Oct. 10 1668. Portsmouth Capt. Ant. Deane to the Navy Commissioners.
Is in hand with the Milford; she will be ready on Monday to take in provisions, if the commander comes down.
The 16 calkers promised are not come; desires their despatch, also orders as to the work to be performed in calking, repairs, etc., on the fleet here, to keep the ships from rotting.
Wants a supply of broom, deals, and wainscot. [2 pages. [S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 148.]
@@@ Oct. 10 1668. The Edgar, King Road, Bristol. Capt. John Wettwang to the Navy Commissioners.
Has bought most of the small things for the carpenter's stores, and the rest are making; the value will amount to 40/., which they may order of Sir John Knight, of whom he has received 4 anchors and 6 guns.
Hopes to be ready for the first fair wind; is only waiting for a little ballast. Has 216 men on board. [S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 144.]
@@@ Oct. 10 1668. Audley Inn M. Wren to Pepys.
His Royal Highness having given me leave to stay two or three days at Ipswich with my relations, I only returned to Court last night.
I will reply to the Commissioners' letters on returning to town.
The Duke has commanded me to send you orders to Capt. Shepherd to bring back Sir T. Bond, who has gone today to Calais with little Mr. Hyde; I hope this will come time enough to keep him there, and prevent the necessity of sending another yacht for him.
I fear the Dartmouth has not yet left the Downs and gone on her voyage; I beseech you to quicken her, as it is of great importance to the security of the Canary trade that she does not lose a minute's time; I hope she is gunned and manned as in time of war.
With note that this came after the Monmouth yacht was gone. [S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 145.]
Enclosing, M. Wren to Capt. Shepherd, commander of the Duke of York's yacht, the Anne.
You are to stay at Calais for Sir Thos. Bond, who intends to be there on the 16th, and to bring him, with what he shall put on board, to England. – Audley Inn Oct. 10, 1608. [S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 1451.]
@@@ Oct. 10 1668. Harwich Capt. Silas Taylor to Pepys.
The hulk must be calked if she stays here the winter, and have new cables. Has only three labourers, except those hired by days on emergency. The muster boat and many things, both in yard and housing, are so much out of repair, that they will be damaged this winter; the wharfings need filling with earth, the windows glazing, and the wall and chimneys repairing, &c. [S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 146.]
@@@ Oct. 10 1668. Harwich Certificate by Wm. Garrard, mayor, John Hunter, justice, and two aldermen of Harwich, that according to the order of Aubrey, Earl of Oxon, at the foot of the petition of Wm. Shymous and Rich. Harris, sent to his Majesty when at Harwich, they have caused the two prisoners to be whipped in the public market-place, and discharged them, and that the junk stolen is returned into the stores. [S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 147. See p. 9, supru.]
Oct. 9 1669. Navy Office T. Hayter to Mr. Reynolds.
Pray certify the names of the surgeons put in bills for the Eagle and Roe ketches.
With note by R . Reynolds: Thos. Stanford removing to the Newcastle at sea, Thos. Robson's name was put into the bill, but he not at tending, and John Hoybin coming into the ship, he and Mr. Selby for him received the free gift and imprest; also that Rob. Stylots, of the Roe ketch, is to receive the money on the bills of 29 November, 1666. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 140.]
@@@ Oct. 9 1668. Certificate by J. Wren, that Nich. Hill, commander of the Spy sloop, has cleared his victualling account, from 31 May to 20 July 1668, and was allowed no extra necessary money thereon. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 141.]
@@@ Oct. 9. 1668 The Harp, Dublin Capt. Robert Hooper to the Navy Commissioners.
By Sir G. Carteret's order, has had the ship surveyed; she is found weak and worse than he took her to be; supposes the survey has come to their hands.
Received their orders to sail to Kinsale, and lay the ship up there, but she is not in a condition to go without repair, and her victuals are expended. The purser has supplied provisions hitherto, for which he is not yet satisfied, and thereby they are now obstructed.
With note that the book was sent to Lord Brouncker's office the 31st. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 142.]
Oct. 9 1668. Audley Inn Lord Arlington to Williamson.
Arrival and despatch of letters. I wonder anybody should imagine there needed the formality of entering Secretary Trevor into all the Committees of the Council where Secretary Morice sat, as secretaries have always sat ex officio; notwithstanding, I moved his Majesty, who laughed at me for the doubt.
The Lord Chamberlain has arrived; I will speak to him concerning their Majesties' going to Cambridge, but they have both promised that the University shall have six days' warning at least, for the preparation of their speeches.
I have written to the Lord General, by his Majesty's command, concerning the disposal of the men come from Portugal.
The French Ambassadress must have been misinformed, else she could not possibly have taken ill her Majesty's refusal to see her.
Let the Prince of Ligny's papers be looked out, that I may see whether it will be fit for his Majesty to move anything in it, or what kind of answer to make to the Prince. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 134.]
@@@ Oct. 9 1668. Chapter House, Chester Hen. Bridgeman, dean, and the chapter to the King.
Signify their election of Dr. John Wilkins as bishop. (Latin, parchment. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 135.] --- Archbihop George Hall, deceased
@@@ Oct. 9 1668. Licence to John, Viscount Mordaunt, to travel beyond seas for the benefit of his health. Minute. [S.P. Dom., Entry Book 30, f. 85.]
@@@ Oct. 9. 1668 Bonadventure, Ockamness, Chatham Capt. John Narbrough to Sam. Pepys.
Is waiting for a fair wind, the pilot being unwilling to remove without it.
The guns are nearly out, but vessels are here wanting for that business.
Desires them to give 120 tickets to his purser, Thos. Smith, who has written that they require the captain's hand for them. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 137.]
@@@ Oct. 9 1668. [Navy] Treasurer’s Office R. Waith to the Navy Commissioners.
Received their commands by a woman, with a list of 8 persons' names; she was busy inquiring whether their tickets were paid or not; his books not being made up, could not answer her till today.
Needed not so sharp a provocation to despatch, as of all people busied with tickets, no one is less subject to indulge corrupt interests than himself.
Gives a list of tickets of 8 seamen, with the amount due to each, &c. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 138.]
@@@ Oct. 9 1668. Return by Benj. Boate of 6 calkers who were pressed for the yard at Portsmouth, but have not appeared at the carrier's who was to be at Portsmouth yard on the 15th. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 139.]
The volume of Domestic State Papers covering correspondence from Oct. 1668 to Dec. 1669 is at https://play.google.com/books/rea… @@@ Oct. 9 1668. Letter Office, London James Hickes to Rob. Francis.
Thanks for the book sent by Charles (Perrot). Encloses 20s. from Hen. Barnard for half a year's intelligence. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 132.]
@@@ Oct. 9 1668. Yarmouth Rich. Bower to Williamson.
A letter from Secretary Morice was read in the assembly of Aldermen and Common Council, intimating that his Majesty took notice that several persons were taken into offices without taking the prescribed oaths, and warning them to take care for the future, as this, if neglected, would create great mischief.
There have already crept into the Common Council some who frequently keep the greatest conventicles in the town. Since Mr. Bridge's coming, the Independent faction is grown so high that the Minister will be forced to lay aside the performing of his duty in the burial of the dead, their rudeness being such that they not only jeer and laugh at him, but make a noise, that he may not be heard; some have been so impudent as to lay their hands on his book. Others, more modest, have buried their dead by stealth.
