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Encloses copies of letters received that morning, and a letter from his master [John Wynn], saying that he has received the original letters for Merionethshire and has heard that the Caernarfonshire letters are coming, of which he wished William Lloide go to inform Richard Vaughan and William Mores. Since speed is required of the commissioners, in this service, John Wynn thought that William Lloide, in his master's name, should join with William Mores and Richard Vaughan, as they did the last time, to arrange to rate and levy a sum of money in the county. But William Lloide did not know how many men are to be levied from the county, and has sent a messenger to John Wynn to find out; upon receipt of the answer, will come to Richard Vaughan and William Mores to do as requested. Meanwhile sends by his cousin Thomas Hughes, the bearer, copies of the Merionethshire letters so that Richard Vaughan and William Mores know of the service and may have men pressed in churches tomorrow, if they wish. Thus they and their men from the upper end may meet at Caernarvon a week to-day with John Wynn and the justices of the lower end and the men may be mustered together and sent, and the indentures made. If Richard Vaughan and William Mores have already received the Caernarfonshire letters, they, of the upper end, may send John Wynn copies and meet, agree on a sum of money and have it levied. John Wynn and the justices of the lower end, on receipt of Richard Vaughan and William Mores's letters or copies thereof, may likewise meet and settle on a suitable sum for equipping their half of the men. Is commanded by John Wynn's letters to have men pressed in the commotes of Isgwyrfai and [Arllechwedd] Uchaf, and means to go to arrange with the constables for the performance thereof. Intends to return tomorrow night; by then is sure to have heard from John Wynn. Would also like to hear of Richard Vaughan and William Mores's decision and asks them to let him know so that he can inform his master whether either of them has received the original letters. The time is too short for them and John Wynn to wait to hear from each other. Richard Vaughan and William Mores, upon receipt of the letters, should put them into execution. Postscript: An estimate of the costs 'to sett out' 25 men for the service, made by William Lloide:. Money to be sent to the Exchequer to equip the men, at a. Rate of £3.10.0 a man. £87.10.0. Press money and 'the waste thereof'. 20S. Conduct money at the rate the last men had, for. 6 Days' march. £5. Conductor's fee. £10. Taking the money to London. £10. Extraordinary charges and waste in the collecting and. 20S. to make up the defect of the last and for the. Indenture and discharge at Chester. £16.10.0. Total. £130. If fifty men go from the county, the sum should be doubled. Has sent a similar estimate to his master, whose opinion William Mores shall hear and who would be glad to know William Mores's.

Forty soldiers were levied and equipped by Caernarfonshire last July for service in Ireland. The county paid for their coats and conduct money, amounting to £12 at the usual rates, and also paid £18 for the coats and conduct of 70 men levied in the county last Oct. at the same rate for similar service. They request satisfaction for both sums, amounting to £30. Request Thomas Sackville, who is authorised by the privy seal of 23 April 1601 to pay from the Exchequer such sums due for the Queen's service, to see the first sum of £12 paid to the bearer, William Maurice, late deputy lieutenant of the county, and also the sum of £18 by virtue of the Queen's privy seal of 6 Oct. These letters shall be his warrant. Endorsed: Notes in the hand of William Maurice of the coat and conduct money disbursed by the deputy lieutenants of Caernarfonshire for the Queen's service in Ireland in Jan., May and Aug. 'last', for which they request satisfaction.

Command upon receipt of letters by the Council in the Marches from the Privy Council, to attend the Council in the Marches on 23 March, bringing a note of all sums of money levied, gathered or received in the county for coats and conduct money since 1 June 1598. The recipients should be informed what sums of money have been received by them or their assigns within the same time for coats and conduct money from the Treasury or any person appointed to pay it at the ports. They must declare to what uses any money received has been put, and, having appeared, should not depart without permission, on pain of their allegiance. Let the recipients inform others whom it concerns of the contents of these letters. Endorsed [by R[ichard] Lewkenor]: The bailiffs of Conwy are commanded to send these letters in haste to John Wynn of Gwydir, sheriff of Merionethshire. Endorsed further [by John Wynn]: Received 11 March and delivered to William ap Ed', [?constable], to be sent.

