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The papers of the Ferrers family of Tamworth Castle were acquired by Sir Thomas Phillipps at some point in the later nineteenth century. The Folger Shakespeare Library acquired the archive in 1977 (Sotheby's, 12 December 1977, lot 14). At that time the archive was comprised of approximately 3,400 paper sheets bound as seventy-five Phillipps MSS volumes (11013, 11016, 12175, 21592, 22395, 22696, 22932, 23121, 23837, 24126, 14457, 15052, 27382, 28655, 28675, 2875, 28678, 28679, 28683, 28686-28693, 28696-28699, 28702-28704, 28707, 28707, 28712-28717, 28720-28724, 28730, 28731, 28749-28751, 28755, 28757, 28759, 28762, 30293-30297, 20200, 303001, 303232, 30335, 30340, 35124). Additionally, there were some unnumbered manuscript not in boards and some volumes carried more than one MS number.
The Ferrers family descended from the Norman Henry de Ferrers (ca. 1036-1100, also known as Henri de Ferrières) 1st Earl of Ferrières and Lord of Longueville. Henry assumed the surname from a small town in Gastenois which abounded with iron-mines. In an allusion to these origins, the Ferrers arms have borne horseshoes or variations thereof. Henry took part in the conquest of England and is believed to have fought at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. After the conquest Henry became a major landholder. William I awarded him nearly two hundred manors and lordships throughout England and Wales—most of them in Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Staffordshire. Over the next eight centuries Henry’s descendants, a colorful mix of rebels and royal favorites, accumulated and lost several titles and holdings including the earldoms of Derby and Nottingham and the baronies of Chartley, Groby, and Oversley.
Around 1417, Thomas Ferrers (d. 1458), second son of William de Ferrers, 6th Baron of Groby, married Elizabeth, daughter and co-heiress of Sir Baldwin Freville whose family owned Tamworth Castle on the border between Warwickshire and Staffordshire. Making their home there, Thomas and Elizabeth established the Tamworth line of the Ferrers family. By the later sixteenth century Sir Humphrey Ferrers (ca. 1550-1608) and his successors divided their time between Tamworth, Walton-on-Trent in Derbyshire, and London. Although a junior branch of the family, the Ferrers of Tamworth, through marriages into other prominent families—the Bradbournes, Clintons, Cokaynes, Carletons, and Puckerings among them—accumulated considerable influence, holdings, and wealth.
John Ferrers, the last of the male line of the Ferrers of Groby and Tamworth, died in 1680. His granddaughter Anne succeeded him in the possession of Tamworth Castle and its associated titles. These titles she conveyed in marriage to Robert Shirley in 1689, and they later passed to their daughter, Elizabeth, on Robert's death in 1717. Elizabeth (d. 1741) became Baroness Ferrers of Chartley in her own right. The viscountcy and earldom of the honor, limited to male heirs, passed to Elizabeth's uncle. This branch, in turn, became extinct in the male line with the death of George Townshend, 3rd Marquess Townshend, 17th Baron Ferrers of Chartley in 1855. Townshend had married Sarah, daughter and heiress of William Dunn Gardner in 1807. Two years later, without benefit of divorce or annulment, Sarah married brewer John Margetts. The two had several children who bore the Margetts name until 1823; afterward they bore the Townshend name. All children from this union were declared illegitimate by Act of Parliament in 1842. With no legitimate issue from the Townshend marriage, the barony of Ferrers of Chartley fell into abeyance.
The collection is arranged into eleven series. The first four series, Manorial, Rentals and Surveys, Estate, and Title, are ordered by place. Accounts and Family are ordered by subject. Correspondence is ordered by sender (grouping together copy out-letters and in-letters). Letters not involving Ferrers correspondents are at the end of the series and arranged by writer. Legal is ordered by plaintiff, with related cases grouped together. Official is ordered by subject. The final two series, Foreign and Miscellaneous are arranged in no particular order.
Taking the form of letters, contracts, accounts, legal documents, deeds, surveys, etc., most of the documents are untitled and therefore have been given devised titles. Where possible, devised titles provide the following information, in this order: the form of document, creator, subject/content, place written and/or delivered. For correspondence, the following information is supplied in this order, when known: form, creator, place written, recipient, place received, and whether or not the document is autograph and/or signed by the correspondent. For legal documents, the following information, when known, is included: form, parties involved, whether or not the document is signed, jurisdiction, place written, and occasion.
When known, the stage of the manuscript in creation process (e.g., draft, revised draft, fair copy, etc.) has been noted. The state of completeness or intactness of the manuscript (e.g., fragment, incomplete, unfinished, etc.) has been noted as well. All dates are recorded as year, month, and day. Dates have been normalized: contracted years and months have been expanded; ordinal numbers have been converted to cardinal; Roman numerals have been converted to Arabic numerals; and dates based off of ecclesiastical feasts and regnal years have been converted according to the Gregorian calendar. When the year of creation is based on the year beginning on Lady Day (March 25), the date has been adjusted to reflect the year beginning on January 1. When important, dates have been transcribed in a note.
As the collection is comprised primarily of manuscripts on paper, item-level descriptions only make note of writing surfaces other than paper. Descriptions and identifications of watermarks according to their classification established in Briquet, Piccard, or other source have been included. When important, comments on the quality or condition, especially concerning damages, repairs, and textual losses, are included. In addition, when wax or papered seals are present, this information is included.
When possible, personal names have been modernized. Titles of nobility, address, honor, and distinction, when noted, have been included.
In addition, where possible, the former Phillipps MS numbers have been noted.
The collection consists of the archives and official papers of the Ferrers family of Tamworth Castle dating from the fourteenth to the early nineteenth century, with the bulk of the material dating from the mid-sixteenth century to mid-seventeenth century. Mostly on paper, the collection concerns the family’s political, legal, financial, personal, and manorial affairs, primarily in Warwickshire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, and Essex. Because of the varied nature of these affairs, the documents in this collection cover a range of formats, including correspondence, tenancy admissions, surveys, court rolls, jury lists, inventories, leases, maps, obligations, militia and muster papers, rentals, bills, testamentary papers, petitions, and bonds and accounts. While spanning five centuries, the bulk of the collection relates to the period covered by three heads of the local family: Sir Humphrey Ferrers (d. 1608), Sir John Ferrers (d.1633), and John Ferrers (d. 1680).
The following lists the eleven arranged series of the collection.
Series 1: Manorial (L.e.1 - L.e.57) This series contains records relating to the manorial holdings of the family, primarily in Walton-on-Trent (Derbyshire) and Tettenhall (Staffordshire). In 1562, Sir Humphrey Ferrers married Anne Bradbourne and this union explains the presence of papers related to Bradbourne estates. Administrative in character, most of these records concern the organization of the common fields and meadows, tenants’ service, the succession of land tenure, and the abatement of nuisances (e.g., defective hedges, blocking of paths, straying beasts, etc.). The documents are mostly derived from the proceedings of the court baron and view of frankpledge and include court rolls, records of admission, suit rolls, pains, presentments and estreat rolls. Also included is a small group of compotus rolls compiled by estate retainers in the fifteenth and sixteenth century; these records principally relate to properties in Derbyshire, Essex, and Shropshire.
Series 2: Rentals and Surveys (L.e.58 – L.e141)
This section is dominated by a large group of rentals for the estates in Derbyshire. About thirty rentals survive from the second half of the sixteenth century, a period when rentals were compiled four times a year (longer ones at Lady Day (March 25) and Michaelmas (September 29), and shorter ones for rents due at Midsummer (around June 25) and Martinmas (November 11)). The rentals mostly pertain to properties in following locations: Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, Lea Hall, Kniveton, Parwich; Roston, Boylestone, Hollington, Hognaston, Ridware, Atlow, Ashbourne, Bentley (also known as Fenny Bentley), Fauld, Wirksworth, Belper, Kirk Ireton, Alstonfield, and Taddington (both in Derbyshire and Herefordshire). The series also includes detailed late sixteenth-century terriers and surveys for Walton-on-Trent, including one that provides details of the number of bays in some of the dwellings and another that classifies the soil of the village: "the best earth," "the worst earth," etc.
Series 3: Estate (L.e.142 - L.e.169)
This series is composed of approximately twenty-five items that relate to the day-to-day management of the family’s estates. Included are a sketch map of lands around Ashbourne, various notes and memoranda concerning the management of crops and livestock, information about tenures and holdings, agreements concerning enclosure, estate valuations, and a survey of swans on the River Trent. Also included is a small group of documents relating subdivision of estates in Nether and Over Whitacre (Warwickshire) between four lordships.
Series 4: Title (L.e.170 - L.e.296)
This series contains documents related to the ownership and transfer of property. Included are deeds (including crown land grants), lease agreements, quitclaims, agreements of sale, and letters of attorney. Many of these records were copied from crown records by William Ryley, keeper of the records in the Tower of London, and examined by Samuel Petyt, clerk of the Court of Common Pleas. Several of these documents have connections to seventeenth-century law suits. In particular, cases concerning property in Princes Risborough (Buckinghamshire) and to a lesser extent Newport (Essex) generated a considerable number of copies of public records. A small group of inquisitions post mortem (including several taken after the death of Sir Humphrey Ferrers in 1608) and of family settlements (including a 1670 draft of the marriage settlement between Edward Clinton, 5th Earl of Lincoln and Dorothy Ferrers) are also included in this series.
Series 5: Accounts (L.e.297 – L.e.436)
This series, comprised of varied documents of a financial nature, is divided into twelve sub-series: Merchant, Executors, Traveling and Lodging, Household, Farm, Mill, Rental, Cash, Bonds, Legal, Receipts (Financial), and Receipts (Rental). Of special note is a group of 154 receipts (L.e.434 (1-72) and L.e.435 (1-72)) concerning the vicarage at Icklington (Cambridgeshire).
Series 6: Family (L.e.437 – L.e.459)
This series is divided into four sub-series. Probate Records and Inventories contains a small group of materials, mostly related to the estates of Sir Thomas and Lady Dorothy Cockayne. Wardship and Inheritance is comprised of three documents: a writ concerning a knighthood, a receipt for writings concerning the wardship of Humphrey Peyto, and a grant of the wardship of Margerye Oughton. The third sub-series contains a small number of documents related to peerage concerns, including a ca. 1780 petition from George Townshend, 2nd Marquess Townshend and 16th Baron Ferrers of Chartley to George III concerning the quartering of the royal arms of England and France with those of the Ferrers family as descendants of Edward III. The fourth sub-series, Pedigrees, includes notes and memoranda concerning family descent, relationships, and heraldic achievements.
Series 7: Correspondence (L.e.460 – L.e.807)
The largest series of the collection, the Correspondence series is divided into nine sub-series based on the correspondents' identities: Early Ferrers family; Sir Humphrey Ferrers; Lady Anne Bradbourne; George Ferrers and John Ferrers; Sir Humphrey Ferrers; Lady Anne Ferrers; John Ferrers, Esq.; George Townshend, Lord Ferrers; and Miscellaneous. The majority of the letters are to and from Sir Humphrey Ferrers (d. 1608), Sir John Ferrers (d. 1633), and John Ferrers (d. 1680). In addition to immediate family members, their relations, friends, and retainers, the range of correspondents indicates the scope of the Ferrers’ activities throughout England. Correspondents of note include Sir Francis Walsingham, Principal Secretary to Elizabeth I; Robert Dudley, 1st Earl of Leicester; Thomas Egerton, 1st Viscount Brackley, the Lord Chancellor; Sir John Puckering, the Lord Keeper; Gilbert Shrewsbury, 7th Earl of Shrewsbury; Sir Thomas Heneage, Vice Chamberlain of the Royal Household; Dudley Carleton, 1st Viscount Dorchester, the Secretary of State; and Sir John Popham, Lord Chief Justice. Letters without a Ferrers family member as correspondent (including unidentified) are at the end of each group and arranged by sender.
Series 8: Legal (L.e.808 – L.e.1059)
As with any prominent landed family of the period, the Ferrers family was involved in several cases and counter-cases. Sorted by plaintiff, many of the 250 items in this series are related to one another. The legal papers of Sir Humphrey Ferrers (d. 1608) mostly concern disputes over property and land rights. Despite the routine nature of these proceedings, many of these cases were pursued with vigor and bitterness (as correspondence confirms). A few cases, however, generated documents of less usual character. The 1583 case of Ferrers vs. Breton (L.e.894-L.e.911) involved an affray that ended in a death. In contrast to the serious nature of the case, the proceedings mostly generated informal notes of evidence, including an account given by Richard Buckland, who was in Tamworth at the time, “going to the spurrier’s shop to buy some spurs.”
Another case of note involved an inquiry into the “Relique Sunday affray” in 1537 (L.e814). Records indicate that some dramatic events involving the previous Sir Humphrey Ferrers had their roots in the previous Corpus Christi Sunday, during the town play when William Johnson, playing the part of the Satan, struck Sir Humphrey across the face with his iron chain. A dispute concerning property in Princes Risborough (Buckinghamshire) generated large amounts of documentation (L.e.977-L.e.990). (Copies of early crown records relating to the title of this manor are located in the Title series). Legal suits involving the Bradbourne family are almost as numerous as those of the Ferrers, and include a dispute concerning a vaccary at Wirksworth, Derbyshire and several bitter family quarrels.
Also of note are autograph legal opinions of the jurists Sir Matthew Hale and Sir Lawrence Tanfield.
Series 9: Official (L.e.1060 – L.e.1156)
This majority of documents in this series relates to the Forest of Needwood and the Honour of Tutbury (belonging to the Duchy of Lancaster), for which Sir Humphrey Ferrers and Sir John Ferrers were successively surveyors. Included are presentments and proceedings at a "woodmote" court, as well as notes of tree sales, wood removal, and warrants for wood to be provided from crown forests. Sir Humphrey Ferrers himself was accused of removing timber from the Forest of Needwood. The identified records of this case are included here rather than in the Legal series. This series also includes documents related to county affairs, including a small group of nominal lists; some of these refer to musters, others are of uncertain purpose. A small group of documents relates to subsidy assessments of 1621 for Warwickshire and the 1660s for Derbyshire.
Series 10: Foreign (L.e.1157-L.e.1162)
This series includes a Dutch land survey and a group of French and Dutch accounts, apparently relating to John Ferrers' travels to the Continent.