The prayers and the thanksgiving for his Majesty's restoration was torn out of the Common Prayer as it lay in the church.
Their ringleader, Mr. Bridge, is grown so high that he threatens his members with excommunication if they go to hear our ministers. He has seduced several of late, and made them members of his congregation, and takes upon himself to baptize their children. Were our ministers, as I fear too many others are, of an evil life and conversation, or anyways turbulent, they might pretend some colour for their madness; but as the ministers have applause for their sober carriage, courteous behaviour, and sound doctrine, the grief and trouble must be at the ordinance. If some care is not taken to stop their madness, it may be divined what will ensue. A gentleman has been sent down by the King to take a survey of the town which has bred the belief that his Majesty will be soon here.
Great quantities of herrings have been brought in lately. [14 pages. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 133.] --- Mr. Bridge was a local minister (1600 - 1670) who preached against King Charles I. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wil… --- According to wiki, Charles Ii had plans for Yarmouth: In 1668 Charles II incorporated Little Yarmouth into the borough by a charter with one brief exception remaining in force until 1703, when Queen Anne replaced the two bailiffs by a mayor. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gre…
@@@ Oct. 8 1668. Ann Harper to the Navy Commissioners.
Desires they will move his Royal Highness that her husband may resign the appointment of storekeeper at Chatham in favour of his eldest son, whom he has brought up under him. His health was much impaired by being at the water early and late during the war, and he has received small encouragement, as his salary for the last two years has not been paid. S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 125.]
@@@ Oct. 8 1668. Jas. Hayes, Secretary to Prince Rupert, to the Navy Commissioners.
Asks for an order to the master attendant at Deptford to receive the Eaglet ketch, lent to the Prince, Duke of Albemarle, and others, for an expedition to Hudson's Bay, which has been abandoned through the violence of the weather. S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 126.] --- More about the story of this adventure to Hudson Bay, see https://www.pepysdiary.com/diary/…
@@@ Since Stephane has given such a good summary of Charles II’s visit to Harwich today, I’ve posted the original letter under “Harwich” in the Encyclopedia. https://www.pepysdiary.com/encycl…
@@@ Oct. 8 1668. Sir Phil. Musgrave to [Williamson]. I have seen your letter to my son Christopher.
Thank you for your advice not to have my business with Mr. Aglionby heard at the Council table, till his Majesty is present. I have written to Lord Arlington; pray second me in it.
I hope to make it appear, notwithstanding all the aspersions cast upon me, that I am as honest as I have been accounted. S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 130.]
Annexing,
Sir P. Musgrave to Lord Arlington. Upon my petition to Council against Mr. Aglionby, for a scandalous order procured by him from the Corporation of Carlisle against the garrison, Aglionby was ordered to appear before Council on the 21st instant. Hearing that his Majesty is not likely to be then in town, I request that the hearing may be respited until his return. His Majesty should hear any objection against a person whom he has thought worthy of trust. If any crime can be proved against me, let it be as publicly known as is possible. I shall not be there myself, as I would not leave my duty upon private concernment; but my son Christopher will come, prepared to vindicate my reputation. If his Majesty grants my request, pray certify the same to the Lord Keeper or some other of the Privy Council in London. [Copy] Oct. 8, 1668. S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 1301.]
@@@ Oct. 8 1668. Portsmouth Hugh Salesbury to Williamson.
The ship built by the Dutch knight will be launched the end of the month; the Milford is here, to be fitted for sea for the winter guard. S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 131.]
He landed alone the next day, Sunday, at 6 o'clock, and was waited upon by Sir Charles Littleton and Sir Bernard de Gomme; he went on foot out of the town, viewing all the places in relation to fortifications, and examining some drafts offered by Sir Bernard, which he rectified in the field at 2 or 3 stations, with his own hand, by a black lead pen and ruler.
After a 5 miles' walk over high stiles and ploughgrounds, his Royal Highness found him out, and after some discourse and pacing the ground, returned.
The King then went to “his house” (as he called it 5 or 6 times that morning), and drank some chocolate, but his Royal Highness and others drank Canary,
and then to church, as well attended and accommodated as the little town could; his chaplain, Dr. Tully, preached.
He returned to his house to dinner, the King and his Royal Highness dining in the great parlour, the Dukes of Monmouth and Buckinghain in the Duke's lodging chamber, the other nobles dining in the little parlour, and the waiters in the hall.
After dinner the Earl of Oxford presented a petition from the two prisoners that had stolen junk from the hulk. The King pardoued them as to their lives, but ordered them a sound whipping and to be released.
I was busy just then in the yard with Mr. Wren, but the King sent for me, and declared his royal pleasure to me.
The King and most of the lords sailed that evening to Aldborough, and the next day rode by land thence to Ipswich, dined with Viscount Hereford, and returned in the afternoon to Audley End. [2 pages. S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 127.]
Charles II, the High Admiral the Duke of York, military engineer Sir Bernard de Gomme, and many courtiers and servants visited Harwich and Languard Fort on October 8, 1668. Capt. Silas Taylor sent this report to Pepys the next day:
The King arrived here on Saturday the 3rd instant at 3 p.m., from Landguard Fort, attended by the Henrietta and Anne yachts with his kitchen.
Not having any boat or barge fit to receive him, I made a stage to run into the water, upon which he landed, and give me his hand to kiss. The Duke of York was with him; he was attended by the Dukes of Monmouth, Buckingham, and Richmond, Earl of Oxford, Lord Cornwallis, Marquis of Blanquefort, &c.; he was received by Sir Charles Littleton and two companies of his Royal Highness's regiment quartered here; then by the Mayor and Aldermen, who presented their maces and keys, which he touched and thanked them.
I was then called to show him the yard, to which he first went, and asked whether the Resolution and Rupert were built at that launch, and, together with the Duke, praised it for a good launch; he viewed the yard, cranes, and situation, and went up the works, and circuiting the greatest part of the town, returned to my house.
He asked to whom the house belonged; I said it was his Majesty's: he then asked if the storehouses in the backyard be longed to it, and what was in them; I told him they were for naval stores; he asked what the house cost; I told him 300/., also how big it was, and upon being told it had 4 rooms on a floor, he replied it was a cheap pennyworth, and the Duke entering the parlour, the King said, “Brother, this house is my house, and it is a pretty one.”
He refused to drink, because it was supper time, and took boat at the stairs near, and was rowed on board the Henrietta while it was light, and came not ashore that night, but sent the Duke of Monmouth to lodge at my house; also cooks and others to make ready his dinner against the morrow.
A ship has arrived for Bristol, laden with tallow and hides; also one with sugar and cotton from the Barbados, bound for London. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 118.]
@@@ Oct. 7 1668. Lyme Anth. Thorold to Hickes.
The Windsor of Lyme has arrived from Morlaix, and reports that the sickness still keeps in Rouen, and that 30 or 40 die weekly, but that it has not spread much further in the country; the inhabitants keep up a good correspondence with the English, and hope their Ambassador will draw them to a nearer union. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 122.]