Has been chosen by his lordship to be Marshal of North Wales and receiver of 'his lordship's tenthes' there and has appointed a deputy. Hopes William Maurice will be the deputy's friend 'in all honest causes' and not allow him to be 'over pressed' or wronged. His lordship commanded Owen Wynn by word of mouth and by his patent to look into all things that arrive there, take them into custody and sell them, always making account to his lordship for his part and delivering to William Maurice his due. It is Owen Wynn's place and no-one else's to seize anything that arrives and inform William Maurice. Hears that Rytherch ap Richard 'is verie busie in manye thinges' that do not concern him; is surprised that William Maurice lets him be so forward if he meddles with anything belonging to Owen Wynn's place. If it is true, will make him repent. Would like William Maurice to back the deputy - it will not be out of William Maurice's way. The deputy shall not be wronged if Owen Wynn can help it; will try all his friends in England before that should happen, while the deputy behaves like an honest man. If the deputy abuses anyone, Owen Wynn will willingly have him punished. Requests William Maurice to show himself the deputy's friend for Owen Wynn's sake as William Maurice's kinsman. Postscript: Hears that Rytherch seized a wreck and is very surprised that William Maurice allows this. Wishes to know if it is true, for Rytherch has nothing to do with such things. Request to see it put right; awaits William Maurice's answer 'by the fyrst that cometh to London'.

Is glad to hear of William Maurice's health and 'increase of creditt'; may the first continue and the other augment. Since a messenger was coming to William Maurice from Brynkir, William Beake writes to say that Mr William Thomas, Mrs Gaynor and their family are well, as are all William Maurice's friends. In view of William Maurice's long stay in London, since he may have some leisure, reminds him of his commission for the admiralty, not only to suppress Rutherch ap Richard's commission but also to obtain a new one for whomsoever he thinks fit; also to sue forth the registrar's commission to Mr Edward Gruffith late feodary. If William Maurice is willing since Edward Gruffith is old and not always able to travel, let him join William Beake with him 'et eorum atteri'. Unless William Maurice speaks to Gwynne, the Admiral's men, who has deputed Richard ap Robert Wynne and Kadwalader, and take order with him either for the office for friends of William Maurice, or for his letter to them, William Maurice to show them and Gwynne to inform them that they are not to cross William Maurice, it will be of little avail. Nothing has happened yet which might be profitable, but might do so suddenly. He is the son of Robert Wynne of Holyhead, William Maurice's kinsman. William Thomas was at the Council with the Lord President, who received him honourably. Endorsed: Notes in the hand of William Maurice.

William Maurice has forgotten Maurice Gruffythe's instructions, especially his first article; omits the rest until their meeting. Must inform William Maurice of an abuse committed by Pwllheli men against the Queen and her Court of Admiralty - hears William Maurice is vice admiral in these parts. A ship of a hundred [tons] at least arrived on the coast, a Spaniard by all men's judgement, and certainly known to be loaded with Spanish goods. Maurice Gruffythe's cousin William Gruffythe, brother of the 'toppe' of Maurice Gruffythe's kin whom Maurice Gruffythe esteems above the rest, thought to do the Queen great service in apprehending such enemies and with a company of young gentlemen, kinsmen and friends of William Maurice and Maurice Gruffythe, undertook the voyage therefor, but they were crossed and prevented by men of Pwllheli from having a bark for the service, and failed therein. If they are presented and accused before the admiral, does not doubt that they will be punished according to their deserts. William Maurice knows Pwllheli men have always been aiders and assisters of pirates and are now apparently favourers of enemies. Now Maurice Gruffythe hears, 'they doe aledge that they were lett passe from gest befor, the which can not excuse them for any offence commytted by them, for those gentlemen dyd take them for frenchmen and tooke nothynge of them but what was geven to the pylate to gyde them to a ffayre rode and soe thos gentlemen nothynge culpable to theyr offence'. Now it is said that by some accident one of the Spaniards or strangers is hurt and dead and a great matter is intended in Pwllheli concerning the same. Begs William Maurice to see that his kinsmen and friends are not wronged; the other party is a Spaniard or stranger and from a country where many Englishman have 'miscaried' without any law or revenge. Had Maurice Gruffythe been at home, they would not have escaped as they did. Begs William Maurice's favour in justice, and does not doubt to have it for his friends, as if for himself. Hopes to see William Maurice 'here' shortly and wishes to know the time so that he may be at home. Postscript: Requests William Maurice to come as soon as possible.

Has not forgotten his promised furtherance for [ ] or Wyllyam Maurice's former requests, with regard to which he informs [ ] of two things, one that he is determined to leave [ ] and the county, the other that Sir Richard Lee and Anthony Trappes, or Anthony Trappes alone, intend to be at [ ] about next Whitsun without fail, when Anthony Trappes will do his best to place Wyllyam Maurice to his content. Let Wyllyam Maurice think of his 'decayed medowe' for it must rule all. Hears that Wyllyam Maurice and others are determined to exhibit a complaint to the King [ ] the castle; wishes them to delay in case it hinders the other matter. Postscript: Has married a gentlewoman who will not let him live at [ ] by whom he has a 'fayre gentleman's howse' and £50 a year with household stuff and plate. Torn.

