommend Petitioner to the particular regard of the
Earl of Carlisle now going as Governor to Jamaica so that on his
Lordship's arrival Petitioner may be effectually relieved and restored
to his office "Read in Council 22 Dec. 1677." Also, |
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536. i. Order of the King in Council on preceding petition. His
Majesty out of his princely compassion of the great
sufferings and hardships Petitioner has undergone is
pleased to grant his request and it is ordered that as soon
as Lord Carlisle arrive in Jamaica he restore Petitioner
to the full exercise of his office and assist him all that
can be in the recovery of the profits and damages for his
unjust imprisonment and great expense. Whitehall, 1677,
Dec. 22. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 136, and Col. Entry
Bk., Vol. XXIX., pp. 177–179.] |
| Dec. 24. |
537. Colonel Francis Moryson to Sir Thomas Dolman, Clerk of
the Council. Is glad to hear His Majesty has ordered Captain
Gardner a reward for his eminent services. Is in favour of his
having a reward, both his imprisonment and sickness were a great
charge to him and loss to his owners in neglecting their service.
2 pp. [Col. Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 137, and Col. Entry Bk.,
Vol. LXXX., pp. 212–3.] |
| Dec. 24? |
538. "Memorial for my Lord Privy Seal in Capt. Gardner's
business." Being abstract of his petition (see ante, No. 519.) That
the Lords of Trade and Plantations agree to move His Majesty
whether the 100l. to be paid to Gardner is to come out of the
public stock of Virginia or out of his own treasure. [Col. Entry
Bk., Vol. LXXX., p. 214.] |
Dec. 27.
Whitehall. |
539. The King to Colonel Herbert Jeffreys Lieutenant-Governor
of Virginia. Refers to his letter of 25th August last, (see ante
No. 391), and explains that Lord Culpeper's salary shall be paid out
of the receipt of His Majesty's Exchequer here after the rate of
1,200l. a year since the time of Sir William Berkeley's death until
25th March next ensuing and that Jeffreys receive proportionably
the like sum out of the pay appointed for the Governor of Virginia
until 25th March. But that from and after that time vice versa,
Lord Culpeper shall be paid wholly in Virginia and Jeffreys in
England. He is not to intermeddle with the revenues in Virginia
the King having granted all perquisites since Sir William Berkeley's
death to Lord Culpeper. [Col. Entry Bks., Vol. LXXX., pp. 307–8,
and Vol. XCV., pp. 235, 236.] |
Dec. 27.
St. John's. (Antigua). |
540. Journal of the Council and Assembly of Antigua. The
whole Council and a new Assembly chosen. Ordered that the
account of powder and impost of liquors be examined. Also that
thirteen of the Assembly being in all 22 Members make a full
House and not under. [Col. Papers, Vol. XXV., No. 55*.] |
| Dec. 30. |
541. Abstract of letter from Lieutenant-Governor Herbert Jeffreys
to Colonel Francis Moryson. Impudent conduct of Robert Beverley
since his departure in denying the authority of the Commission
and calling all his proceedings unjust and illegal. Colonel Phillip
Ludwel under restraint, so believes both may come home together.
He shall have their accusations by the next. [Col. Papers,
Vol. XLI., No. 138.] |
Dec. 30.
Virginia. |
542. Edward Rous to Secretary Sir Joseph Williamson. About
ten days hence the Unity will sail with 400 of His Majesty's
soldiers under his command for London. Begs for a Captain's
Commission in the room of John Meoles deceased. 1 p. [Col.
Papers, Vol. XLI., No. 139.] |
Dec. 31.
Whitehall. |
543. Secretary Sir Joseph Williamson to Mr. Ludwell. Is very
glad to find him well arrived after so ill a passage, and writes this
at the desire of some of Ludwell's friends on this side and to assure
him that he (Williamson) is far from having entertained the least
prejudice against him or any man, as to his person. Has heretofore
fully explained himself on that subject. "I pray you know me better
than to believe I have any other measure or rule in my judging or
favouring of men in public station than their merits or demerits
towards His Majesty and the service they are in, and that you shall
ever find me just and punctual by the blessing of God to this
principle." Shall be glad as there is occasion to hear from him, of
the temper and condition things are in, and prays he will please to
be impartial in it for the consequence such information may be to
His Majesty's service. Alderman Jeffreys, our good friend, deserves
too well of all good men to need much recommendation. [Col.
Entry Bk., Vol. XCIII., p. 94.] |