Series 11: Miscellaneous (L.e.1163-L.e.1200)
Manuscripts in this series have no specific, identified connection to the Ferrers family. The group includes notes on such matters as the duties of sheriffs, juries, and justices of the people; a small group of documents that relate to proceedings in Parliament, including bills concerning Catholic recusants; and notes on cosmography, geometry, ecclesiastical reform, Latin rhetoric, and unidentified poetic and oratorical works. There is also a curious list, apparently compiled following the 1601 rebellion of Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex; this list is comprised of prisoners according to degree, indicating which prison held them.
Abstracted from N. W. Alcock, "The Ferrers of Tamworth Collection: Sorting and Listing,"
The Folger Shakespeare Library holds a number of other manuscripts concerning the Ferrers family. Letters are represented by three addressed to Sir Humphrey Ferrers: two (MS. X.c.31 and MS X.c.86 (1)) are autographed and signed by Gilbert Talbot, 7th Earl Shrewsbury and dated 1594 and 1602 respectively; another (MS X.c.31) dated 1593 is autographed and signed by local magistrate Sir Thomas Lucy. Also included is a 1682 letter from John Ferrers to Thomas Parker (MS X.c.118). Legal documents include fragments (MS X.d.515 (2) and MS X.d.515 (26)), dated ca. 1300 – ca. 1700, removed from book bindings. The Folger also holds an eighteenth-century copy of a pedigree of the Ferrers family (MS Z.e.25).
The Folger Library also holds a group of mid-late eighteenth century documents concerning the property and circumstances of the Ellerker family of Yorkshire. In 1777 Charlotte Ellerker married George Ferrers Townshend, Earl of Leicester (later 2nd Marquis Townshend) and it is most likely that the administration of the Ellerker estates took place from either Tamworth or Walton. This small group includes documents relating to legal suits, estate affairs, and financial matters; a small group of correspondence is also present.
Two other sizeable collections of papers relating to the Ferrers family complement the Folger collections. Tamworth Castle Museum holds approximately 400 documents (shelf-mark: TAMCM 2000/6). These have been arranged by Dr. Dudley Fowkes in series broadly corresponding to those used in the present finding aid, although manorial, account, estate, and survey categories are combined under the single heading of Estate Papers. In addition, a smaller collection of approximately seventy-five documents are held at Raynham Hall, Norfolk. This collection has been sorted but not itemized. The Folger Shakespeare Library has the typescript finding aids for these two collections.
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[Item title and date], Papers of the Ferrers Family of Tamworth Castle, Folger MS [shelfmark] [item number or page], Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington, DC.
Consisting of brief listing of amercements and other financial penalties for cases concerning parties in Edgmond, Roden, Wellington, Cold Hatton, Waters Upton, and Sambrook (Shropshire).
Phillipps 28751
Including note concerning the Bradbourne descent. Location on manuscript: "Beaureper."
Concerning the admission of William and Isabelle Glewe and their sons for eight years to the surrendered holding known as Brodeholme, paying to the crown 33 pounds and to Bradbourne 34 pound 4 shillings at the usual term, rendering the customary services and a fee of 16/6 to the crown. Location on manuscript: "Beaureper."
Including regrants to tenants.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Phillipps 28689
Consisting of brief list of people and places related to the court-ordered seizure of goods and chattel in order to obtain payment of rent or other money owed.
On dorse: a note stating that document was endorsed at Rosliston (Derbyshire), "holden of Walton."
Phillipps 28683
Phillipps 28645
Date on manuscript: "[Day obliterated] next before the Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist [October 18] in the [16th or 17th?] year of the reign of Henry VII."
Phillipps 28714
Phillipps 28678
Phillipps 30293
Phillipps 28751
Phillipps 28696
See L.e.30 and L.e.31 for similar documents, including similar names.
Phillipps 28696
Phillipps 28683
Consisting of brief listing of amercements and other financial penalties for cases.
Phillipps 28689
Including marked and tabulated record of attendance.
Consisting of the communal ordinances and regulations for Walton Manor; endorsed with pains made at court baron held at Walton in 1605. See also L.e.767
Consisting of a brief listing of amercements and other financial penalties for cases.
Phillipps 28715
Consisting of communal ordinances and regulations for Walton Manor.
Concerning a holding in Walton.
Phillipps 28688
Including marked and tabulated record of attendance.
Including marked and tabulated record of attendance.
Phillipps 28751
See L.e.17 and L.e.31 for similar documents, including similar names.
Phillipps 28683
See L.e.17 and L.e.30 for similar documents, including similar names.
Consisting of brief listing of amercements and other financial penalties for cases.
Phillipps 28683
Phillipps 28683
Phillipps 28714
Phillipps 28683
Phillipps 28683
Phillipps 28683
Phillipps 28689
Listing money owed but unpaid upon the death of William Ferrers, 6th baron Ferrers of Groby. Concerning tenants in Groby, Thurmaston, Newton Linford (Neut ovn' -Lyndeford) (Leicestershire), Brington (Northamptonshire or Huntingdonshire), Stoke-upon-Tern (Shropshire), and Grendon (Staffordshire).
On dorse: Compotus roll (incomplete) compiled by [Saeer?] Creek, beadle.
Phillipps 23836
Consisting of brief listing of amercements and other financial penalties for cases. Fines marked when collected by Humphrey Granen.
Phillipps 28678
Location as on manuscript: "Tetetnualley."
Phillipps 28696
On dorse: marks of homage and signatures. See L.e.46 and L.e.47 for similar names.
Phillipps 28722
On dorse: signatures and marks of homage. See L.e.45 and L.e.47 for similar names.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Estreated 1624 April 5. See L.e.45 and L.e.47 for similar names.
On dorse: Estreated with signatures and marks of homage, April 1623. See L.e.45 and L.e.46 for similar names.
Concerning tenement taken by William Croswell and others, formerly of John Checkley. Original court date was March 22 [year obliterated].
Including references to Richard Fleming, Alexander Anbrooke and his wife, Mr. Jordan, John Fellowes, Henry Kendrick, John Crest, Richard Bradley and his wife Eleanor, Rowland Alport, Mathew Southwick, and Walter Crest.
Phillipps 28751
Including references to Sir Edward Aston and Sir John Willoughby. See Victoria County History, Warwickshire, IV, 114-16 for more on the Ferrers, Aston and Willoughby connection.
Phillipps 28716
Location as on manuscript: "Stipurshyllin." See Victoria County History, Warwickshire, IV, 191 for more information on these locations.
Consisting of brief listing of amercements and other financial penalties for cases.
Phillipps 28714
Phillipps 28730
Phillipps 28678
This document is apparently not of the main Bradbourne series. Location on manuscript: "Darwyn."
Phillipps 28682
Concerning rental of hospital and chantries of the chapel of Alkmonton. Locations listed as "Awkemanton" and "Dowerbrige" on manuscript.
Phillipps 28688
On dorse: "To the Worshippfull Sir Humfrey Bradbourne, knight." Location as on manuscript: "Beaurepere."
Concerning property in Bentley, Bradbourne, Kniveton, Hulland, Alstonfield, etc. (Derbyshire). Including references to Sir Humphrey Bradbourne.
Concerning property in Hognaston, Atlow, Ashbourne, Sturston (Derbyshire); Hamstall Ridware (manuscript: "Rydware") (Staffordshire); and Bentley (Warwickshire). Including reference to Lady Fitzherbert on dorse. This is presumably Lady Matilda (or Maud) Fitzherbert, second wife and widow of Sir Anthony Fitzherbert (d. 1538), jurist and writer. Sir Anthony had significant holdings in both Derbyshire and Staffordshire.
Concerning property in Biggin, Bradbourne, Lea Hall, Hognaston, Atlow, Doveridge, Taddington, etc. (Derbyshire); presumably Bradboune properties.
Phillipps 28699
Concerning property in Hulland and Biggin, and Bradbourne (Derbyshire). Dated September [13 or 14?], [year obliterated] during reign of Queen Mary.
Phillipps 28678
Concerning property in Roston (manuscript: "Rossyngton"), Boylestone, Hollington, Hognaston, Bentley, Offcote and Underwood, Kirk Ireton, and Alstonfield (Derbyshire), and Hamstall Ridware (manuscript: "Rydware") (Staffordshire); all presumably Bradbourne properties.
Concerning property in Hulland, Bradbourne, Hognaston, Ridware, Atlow, Ashbourne, Bentley, Offcote and Underwood, Kirk Ireton, Wirksworth, Belper, etc. (Derbyshire).
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, and Bradbourne (Derbyshire). On dorse: rental of chantry lands in Ashbourne (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28722
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, and Bradbourne (Derbyshire). On dorse: rental of chantry lands in Ashbourne.
Phillipps 28722
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Kniveton, Hulland, Parwich, etc. (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28722
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Kniveton, Hulland, Parwich, etc. (Derbyshire).
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, etc. (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28757
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland, Parwich, etc. (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28982
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Kniveton, Hulland, etc. (Derbyshire). Name obliterated, but presumably Sir Humphrey Bradbourne.
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, etc. (Derbyshire).
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, etc. (Derbyshire). On dorse: "Sir H. Bradbourne Rental" (in much later hand).
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland, Parwich, etc. (Derbyshire).
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, etc. (Derbyshire).
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland and Biggin, Kniveton, etc. (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28677
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland, Parwich, etc. (Derbyshire).
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland, Parwich, Atlow, Hilton, Alstonefield, etc. (Derbyshire). Including references to Edward of Brassington, dated December 22 (on dorse).
Phillipps 28731
Concerning property in Ashbourne, Bradbourne, Alstonefield, Atlow, etc. (Derbyshire). Including rents for chantry at Ashbourne, half-year rents for parsonage at Bradbourne with Tissington and others. Presumably these refer to properties of
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland, Parwich, Atlow, etc. (Derbyshire).
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland, Wirkesworth, Parwich, Atlow, and Hilton (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28731
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, etc. (Derbyshire). First name obliterated, but presumably
Phillipps 28757
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, etc. (Derbyshire). Names and dates missing; presumably referring to Bradbourne properties.
Concerning property in Bentley, Offcote and Underwood, etc. (Derbyshire). Presumably concerning properties of
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland, Wirksworth, Parwich, etc. (Derbyshire). On dorse: part of rental in a different hand.
Hulland, Biggin, Fawld, Alstonefield, etc. (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28725
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, etc. (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28757
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Hulland, Wirksworth, etc. (Derbyshire). On dorse: list of names.
Concerning property in Hulland, Biggin, Bradbourne, Kniveton, Roston (manuscript: "Rossyngton"), Boylestone, Hognaston, Ridware, etc. (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28722
Concerning property in Lea Hall, Bradbourne, and Parwich (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28722
Concerning property in Lea Hall, Bradbourne, Boylestone, and Parwich (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28725
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Lea, and Boylestone (Derbyshire).
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Lea, and Boylestone (Derbyshire).
Signed by John Jobson. See L.e.124 for another document signed by Jobson.
Phillipps 28703
Noted as being of "Mr. Ferrers." This is probably
Concerning property in Bradbourne (Derbyshire). Including future dispositions of the property by
Concerning property in Bradbourne and other locations in Derbyshire. Last entry mentions that the lands of Sir Humphrey Bradbourne in Alstonfield are not part of the jointure of Lady Elizabeth.
Phillipps 28715
References Sir Humphrey Ferrers and some properties near Sir Richard Fleetwood.
List of closes and values. Also includes property at Parwich, Derbyshire.
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Lee, and Parwich (Derbyshire).
Concerning payment to lord or farmer of the Hough and to the reeve of Duffield (Derbyshire). Concerning property in Taddington and Hough (Derbyshire). Hough Manor is located in Hulland township in Ashbourne parish. On dorse: date mentioned, possibly the Tuesday in Easter week, nineteenth year of the reign of Henry VIII (22 April 1527-21 April 1528).
Phillipps 28715
Concerning property in Hough Biggin, Kniveton, Bradbourne, Atlow, Lee, Ashbourne, etc. (Derbyshire). On dorse: Hollington, Taddington, and Priestcliffe (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28757
Including notes about assignments for dower and annuities for those relating to Sir Humphrey Bradbourne, deceased, and his son, John Bradbourne. Mention of Roland Bradbourne and Nicholas Bradbourne and a son and heir of Sir Humphrey Bradbourne.
Phillipps 28757
Concerning property in Lea, Kniveton, Bentley, and Bradbourne (Derbyshire). Including a list of properties "In Reversion" and mention of Sir Humphrey Bradbourne. On dorse: "Note of all the rents that are due to Mr. W---" [obliterated].
Compiled for Sir John Ferrers. Provides acreage and value; arranged according to tenants' names.
Provides acreage.
Phillipps 28731
Dated August 23, 161 [last digit of year missing]. On dorse: "Survey" (in much later hand).
Phillipps 28688
Phillipps 28682
Mention of Mr. Ferrers Chorneholme.
Phillipps 30301
Concerning property in Walton, Lea, Bradbourne, Parwich, and Boylestone (Derbyshire), and Warton (Warwickshire). A note by Ferrers with his signature appears on leaf 5. Including draft of rental.
Phillipps 30301
Witnessed by Thomas Fox.
Concerning property in Walton, Bradbourne (Derbyshire) and Tyth (Warwickshire).
Concerning property in Walton-upon-Trent (Derbyshire) and Colton (Staffordshire).
Concerning property in Walton-upon-Trent and Burrowe End (manuscript: "Boroweynde") (Derbyshire). Including 'Forryn land' held by Rayfe Tayler, William Anderson, and Robert Bannyster, tenants of Sir Humphrey Ferrers. Including digital images of a crumpled leaf (recto and verso) from a Walton open field terrier discovered by Nathaniel Alcock at Raynham Hall (England) in February 2004, which may be a part of L.e.113.
Phillipps 21591 and 2312
Showing number of bays of houses of William Choyse, the Anderson family, Bennett family, and others.
Including notes on the soil quality of land belonging around the houses of Richard Mylner, Colton family, and Whytinge family.
Phillipps 28689
Including notes on soil quality (best, middle, worst) as in L.e.115.
Concerning the lands and houses of Richard Taylor, Ellis Wright, Richard Mylner, the Bennett family, Anderson family, Colton family, and Owens family.
Including the houses of William Whytinge, Richard Mylner, Anderson family, and Corbett family, etc. See L.e.113, L.e.114, and L.e.117 for similar names.