@@@ Oct. 17.] 1668 Wettmere J. Aldrich to his uncle, Rob. Francis.
We apologize for brevity. Having this morning heard the nothingness of a long-winded Presbyterian, it has put us quite out of conceit of long sentences, so I have only to beg you to convey a letter enclosed, and to acquaint my father that we defer writing, having no business. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 123.]
@@@ Oct. 7 1668. Bury [Lord Arlington] to Williamson.
I have just come hither. I could not speak to the King at Saxham, nor until today, by reason of the uncertainity of his motions; I shall wait upon him early tomorrow, and receive his pleasure upon all the letters sent, and afterwards follow him to Audley End, where he means to sleep tomorrow night.
I have written a large letter to Sir J. Trevor in answer to his. I send some papers.
P.S. 8 Oct. I have got the King to sign the enclosed papers, but have not time to answer Lord Ashley, who has his Majesty's leave to go into the country. [1] pages. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 124.]
Good solution, James. They often used pontoon boats to make temporary bridges ... a version of that would be quicker and cheaper to make, and could be dismantled easily afterwards. Instead of anchoring it physically to both shores, one end would literally use anchors.
Gerald Berg and anyone else interested in theories about who the man in the velvet mask was, this one's for you.
Even if you're not into this speculation, this excerpt from the article gives us an idea of the behind-the-scenes communications between Charles II and Henrietta Anne/Minette and others involved in the lead up to the (secret) Treaty of Dover:
"In the summer of 1669, important and secret negotiations were going on between Charles II of England and Louis XIV. These were being conducted through Charles’ sister Henrietta, duchesse d’Orléans, who was married to Louis’ brother, Philippe. Charles and Henrietta used valets to carry messages back and forth across the English Channel, but these valets frequently engaged other servants to carry messages on their behalf.
"Often, Charles and Henrietta did not know who these people were. Indeed, in a letter to his sister, Charles noted that he had received a letter from her through “the Italian whose name and capasity you do not know, and he delivered your letter to me in a passage where it was so darke as I do not know his face againe if I see him”.
"Eustache [THE NAME OF THE PRISONER WEARING THE VELVET MASK], of course, was not this man, since he was not Italian, but French; however, this comment illustrates the atmosphere of secrecy that surrounded communication during this sensitive period. Shortly before Eustache’s arrest, Louvois and Le Tellier, his father and predecessor at the ministry for war, were included in these negotiations.
"It is possible that Eustache had been employed by one or both of these men, or perhaps even by Henrietta herself, and that he had become privy to secret and sensitive information. This would account for Louvois’ anger towards Eustache, with the minister referring to him as a “wretch”. And the fact that Eustache was arrested near Dunkirk, one of the principal ports to England, adds more weight to this theory."
His Majesty passed through the town on Saturday, on his way from Lord Croft's house, near Bury, to Landguard Fort, but did not stay;
he dined yesterday at the Lord of Hereford's house in this town, where they had all the expressions of joy possible, ringing of bells, discharging of guns, the steeples adorned with flags and streamers, the streets strewn with herbs and flowers, and echoing with the acclamations of the people, and prayers for his Majesty's health and prosperity. The bailiffs, portmen, and commoners attended his Majesty, and presented their mace, which they immediately received again, and after dinner, attended him on horseback, with the trained bands, out of the town. It was reported that the French and Dutch fleets have quarrelled in the Straits about the honour of the flag, and that the Dutch have sunk the French Admiral, and taken some of their ships. [14 pages. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 116.]
@@@ Oct. 6 1668. Newcastle Rich. Forster to Williamson.
Alderman Ralph Jenison was yesterday elected Mayor of the town, and his son sheriff, to the great satisfaction of most. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 117.]
Oct. 6 1668. Treasury Chambers Sir George Downing to the Navy Commissioners.
The Treasury Commissioners desire a list of the ships lately come in to be paid off. and of the sums requisite for their discharge, specifying how much is for service before provision was made by the Eleven Months' Tax, how much for service during the time provided for by that Act, and how much since.
At the foot is a list of six ships, and estimates that the sums due to them are - before 1 Jan. 1667, 5,267/. 10s.; thence to 1 Jan. 1668, 10,212/. 10s.; thence to 3 Oct. 1668, 9,625/. 15s.; total, 25,105/. 15s. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 112.]
@@@ Oct. 6 1668. Woolwich Edw. Byland to Pepys.
Asks for deals for the Pearl, and timber and plank for the new ship. Proposes buying that East country plank at Deptford.
Reports the goodness of the masts lately come [sent as a present to the King from New England]. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 113.]
Encloses, Particulars of the length and diameter of the said masts, 24 in number. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 1131.]
@@@ Oct. 6 1668. Woolwich W. Hannam, master attendant at Woolwich, to the Navy Commissioners.
Wants a boatswain appointed to the Pearl, in the room of the other lying ashore sick; as she is fitting for sea, asks whether to set the masts of the frigates there, or forbear, as the winter is at hand, and they will ride with more safety. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 114.]
@@@ Oct. 6 1668. Chatham John Moore and Edw. Moorcock to Col. Thos. Middleton.
Acquainted him that it was probable there were several ordnance, anchors, and cables scattered in the river Medway, by the burning and blowing up the ships when the Dutch were here, and proposed the terms on which they could employ persons to take them up, which was to have one half to themselves, excluding whatever was on board the wrecks they should weigh, and to have the use of a wind lass lighter; if they saved nothing, the King to be at no charge, and they to expect nothing.
Request him, if he thinks it fitting, to propose it to the Board, and to give his resolutions therein. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. Î15.]
@@@ Oct. 6 1668. Bonadventure, Blackstakes Capt. John Narbrough to the Navy Commissioners.
Is in Chatham river, for want of a pilot to carry the ship up; Expected to have been supplied by the master of attendance, but the pilots are all out at present. Shall advertise his arrival at Chatham. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 108.]
@@@ Oct. 6 1668, The Greenwich, Hope Capt. Rich. Beach to the Navy Commissioners.
Being ordered for Chatham “when the merchants' concerns are out,” asks for a pilot. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 109.]
@@@ Oct. 6 1668. Thos. Goose, purser of the Sweepstakes, to the Navy Commissioners.
Wants an order for checking the sick book by his sea book, that he may have his due right, having, according to their orders, discharged all the sick that did not return aboard the day they were set ashore. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 110.]
@@@ Oct. 6 1668. Dublin. Sir George Carteret to the Navy Commissioners.
Has had the Harp frigate surveyed, and as she is unprovided for service, has ordered her to Kinsale, to be paid off and laid up, except any contrary order from them intervenes.
Judges the selling of her is not for the King's profit, because she is of so great charge for her small burden, that no merchant would offer money for her in those parts, where nothing is looked upon but the stowage.
Has acquainted Lord Anglesey with the difficulty of getting money here, and advised him what course to take to pay her off at Kinsale.
Those that surveyed found no fault with her hull, which a little repair will make good. (S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 111.) --- Sir George moved fast ... he and Lady Carteret had Charles II and Queen Catherine to dinner on Sept. 28, 1668. As Treasurer for Ireland, he has been preparing for this trip for a while. https://www.pepysdiary.com/diary/… https://www.pepysdiary.com/diary/…
Oct. 5 1668. Teddington Lord Keeper Bridgeman to (Williamson).