Regrets that he could not see William Maurice before William Maurice goes to Parliament. The bailiffs and burgesses of Harlech deliver up to William Maurice's safe custody all the writings that they have relating to the keeping of their lands and of parts of the lands of William Maurice and many other gentlemen of Ardudwy. The charter was granted to them by Edward I and has been renewed or confirmed only once, in the time of Richard II. It has a hole in it from some accident before their time. The confirmation is to be seen at the end of it. As for the fee farm, Robert Morgan thinks it needs no confirming or renewing for there can be no better wording thereof; William Maurice knows Mr [...]'s opinion of it. The fee farm mentions payment of £22 a year, and now they pay only [£18].13.4; there remains [£1].6.8 which they have [since] the new ordinance of Wales. Therefore think it best to leave the fee farm as it is except to have the Reddendo annuatim as they now pay, namely £18.3.4; they had only this [four] marks' allowance when they lost by the tolls levied in Ardudwy, more than £10. Robert Morgan and the other burgesses of Harlech thus commit these matters to William Maurice's consideration, with a request for him to use discretion and take good counsel therein, beseeching God to prosper his journey with a safe return. Postscript: If he can procure the confirming it can only be inspeximus cartam proavi mostri [sic] Edwardi nuper Regis Anglie, etc.

Has received William Morris's letter from which he understands that his grandmother charges him with certain things; for his own part, owes her nothing but duty. As for her annuity of £50, pays her yearly. With regard to the charges which his mother makes, upon his return from South Wales, will come to do his duty to her and they will confer about everything, which he hopes will be to their mutual satisfaction. Would have seen his mother sooner had he thought he would not be offensive to her, for her blessing is a thing he esteems above all worldly treasure. His sister Anne is ill in Hereford, but as soon as she is well, which he hopes will be soon, Henry Johnes will send for her and she shall come to his mother. As for the gown at which his grandmother takes offence, Henry Johnes will buy her a new one rather than that she should be offended. Would like a note from his mother of what stuff she left behind; cannot hear of any more than he told William Morris in London. As for the small tithe of Llanbeblig, will with all his heart bestow 'hir ladishipe' until his coming there. As for the tithe which Lewis David Lloyd has taken since Henry Johnes has been there, desires William Morris to call him to account and take them for himself. William Morris shall have the refusal of Llanbeblig church on rent; hopes William Morris will not think so badly of him but that he would offer it to William Morris before any other. Refers all matters until his visit.

Is moved to recommend to William Morris, as sheriff of Merionethshire for the coming year, a gentleman to be undersheriff. Is induced to do so by the good report he has of him; is otherwise sparing of letters or recommendations in these cases. The gentleman is one Evan Lloyd, who is 'verie sufficient' in learning and knowledge to perform the office. Will give William Morris such security for his safety as will satisfy William Morris. If Thomas Egerton's request prevails with William Morris so that he accepts Lloyd as undersheriff, will take it kindly and return the favour. On the letter and the dorse are pencilled notes.

It is not unknown to William Maurice that God of his mercy called William Maurice's son, since when John Williams has taken his place, hopefully to William Maurice's satisfaction otherwise 'let me never live' as William Maurice shall see at his return which he prays may be soon. In any case let William Maurice send Griffith Davies to the Auditor for the schedules of seisins. Has sent Mr Ieuan Lloyd by Griffith Davies the 20s. promised him at Easter time for his pains on 'our' behalf. Let William Maurice take heed when he comes to Bala to enlarge Pierce Lloyd for his [ ? ]. At William Maurice's kinsman Owen Vaughan's suit upon a judgment the matter is above a hundred therefore to be eased. Requests William Maurice to speak to Mr David Robert to delay his suit against Robert Madryn late sheriff for not apprehending William Maurice's brother [ ]. Postscript: Has a great matter in hand which if it falls out well, will send Hugh Jones to William Maurice. 'JW'.

William Morys's wine was delivered to Mr Justice and her ladyship his wife and was thankfully received. At first he did not know William Morys but Mr Justice Leighton who was there commended William Morys and Mr Justice then remembered that one of William Morys's daughters learned to play the lute and virginals where his daughter learned. John Thomas will do nothing to ease William Morys in Harry Lloyd's matter. William Morys is ill-advised not to pay the money and discharge himself.

Perceives from William Moris's letter to Henry Johnes's wife that William Moris is displeased with him. Would be very sorry to give offence and if William Moris [ ] brothers that complains of Henry Johnes, wishes to be allowed to answer before being condemned, for he could wish for no better justice than William Moris. As for Llanbadarn, William Moris will find Henry Johnes constant in his promise, and Henry Johnes will bring his counsel's opinion for he desires nothing but to be squire of it after William Moris's days. As for his sister Ann Mortimer, entreats William Moris's patience; she will come with Henry Johnes soon to do her duty to William Moris and their mother. Entreats William Moris's good opinion of him; it will not be long before he comes. Has sent money by his cousin Roland Greifit and will bring the rest himself. His cousin spoke to Henry Johnes about the house in Caernarvon; William Moris shall have anything Henry Johnes has.