Signed by Sir Humphrey Bradbourne, Richard Blakwall and Aden Berysfor[d?]. Location as on manuscript: "Alderweslyghe" and "Alderwarlegh."
Concerning property in Champions, Woodham Ferrers (Essex). Regarding customary lands and tenements which descended to Sir Ambrose Turvile on the death of Sir Geoffrey Turvile. Endorsed: "A rental concerning the Lady Turvile." Copy of manuscript dated 1449-1450.
Phillipps 28682
Concerning lands purchased by John Philips; 185 acres in all.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Concerning property in and around Taddington (Herefordshire) including World's End Farm, Blackhouse Farm, Whitehouse Farm and others. Including an account of the meadowing in Kingsay. Signed by John Jobson, supervisor. See L.e.95 for another document signed by Jobson.
Phillipps 28724
Concerning properties in Herefordshire including Blackhouse Farm, World's End, and Taddington. Including miscellaneous notes and the account of John Vicars.
Phillipps 28715
Including a note about how many sheep and beasts the lands will hold.
Consisting of a list of tenants, classified either by will and by copy. Concerning tenants in Drayton Bassett, Alvecote, Shuttington (Staffordshire).
Summary rental concerning one year of customary tenancies, at will tenancies, and indentured tenancies. Concerning property in Drayton Basset, Shuttington, Alvecote, etc. (Staffordshire). Probably incomplete.
Concerning property in Wightwick, Tettenhall, and Wolverhampton (Staffordshire).
Phillipps 28683
Including rents of Sir Humphrey Ferrers of Groby; also includes information regarding lands disputed by Sir Humphrey, including a suit involving John Harrington. This may be Sir John Harrington of Kelston (1561-1612), a prominent member of the court of Elizabeth I. On dorse: a note concerning Sir John Ferrers. See lists of tenants in Estate series.
Including lands of which he acquired in Polesworth (Warwickshire); some are marked "purchased." Notes on both versos are in a different hand and are dated 1620 September 6 and 1611 November 20. Thomas Lukyn(?) and Francis Atkin are named on versos.
Three rentals.
Phillipps 28688
Phillipps 28751
Concerning property in Tamworth (Staffordshire), Lea Marston, and Warton (Warwickshire).
Concerning money paid out of Thomas Puckering's lands in Warwickshire. Including information concerning the priory lands and those of the surrounding areas. Sent to Sir John Ferrers at Walton presumably by his steward who apologizes for the imperfect account and vows to keep a "more perfect Boke hereafter."
Phillipps 30332
Concerning property in Little Hucklow, Woodthorpe, Netherthorpe, and Staveley (Derbyshire), and Sheffield (South Yorkshire).
Including acreage belonging to J. E. On dorse: Freehold and copyhold rents paid at Stillingfleet Manor court, naming tenants John Fox, Thomas Doughty, John Greetham, and others.
Phillipps 28682
The name
Phillipps 28682
Including chief rents. Dated: Feast of Saint [name obliterated], 1624.
Included taxes disbursed by tenants including chief rents and cheese and capon rents.
Phillipps 28730
Signed by John Ferrers.
Concerning property near Longwick, Aston Street, and Rowland. Consisting of information from the reigns of Edward I (1272-1301), Edward III (1327-1377), and Richard II (1377-1395).
Phillipps 28689
Including information concerning the ownership of the property, including how Ralph Adeane acquired it as a gift from Mrs. Chibnall of London. On dorse: "Entry into Risbough." For more on the history of the manor, see Magna Brittania: Buckinghamshire, 626-627.
Phillipps 28757
Sketch map representing the principal observed features of the area around Ashbourne, including Bradbourne, Lea, Kniveton, Bentley, Tissington, and Mapleton (Derbyshire). Including references to locations of mills as well several weirs pulled down on the orders of Sir Humphrey Bradbourne. On dorse: "plan Ashbourne Derby[shire]" in much later hand.
Endorsed by Robert Alsop. On dorse: 2 draft letters, one dated February 22.
Phillipps 28679
Signed by Sir Humphrey Ferrers and John Cotton.
Phillipps 28716
Phillipps 28682
Concerning the number of sheep that can be kept at Lea during the winter. On dorse: a note concerning leases assigned at Roystone and elsewhere; including note concerning bedding. Also on dorse: a note indicating that document was sent to Walton around Whitsundtide.
Phillipps 28682
Concerning property in Rolleston and Marston (Derbyshire). Containing references to Henry Cavendish, esq. (c. 1550-1616) and Elizabeth Talbot, Dowager Countess of Shrewsbury (1527?-1608), popularly known as "Bess of Hardwick." Month and day of date obliterated.
Phillipps 22932
Arranged by location. On dorse: a note concerning sheep sent to Walton.
Phillipps 28686
Consisting of list of cattle sent to Walton on June 25, July 31, and September 3.
Signed by
Heavily soiled, repaired with loss to top. Watermark: 3 circles.
Phillipps 28712
William Bedford was parson of Walton between 1645 and 1662. Recorded by Paul Eyre and signed by him, John Ferrers, Samuel Whiting, and John Taylor; marked by Richard Tomlinson. Corrected in the presence of William Walton. See L.e.105 for another document signed by Paul Eyre and L.e.753 for a document (ca. 1650) which refers to a Mr. Eyre. See also L.e.784 and L.e.1018 for mention of Samuel Whiting. See also L.e.428 and L.e.695 for mention of Mr. Bedford.
Phillipps 28688
Concerning locations including Wirksworth, Hartington, Eaton, Biggin, and River of Dove (Derbyshire). Including names of jury members for perambulation and for that of 1532.
Phillipps 28686
Consisting of extracts from manorial accounts concerning rental history from ca. 1427, 1436, 1501, 1508, 1542, 1564, and 1566. Signed by William Gerrard. An apparent aide-mémoire for a Mr. Brett at Bonsall Mill. On dorse: ". . . to remember to Mr. Brett." Signed by William Gerrard. Also on dorse: "Matthew Bacon."
Phillipps 22932
Including note of ownership mentioning "my lady's jointure."
Phillipps 28678
Consisting of a request from Thomas Bowtell of Shorncote (Gloucestershire) to a Mr. Spyleman at Canterbury (Kent) for information about rent paid for a manor near Bowtell.
Concerning property in Stoney Stanton (Leicestershire), Warton (Warwickshire), and Barton in Fabris (Nottinghamshire). Location on manuscript: "Barton-in-the-Beans" with "Notts," presumably for Nottinghamshire, added in another hand.
Phillipps 28678
Concerning the twenty-fourth year of the reign of Edward I (1295-1296) and thirty-seventh year of the reign of Henry VI (1458-1459). On rose: note stated that the document was copied for Mr. Chadwick at Nottinghamshire.
Rendered as part costs, part estate memorandum.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 29721
On dorse: "A report concerning the Kings interest in the Honor of Tutbury previous to the grant to Browne & Boheme in 1683." This is Rupert Brown and Samuel Boheme, who had been granted lands from the Honor by Charles II. Also on dorse: a note stating that the king was advised not to alienate the property. See
Phillipps 28689
Phillipps 28688
Consisting of extensive list of tenants (heading lost) as divided between Lord Ferrers of Chartley (Staffordshire), Sir John Longville, Sir Gabriel Poultney of Misterton (Leicestershire) and Sir Samuel Morrow of Berkswell (Warwickshire). Concerning locations in Nether Whitacre, Over Whitacre (Warwickshire), and Hollington (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28670 and 28678
Concerning property including Over Whitacre (Warwickshire), Dordon, Freasley, Warton, and Stiper's Hill (Staffordshire). Including a letter to Job Lavender asking how many tenements Thomas Oughton bought from Sir Samuel Morrow and Sir Gabriel Poultney; with reply. Also, including a letter requesting information about various manors, including Radcliffe, Grendon and Nether Whitacre, and locations, including Stoney Stanton (Leicestershire) and Blackgrove (Buckinghamshire).
Phillipps 28670 and 28678
Including note endorsed by William Ellis, dated 1670 March 3.
Concerning property in Tamworth (Staffordshire), Walton, and Bradbourne (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 27382
Lord Townshend is presumably George Townshend, second Marquess Townshend and Lord Ferrers of Chartley (1753-1811). Including information on interest paid and what Lord Townshend will inherit upon the death of Lady Townshend (Lady Charlotte Compton until 1749, Lady Ferrers of Chartley from 1749 to 1764; she died in September 1770).
Phillipps 28730
Including references to the mayor and citizens of the City of London, including Edward Ditchfield (salter), John Highlord (skinner and alderman), Humphrey Clarke, and Francis Mosse (scrivener). Examined by Charles Clare.
Phillipps 11013?
Concerning various manors, including those at Kineton (Warwickshire), Market Harborough (Leicestershire), and Princes Risborough (Buckinghamshire). Including references to Margaret of France (d.1318), second wife and queen of Edward I (1239-1307). Recorded by William Ryley, keeper of records in the Tower of London, and examined by Silvester Petyt, clerk of the Court of Common Pleas. Copy of document dated 1304.
Phillipps 24126 or 11013
Consisting of copies of charters from the time of the establishment of the Duchy of Cornwall in 1337 by Edward III. Including references to John de Stratford, Archbishop of Canterbury (d. 1348); Hugh Berghersh, Bishop of Lincoln (1292-1340); Robert de Stratford, Lord Chancellor and Bishop of Chichester (d.1362); Henry de Ferrers, and others on page 10. Copied by William Ryley, keeper of records in the Tower of London, and examined by Silvester Petyt, clerk of the Court of Common Pleas.
Phillipps 28716
Examined by
Phillipps 28690
Phillipps 28712
Concerning the creation of the Duchy of Cornwall. Including references to Henry de Ferrers (d. 1343) and Robert de Ferrers, in addition to numerous dates during the reigns of Henry III (1216-1272) and Edward III (1327-1377).
Phillipps 30294, 28695, and 28721
Consisting of financial accounts, specifically monies owed to the crown. Including references to Henry de Ferrers. Examined by William Wardour, clerk of the Pells, and Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas.
Phillipps 30296
Copy of Act of Parliament concerning the Honour of Wallingford. Endorsed: "31 H[enry] 8[th]." Examined by
Phillipps 23836
Consisting of copies of documents from the reigns of Henry III (1216-1272), Henry IV (1399-1403), Henry VI (1422-1461), Edward I (1272-1307), Edward II (1307-1327), and Edward III (1327-1377). Concerning various locations including Berkhamsted (Hertfordshire), Watlington and the Honour of Wallingford (Oxfordshire), and Woodham Manor (Essex). Also including a copy of an act of parliament (Number 42) from the thirtieth year of the reign of Henry VI (1451-1452). Most documents were recorded by William Ryley, keeper of the records in the Tower of London and examined by Silvester Petyt, clerk of the Court of Common Pleas, or Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas.
Phillipps 24124, 24126 or 11013 (vol. 5)
Consisting of copies of documents from the reigns of Henry III (1216-1272), Edward I (1272-1307), Edward II (1307-1327), Edward III (1327-1377), and Richard II (1377-1399). Most documents were recorded by William Ryley, keeper of the records of the Tower of London, and examined by Silvester Petyt, clerk of the Court of Common Pleas, or Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas.
Including references to Henry de Ferrers (d. 1343). Examined by William Wardour, clerk of the Pells, and Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas. Copy of document dated 1340.
Phillipps 23837
Concerning the manors of Groby (Leicestershire) and Breadsall (Derbyshire). Including memoranda concerning crown petitions related to Newport (Shropshire) and Princes Risbourough (Buckinghamshire). On dorse: "Petitions to the king[s] E[dward] 3[rd], R[ichard] 2[nd], H[enry] 4[th] . . . for livery of Newport and Risborough". Copy of documents from 1387, 1391, 1413, 1435, 1443, and 1458.
Phillipps 23836
Examined by Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas. Copy of document dated 1437.
Phillipps 28714
Copy of document dated 1337. On dorse: "orig. 12. e. 3. . . Henrici de Ferrers".
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Concerning grants of Edward III to Henry de Ferrers. Including a separate 2-page record cover sheet referring to other grants of Edward III to Henry de Ferrers. Examined by William Wardour, clerk of the Pells, and Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas. Copy of document dated 1395.
Copy of document dated 1588 January 7.
Phillipps 24126 and 11013
Concerning the manor, town, and Honor of Wallingford. Signed by William Knollys, 1st Earl of Banbury. Knollys (c. 1547-1632) held a number of positions and honors at court during the reigns of Elizabeth I (1544-1603) and James I (1603-1625), including castellan of Wallingford Castle, Lord Lieutenant of Berkshire, Comptroller and later Treasurer of the Royal Household, Privy Counsellor, and Knight of the Garter. Examined by Charles Clare and Algernon Williams.
Phillipps 28689
Concerning Hough Manor in the township of Hulland in the parish of Ashbourne. On dorse of sheet 4: a rental of the Chantry of the Hough dated 1589 June 24.
Phillipps 23836
Phillipps 28722
Noted as sealed and delivered in the presence of Anthony Bradbourne, Humphrey Woodward, Ralph Johnson, William Momford, and others.
Concerning the transfer of property in Bradbourne, Lea, Boylestone, Parwich, Kniveton, Hognaston, etc. (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28707
Concerning property in Bradbourne, Ballidon, and Parwich (Derbyshire). Signed by Thomas Rydgley, Margaret Rydgley, John Coples, Henry Denny, and others.
Concerning payment of rent as lump sum. Signed by John Watson in the presence of Henry Buxton and others.
Phillipps 30301
Concerning forty pounds per annum from certain lands paid by John Ferrers of Walton to Mary Harwar of London. Signed by John Ferrers. Noted as sealed in the presence of Nicholas Parkes, Timothy Budworth and William Frost.
Phillipps 28676
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Phillipps 23837
Concerning property in Great Clifton, Little Clifton (Cumbria) and Middleton (possibly Middleton-by-Youlgrave, (Derbyshire)). References Thomas Cokayn's wish that his daughter, Dorothy Pole, inherit property after his death. Copy of document dated 1566 July 23.
Phillipps 28692
Concerning a messuage and half a virgate. Location on manuscript: "Hethone" and "Hethton." Copy of document dated 1377 February 17.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28921
Concerning for the transfer of property in accordance with the will of
Concerning property in Hough, Fulwood (possibly Fulwood Castle at Middleton-by-Youlgrave), Ashbourne, Wirkesworth, etc. (Derbyshire)
Phillipps 27382
Phillipps 30332
With witness names on dorse.