I received yours with the several extracts and letter for Lisle, and Seć. Trevor came hither and showed me several packets.
I read over Sir Wm. Temple's long letter and some others, and made remarks upon them, whereof Mr. Secretary took notes, and promised to write to Lord Arlington.
The advice from Lisle, concerning the wools, is of huge importance to endeavour a remedy, though late; the Attorney had order a fortnight since to report to Council how he found the laws concerning wool, and wherein defective. I know not what has been done in it, though order was given by Lord Arlington that I should have extracts of what is done at every Council.
I think that letters ought to be written from the Board to the Mayor of Canterbury, and the justices and deputy lieutenants in East Kent, and the coasts of Sussex, Essex, and Suffolk, enjoining them to search all houses where it may be supposed any wool is, to ascertain the quantities, to take the owners' answers for what uses they intend to dispose of it, and to certify with all speed to the Board;
also to inquire after those that have transported it, that proceedings may be had against them.
If you acquaint Mr. Treasurer or Mr. Secretary with this, and they like it, they will put it into a better form for the Board. Take care of the letter from Lisle, as I intend to make use of it when the Council of Trade sits. I began my letter with my own hand, but could not go through with it. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 104.]
@@@ Oct. 5 1668, R. Mayors to [the Navy Commissioners].
Has surveyed Mr. Fithy's East-country plank at Deptford, 80 loads, and judges it to be worth 3/. 10s. per load. With note that the Board offered 3/. 12s., Mr. Shish, then present, saying he would give as much, but Mr. Fithy refused it, insisting upon 3/. 15s. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 106.]
@@@ AND as Terry told us:
Oct. 5 1668. Treasury Chambers Sir George Downing to Pepys.
Do not fail to meet me at Sir Robert Long's house tomorrow, about the money employed for the Fleet, on which we should have met the week before. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 107]
If you can accommodate my friend with his desire, I crave despatch in it; if it succeeds effectually, he has 20 pieces to present you with, and some for the solicitor. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 101.]
Annexing, Note for Pierre d'Artiague of Bayonne, captain of the Golden Herring, laden with salt, wine, cloth, &c.,
to come from Bayonne to England, and return to Bayonne, on the account of John Westcombe, English Consul there. [French. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 1011.]
@@@ Oct. 5 1668. Coventry Ralph Hope to [Williamson].
I must complain of the miscarriage of my letters for 5 successive Sundays, and of the remissness of the post here. I fear some sinister practice; pray inquire into it.
I hope to see your relations on their return, and to have a more happy opportunity of waiting on them than on the last occasion. Your namesake and Mr. King send their salutes. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 103.]
@@@ Oct. 5 1668. Holyhead Lord O'Brian to [Williamson].
I came to Chester on Wednesday, and shipped my goods on Thursday, resolving to put out the next tide; but the wind came about to the southwest so violently, with most terrible storms of rain, that despairing of a passage, I came to Holyhead through the most heathenish country ever any man travelled.
The packet is expected tomorrow from London, and I shall then put out with it for Dublin.
I hope my lady and my wife with the children got safe to you, and will spend a happy winter. [2 pages. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 98.]
@@@ Oct. 5 1668. Pendennis Fras. Bellott to Williamson.
Arrival and departure of ships. Thirty sail are waiting a fair wind. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 100.]
@@@ Oct. 4 1668. Deal Rich. Watts to (Williamson).
Twenty sail of ships have come down outward bound.
I gave the 2 packets to Mr. Callender, bound for Lisbon, and have 2 witnesses to the delivery, but no note would be given, the master not being on board. (S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 97.]
The Hope of Weymouth, arrived from St. Malo, reports that a great earthquake happened there the night before she sailed; also that there has been a great mortality amongst the inhabitants, 1,600 young persons and others having died of the smallpox, &c., within a few months;
also that the English trade is made very bad, there being no vent for our drapery, through the great import of wool from Ireland.
A Galway vessel had lately a great quantity on board, and pretended it was for Londen, but landed it at St. Malo. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 91.]
@@@ Oct. 3 1668. Yarmouth Rich. Bower to Williamson.
A vessel from the East country ran upon the sands, called the Middle grounds, near Winterton, and was lost, but several of her goods, as tar, iron, and deals, have been brought ashore, and the men were all saved.
John Woodroff and Thomas Dunn, both Yarmouth men, are the new bailiffs.
The fishing is mean as yet, but if the weather proves good, they hope to have plenty, now the tides are lifted. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 92.]
@@@ Oct. 3 1668. Weymouth John Pocock to Hickes.
On the 2nd a Dieppe ship was cast away at Portland; she was bound for Rochelle for salt; the men were all saved. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 93.]
@@@ Oct. 3 1668. Col. Walter Slingsby and 4 other [trustees of the Plate lottery] to Williamson.
Ask him to insert the enclosed in the Gazette, and to continue it for a month, or longer. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 94.]
@@@ Oct. 3 1668. Lord Mordaunt to Williamson.
I would have waited on Lord Arlington for his pass and warrant, but was forced into Surrey on account of the militia.
Pray put his lordship in mind of them, and that by Monday I may secure them, and his commands for France.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 95.]
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I find that putting off the Parliament has filled men's minds with suspicions that they are going to be governed in an arbitrary way, and that an army is to be raised; but these are fancies of their own making.
I told Mr. Norris that the way to get an ensigncy in the Guards was by money, and he assured me it could be found, but “wanted a man of honour to make the business with the Colonel”; if that may be done by your favour, Mr. Norris may be advanced as he desires.
I am to be addressed at Hereford. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 88.]
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A French lord and his lady, with some 5 Frenchmen, arrived at Dover from Calais. The Frenchmen quarselling, about half seas over, had nearly sunk the vessel.
On arriving, they ran upon the rocks to the south of the pier-head, where the vessel broke in pieces, and the lady, to escape, leaped overboard to the shore, but slipped from the rock. Her lord offered a crown for one to fetch her, but none would undertake the work without 6, so the lord paid it, and one brought her out almost dead.
Great search is making for a trunk lost worth 300/., as also for other things of value.
The ship that brought over Lord Sandwich has arrived in the Downs. The wind is high.
With postscript, 3 Oct. There are 22 sail of outward-bound ships come into the Downs; I will take special care of your Lisbon packet. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 89.]
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About Saturday 10 October 1668
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Oct. 10 1668.
Portsmouth
Capt. Ant. Deane to the Navy Commissioners.
Is in hand with the Milford;
she will be ready on Monday to take in provisions, if the commander comes down.
The 16 calkers promised are not come; desires their despatch,
also orders as to the work to be performed in calking, repairs, etc., on the fleet here, to keep the ships from rotting.
Wants a supply of broom, deals, and wainscot.
[2 pages. [S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 148.]
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Oct. 10 1668.
The Edgar, King Road, Bristol.
Capt. John Wettwang to the Navy Commissioners.
Has bought most of the small things for the carpenter's stores,
and the rest are making; the value will amount to 40/.,
which they may order of Sir John Knight, of whom he has received 4 anchors and 6 guns.