Received a letter to-day from his cousin Sir Harry Johnes, saying that he and William Morris have arranged a meeting at Llanbadarn Fawr on Tuesday 22 Sept. to settle some controversies between them. Had appointed long before a commission to survey to be held on the same day at Pennal, Merionethshire, which is likely to continue until the next Saturday if not longer. Has already had the county summoned and witnesses from distant counties served, and cannot delay the execution thereof; requests William Morris to postpone the meeting until the following Saturday, to be held at Richard Pryse's house at Gogerddan, where he will willingly use his best means to obtain some 'good ende' between them to the liking of both. Request for a quick answer so that he may send to Sir Harry Johnes.

Has received a letter from the Privy Council to the high sheriff and justices of the county requiring to be informed of the names, additions, quality and places of all the freeholders in the county by [ ] at the furthest; encloses a copy thereof. Requests William Maurice's assistance with the names and additions of all the freeholders in the commote of Eifionydd, William Maurice's limit. Sir John Wynne promised to send a note of the names of those in Creuddyn, Nantconwy and Isaf by Palm Sunday, and William Thomas has written to the justices of the peace of Llyn to do the same for those three commotes and to Sir William Glynne in Uwchgwyrfai. Has also written to them to be at Caernarvon next Monday for further conference; William Maurice's presence or advice will greatly avail for the county's good. The word 'quality' in the letter admits various constructions; all should agree as nearly as possible for the county's good. 'Pauca sapienti'. Partly torn and faded.

Has received William Maurice's letter by his man Robyn; William Maurice seems discontented with Henry Johnes's sudden return from London the last time. When Henry Johnes sees him shortly, will tell him his mind and the reason therefor. As for William Maurice's money, will send his man John ap Ieuan between now and next Monday or Tuesday with as much as he can get; William Maurice shall have the rest with interest 'at Sainct James next.'.

Has received William Moris's letter in which William Moris asks for payment; has sent £100 by the bearer and William Moris shall have the other £100, with interest, as soon as possible. The county is bare of money at present and Henry Johnes knows William Moris would not have him make a bad bargain. Refers himself to William Moris's consideration; knows William Moris cares for his well-doing and does not desire to hinder him, nor does Henry Johnes wish for William Moris's loss. As for Llanbadarn, will [?attorn] the tenants to William Moris for his own payment and that of Henry Johnes's grandmother if it amounts to so much. Will give more for taking them and altering the days. Rather than anger William Moris will refer himself to him and will be with him about 26 June to do his duty to his mother and to end all matters in good sort. William Moris should be his own [ ? ] rather than that Henry Johnes should give him cause to 'law' with him; Henry Johnes would strain himself to the utmost before giving offence to his mother. Will bring with him the easements and all writings he has relating to anything William Moris had from him. Entreats William Moris not to be offended; Henry Johnes will satisfy him when he sees him.

R[obert Cecil, Earl of] Salisbury, at His Majesty's house at Whitehall, to his friend Sir William Maurice, kt of the shire for Caernarfonshire. So little care has been taken lately for the speedy collection of the 'ffifteenes' granted to the King by the last Parliament, that the accounts are far short of expectation, the main reason therefor being that the knights of the shires did not appoint collectors before 12 Feb. as required by the statute. Warns William Maurice in friendly fashion out of duty and for advancing the King's service, of this omission, and requests him according to the statute either to nominate collectors before that date or to certify the Chancellor before 1 March that he has not done so, so that upon timely notice further order may be taken as convenient.

Has sent £120 by the bearer. Since he had to send his brother Herbert to Oxford and is behind in receipts from tenants and farmers, this being the 'most bare and needye yeare for money' that he remembers in these parts, is compelled to presume on William Maurice's love and borrow £40 of William Maurice's money for a while; will send it in a fortnight. As for his acquittance from William Maurice last May, did not ask for it when they last met because of William Maurice's sickness; request to send it by the bearer.

Received William Moris's letter in which he speaks of Henry Johnes's father's will. Knows what it is, but the words in William Moris's let[ter] should not be sent to a man of Henry Johnes's position and Henry Johnes would give William Moris a min. for them except for his duty to his mother. In regard of that will be patient and let William Moris consider the cause he gave Henry Johnes to speak with kindness. Will do what is fitting for William Moris's le[tter], otherwise will 'wayel' it lightly, for he is not to be 'thetrent' [threatened]; no words can make him stoop to any man living but rather die. Is sorry for his uncle Morris's death. Postscript: Remembers his duty to his mother and friends; wishes well to his cousin Dorothy 'goyd' on her marriage. Request for his grandmother's acquittances for payments made. Slightly torn.