Phillipps 28722
Consisting of abbreviated list of deeds for various places, including Lea, Marston (Warwickshire), Tamworth (Staffordshire), Tarrington, and World's End (Herefordshire) between 1580 and 1621.
Phillipps 28725
Copy of document dated 1441 March 23.
Phillipps 28689
Extracts from documents dated 1290-1422.
Phillipps 28682
Phillipps 28705
Phillipps 23836
Including references to Edward Ditchfield (salter), John Highlord (skinner and alderman), Humphrey Clarke and Francis Mosse (scrivener). See. L.e.170 for similar names.
Concerning Margaret Ferrers (d. 1375), second wife and widow of William Ferrers of Groby (d. 1371).
Phillipps 28693
Concerning the original endowment of the priory at the Castle of Tutbury by Henry de Ferrers and his wife Bertha in 1080. The priory was a dependency of the Norman abbey of St Pierre-sur- Dives. On dorse: "Coppie of th[e] foundation of Tutbury by Earle Ferrers taken out of th[e] Duchy Chamber. 1589".
Concerning a cottage, land and fishing rights in Walton (Derbyshire).
Phillipps 28689
Signed by
Phillipps 28686
On dorse: "A coppy of a ffyne of Walton acknowledged by John Ferrers . . . and Sir Humphrey Ferrers, knight".
Phillipps 24124 or 11013 (vol. 5)
Signed by
Phillipps 28699
On dorse: "Deed of Sir Edward Lyttleton of Pillaton".
Phillipps 21592
Including references to John Puckering, sergeant at law, and Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 24124 or 11013 (vol. 5)
In French.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Phillipps 28686
On dorse: "[C]ertain note[s] taken out of the records in the Tower [of London] by Mr. Edward." Another note (in Latin) stating that these were compiled for Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
On dorse: draft receipt concerning Francis Derick and William Hawes. Extracted from 14th century documents
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Phillipps 28678
Phillipps 24124 or 11013 (vol. 5)
Concerning
Phillipps 28689
Phillipps 28706
Phillipps 28707
Phillipps 28751
On dorse: "Grant to Henry de Fferrers of the manor of Arle. . ." Copy of document dated 1338. Examined by Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas.
Concerning the lease of a cottage.
Including references to the terms of the last will and testament of Robert Saulte.
Phillipps 28682
Phillipps 30332
Phillipps 30332
Including references to Anthony Fitzherbert, Sergeant at Law, William Venables, and the daughters of Robert Cotton.
Phillipps 28696
Including references to Thomas Spencer, Anthony Rooper, Robert Pershall, and Ralph Johnson.
Signed by William Martin, Edward Colburn, Richard Walker, and Roger Partridge.
Signed by Sir Humphrey Fleming, Timothy Badworth, and George Townro[n?], notary. On dorse: "My agreement with Mr Wightwick, Mr Felymyng, and Mr Hayward" (in the hand of Sir Humphrey Ferrers).
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Copied by William Ryley, keeper of the records in the Tower of London, and examined by Samuel Petyt, clerk of the Court of Common Pleas. Copy of document dated 1343.
Phillipps 24124 or 11013 (vol. 5)
Signed by John Martin.
Phillipps 28686
Date obliterated.
Concerning the ownership of Pooley, as held of Tamworth Castle.
Phillipps 28678
Concerning the sale of the property of Dorothy Cokayne by Sir Humphrey Ferrers and Edward Cokayne, possibly her executors. Month of date obliterated.
Signed by John Borrowes and John Nyclens.
Phillipps 28692
Concerning Sir Humphrey Ferrers and Edward Ferrers.
Phillipps 28689
Possibly an early copy.
Signed by Francis Freckleton. With witness signatures on dorse.
Signed by George Sanders, Thomas Evans, and Thomas Rogers.
Signed by Anne, Countess of Chesterfield and John Ferrers. Noted as sealed and delivered to the countess in the presence of Thomas Fox and Thomas Gibta[n?]; and sealed and delivered to John Ferrers in the presence of Francis Thacke and Thomas Fox.
Phillipps 30332
Copy of document dated 1428.
Concerning John Ferrers and Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 28679
Phillipps 28751
Phillipps 28713
Signed by Nicholas Broughton, James Profitt, and others.
Concerning property in Goltho, Lincs, Lillington, etc. (Warwickshire). Noted as sealed and delivered in the presence of Thomas Bearcroft and others. On dorse: "Mr Grantham his Letter of Attorney".
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Including references to Sir John Ferrers and Robert of Seckington.
Including references to "my ladies jointure".
At end of document: "This is true copy from th[e] original remaining in the Chapel of the Rolls having been examined."
On dorse: "Sir Humfrey Fferrers."
On dorse: "An Augementation for my daughter fferrers joynture" presumably in the hand of Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 23837
"Ferrers" written in left margin in later hand.
Signed by John Puckering and Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
On dorse: "M[r] Hyde['s] matter."
Copy of document dated 1392.
Phillipps 23837
On dorse: " [Obliterated] . . . Cockayne office".
Phillipps 23827
In this case William Cecil is acting as the agent of Elizabeth I in his capacity of Master of the Court of Livery and Wards. Including a receipt for Francis Cokayn signed by Anthony Brown, dated Hilary Term 1588.
Concerning the dower of Isabella de Ferrers, widow of Henry de Ferrers. Copied by William Ryley, keeper of records in the Tower of London, and examined by Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas. Copy of document dated 1333.
Concerning John Ferrers, heir to Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Copied by William Ryley, keeper of records in the Tower of London, and examined by Fabian Philipps, filacer of the Court of Common Pleas. Copy of document dated 1349.
Copy of document dated 1459.
First two sheets numbered in a contemporary hand.
Name of manor lost.
Phillipps 23836
Including later note.
Concerning Margaret de Clare (1293-1342), widow of Piers Gaveston (c. 1284-1312), favorite of Edward II. Copied by William Ryley, keeper of records in the Tower of London, and examined by Silvester Petyt, clerk of the Court of Common Pleas. Copy of document dated 1342.
Taken at Warwick.
Examined by Richard Dudley, Henry Liggott and others.
Phillipps 23837
Signed by
Consisting of short inventory of deeds housed in two boxes, presumable on one of the Ferrers estates. Including references to William Bradbourne, Edward Blount, and Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
With many corrections and annotations.
With many corrections and annotations.
Last page only.
Including references to Sir Edward Lytleton the elder and John Stanhope.
Including references to sellers John Gardner (dyer), Thomas Barran, and John Mitchell.
Phillipps 28696 and 30332
Consisting of accounts of costs relating to funeral and household expenses as expended by the executors of Lady Dorothy Cokayne. Including reference to Thomas Leving.
Phillipps 30332
Probably associated with the administration of the estate of the deceased. Endorsed by Sir Humphrey Ferrers, Edward Lyttleton, and Christopher Ensor.
Phillipps 30332
Probably related to probate.
Phillipps 28689
Concerning transaction between
Phillipps 24457
Concerning transaction between
Phillipps 28757
Concerning receipt of gold chain. Concerning transaction between Sybill Fulwell, Stephen Fulwell, [Hygherall?], goldsmith. Related to group of documents from Icklington (Cambridgeshire). See L.e.417.
Phillipps 25547
Concerning a transaction between John Wakers and John Ferrers.
Concerning debts due to Dorothy Ferrers that William Ferrers shall assume as a legacy.
Phillipps 30332
Phillipps 28716
Concerning a mortgage. "Sister Rouse" is Jane Rouse (d. 1656), daughter of Sir John Ferrers. Sometimes after Sir John's death in 1633, Jane married Thomas Rouse of Rouslench (Worcestershire). Thomas died in 1676.
Including a list of jurors.
Phillipps 28686
Phillipps 28686
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Phillipps 28682
Including reference to "de menyher Singer his bill."
Phillipps 28682
Including reference to "musicians at Oxford."
Phillipps 30335
Including references to the Earl of Leicester and G.A. Wall.
Concerning mostly groceries.
Phillipps 28682 and 30335
Including lobsters.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, 28721, and 28682
Including reference to Frances Orum, seamstress.
Phillipps 28689
Including references to Christopher Stretton, and Zach [Surnpaniny?].
Phillipps 28682
Phillipps 28682
For writing supplies (pens, ink, ink glasses, paper books, penknives, pencils) and for teaching Humphrey Ferrers from January 1, 1662/1663, Dorothy Ferrers and Joseph Gascoyne from June 22, 1663 to January 1, [1664].
Phillipps 28751
Including references to John Ferrers, John Ordway, and others.
Phillipps 28692
Concerning transactions between Nicholas Collins, John Ferrers, and William Kent.
Phillipps 28757
For books bought. Receipted for payment 29 December 1773.
Concerning property while Lord Ferrers was stationed in Clomnet, Ireland.
Phillipps 28679
Including references to "Aunt Fulwell," a relation of Stephen Fulwell. See L.e.291.
Phillipps 24451(?)
Including reference to J. Chester.
Phillipps 28730
Phillipps 28689 and 28751
Phillipps 28757
Concerning the Ashbourne Fair.
Phillipps 28757
Concerning the sale of wood. Probably general account. Including reference to Thomas Leving.
Phillipps 28757
Phillipps 28692
Name of the seller is lost.
Phillipps 22396
Including reference to William Tucklie.
Phillipps 28682
Including reference to Thomas [Lynley?].
Phillipps 28682
Including accounts for post costs and gardener's seed bill.
Phillipps 28682
Concerning disbursements.
Phillipps 30301
Phillipps 28757
Phillipps 28731
Phillipps 30335
Phillipps 28757
Endorsed: walkemill Rates att Chrystmas 1604. See L.e.350 and L.e.351.
Place unspecified but refers to Lutterworth, Leicestershire; Alrewas, Staffordshire; Bosworth, Leicestershire; Packington, Warwickshire; and Addersley (Adderley, Shropshire?). Perhaps referring to the Clarmorley Mill mentioned in Folger MS X.d.685 (24).
Phillipps 28757
Rent paid: 25 shillings. Possibly for accommodation in London.
Including references to Richard Edwards and Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 28683, 28686, and 28678
Phillipps 28682
Phillipps 30301
Four accounts.
Phillipps 28725
Concerning transactions between Henry Bradley and John Ferrers.
Phillipps 28682
Including reference to Mr. Bearcroft.
Including reference to Mr. Yardley. Relating to Cokayn executors. See L.e.298 and L.e.442.
Phillipps 28686
On dorse: fragment of a deposition.
Phillipps 28678
Concerning transactions between to Mr. Mumford and John Farley.
Phillipps 28678
Phillipps 28682
Phillipps 28722
Phillipps 30332
Phillipps 28751
2 copies.
Phillipps 30335 and 28689
Phillipps 30335 and 28689
Concerning arrangements between Sir Thomas Cokayne, Thomas Fleetwoode, Francis Cokayne, and Edward Cokayne.
Phillipps 30332
Concerning the payment of £109.
Concerning the payment of £44.
Concerning the payment of £105.
Phillipps 28678
Concerning the payment of £2 10 shillings.
Phillipps 28757
Concerning the payment of £55.
Phillipps 28688
Concerning the payment of £52.
Phillipps 30335
Concerning the payment of £52.
Concerning a debt of £32.
Phillipps 28714
Bond for £100 to keep covenants in indentures of even date. With endorsement referring to lease by Alsop to Ferrers.
Including references to Mr. Ferrers and [Mr?] Pargiter.
Phillipps 28692
Including reference to Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 30335
Concerning the case of Partych vs. Wrottesley.
Phillipps 28725
Phillipps 27382
Phillipps 28712
Concerning arrangement between Richard Edwards and Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Including reference to Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Concerning the business of William Bradbourne and Francis Bradbourne.
Phillipps 30301
Phillipps 27382
Including travel receipts.
Phillipps 27382
Phillipps 30301
Phillipps 27382
Including references to Christopher Freman and Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 27382
Phillipps 27382
Phillipps 28689
Phillipps 28751
Including reference to Mr. Mitchell.
Phillipps 28722
Phillipps 28682
Billed by Henry Legge to Sir John Ferrers.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Phillipps 28683
For more documents concerning this legal case, see L.1014 - L.e.1024.
Phillipps 30301
See L.1014-L.e.1024.
Phillipps 28751
Phillipps 22932
Indented bill for loan of 10 marks to be repaid at Michaelmas next.
Concerning jewelry and silver. Possibly an agreement.
Receipt for £200 due under a covenant.
Concerning £150 in relation to a marriage contract between Sir Humphrey Ferrers and Elizabeth Somervile. Including references to William Somerville of Eddleston and Thomas Camper of Ilgers.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
5 receipts concerning transactions between Sir Thomas Cokayne of Pooley and Lady Elizabeth Bradbourne. Possibly part of chancery award.
Phillipps 22932
Concerning transaction between Sir Humphrey Ferrers, Henry Wrichall, and John Lord.
Phillipps 27382
Concerning transaction between Jane Sacheverell and Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 28688
Possibly concerning a parish matter.
Phillipps 28682
Concerning arrangement between John Wightwick and Lady Elizabeth Ferrers.
Phillipps 22932
Concerning a transaction between William Parker and Thomas Low (carrier), and John Ferrers.
Phillipps 28682
Concerning a transaction between William Vanbrugh of London and John Ferrers.
Phillipps 28688
Phillipps 28686
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Concerning transaction between Walter Horton, John Ferrers, and Anne Hugford.
Concerning transaction between John Bradbourne and Sir John Ferrers.
Concerning £3, 6 shillings, 8 pence.
Phillipps 28723
Concerning 38 shillings, 4 pence.
Phillipps 28714
Concerning rent due from Lea. Including references to John Cotton and Lady Anne Ferrers.
Phillipps 30291, 28685, 28721, and 28714
Phillipps 28723
Phillipps 28692
Concerning £3, 6 shillings, 8 pence per 1/3 year rent on Mill Meadow [?].
14 receipts concerning 13s 4d rent due to Crown.
Phillipps 30301, 30294, 28685, 28721, 28723, and 28688
Including references to Sir Humphrey Ferrers and Thomas Royle.
Phillipps 28751
Concerning 15 shillings as a quarter of the annual rent.
Phillipps 24457
Concerning agreement between William Bedford and Mr. Ferrers for payment in lieu of tithes. Date lost, although this is most certainly around 1650, as William Bedford was pastor at Walton between 1646-1662.
Endorsed by John of Drayton Bassett.