Hopes to be ready for the first fair wind; is only waiting for a little ballast.
Has 216 men on board.
[S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 144.]
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Oct. 10 1668.
Audley Inn
M. Wren to Pepys.
His Royal Highness having given me leave to stay two or three days at Ipswich
with my relations, I only returned to Court last night.
I will reply to the Commissioners' letters on returning to town.
The Duke has commanded me to send you orders to Capt. Shepherd to bring back Sir T. Bond, who has gone today to Calais with little Mr. Hyde;
I hope this will come time enough to keep him there, and prevent the necessity of sending another yacht for him.
I fear the Dartmouth has not yet left the Downs and gone on her voyage;
I beseech you to quicken her, as it is of great importance to the security of the Canary trade that she does not lose a minute's time;
I hope she is gunned and manned as in time of war.
With note that this came after the Monmouth yacht was gone.
[S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 145.]
Enclosing,
M. Wren to Capt. Shepherd, commander of the Duke of York's yacht, the Anne.
You are to stay at Calais for Sir Thos. Bond, who intends to be there on the 16th,
and to bring him, with what he shall put on board, to England. –
Audley Inn
Oct. 10, 1608.
[S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 1451.]
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Oct. 10 1668.
Harwich
Capt. Silas Taylor to Pepys.
The hulk must be calked if she stays here the winter, and have new cables.
Has only three labourers, except those hired by days on emergency.
The muster boat and many things, both in yard and housing, are so much out of repair, that they will be damaged this winter;
the wharfings need filling with earth, the windows glazing, and the wall and
chimneys repairing, &c.
[S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 146.]
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Oct. 10 1668.
Harwich
Certificate
by Wm. Garrard, mayor, John Hunter, justice, and two aldermen of Harwich,
that according to the order of Aubrey, Earl of Oxon,
at the foot of the petition of Wm. Shymous and Rich. Harris, sent to his Majesty when at Harwich,
they have caused the two prisoners to be whipped in the public market-place, and discharged them,
and that the junk stolen is returned into the stores.
[S.P. Dom., Cur. II. 247, No. 147. See p. 9, supru.]
About Friday 9 October 1668
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Oct. 9 1669.
Navy Office
T. Hayter to Mr. Reynolds.
Pray certify the names of the surgeons put in bills for the Eagle and Roe ketches.
With note by R . Reynolds:
Thos. Stanford removing to the Newcastle at sea,
Thos. Robson's name was put into the bill, but he not at tending,
and John Hoybin coming into the ship, he and Mr. Selby for him received the free gift and imprest;
also that Rob. Stylots, of the Roe ketch, is to receive the money on the bills of
29 November, 1666.
[S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 140.]
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Oct. 9 1668.
Certificate by J. Wren,
that Nich. Hill, commander of the Spy sloop, has cleared his victualling account,
from 31 May to 20 July 1668,
and was allowed no extra necessary money thereon.
[S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 141.]
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Oct. 9. 1668
The Harp, Dublin
Capt. Robert Hooper to the Navy Commissioners.
By Sir G. Carteret's order, has had the ship surveyed;
she is found weak and worse than he took her to be;
supposes the survey has come to their hands.
Received their orders to sail to Kinsale, and lay the ship up there, but she is not in a condition to go without repair, and her victuals are expended.
The purser has supplied provisions hitherto, for which he is not yet satisfied, and thereby they are now obstructed.
With note that the book was sent to Lord Brouncker's office the 31st.
[S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 142.]
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Oct. 9 1668.
Audley Inn
Lord Arlington to Williamson.
Arrival and despatch of letters.
I wonder anybody should imagine there needed the formality of entering Secretary Trevor into all the Committees of the Council where Secretary Morice sat, as secretaries have always sat ex officio;
notwithstanding, I moved his Majesty, who laughed at me for the doubt.
The Lord Chamberlain has arrived; I will speak to him concerning their Majesties' going to Cambridge, but they have both promised that the University shall have six days' warning at least, for the preparation of their speeches.
I have written to the Lord General, by his Majesty's command, concerning the disposal of the men come from Portugal.
The French Ambassadress must have been misinformed, else she could not possibly have taken ill her Majesty's refusal to see her.
Let the Prince of Ligny's papers be looked out, that I may see whether it will be fit for his Majesty to move anything in it, or what kind of answer to make to the Prince.
[S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 134.]
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Oct. 9 1668.
Chapter House, Chester
Hen. Bridgeman, dean, and the chapter to the King.
Signify their election of Dr. John Wilkins as bishop.
(Latin, parchment. [S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 135.]
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Oct. 9 1668.
Licence
to John, Viscount Mordaunt, to travel beyond seas for the benefit of his health.
Minute. [S.P. Dom., Entry Book 30, f. 85.]
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Oct. 9. 1668
Bonadventure, Ockamness, Chatham
Capt. John Narbrough to Sam. Pepys.
Is waiting for a fair wind, the pilot being unwilling to remove without it.
The guns are nearly out, but vessels are here wanting for that business.
Desires them to give 120 tickets to his purser, Thos. Smith, who has written that they require the captain's hand for them.
[S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 137.]
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Oct. 9 1668.
[Navy] Treasurer’s Office
R. Waith to the Navy Commissioners.
Received their commands by a woman, with a list of 8 persons' names; she was busy inquiring whether their tickets were paid or not;
his books not being made up, could not answer her till today.
Needed not so sharp a provocation to despatch, as of all people busied with tickets, no one is less subject to indulge corrupt interests than himself.
Gives a list of tickets of 8 seamen, with the amount due to each, &c.
[S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 138.]
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Oct. 9 1668.
Return by Benj. Boate of 6 calkers who were pressed for the yard at Portsmouth, but have not appeared at the carrier's who was to be at Portsmouth yard on the 15th.
[S.P. Dom., Car.II. 247, No. 139.]
About Friday 9 October 1668
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Oct. 9 1668.
Letter Office, London
James Hickes to Rob. Francis.
Thanks for the book sent by Charles (Perrot).
Encloses 20s. from Hen. Barnard for half a year's intelligence.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 132.]
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Oct. 9 1668.
Yarmouth
Rich. Bower to Williamson.
A letter from Secretary Morice was read in the assembly of Aldermen and Common Council, intimating that his Majesty took notice that several persons were taken into offices without taking the prescribed oaths, and warning them to take care for the future, as this, if neglected, would create great mischief.
There have already crept into the Common Council some who frequently keep the greatest conventicles in the town.
Since Mr. Bridge's coming, the Independent faction is grown so high that the Minister will be forced to lay aside the performing of his duty in the burial of the dead, their rudeness being such that they not only jeer and laugh at him, but make a noise, that he may not be heard;
some have been so impudent as to lay their hands on his book.
Others, more modest, have buried their dead by stealth.
The prayers and the thanksgiving for his Majesty's restoration was torn out of the Common Prayer as it lay in the church.
Their ringleader, Mr. Bridge, is grown so high that he threatens his members with excommunication if they go to hear our ministers.
He has seduced several of late, and made them members of his congregation, and takes upon himself to baptize their children.