Phillipps 28688
Concerning 38 shillings.
Phillipps 28757
Phillipps 28688, 28795?
Two receipts: one for £13, 6 shillings, 8 pence and one for £120.
Arranged chronologically. Concerning the rental of the vicarage at Icklington. Also included are documents concerning the stipend of the vicar. Many items signed by Robert Proctor, vicar of Icklington.
Phillipps 24457. Original arrangement in Phillipps volume reflected in numbers (1-154) added to right margin of items. No items were numbered 12-15, 24, 25, 28, 41, 42, 46, and 69.
Arranged chronologically. Concerning several topics, including the re-edifying of vicarage at Icklington.
Phillipps 24457. Original arrangement in Phillipps volume reflected in numbers (1-154) added to right margin of items. No items were numbered 12-15, 24, 25, 28, 41, 42, 46, and 69.
Copy of documents dated 1591 December 8.
Phillipps 23837
Copy of documents dated 1670 May 24.
Phillipps 23836
Including books. On dorse: "La[dy] Cokayne goode[s] and debte[s]".
Phillipps 28721 and 28705?
Phillipps 30301
Possibly related to probate inventory fragment Folger MS L.e.443.
Concerning household goods, mostly furniture. See L.e.159.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Concerning gifts of foods to tenants on inheritance.
Phillipps 28686
On dorse: "A copy of a writ . . . knight[hood]"
Phillipps 28686
Signed by Clement Throckmorton. Including reference to Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 28688
Richard Oughton of Over Whitacre holding lands by Knight service from Ferrers. Consideration: £5 per year. With endorsement.
See also Folger MS L.e.307.
Concerning the quartering of the royal arms of England and France with those of the Ferrers family and the use of the swan and feather in heraldic badges and descendants of Thomas, Duke of Gloucester, youngest son of Edward III.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Use of swan in recognition of his descent from Thomas of Woodstock.
Including information on the descent of the barony of Walden from James Howard, the descent of the barony of Tamworth from Robert de Marmion, and the descent of the barony of Percy.
Phillipps 28688, 28678, 30294, 28685, and 28721
Including a note from Lady Dorothy Cokayne at end of document.
Phillipps 28689
Phillipps 28689
Phillipps 22932
Phillipps 23836
Apparently sent to Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 28683
Consisting of family trees as descended from Roger de Bradbourne, George Booth Bart (later Baron Delemer), Thomas, Duke of Gloucester, and Henry, 1st Viscount Bourchier.
Phillipps 28689, 27382, and 28688
Concerning the names of the 16 quarterings of the Compton Family in the escutcheon set up in Ashby Church in 1733. Including sketch of heraldic achievements.
Consisting of list of the 75 coats of arms that members of the Ferrers family have used. Including descent of James Howard, Earl of Suffolk.
Phillipps 30300
Writes to him about the matter of the abbot of Hales, Owen, and Ludlow. The abbot is willing to discharge Ferrers of the £10 he owes. Discusses other money related matters, mentioning Bradford the knight. Address on verso of leaf.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Letter sent through Wyrley. Reports that he has received the King's letter to make twenty archers or gunners. He has certified the Lord Admiral. He has been steward of the Priory of Allercott and Shottington for more than twenty years, but now George Robinson "hathe itt in fferme." Requests that he give "creydence to my cousyn Wyrley," the bearer of the letter, and advertise him of the King's commandment.
They write to Ferrers regarding a man named Humfrey Clay who has come into Ferrers' service as a miller. William Comberford claims Clay as his servant still. Letter is also signed by Humfrey Hall.
Address on verso of leaf.
Phillipps 2151 and 23121
Discusses a lawsuit. He was tenant at Highlow during the minority of Thomas Eyre. Mr. Nicholas Bagshaw challenged the tithe in kind, which Alsop refused to pay. Bagshaw sued him at Lichfield. Discusses the suit, the negotiations, and Bagshaw's deception: without his knowledge, Bagshaw "had a writ of excomunicato capiendo against mee." He was forced to pay £6, 6 shillings, 8 pence.
Phillipps 24126
Writes to him as a Justice of the Peace. Thanks him for being kind to his parish. His neighbor Nicholas Taylor has informed him that Ferrers is angry with Arskyng for some words allegedly spoken by him in the pulpit in disgrace of Ferrers's proceedings, words of which Butler, one of their "poor" has informed Ferrers. Denies ever saying anything ill about him or thinking ill of him. Thinks Ferrers has always dealt most kindly with their neighbors and the poor. Mentions Mr. Milward of Chilcote, Mr. George Abney, and Mr. Dangham. "I doubt not my infamy is gone further then ever my credit went." Describes his financial losses: "2 kine better then 5 [pounds] 2 coalts 4 mark well knowen ... bonds for whomsoever I was surety beside my charges in law & other losses." It grieves him that the report of "such a bad fellow" should so much prevail against him. "Well when all is gone yet god is never gone, I refer my self to him in all things pro me, si mereor, in me." Hopes he has not alienated him.
From his "Lovinge cosen." Writes that his brother-in-law Nicholas Bradbourne has made a breach of pound within his franchise at Ball Hall, from which he took eleven sheep, the goods of George Hill. His bailiff seized them for him and impounded them. Asks him to cause them to be returned to his franchise. Address on verso of leaf.
Has received his letter dated February 1. Confirms that the sheep were seized by his bailiff as the goods of a fugitive, a servant of Ferrers. Discusses legal matters pertaining to this action and to the pound breach. No address on verso of leaf.
Phillipps 28682
Has sent by the bearer letters from the council, touching on the removal of the "notoryous" force and disorder committed at Drayton to the "hassard" of some of his servant's lives. Seeks the assistance of Lord Dudley, Mr. Trentham, Mr. Adderley, Mr. James, and Mr. Wyrley and "suche others as you shall thinke willinge." Understands Lord Paget is not now in the country. No address on verso of leaf.
Phillipps 2688
Acknowledges receipt of his letter. Has sent him a letter which he received from Sir Anthony Astley concerning a sale to be made of Ballidon. Asks him to return the letter. Offers his assistance. If it pleases Ferrers, he "will at this Parliamente endeavour my best."
With integral leaf containing "Remembraunce[es] for my brother Tymothy" (i.e. notes for action to be taken relating to a petition against Sir Humphrey Ferrers).
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Address on verso of leaf. He has sent his man for his rent, which is £11, 13 shillings, 4pence. Commends himself to Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Has promised he will no further prevent the matter.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
According to the terms of a covenant between them, if any messuage or tenement come out of lease during his life, they should make a joint lease of land in "Harwege" held by Humphrey Willington and Thomas Mumford, whose present lease in now nearing an end. Recommends Mr. William Parker for a lease to be made.
Phillipps 22932
Address leaf containing on its recto Ferrers's draft reply (L.e.473 (2)). Subscribes the letter: "By yo[u]r poore destresed Sister in Lawe." Thanks him for her last visit in the country, Mr. Parker having willed her to visit him. Had left her husband sick at home and asks his pardon for having returned to her husband without seeing Ferrers. Her husband died ten days after her return, leaving her and her children in "harde estat." Asks him to help them "for god[es] cause"; if he does not accept her "fyrst offer," she hopes he will not be offended if she seeks help elsewhere.
Phillipps 22932
On the recto of the integral address leaf of L.e.473 (1). Extends his condolences upon receiving her letter announcing the death of her husband. Will be "content in compassion" to her. Recognizes the "nearnes of blood" of her children and his. Advises her to seek help elsewhere; if she fails he will not be "hard harted" towards her, and he will help her.
Phillipps 22932
Has learned from her brother Milward that Ferrers wants to meet with her ("and my frendes") about her jointure and the estates she has from her husband. Asks that he write to her in advance about what he in particular requires from her and her friends. Subscribes letter: "your pore systor in lawe."
Writes as his "lovyng" brother-in-law. Is sorry to hear that his sister is "soore" sick; writes to learn how Ferrers and his sister are faring. Requests that Ferrers have his attorney move that the case in Chancery between him and Anthony Bradbourne be ended.
Desires him to be his friend. Writes that he was greatly overcharged in the last subsidy from Eddlestow. Requests the breaking of more ground. He has been driven to his "schyftes this yeare": of the money he received from him he brought home but £18, out of which he paid his brother Nicholas. Requests his help.
Phillipps 30293
Ferrers has written to him, on behalf of Bradbourne's brother Francis, for money. Has sent the money to Ferrers to be paid to his brother.
Phillipps 28682
Address on verso of leaf. Requests that he lend him a red bull for breeding; offers his own red bull, which "goothe to other growndes aboute me," in its stead.
Phillipps 22932
Discusses his brother Francis. Asks for Sir Humphrey's advice.
Phillipps 24126
Discusses the descent of Clareley. Has learned that both Clareley and "the hundred" were given by a king of England to one of Ferrers's ancestors in tail and that the reversion remains in the Crown, with no assurance binding on another generation. Is willing to give to him "the worthe of them."
Discusses a business-related matter pertaining to the sale of a manor. Understands that his man has offered Ferrers £1000 for the manor [Clareley] and the hundred. Requests that he let him know the next term at which rate he can have it.
Phillipps 22932
Also addresses to William Asgard. Has been informed by Roger Mapperley that the pale of Her Majesty's park at Highling is in need of repair ("the deare can not be kept in but will flee out"). Asks them to investigate the matter and to furnish pale timber for any necessary repairs. [Brograve was the attorney for the duchy of Lancaster.]
Phillipps 30293
Discusses matters relating to his land in Hognaston and other places, including the amounts of various rents. Also discusses lands held by Mr. Bradbourne and the possibilities of possession or reversion of these lands upon Bradbourne's death.
Phillipps 28682
Discusses estate-related matters: he found no records at Shipe relating to the matters he had asked him to research. Has learned, though, some information about the parsons at Shipe: the old one "did Ryng his beeldes [i.e. bells?]" at Shipe between Christmas and Shrove-tide twenty years before, but "what daye or in what wicke I coulde not vnderstand." Has also learned that the parson before the one mentioned died the week before Christmas twenty years before. Also touches on buildings and the support of Ferrers therein.
Phillipps 30301
Addressed to "Sir." Writes to him about an order from the Lord Chancellor for wood to be taken out of "High Lynnes" Park (because it is "the nerest place to Burton") for brewing at Burton. Does not know whether there is a warrant for any woods to be taken out of Lord Paget's grounds. Believes that ten loads will be sufficient for a month. No address on verso of leaf.
Addressed to "Good knight." Writes to him regarding his tenant, a poor man from Polesworth named Austen Tayler. Sends Tayler to him to resolve a dispute between Tayler and another poor tenant at Polesworth.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Announces the Bishop's "visitation" the following Tuesday, July 15. Requests that he discharge the fees. Signs the letter as the parson of Walton.
Phillipps 28692
Discusses matters relating to a land deal ("my self being moved to doe some acte dangerous to my own p[ar]ticuler"). Expresses his desire to do him a favor. Mentions Goodale: "Goodale I think will walke hand in hand w[i]th me and no further." Trusts that he will not think it fit for him to make a "plaine opposition" against his landlord.
Writes about a suit between Cokayne and Cokayne's mother. Francis Fitzherbert and Robert Milward have made "motions" to compromise the matters between the mother and son. Asks Ferrers for assistance in ending these controversies. Mentions Sir Edward Littleton. Describes a toothache.
Phillipps 30293
Discusses whether Lady Puckering had used some "hard speeches" on him behind his back. Attempts to resolve the issue. Combes asked her to call to memory anything offensive that she might have said about Ferrers to anyone. Reports that she replied that nobody could accuse her of that and that such an act would be a "synn odious in her hart."
Phillipps 22932
Thanks him for his love and good affections. Wishes to see him. Advises him that their proceedings are likely to be successful.
Phillipps 30293
Has found in the window of his lodging letters and papers that Ferrers left behind. The papers relate to a suit that the Earl of Shrewsbury has brought against them. Is glad Lady Bradbourne is with him at Tamworth. Discusses Sir Humphrey Bradbourne: he would be glad to have a copy of the inventory of Bradbourne's goods and property that was made after his death. Discusses business matters.
Phillipps 28692
Acknowledges receipt of letter. Discusses business matters. Mentions Mr. Mitchell.
Discusses legal matters relating to Walton parsonage. Mentions that Edwards took sheep. Explains that the dispensation of the Bishop will not help because Edwards was not Lord Stafford's chaplain at the time when he procured the dispensation.
Sends him a copy of a letter sent to him from the late servant of Sir R. Bagnall regarding the parson's qualifications: "I wyll as sone as I can, taulke w[i]th some of my L. Stafford[es] fathers men, yf they can tell, whether the p[ar]son were any of his chapleyns in quene maryes dayes or about the begeneng of the quenes ... Reygn that now is."
Phillipps 24126
Apologizes for missing an appointment. Suggests a meeting the following day at Walton or Tamworth for "futher hearinge of this cause" with Mr. George Matthew, himself, Holt, and Smith. Warns him that he will find Holt obstinate.
Phillipps 24126
Writes to him regarding a presentment to the church. Reports of a meeting he and R. Ferrers had with the Bishop of Chelsea, and the Bishop's answer. Rayle's admission was by warrant from the Queen, and he would not undo that in favor of Ferrer's clerk. Discusses a writ against the Bishop and incumbent, advice from Mr. Gregory and Mr. Anderson, and the advowson. Mentions the marriage of Mr. Charles Cavendish a fortnight ago, and the wishes of my Lady Grace (Cavendish). [note: Henry Cavendish married Grace Talbot on February 9, 1567/68; Charles is perhaps a mistake].
Phillipps 22932
Thanks him for his letter. Discusses business at the Court of Augmentation, matters relating to the property of Sir Humphrey Bradbourne, Francis Bradbourne, and the Abbey of Dunstable.
Phillipps 30332
Discusses legal, business, and estate-related matters. Relates news on the process awarded out of the Exchequer against land tenants of the lands in Bradbourne recently conveyed by Sir Humphrey Bradbourne without license. He has acquainted Mr. Cotton with the manner of the process awarded; Mr. Cotton suggested that it might be discharged "in the best manner," which Cotton thinks his brother-in-law, William Bradbourne, should take special care of. Anthony Bradbourne thinks the digging of lead ore by Ferrers is unlawful. Mentions Gilman's suit: he does not think there will be any trial at the next assizes. Acknowledges receipt of "your booke of Survey of the wood," and has delivered the same to Mr. Andeley to be sent to the Chancellor. Discusses the audit at Tutbury, trees in Needwood, and other issues pertaining to lands.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Copy of L.e.501. Encloses a petition brought by Jane Sacheverell for non-payment of an annuity of £80 allowed her from her late husband Henry Sacheverell, which "ought to haue bene payed on the xth of ... October."