Were our ministers, as I fear too many others are, of an evil life and conversation, or anyways turbulent, they might pretend some colour for their madness;
but as the ministers have applause for their sober carriage, courteous behaviour, and sound doctrine, the grief and trouble must be at the ordinance.
If some care is not taken to stop their madness, it may be divined what will ensue.
A gentleman has been sent down by the King to take a survey of the town which has bred the belief that his Majesty will be soon here.
Great quantities of herrings have been brought in lately.
[14 pages. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 133.]
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Mr. Bridge was a local minister (1600 - 1670) who preached against King Charles I. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wil…
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According to wiki, Charles Ii had plans for Yarmouth:
In 1668 Charles II incorporated Little Yarmouth into the borough by a charter with one brief exception remaining in force until 1703, when Queen Anne replaced the two bailiffs by a mayor.
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About Thursday 8 October 1668
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Oct. 8 1668.
Ann Harper to the Navy Commissioners.
Desires they will move his Royal Highness that her husband may resign the appointment of storekeeper at Chatham in favour of his eldest son, whom he has brought up under him.
His health was much impaired by being at the water early and late during the war, and he has received small encouragement, as his salary for the last two years has not been paid.
S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 125.]
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Oct. 8 1668.
Jas. Hayes, Secretary to Prince Rupert, to the Navy Commissioners.
Asks for an order to the master attendant at Deptford to receive the Eaglet ketch, lent to the Prince, Duke of Albemarle, and others, for an expedition to Hudson's Bay, which has been abandoned through the violence of the weather.
S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 126.]
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Since Stephane has given such a good summary of Charles II’s visit to Harwich today, I’ve posted the original letter under “Harwich” in the Encyclopedia.
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Oct. 8 1668.
Sir Phil. Musgrave to [Williamson].
I have seen your letter to my son Christopher.
Thank you for your advice not to have my business with Mr. Aglionby heard at the Council table, till his Majesty is present.
I have written to Lord Arlington; pray second me in it.
I hope to make it appear, notwithstanding all the aspersions cast upon me, that I am as honest as I have been accounted.
S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 130.]
Annexing,
Sir P. Musgrave to Lord Arlington.
Upon my petition to Council against Mr. Aglionby,
for a scandalous order procured by him from the Corporation of Carlisle against the garrison, Aglionby was ordered to appear before Council on the 21st instant.
Hearing that his Majesty is not likely to be then in town, I request that the hearing may be respited until his return.
His Majesty should hear any objection against a person whom he has thought worthy of trust.
If any crime can be proved against me, let it be as publicly known as is possible.
I shall not be there myself, as I would not leave my duty upon private concernment; but my son Christopher will come, prepared to vindicate my reputation.
If his Majesty grants my request, pray certify the same to the Lord Keeper or some other of the Privy Council in London.
[Copy] Oct. 8, 1668.
S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 1301.]
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Oct. 8 1668.
Portsmouth
Hugh Salesbury to Williamson.
The ship built by the Dutch knight will be launched the end of the month;
the Milford is here, to be fitted for sea for the winter guard.
S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 131.]
About Harwich, Essex
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He landed alone the next day, Sunday, at 6 o'clock, and was waited upon by Sir Charles Littleton and Sir Bernard de Gomme;
he went on foot out of the town, viewing all the places in relation to fortifications, and examining some drafts offered by Sir Bernard, which he rectified in the field at 2 or 3 stations, with his own hand, by a black lead pen and ruler.
After a 5 miles' walk over high stiles and ploughgrounds, his Royal Highness found him out, and after some discourse and pacing the ground, returned.
The King then went to “his house” (as he called it 5 or 6 times that morning), and drank some chocolate, but his Royal Highness and others drank Canary,
and then to church, as well attended and accommodated as the little town could; his chaplain, Dr. Tully, preached.
He returned to his house to dinner, the King and his Royal Highness dining in the great parlour, the Dukes of Monmouth and Buckinghain in the Duke's lodging chamber, the other nobles dining in the little parlour, and the waiters in the hall.
After dinner the Earl of Oxford presented a petition from the two prisoners that had stolen junk from the hulk.
The King pardoued them as to their lives, but ordered them a sound whipping and to be released.
I was busy just then in the yard with Mr. Wren, but the King sent for me, and declared his royal pleasure to me.
The King and most of the lords sailed that evening to Aldborough,
and the next day rode by land thence to Ipswich, dined with Viscount Hereford, and returned in the afternoon to Audley End.
[2 pages. S.P. Dom., Car. 11. 247, No. 127.]
About Harwich, Essex
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Charles II, the High Admiral the Duke of York, military engineer Sir Bernard de Gomme, and many courtiers and servants visited Harwich and Languard Fort on October 8, 1668. Capt. Silas Taylor sent this report to Pepys the next day:
The volume of Domestic State Papers covering correspondence from Oct. 1668 to Dec. 1669 is at
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Oct. 8 1668.
Harwich
Capt. Silas Taylor to Pepys.
The King arrived here on Saturday the 3rd instant at 3 p.m., from Landguard Fort, attended by the Henrietta and Anne yachts with his kitchen.
Not having any boat or barge fit to receive him, I made a stage to run into the water, upon which he landed, and give me his hand to kiss.
The Duke of York was with him;
he was attended by the Dukes of Monmouth, Buckingham, and Richmond, Earl of Oxford, Lord Cornwallis, Marquis of Blanquefort, &c.;
he was received by Sir Charles Littleton and two companies of his Royal Highness's regiment quartered here;
then by the Mayor and Aldermen, who presented their maces and keys, which he touched and thanked them.
I was then called to show him the yard, to which he first went, and asked whether the Resolution and Rupert were built at that launch, and, together with the Duke, praised it for a good launch;
he viewed the yard, cranes, and situation, and went up the works, and circuiting the greatest part of the town, returned to my house.
He asked to whom the house belonged; I said it was his Majesty's:
he then asked if the storehouses in the backyard be longed to it, and what was in them;
I told him they were for naval stores;
he asked what the house cost; I told him 300/., also how big it was, and upon being told it had 4 rooms on a floor, he replied it was a cheap pennyworth, and the Duke entering the parlour, the King said, “Brother, this house is my house, and it is a pretty one.”
He refused to drink, because it was supper time, and took boat at the stairs near, and was rowed on board the Henrietta while it was light, and came not ashore that night, but sent the Duke of Monmouth to lodge at my house;
also cooks and others to make ready his dinner against the morrow.
About Wednesday 7 October 1668
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Oct. 7 1668.
Milford
Jo. Powell to Hickes.
A ship has arrived for Bristol, laden with tallow and hides;
also one with sugar and cotton from the Barbados, bound for London.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 118.]
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Oct. 7 1668.
Lyme
Anth. Thorold to Hickes.
The Windsor of Lyme has arrived from Morlaix, and reports that the sickness still keeps in Rouen, and that 30 or 40 die weekly, but that it has not spread much further in the country;
the inhabitants keep up a good correspondence with the English, and hope their Ambassador will draw them to a nearer union.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 122.]
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Oct. 17.] 1668
Wettmere
J. Aldrich to his uncle, Rob. Francis.
We apologize for brevity. Having this morning heard the nothingness of a long-winded Presbyterian, it has put us quite out of conceit of long sentences, so I have only to beg you to convey a letter enclosed, and to acquaint my father that we defer writing, having no business.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 123.]
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Oct. 7 1668.
Bury
[Lord Arlington] to Williamson.
I have just come hither.
I could not speak to the King at Saxham, nor until today, by reason of the uncertainity of his motions;
I shall wait upon him early tomorrow, and receive his pleasure upon all the letters sent, and afterwards follow him to Audley End, where he means to sleep tomorrow night.
I have written a large letter to Sir J. Trevor in answer to his.
I send some papers.
P.S. 8 Oct. I have got the King to sign the enclosed papers, but have not time to answer Lord Ashley, who has his Majesty's leave to go into the country.
[1] pages. [S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 124.]
About Thursday 8 October 1668
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Good solution, James. They often used pontoon boats to make temporary bridges ... a version of that would be quicker and cheaper to make, and could be dismantled easily afterwards. Instead of anchoring it physically to both shores, one end would literally use anchors.
About Saturday 14 March 1667/68
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Gerald Berg and anyone else interested in theories about who the man in the velvet mask was, this one's for you.
Even if you're not into this speculation, this excerpt from the article gives us an idea of the behind-the-scenes communications between Charles II and Henrietta Anne/Minette and others involved in the lead up to the (secret) Treaty of Dover:
"In the summer of 1669, important and secret negotiations were going on between Charles II of England and Louis XIV. These were being conducted through Charles’ sister Henrietta, duchesse d’Orléans, who was married to Louis’ brother, Philippe. Charles and Henrietta used valets to carry messages back and forth across the English Channel, but these valets frequently engaged other servants to carry messages on their behalf.
"Often, Charles and Henrietta did not know who these people were. Indeed, in a letter to his sister, Charles noted that he had received a letter from her through “the Italian whose name and capasity you do not know, and he delivered your letter to me in a passage where it was so darke as I do not know his face againe if I see him”.
"Eustache [THE NAME OF THE PRISONER WEARING THE VELVET MASK], of course, was not this man, since he was not Italian, but French; however, this comment illustrates the atmosphere of secrecy that surrounded communication during this sensitive period. Shortly before Eustache’s arrest, Louvois and Le Tellier, his father and predecessor at the ministry for war, were included in these negotiations.
"It is possible that Eustache had been employed by one or both of these men, or perhaps even by Henrietta herself, and that he had become privy to secret and sensitive information. This would account for Louvois’ anger towards Eustache, with the minister referring to him as a “wretch”. And the fact that Eustache was arrested near Dunkirk, one of the principal ports to England, adds more weight to this theory."
https://www.historyextra.com/peri…
About Tuesday 6 October 1668
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Oct. 6 1668.
Ipswich
Ch. Ludkin to Williamson.
His Majesty passed through the town on Saturday, on his way from Lord Croft's house, near Bury, to Landguard Fort, but did not stay;
he dined yesterday at the Lord of Hereford's house in this town, where they had all the expressions of joy possible, ringing of bells, discharging of guns, the steeples adorned with flags and streamers, the streets strewn with herbs and flowers, and echoing with the acclamations of the people, and prayers for his Majesty's health and prosperity.
The bailiffs, portmen, and commoners attended his Majesty, and presented their mace, which they immediately received again, and after dinner, attended him on horseback, with the trained bands, out of the town.
It was reported that the French and Dutch fleets have quarrelled in the Straits about the honour of the flag, and that the Dutch have sunk the French Admiral, and taken some of their ships.
[14 pages. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 116.]
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Oct. 6 1668.
Newcastle
Rich. Forster to Williamson.
Alderman Ralph Jenison was yesterday elected Mayor of the town,
and his son sheriff, to the great satisfaction of most.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 117.]
About Tuesday 6 October 1668
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Oct. 6 1668.
Treasury Chambers
Sir George Downing to the Navy Commissioners.
The Treasury Commissioners desire a list of the ships lately come in to be paid off. and of the sums requisite for their discharge,
specifying how much is for service before provision was made by the Eleven Months' Tax,
how much for service during the time provided for by that Act,
and how much since.
At the foot is a list of six ships, and estimates that the sums due to them are - before 1 Jan. 1667, 5,267/. 10s.;
thence to 1 Jan. 1668, 10,212/. 10s.;
thence to 3 Oct. 1668, 9,625/. 15s.;
total, 25,105/. 15s.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 112.]
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Oct. 6 1668.
Woolwich
Edw. Byland to Pepys.
Asks for deals for the Pearl, and timber and plank for the new ship.
Proposes buying that East country plank at Deptford.
Reports the goodness of the masts lately come [sent as a present to the King from New England].
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 113.]
Encloses,
Particulars of the length and diameter of the said masts, 24 in number.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 1131.]
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Oct. 6 1668.
Woolwich
W. Hannam, master attendant at Woolwich, to the Navy Commissioners.
Wants a boatswain appointed to the Pearl, in the room of the other lying ashore sick;
as she is fitting for sea, asks whether to set the masts of the frigates there, or forbear, as the winter is at hand, and they will ride with more safety.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 114.]
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Oct. 6 1668.
Chatham
John Moore and Edw. Moorcock to Col. Thos. Middleton.
Acquainted him that it was probable there were several ordnance, anchors,
and cables scattered in the river Medway, by the burning and blowing up the ships when the Dutch were here,
and proposed the terms on which they could employ persons to take them up,
which was to have one half to themselves, excluding whatever was on board the wrecks they should weigh, and to have the use of a wind lass lighter;
if they saved nothing, the King to be at no charge, and they to expect nothing.
Request him, if he thinks it fitting, to propose it to the Board,
and to give his resolutions therein.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. Î15.]
About Tuesday 6 October 1668
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Oct. 6 1668.
Bonadventure, Blackstakes
Capt. John Narbrough to the Navy Commissioners.
Is in Chatham river, for want of a pilot to carry the ship up;
Expected to have been supplied by the master of attendance, but the pilots are all out at present.
Shall advertise his arrival at Chatham.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 108.]
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Oct. 6 1668,
The Greenwich, Hope
Capt. Rich. Beach to the Navy Commissioners.
Being ordered for Chatham “when the merchants' concerns are out,” asks for a pilot.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 109.]
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Oct. 6 1668.
Thos. Goose, purser of the Sweepstakes, to the Navy Commissioners.
Wants an order for checking the sick book by his sea book, that he may have his due right, having, according to their orders, discharged all the sick that did not return aboard the day they were set ashore.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 110.]
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Oct. 6 1668.
Dublin.
Sir George Carteret to the Navy Commissioners.
Has had the Harp frigate surveyed, and as she is unprovided for service,
has ordered her to Kinsale, to be paid off and laid up,
except any contrary order from them intervenes.
Judges the selling of her is not for the King's profit,
because she is of so great charge for her small burden,
that no merchant would offer money for her in those parts,
where nothing is looked upon but the stowage.
Has acquainted Lord Anglesey with the difficulty of getting money here, and advised him what course to take to pay her off at Kinsale.
Those that surveyed found no fault with her hull, which a little repair will make good.
(S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 111.)
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Sir George moved fast ... he and Lady Carteret had Charles II and Queen Catherine to dinner on Sept. 28, 1668.