Phillipps 22932
Encloses a petition brought by Jane Sacheverell for non-payment of an annuity of £80 allowed her from her late husband Henry Sacheverell, which "ought to haue bene payed on the xth of ... October."
Phillipps 28683
From his "obedient daughter." Requests that her father send her brother Walter to her with his messenger because her husband, who is ill, wants to see him. Also requests that if her husband dies that Ferrers will "become a father vnto my sonne & a head vnto mee, to defende vs frome the persecution of some Bloodsuccers amongst vs." Prays for his recovery.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Address on verso. Shows concern that her loving father has been ill. Acknowledges receipt of his letter delivered by his brother Walter. Hopes God will restore his health. "I besech yov for god sake bare a beattar openyon of me".
Phillipps 30293
Remembers that he was interested in knowing the considerations to be offered to the daughters of Eyre's deceased brother Thomas. Discusses Highlow and Offerton and his interest in them. Explains that his brother Thomas purchased and bought the same two parts.
Phillipps 2886
Address on verso. Writes to his "very good brother." Discusses matters relating to farm animals ("myne hoges and the great Cowe"). Reports that twenty-three swine of "a smaller sowrt" remain.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Address on verso of leaf. Discusses matter relating to animal husbandry, including the shearing of sheep and weighing of wool. Reports the inventory.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Discusses household and related matters ("yester day here came ten ferkins of wyne and a small renlet of oyle ..."). Mentions
Phillipps 28683
Address on verso. Discusses estate-related matters, including hay crops and animal husbandry (the whelps of cows). Mentions that Mr. Thomas Butte had word that Ferrers cannot come to the Assizes because he is ill.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Address on verso. Has received goods from Mr. Parker and Mr. Anthony. "As I came towarde Walton at harlesson ... I met George hills hounds hvntinge the red deare I set into him and folloed him till we cam to the Clossure betweene thaworth and thorpe..." Mentions Mr. Burwell and "cussen burden" in relation to the poaching incident.
Phillipps 30293
Responds to him and "my worthy sisters": "I went to London the Last term w[i]th a confident resolusion to have made a finall end of all diferences betwixt vs" relating to a land dispute. Discusses the resolution and hopes that he will find the proposal reasonable.
Phillipps 28716
Mr. Comes recommends his kinsman to be a burgess for Tamworth. Discusses court news: "itt is thought the parlement will begine a boutte the xxth of October, the writt[es] are sceled butt nott come downe."
Phillipps 28688
Writes to his "Good father." Addresses his financial debts ("my own misfortune"). Assures him that he esteems his "ffatherly blessing above any thinge in this Lyffe" and that he would rather die than "over throw or discreditt" his family.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Writes to his "verry loving Brother." Acknowledges receipt of his May 10 letter regarding a commission to provide hawks, but will not be able to satisfy the same until about Michaelmas. Mentions Somerville. Discusses the activities of his servant Robert Holt and Mr. Colmers, Holt being in love with Mr. Colmer's daughter. Fears the political situation will keep him abroad at least three weeks or a month. News of the Earl of Essex being made a general. Relates international news: "the great Turke will come downe in p[er]sone this somer, against themperor"; mention of the "good" prince of Transylvania.
Has written him three letters since his coming into England. Discusses household matters. Hopes he has received the Rhenish wine. Mentions that his servant John Kelling will send him claret wine. Discusses financial matters relating to Mr. Persall and Robert Milward; Anglo-Irish relations (the Earl of Tyrone "oppereth to be a loiall Subiect"); and other current political news. Has business to attend to with "my good Lord of Essex"; after that is tended to, he will be able to visit him. Mentions his "cossen" William Cokayne"thelder."
Phillipps 28689
Has received his letter of the 12th from his servant Jobe Lavender. Has been busy at court and would have been with him over the holidays if he had been able to spare the time. Mentions the present news of Ireland "causes." Describes the New Year's present he gave to the Queen ("a small standing cope verry well wroght and maid in Noremberg") and her reaction when he met with her on January 12 in the "great Chamber" (she said, "I doe estime ytt greattley, and doe kepe ytt for myne owne vse ... But I estime the giver much more"). Discusses the situation with Spain. Thanks him for gifts ("the kynd tokins") which he received from him. (The gift of the cup is mentioned a New Year's gift roll, Folger MS Z.d.17: "By Mr Ferris a Merchant one guilte Cuppe with a Couer stayned with sondry colores & some siluer leaves poiz.")
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Reports that he is being sent by the Queen on an embassy to the King of Denmark. Requests that he send up Conrad Stenshorn to accompany him on the trip. Also requests that his cousin Walter Ferrers accompany him. Hopes that the trip will be no longer than two months.
Has received his watch, which shall be mended and returned. Discusses his letter to the Lord Treasurer ( Thomas Sackville, Lord Buckhurst) regarding his impost. He had been with the Lord Treasurer a few days before and asked him about it. The Lord Treasurer answered that before next Michaelmas "you could not have aney; and about that tyme told me I might remember him againe." The Lord Treasurer also told him that few kings had any allowance of impost. Thomas Ferrers will let Mr. A. Banning know what he has written. Discusses purchases made on his behalf, and the resulting costs. News from Ostend relating to the siege; mentions the brothers, Sir Francis Vere and Sir Horatio Vere.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Address on verso. Acknowledges receipt of his January 28, 1603 letter. Has been away at the funeral of his cousin Cokayne. Relates that Cokayne named his brother William his executor and himself and Nicholas Pearson overseers. Describes the funeral. Has received a gift of 6 cheeses and delivered three of them to Mr. Alderman Banning. Acknowledges receipt of a cask of "very good" sack. Discusses purchasing and sending to him sturgeon, sugar, pepper, and onion seed. Notes the prices. Has not received an answer from his letter dated January 18 regarding his bill of impost. News from the court: Lady Stafford is deathly ill; Lady Skidmore is sick and has left Court. There is some fear of Ostend because of the last hard frost. Dined with Mr. Redish at a neighbor's house, Mr. Bullocke. Discusses Cokayne's bequest.
Phillipps 22932
Has received a letter from Lord Spencer, who requests a meeting at Rochester on the sixth of the present month. It rained the whole previous day. Discusses a financial venture: Lord Spencer "did send his chiffe man vnto me ... that I should maike over for france 1000 [pounds sterling]." He will do that today, if he can find good takers and price accordingly. Believes this will be very profitable for him. Hopes to be at Dover the following Saturday "to taike shiping." Is staying at the house of William Cokayne. Discusses business matters relating to the purchase of lands (at Nonkaton and thereabout), which Cokayne should buy.
Has found and sent to him writings for Walton; will bring him any more he finds himself. Requests that he accept into his service Mr. Willis, the bearer of the letter. Describes Willis as one who could have played both the virginals and the lute, but he has stopped practicing due to the financial constraints of his mother, who is charged with many children. Requests that if he and his Lady are unable to employ Willis that they will be a means of placing him elsewhere "for my sake."
Commends the widow Eliot to him. She has entreated him to write on her behalf to end a dispute between her and Humphrey Ferrers. Endorsed "Mr ff Gattaks."
Phillipps 30293
Addresses a suit pertaining to the murder of a man at Tamworth: "the cawse in question Betwene you, Cookeson of Couentrye, the mother of the p[ar]tie, who was slayne at Tamworthe, And his next Kynseman in blodde." Suggests a settlement of payments to the parties.
Phillipps 30293
No address on verso of leaf. Writes of the "quarell" at Tamworth relating to the murder of a man. Has discussed the case and the proposed settlement of £20 with Mr. Morgan. The "woorste peace is Better; then the Best warre ... xx li is mooney; But yo[u]r peace, yo[u]r quyet ... is more to yo[u]; then xx li."
Phillipps 3029
Sends him a copy of a letter which he intends to send to Mr. Breton on his behalf. Asks him for his opinion of the letter and advises him that, with his consent, he will send a messenger "at my owne charges" to Mr. Breton in London "to fetche me his answeare" as soon as possible. Includes a copy of a letter regarding the reversion of a close. The letter also mentions the parties involved: Thomas Swelves, "my Cooke," and Daniel Carey.
No address. Copy of a letter, with corrections, addressed to "S[i]r Henry." His freeholders and Sir Henry's tenants in Warton think "my Conyes" [i.e. rabbits] are a heavy burden on them and on Sir Henry. Discusses a rabbit warren and the release (to him and the tenants of Warton) of all his "free warren" in Polesworth and Warton. Also discusses his warrener of Warton. Mentions a Mr. Corbett.
Addresses letter to "S[i]r Humfrey." Learns from his tenant in Warton, John Orton, that a meeting regarding some matter would be on the 20th of the present January at Tamworth.
Address on verso of leaf. Letter from a tenant to his "good ... Landlord." Requests his worship's pardon that he could not wait upon him. Has been occupied with business matters that cannot be put off. Will try to visit him en route to London. Discusses his "old petyrivner" named Harper, by whom he has been so "hardlye measured" that he is unable to brook it. Encloses rent in the amount of £7, 10 shillings and asks him to pardon the lateness because of the aforesaid business.
Discusses troubles that have developed since he was with him in London: he has been followed by an adversary. Describes a plot against him in his absence. Craves his "favoure to pardon my falt and yt wold please [you] to receve [your] rent."
Phillipps 22932
Had promised Mr. Edwards that he would have waited upon him before now, but a dispute arose between him and the new sheriff. Explains that Mr. Richard Corbett desired that Ferrers should lease a township and that he would not yield. Requests that he let him speak with him before anything is done about it. Has come home from London and will go to the sessions where the underbailiffs are in great trouble and the sheriff has "much abused [your] offyce."
Phillipps 22932
Writes as his "lovinge" brother-in-law. They are to meet at Stapenhill the following day. Requests payment: "I have sente yow bonde by my man & doe Intreate yow to deliver to hym the Bill."
Phillipps 28714
Informs him that the Parliament writs were sealed at Basing on the 11th of September. If he does not intend to "stand" himself, requests that he and his friends "strenthen me therin."
Phillipps 22932
Writes to him at the behest of her husband, from whom she has received a letter pertaining to his request of the previous night: "your best furtherance as concerninge your owne voyce with your good frendes and freeholders."
Phillipps 22396
Address on verso of leaf. Requests that Ferrers not force the 18 year-old son of Harpur's good friend and neighbor to serve in Ireland. If the son goes, then Harpur will send for the Coroner, knowing the father will not tarry all winter.
The bearer, his good neighbour Mr. Rossington, a servant to Mr. Cavendish, had his man "pressed" for Foston and Scropton "by the practise of some that love him not." Requests that his be discharged, which he thinks Ferrers will be able to do, since he has "pressed" more than are to go.
Phillipps 24126
Writes in behalf of his neighbor "Charnelles" whose "day of aparance" is now at hand. Confirms that he also had written in his behalf to Lord Leicester, informing him that he had learned that he was not there at the time of the murder of his man, but that witnesses are not to be brought in this case. Has received answer by letter and speech of Mr. Markham. Requests that he stand friendly towards him so that he may be discharged from his "aparance."
Many emendations, requesting that the recipient address the matter of "misdeameanors" committed in the Queen's woods belonging unto the Honor of Tutbury. Requests information on the number of trees cut down since he came to the office of Chancellor of the Duchy, by what warrant they were cut down, how many were delivered under the Queen's ax, and how many were taken without the ax, and the names of those that made "such vnreasonable cutting & cropping" of the Queen's woods.
Phillipps 28688
Writes as his "loueinge & assured" nephew. Discusses debts of his cousin Holte of Lancashire.
Phillipps 24126
Seeks his assistance on behalf of a soldier: "I so often trouble yow about these occasions of yo[u]r respite & favor toward[es] soldiers ..." Is moved to request that he show favor to one Thomas Wright of Applebye, who is "prest for his s[er]vice." Explains that Wright, though he dwells in Applebye, is a tenant of his in Leicestershire, and, being made "acquaynted & the Case standing as yt dothe", he hopes he might "spare him wherin yow maye doe me some pleasure".
Phillipps 28707
No address on verso of leaf. Addresses the letter to "S[i]r Humfrey". Relates that a "boy" was apprehended at Ashby-de-la-Zouch for a burglary committed at a place in Nottinghamshire called "Hucknall Torcote" and that the boy was brought before him. Upon examination, the burglar, Leonard Hatfeild, implicated Thomas Hutchinson in the crime ("a party accessary"). Hatfeild reveals that he, Hutchinson, and Alice Cumberledge were to meet the following Thursday night at Shuttington "in Warwick ... nere to you", at which meeting Hutchinson and Cumberledge were to be married. Alerts him so that Hutchinson can be apprehended.
Phillipps 24126
Letter from (and signed individually by) the Wardens of the Company of Drapers ( Edward Hyde, Edmund Moore, John Langley, Mitchell Pennyston) regarding a complaint made unto them by Thomas Temple of Barton. The complaint alleges that a sum of money, £215, from the estate of Mr. Thomas Russell, Temple's deceased uncle and the founder of a free school in Barton, was given by the executors to Mr. Richard Edwards, "one of the visitors thereof" for the building of the school, but that "yett ... the one half of the said Schole is vnfinished". The complaint also alleges that the schoolmaster there "is raging" as his best scholars have left him. They are now of "the mynde not to paye any more of the yerely stypende" to the schoolmaster "vntill the said Schole be fynished". Letter is addressed on the verso to Ferrers and "the rest of the visitor[s?] of mr Russells freeschole of Barton in the Countie of Stafford".
Phillipps 22932
Has received his letter (dated "showetwesdaye last"), but he was away, and his wife would not deliver the money unto the bearer until Hyde returned home. Mentions that he understands from his last letter dated the second of March that "my ... humffrey is nowe with you at Walton and that you are desirous he should be prouided of a good scholmaster, the which I haue prouided him of when I last writ vnto you". Hopes to meet and to thank a certain lady (Lady Puckering?) in London "this nexte terme", for her "great care of him."
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
No address on verso of leaf. Mentions his son "S[i]r Iohn". Regarding a letter from "Mr chauncellor & Mr attorney of the douchye" for allowance of "tymber and trowse to be mad to me the farmor of Vtocetter [Uttoxeter] Moores for repayers to be done vppo[n] the water there ..." The time has now come for the cutting of the "toppes" of the trees, to use them for the repairs upon the banks of the water. Requests that he let the bearer of this letter, his keeper, understand whether he will grant warrant for him to do so, for without his farther warrant "I have geue[n] him charge nott to medle w[i]th the same". Also requests an additional tree "to be taken in the moores to make rayles and fensinge for apeece of grownde theire".
Has received his "kind letters in ample performance of yo[u]r noble & free promises." Philosophical discussion. "[O]nly we are as [th]e waterbowes to latch [sic?] what shall fale from abooue wherin you haue this Aduauntage to ingage me further then I haue power to dischardge & soe to make the debt perpetuall." Mentions "[th]e Marchaunts finall resolutions & the Imbassadors negotiation". Also addresses Sir William Walter and Sir Richard Brooke.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Legal matters relating to common rights. Alerts him that with respect to his actions in the new enclosure Sir Anthony Asheley asserts that "yow haue noe com[m]on by p[re]scription" and, to the actions of Ferrers in the sheep-walk, Ashley "doth pleade the statute and that he hath lefte suf[fic]ient Com[m]ons." Mr. Willyam Browne's man is coming up with his master's horses the following Wednesday. Mentions Mr. Jackson. Has not heard whether Mr. Okeaver and Francis Cokayne were served subpoena. Sir Anthony Ashley brought Francis Cokayne's "boy" before the Lords in the Star-Chamber, "who haue awarded him fyve mark[es] coste". Has been twice with Mr. Browne and Mr. Pagett about Sir Anthony's bill, but is unable "to certyfie as yet vpon what pointe to take yssue".
Phillipps 28682
No address on verso of leaf. Has met with Mr. Holte, who was on the way to Drayton and to whom he reported on what business Ferrers had sent him. Mr. Holte said Mrs. Fayth expected "the receite of ... all ... thing[es] geven her" by Lady Cokayne. He showed Holt "good reason to the contrary", whereupon he perused the acquittance and wrote to Mrs. Fayth "to seale the same" and to send it to him at Drayton the following morning by ten o'clock. Holte will send his men to Tamworth "vntill the acquyttaunce do Come". Will ride all night "yf my horse will gyve me leaue" to be there in the morning.
Phillipps 22932
No address on verso of second leaf. With numerous emendations. Dated, in another hand, on the verso of the first leaf. Has exhibited five bills of indictment against Mr. Digby, Mr. Hoston, Mr. Curson, and other people for "forcyble entry Ryott taking of my good[es]" to the value of 200 hundred pounds, and "for the murdring of my man". Has found Lord Stafford and Lord Dudley "very ernest in the cause ... and in the taking of harcourt who the world comdemneth to be the cheffe ayd[e]r of this outragius dealing"; Walter Harcourt of Tamworth and his two sons "have byn ayders very much vnto the Rebell[es]". Mentions Mr. Trentham, Mr. Adderly, Mr. Crompton, Mr. Warninges, and Mr. James.
Phillipps 28682
No address on verso. With emendations. Dated, in another hand, on the verso. Discusses a plot. Has learned of a meeting of Nicholas Beaumont, Henry Goodere, and Thomas Robinson, who were together "Att nothingam and laye Att a howse" of Sir Francis Willoughby "Att Woleston." Has had "Secrett entelligence" from some of the tenants "of the mannor" that there would be an attempt "geven to take the possession vnto" Thomas Robinson's use "now that he was come vnto yt." Sir Thomas Stanhope was once in "ther company," and he might be able to "tell somewhat of ther conference." Stanford used these words: "that yf he and I were to gether he wolde kyll me or I shold kyll hym."
No address on verso. With emendations. Legal matters. Discusses the suit of "wyddow" Tanfield. Had understanding that the sheriff of "warr Att the Suet of wyddow tanfylde had extendid Alcott Shyttington Anstry and Copnell" for £300. Confirms that he sent Mr. Parramor letters to let him know this. Also had sent to Parramor a copy of the extension that the under-sheriff gave to his servant, wrapping the letter in a piece of paper "thingking [sic] hit requyrd hast." Understands now by his servant that Parramor says "he hath my lett[e]r" and that "I delyv[er]ed the possession of the Land[es] vnto tanfylde." Tells him that he has dealt honestly with him. A servant of his told him that "your Lo[rdship] wold have [put] me in no trust."
Phillipps 28716
Starts letter with "Humfrey."
Copies of two letters, with emendations. The first, addressed to Mr. Parramore: requests assistance for Rafaell Gandley and John Endsore, "whom I praye you to deale So well .... in easing them of ... troble and hynderaunce." The other, unaddressed [to the Earl of Leicester], requests a resolution of a land dispute: "the Longe costodye of the manor of Drayton ... dothe enforce me to crave your full resolution therin so I may do it w[i]t[h]out offence and as hit is A thing most fyttinge for on [sic] of your estate." Has found it a "costly pece of worke in kepping."
No address on verso of leaf. A draft, with numerous emendations. Discusses estate matters and legal matters relating to the apprehension of principal offenders. Describes the search for John Robynson, William Harmon, and John Chidley, who had gone with others through Sutton towards Worcestershire their friends. Makes "further serch" for them at two houses in Middleton to no avail. Goes to the ailing, bedridden John Endsor, "and of hym the messenger dyd tak bond to appeare befor the Lo[rd] of the consell" within eight days. Is promised Endsor's son Christopher Endsor will "geve me secrett intelligence wher I may come by [the offendors]." Encloses a letter from John Endsor that includes a note in the hand of Mr. Harcourt for the receiving of some part of the "Arbage monay" which he should have received from Chistopher Endsor.
Phillipps 28686
His brother is "absent", and he has sent him the letter and examination that "I receved from you." Seeks a resolution between him and Bretton, "for [th]e matt[e]r of the death of the man ther can be composition or dealing but by course of lawe." Requests that he send for the parties "to come to some convenyent plan ... to avoyd you further troble and paynes." Mentions "humfry fferrers my S[e]rvant".
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Discusses dogs. Writes to his "Loving Cosin" about "my hound," which he wishes had been more pleasing to him. Since he does not like the hound, "I haue Returned yo[u]r owne".
Phillipps 30293
No address. With manuscript letter on recto and verso. Mr. Holte is away "from home." Will return as quickly as he can, having heard only yesterday of the hour of his meeting. Discusses a dispute relating to a common. "[Y]ou shall fynde certayne that my tenaunt[es] haue euer had common on cuttle heath & c. ... & they that co[m]playne moste haue the least cause." His cousin Rydley's title is not in question "betwyxt vs." If Mr. Ferrers and he will show evidence, "I wyll also shewe ..." He will forsake both "these tytles & trust to A thyrd," which he will not disclose until the others are ready to show their books. "Lea & Dunton haue all [th]e com[m]odytye & poore moxhull the lesse."
Phillipps 22932
Discusses estate matters relating to the herding of sheep. Informs him that "Swanne and Mendape cam .. to the new inclosure ... to fyght w[i]th yo[u]r men, when they offerred to dryve ffourth yo[u]r shepe" but his servants stepped between them and the sheep, causing them to "forbeare the shepe". Relates that Mendape at first denied saying that Ferrers "were noe man nor kept any man", but then admitted he was "hurt w[i]th stones" by his shepherds and in his anger "might sey somthing more then was fytting". Mentions Francis Cokayne and Mr. Bullock.
No address on verso of leaf. "[T]he Coventrey men haue byn heare accordinge to promyse ..."
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Discusses the letting of land. Mr. Bradbourne "earnestly desyrethe that y[o]u will not sett the [Mylne?] feild to Rylye any more". "[Y]our ... pasture will be mutche better, then by letting yt hym".
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Writes to his "good" brother to discuss the matter which is "fallen outte betwixtte" Mr. Ferrers and Mr. Brittain. Requests a meeting to discuss the case. At the bottom of the leaf is an undated autograph letter in
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
With address on verso of leaf. Writes to his very loving "coosin". Requests relief in behalf of the bearer, his (unnamed) kinsman, who has lost in a fire "not onelie his dwellinge house but also all of the most ... of his goods" to his great impoverishment and decay, "beinge now in his olde age charged with a wief and a great sort of small children". Is writing to some of his good friends in behalf of the kinsman "to make collection for him amongest themselues".
Phillipps 22932
Discusses a legal matter involving Greene. "Greene doethe contynewe the keeping of court[es] by his brother as in the righte of his sonne" who is about eight years old. He has caused proclamation to be made in the market towns that he "hath nothinge to doe in the hundreth by reasone of a forfiture and then a surrender". Has heard that Greene intends at the next court to serve Littleton and "all that are vsed to come thyther" with him with "proces from the counsell of the marches to answere the matter", but believes that "shoulde hardly be" because he was served with process in the "chauncerie allredy". Requests that he write a letter to Mr. Richard Corbett of Morton Corbet and that he will "allowe me in youre behalfe to appointe a bayly to sum[m]on the Iuries". Also requests that grant that "you made me be copied forth & that there maie be left out the clause of the composition" with Greene.
Responds to his letter about "Greenes cause". Discusses the naming of commissioners. He is to go to London himself presently. Would have gone with his brother Sir Edward the previous Wednesday, but stayed behind "to see you satisfied before my goinge".
Apologizes for not having been with him now. Will not be able to be with him before the last day of March. Discusses the sale of land: he will give him £300. Suggests that if an offer is made for "more then it is worthye ..." it will never go through with "you when he cum[m]eth to vnderstande the estaite how it standes".
Has received his letter in which "you are determined to departe w[i]th the hundereth ..." which he would be willing to "deaile for". Will meet with him "fore daies after owre Lady day" and then "bid yow as muche as it is worthe". Hopes to be dealt with well by him.
Phillipps 22932
Has fallen "so farr" in debt. Requests that he will deal with his as with "a poore kynsman in distresse". Discusses the 40 marks that Ferrers paid to Greene. Has lost £1000 by Sir Walter Leveson and Sir Richard Poverne. Is willing to pay every man "as my poore abylytie will serve".
Phillipps 30293
Has sent him by "this Bearer" forty marks when William Bowles was with him, leaving him in "verry sade estate". Requests a release of his debts so "that I maie bee noe more troubled for the cause". Mentions the "late" Sir Richard Leveson, by whose "lewdnes" he lost a thousand pounds, bringing him into "povertye". Also requests that he send "some note vnto mee by this bearer" directed to Mr. Mitchell. ]
Phillipps 22932
Discusses the institution and induction of a clergyman. Has sent by the bearer £6 "towardes the gentleman his charges in his travell about the busines". Requests that he help with the money to be given to the Lord Chancellor's man, money that will procure the presentation and "at Cubleye faire I will not faill ... to repay" it. Addresses the gentleman's institution and induction: asks him to tell the gentleman that he will take order with his friends "above". Has sent him the Bishop's certificate and other letters, including one from Doctor Heron and those to one of the Lord Chancellor's gentlemen that may be used "as you shall thinke goode". Mentions that Smith had a "presentatione frome the Queene in hur tyme and got one other frome the Kinge in this tyme".
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Has sent by the bearer, William Gollye of Birmingham, various cloths, including seven yards of gros grain "of color crimson" and "towellinge ij peaces". Indicates the weights of them on the verso of the letter. The carrier will have "three farthing[es] the pounde for them". Has met "about the Bason" with Mr. Repington, who will make it ready and then write to him at the end of the term to send the money to him if "he can not gett his money vpp".
Phillipps 22932
Has heard that John Holland's father is dead. Discusses the possession of Holland's lodge. Requests that he and Mr. Dormer go on with "the restrainte" for Highling and Barton Park "to mr Attorney of the dutchie to move him yf Roger Maperley doe surrender his patent, yf a lease may not be graunted" for thirty years to two persons of the keeperships. Wants to know who "did informe againste me". Mentions Thomas Levinge, Mr. Fanshawe, and Mr. Purvey (?). The keeper has made report that there will be a commission upon the matter, the commissioners being Lord Shrewsbury, Sir Walter Harcourt, William Agarde, and Mr. Trentham. Discusses the commissioners. Mentions Mr. Edward Stanhope, William Parker, and Thomas Holland. "I pray yow doe yo[u]r diligence to learne out the trewth of this matter, for that the keep[er]s make reporte that there is noe body shot at but my self and my deputy".
Phillipps 30293
Has made "searche in the ducchye" according to his letter. Reports that he found an "Auncient" book "called the cowcher", containing all the lands belonging to the honor or Tutbury, but that it makes no mention of any of the parks or wards about Needwood. Notes also that there is nothing in it for the keeper's allowance. Has sent to him an order set down by Lord Pagett which agrees with the note that "I Receaved from you and is a very large alowance." But thinks the allowance was only to Maperley. Requests that this be "kept close". Reports that Mr. Humbeston and others made a book of survey in the duchy, setting down all the parks and wards about Needwood. Has also sent this to him. "I can not see how holland can clayme any more then the old alowance", but the court may favor him. Humbeston also made a survey of all the books belonging to the "duchy & hath sett downe the whole order of all thinges at tutbery from the conquest". Discusses legal issues. Mentions a case that was argued in the clerk's chamber. Postscript: Francis Bradbourne "curseth his Brother & sayeth ... there is never an honest ma[n?] in Derbyshyre."
Phillipps 22932
Discusses various matters pertaining to lawsuits and land-related matters. Has discharged all those payments that Ferrers appointed him by his note. Has gotten judgment for "Raddellwood". Francis Hothe (?) made his oath that he had delivered the evidence unto his mother. Mr. Pagett "stayeth ou[er] mr attorneys Resolution" and will not proceed "till he sett downe the platt". Requests information on the order that was sent to Ferrers and Mr. Bradbourne about "mr anth." There was an extent into Warwickshire against Ferrers and others "that weare suertyes" to the Queen's majesty for Mr. Arthur Gregory's office of feodaryship "as by a note hereinclosed you maye see". Met Gregory himself in London, and Gregory denied that there was any such matter. Suspects that Buxtons of Bradbourne will either purchase the Rectory of Bradbourne, which "he hath in his owne hand" or else to take it in feu ferm. Advises him to take action for the obtaining of it in feu ferm since Buxton "hath kept ill Rule". Understands that he has spoken with Mr. Milward, but advises him to not give any credit to the reports. Mentions Mr. Fleetwood and Lady Bradbourne.