As Treasurer for Ireland, he has been preparing for this trip for a while.
https://www.pepysdiary.com/diary/…
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About Monday 5 October 1668
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Oct. 5 1668.
Teddington
Lord Keeper Bridgeman to (Williamson).
I received yours with the several extracts and letter for Lisle,
and Seć. Trevor came hither and showed me several packets.
I read over Sir Wm. Temple's long letter and some others, and made remarks upon them, whereof Mr. Secretary took notes, and promised to write to Lord Arlington.
The advice from Lisle, concerning the wools, is of huge importance to endeavour a remedy, though late;
the Attorney had order a fortnight since to report to Council how he found the laws concerning wool, and wherein defective.
I know not what has been done in it, though order was given by Lord Arlington that I should have extracts of what is done at every Council.
I think that letters ought to be written from the Board to the Mayor of Canterbury, and the justices and deputy lieutenants in East Kent, and the coasts of Sussex, Essex, and Suffolk, enjoining them to search all houses where it may be supposed any wool is, to ascertain the quantities, to take the owners' answers for what uses they intend to dispose of it, and to certify with all speed to the Board;
also to inquire after those that have transported it, that proceedings may be had against them.
If you acquaint Mr. Treasurer or Mr. Secretary with this, and they like it, they will put it into a better form for the Board.
Take care of the letter from Lisle, as I intend to make use of it when the Council of Trade sits.
I began my letter with my own hand, but could not go through with it.
S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 104.]
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Oct. 5 1668,
R. Mayors to [the Navy Commissioners].
Has surveyed Mr. Fithy's East-country plank at Deptford, 80 loads, and judges it to be worth 3/. 10s. per load.
With note that the Board offered 3/. 12s., Mr. Shish, then present, saying he would give as much, but Mr. Fithy refused it, insisting upon 3/. 15s.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 106.]
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AND as Terry told us:
Oct. 5 1668.
Treasury Chambers
Sir George Downing to Pepys.
Do not fail to meet me at Sir Robert Long's house tomorrow, about the money employed for the Fleet, on which we should have met the week before.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 107]
About Monday 5 October 1668
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Oct. 5 1668.
London
Thos. Gardiner to Williamson.
If you can accommodate my friend with his desire, I crave despatch in it;
if it succeeds effectually, he has 20 pieces to present you with, and some for the solicitor.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 101.]
Annexing,
Note for Pierre d'Artiague of Bayonne, captain of the Golden Herring,
laden with salt, wine, cloth, &c.,
to come from Bayonne to England, and return to Bayonne, on the account of John Westcombe, English Consul there.
[French. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 1011.]
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Oct. 5 1668.
Coventry
Ralph Hope to [Williamson].
I must complain of the miscarriage of my letters for 5 successive Sundays,
and of the remissness of the post here.
I fear some sinister practice; pray inquire into it.
I hope to see your relations on their return,
and to have a more happy opportunity of waiting on them than on the last occasion.
Your namesake and Mr. King send their salutes.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 103.]
About Monday 5 October 1668
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Oct. 5 1668.
Holyhead
Lord O'Brian to [Williamson].
I came to Chester on Wednesday, and shipped my goods on Thursday, resolving to put out the next tide;
but the wind came about to the southwest so violently, with most terrible storms of rain, that despairing of a passage, I came to Holyhead through the most heathenish country ever any man travelled.
The packet is expected tomorrow from London, and I shall then put out with it for Dublin.
I hope my lady and my wife with the children got safe to you, and will spend a happy winter.
[2 pages. S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 98.]
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Oct. 5 1668.
Pendennis
Fras. Bellott to Williamson.
Arrival and departure of ships.
Thirty sail are waiting a fair wind.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 100.]
About Sunday 4 October 1668
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Oct. 4 1668.
Deal
Rich. Watts to (Williamson).
Twenty sail of ships have come down outward bound.
I gave the 2 packets to Mr. Callender, bound for Lisbon,
and have 2 witnesses to the delivery, but no note would be given,
the master not being on board.
(S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 97.]
About Saturday 3 October 1668
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Oct. 3 1668.
Lyme
Ant. Thorold to Hickes.
The Hope of Weymouth, arrived from St. Malo, reports that a great earthquake happened there the night before she sailed;
also that there has been a great mortality amongst the inhabitants, 1,600 young persons and others having died of the smallpox, &c., within a few months;
also that the English trade is made very bad, there being no vent for our drapery, through the great import of wool from Ireland.
A Galway vessel had lately a great quantity on board, and pretended it was for Londen, but landed it at St. Malo.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 91.]
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Oct. 3 1668.
Yarmouth
Rich. Bower to Williamson.
A vessel from the East country ran upon the sands, called the Middle grounds, near Winterton, and was lost, but several of her goods, as tar, iron, and deals, have been brought ashore, and the men were all saved.
John Woodroff and Thomas Dunn, both Yarmouth men, are the new bailiffs.
The fishing is mean as yet, but if the weather proves good, they hope to have plenty, now the tides are lifted.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 92.]
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Oct. 3 1668.
Weymouth
John Pocock to Hickes.
On the 2nd a Dieppe ship was cast away at Portland;
she was bound for Rochelle for salt; the men were all saved.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 93.]
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Oct. 3 1668.
Col. Walter Slingsby and 4 other [trustees of the Plate lottery] to Williamson.
Ask him to insert the enclosed in the Gazette, and to continue it for a month, or longer.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 94.]
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Oct. 3 1668.
Lord Mordaunt to Williamson.
I would have waited on Lord Arlington for his pass and warrant, but was forced into Surrey on account of the militia.
Pray put his lordship in mind of them, and that by Monday I may secure them, and his commands for France.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 95.]
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and of course there is the appeal from Capt. Silas Taylor, so deliciously illuminated by Stephane above.
About Friday 2 October 1668
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Oct. 2 1668.
Fras. Rogers to Williamson.
I find that putting off the Parliament has filled men's minds with suspicions that they are going to be governed in an arbitrary way, and that an army is to be raised; but these are fancies of their own making.
I told Mr. Norris that the way to get an ensigncy in the Guards was by money, and he assured me it could be found, but “wanted a man of honour to make the business with the Colonel”;
if that may be done by your favour, Mr. Norris may be advanced as he desires.
I am to be addressed at Hereford.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 88.]
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Oct. 2 1668.
Deal
Rich. Watts to [Williamson].
A French lord and his lady, with some 5 Frenchmen, arrived at Dover from Calais.
The Frenchmen quarselling, about half seas over, had nearly sunk the vessel.
On arriving, they ran upon the rocks to the south of the pier-head, where the vessel broke in pieces, and the lady, to escape, leaped overboard to the shore, but slipped from the rock.
Her lord offered a crown for one to fetch her, but none would undertake the work without 6, so the lord paid it, and one brought her out almost dead.
Great search is making for a trunk lost worth 300/., as also for other things of value.
The ship that brought over Lord Sandwich has arrived in the Downs.
The wind is high.
With postscript,
3 Oct.
There are 22 sail of outward-bound ships come into the Downs;
I will take special care of your Lisbon packet.
[S.P. Dom., Car. II. 247, No. 89.]