Phillipps 24126
Discusses progress of suit against Francis Bradbourne, which suit will be tried at the Bar. The judges were divided, with Anderson and Beaumont wanting the case tried at the assizes, others at the Bar. Bradbourne offered to give £20 to the Jury "toward there charges", so that it was ordered to be tried at the Bar. "Pagett is of a mind that hit is best for vs." Has received his letters concerning the suit against Mrs. Sacheverell: "Mondaye is the daye ... for the hearinge". Discusses legal matters pertaining to Francis Bradbourne and his eldest brother: "I had a motion and haue overthrowen there order". Has heard nothing of "Anthony Bradborne his sute or of any letter sent from my lord kep[er]..." Mr. Dormer has not yet come to London, and he has been seeking him daily at his house. News relating to land sale. Mentions Lady Cotton. Francis Bradbourne's counsel could not show wherein he had suffered such wrongs as he alleged. Other news from London: the "souldiers shall goo forward about the xij of this p[re]sent Iune".
Would have written sooner, but he "had not so convenient a messenger" so that he is sending the letter "to Derby to be conveyed vnto you" by two footmen. Informs him that he has been discharged of the Staffordshire Bill of Sheriffwick and is out of all elections "for any shyre there Restinge onelye a gratuytye" to Mr. Young. Discusses legal and estate matters relating to Francis Bradbourne, Sir John Cotton, and Mr. [Sonderfeld?]. Mr. Sonderfeld (?) "can heare nothinge" of the Warwickshire privy seals. Has received books from Mr. Parker. Will deal with Mr. Blackwall to see if he can with "these Bookes sett forward the forme downe". If Blackwall cannot, he will "write downe" within two days to have better instructions. In the postscript, lists three names (in election for Sherriff?) each, for Staffordshire, Warwickshire, and Derbyshire.
Phillipps 22932
Discusses legal matters. Is unwilling to deal with Mr. Dormer before the commissioners return, for it "wilbe sayd that I have stopped it". Has learned from "mr Chauncelor" of complaint "of me and my man vnto hym". Hopes that the matter will not hange in court undecided. Mentions Sir Tiffytate (?) and John Holland. Will make two payments, one at Derby on St. James Day, and another at "Cubly fyre" on St. Andrews Day. Mr. Dormer shall have his office of surveyor.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
"Good Cosyn Lowghton". Writes to him about his letters which he left at Walton, but which he now has had the chance to look at ("[I]t fell so out [tha]t my Selfe being Att Tamworth ... the thing left in my Studye att Walton ..."). Requests that he handle "ye matter" privately ("[tha]t hit may not [be] puplished so openly vnlesse you be enforced by extreme deling[es]").
Phillipps 22932
Has received his letter and taken order with Ferrer's servant Jobe Lavender "for the discharge of this service". Congratulates him on his marriage, "for my Lady yo[u]r wiffe is my old acqwayntance" (He knew her both when she was Mrs. Elizabeth Longford and Mrs. Dethicke. Would be glad to see them both at Haddon.
Phillipps 21591 and 23127
Recommends to him the bearer of this letter, who is by precept commanded to appear before Ferrers. "[Y]f vppon his confession he confesse he haue trespassed lett his accusars not know so much: for when they haue ether gun[n]e or crosboe to mende then they speake him feayre, but when ther worke is finisht some tymes it lyes halfe a yere in his hande". Asks him to consider the bearer a fine workman.
Has received of late some hard words from his cousin Milward of Eyton. Discusses a matter relating to a deed. Asserts that he has been wrongly accused. "I hope there be men of good sorte & estate that doe Iudge of mee That nether feare nor favor". Believes that Ferrers and his solicitors knew and that Sir Anthony had copies of "dyvers deedes" concerning Ferrers's grange. His cousin also told him that Lady Ferrers was very offended at "speches my Vncles or I should geue out" in this matter.
Phillipps 22932
Is acting as an intermediary in a dispute between Ferrers and his "syster" Bradbourne. Had asked her to meet with him at "my howse on thursdaye next". Her answer was that "she durst not being ... in feare", and that it would be a great inconvenience "to graunt, the denyall". He persuaded her to the contrary, but she grew more fearful. She depends on the advice of her "brother Tysley", who will pass through "this Cuntre" on his way to London. If she can entreat his company, she will "geue" him a meeting at Chilcote "before the terme." Is sorry that her jealousy and "woman[n]yshe fear" has hindered him from coming to his house.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
No address on verso of leaf. Has caused a petition to be preferred to the Lord Keeper as Mr. Wightwick directed "& one hath attended mr Okeley every day", but he can get no answer as of yet. His decree in the Court of Wards is in hand to be exemplified but his bill of cost was lost by the attorney of the "adverse parte" so that "you must need[es] forbeare yo[u]r coste till the nexte terme". Mentions "yong" Bradbourne. Relates court news: of the prince's "soden & secrete goyng into Spayne": "it is much feared & the rather for that two of the most learned writers in ffraunce of the coniunction & meeting of the planets this yeare have written that Saturne and Iupiter doe meete in March Out of w[hi]ch aspect they set forth that a greate prince shal[l] vndertake a iourney this yeare & not likely to returne but if hee shall it will be after many myseries". Has gotten a "sudden cold settled in my head". Two "learned" doctors, Doctors Mathias and Baskervile, cannot administer anything to improve his health. Describes the various remedies they do give him: "phisick every day by iniections gargills oyles oyntm[en]t[es]".
Phillipps 22932
Has sent him "downe the booke" between
Phillipps 22932
Discusses the case in the Star Chamber heard "this day ... all the fore noone", involving Sir Robert Dudley. Had been at Weston and could not get into the Star Chamber or near the door: "the throng of people was so greate there ... all the lord[es] of the Counsell were there". Lady Leicester's friends report that "the cause is like to goe cleare agaynst" Dudley. "[I]t as yet is hard to iudge what will become of this cause". Has delivered his letter to "mr Attorney", who reports the Lord Treasurer is resolute not to certify and advised that a new petition should be proferred to the King. Has drawn a petition to this purpose and is now going about to get Sir Roger Wilbrome one "to get a reference of it". Mentions that on the following Saturday there is to be a creation of earls, viscounts, and barons. Names Sir Oliver Cromwell among the list of barons. Mr. Dyot told him that he had spoken with Lady Arabella, who said she would have undertaken to recommend him to the King. Has bought a hogshead of white wine of Mr. Hall which cost £4.
Phillipps 22932
Discusses legal case. Has met with Mr. Levinge regarding the case. Levinge has sent down a copy of an order whereby Ferrers is to pay the money to Mr. Bradbourne, and Mr.Bradbourne is to give "sureties to p[er]forme my lo[rd] Chancelors order vpon the hearing". The hearing is likely to be Monday the 10th of this present November. Has asked Mr. Bacon about the keeperships: he "assureth me that mr Chancelor can graunt no office but durante beneplacito". Has delivered his letter to Justice Warburton, who was willing to grant Ferrers's request to keep himself out of the bill which was before made by Mr. Warren. He was also willing to deliver his opinion concerning the tenure of "Whittacre wherein he sayd the Law was cleare w[i]th you for seysing ward[es] as they fell". Fears he will be drawn in again to the sheriff's bill in Staffordshire. Has learned that Ferrers name is first in Staffordshire on the bill, but Mr. Fowler promised to leave him out of the bill, and Mr. Pember promised to do the best he could for him. Went to Justice Williams, who said "you were his good frend ... so that you are none of the six in any place." Lists the names of the six each in Derbyshire, Warwickshire, and Staffordshire. News of the plague: "There died the last weeke ... [101] it is held dangerous & yet very little feared especially by citizens". Three died of the plague in Hampton Court "before the Court removed to Whitehall."
Phillipps 28692
Discusses legal case. Was the previous day in Lichfield where he met with Mr. Dyot and John Wightwick, the latter who is "very resolute in his opynyon that the deede shewed on mr Cokaynes p[ar]te can no waye p[re]iudice you for the tenure". For his course in proceeding against Cokayne, Wightwick advises him that the feodary and escheator should make a new inquiry in Warwickshire "& that you should make an entry into pooley in yo[u]r owne p[er]son ... & ... seale a lease vpon the ground & so to try an action wherein if you recover you shall not only recover damages but also settle the tenure for ever". Also discusses Mrs. Bradbourne's estate in "Mulridge grange": "she shall have but the moyetie during her life".
Phillipps 28683
His neighbor Thomas Ashlock, who has been "reteyned by the countesse to be her man", has been telling "vntruthes" to her, including that Mr. Dyot was placed in the recordership "only by meanes" and that he (Mitchell) sealed Dyot's patent without consent of the "baylies & their brethren". Ashlock caused Thomas Awkins, being bailiff with Christopher Endsor "to say he knew not of it". Requests his assistance in solving the matter: "I pray you examyne [ Christofer Endsor] of & whether Edward Taylor did aske him any question of it at his last beyng at Walton".
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Ferrer's directions to the high constables "came to my sighte". Through his absence he was forced to desire the assistance of others. "Bulles deuition & marshes is to be delte in By mr Dabridgecourte & mr hickford & they desire" that Ferrers and Newdigate undertake to deal in "Chrispes & Goodales deuition w[hi]ch if it please you we will vndertake." Prefers his directions to those "intended to be preformed by vs". Must go to London on the following Friday to fetch his mother-in-law,
"[H]owe vnwilling I haue euer byne to flye to ye law for my p[ro]tection your self doe well vnderstand ..." It is not his purpose to "recount what is passed", but apparently seeks a resolution to some unspecified matter.
Phillipps 27382
Has delivered his letter to Mr. Pagett. Discusses legal matters relating to the Bradbourne case. Mentions Thomas Rears[by?] and Mr. Blackwell. In election for Sheriffs: lists three names each for Derbyshire, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, and Nottinghamshire.
Without address. Also signed by Thomas Levinge and Stanley [William?]. They have delivered his letter to Mr. Young, who gave it to the Lord Keeper and promises an answer "verie shortly". Sir Anthony has put in his bill. Sends him a copy so "that yow may see the ... matters ... against yow and yo[u]rs". Mr. Pagett advises them to make a general answer of not guilty to any matter in the bill. Mentions that Mr. Nicholas Blackwell died the previous night. On verso of integral leaf are two letters, one in the hand of Humphrey Ferrers to Mr. Fitzherbert, dated February 8, [1598[/9]]: "because you are mentioned in S[i]r Anthonys bill I have thought good to lett yo[u] see ye good matter he hath against you and me."; the other letter signed "ffr. [Francis] ffitzherbert" and dated February 9, 1598[/9]: "I thanke you for the viewe of S[i]r Ashelys bill".
Would have written to him sooner if it were not for Sir Anthony's delays. Describes Sir Anthony as "quyett a gent and of as myld a spiritt as I eu[er] talked w[i]th." Discusses estate matters, including dispute relating to the "vnruly disturbinge of ye cattell in the newe inclosure". Mr. Pagett met with Sir Anthony to discuss the matter. Sir Anthony desired to know what his demands were: Mr. Pagett told him Ferrers demanded satisfaction for his losses "And that he would allowe yow as much ground in seu[er]all as would keepe yow so manie sheep & cattell as yow ought to haue therin." Mentions that there was not "one word amongst vs of the sale of Balindon." On the verso of the letter are two unsigned notes, one in the hand of Mr. Pagett, the other in another hand, beginning "I told mr Pagytt I would wryte vnto yow ... he added the above wrytten".
Upon returning from a visit with him, has visited Mr. Bradbourne "who was loath that Nicholas Willis should goe vpp aswell". Bradbourne could not tell how to answer the bill "that their Answers might not in substaunce differ". Perceives there is "some thinking at a dedim[u]s potestatem for willies [sic]." Has written to Mr. Mitchell.
Phillipps 22932
Told Thomas Levinge that "yow were desirous to know when Mr Cokayne his office was to be inquired of" in Warwickshire. Levinge thought it was not meant there should be "anie inquirie". Mr. Bradbourne is come to the house of Charles Willis "wher nicholas willis will not come". Has received from Ferrers "xv yonge beasts and ij horses".
Phillipps 28686
Is very sorry that he is "deseased", but hopes for his "speedy recou[er]y". Has received the books concerning Mr. Bradbourne, but cannot speak with him until after the assizes at Stafford "wher I must bee for a wyall". Mentions the rent at Ridware. After the assizes, "I will goe to mr Bradborne And Acquaint him w[i]th them And send yow his Answere to them." Wished Ferrers had sold his wool "yf yt be but for xiij s yt is more than I am in hope to haue heare". Mr. Milward has offered his to Mr. Pershall "who as yet bidd[es] him but xij s".
Phillipps 22932
Has been with Mr. Claye who acquainted Lord Cavendish with his letter. His answer was that he thought himself beholden to him for his motion. Cavendish has heard "verie well of the yonge ladie", but said, though the other motion was "a tyme" discontinued, "yt is now againe ... lately renewed by L[ett]res to the old countesse", and that he desired Mr. Claye to make no further motion to the Countess "nor anie speach to the yong gentleman." It seems "my Lord is desirous to effecte that matche".
Phillipps 30293
He received £100, "w[hi]ch I am to paye you the 20 of this monthe". Asks him to send his servant with the bill to Robert Milward "on the 22 of this monthe" and, God willing, "yo[u]r money shalbe redy for you."
Heavily edited. Three separate draft letters on four pages. The first letter, addressed to Mr. Plomer, relating to the Bradbourne case: "I hope I maye in frendly sorte praye the [delivery?] of all such evydence as dothe conserne the Lande I have [bought?]. Mentions Francis Bradbourne. The second letter to Sir Christopher [?], dated March 1, 1598 at Walton, and the third letter (to an unknown addressee), dated April 14, 1599, relate to various business and legal matters.
Phillipps 28688
Letter is also addressed to John Ferrers. Requests that he go to Mr. Langforde's park ("called Langforde Parke") in Derbyshire and "take a p[er]fecte note of all the horses geldinges and mares that be Mr Langfordes". If he finds any there to be "apperteyninge to any of his men or any others, I praie yow to certifie me thereof".
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
"Good Brother". Has given oath ("w[i]th others") to the Justices of the Peace in Derbyshire. He has cause the commission to be newly made and "put you yn the comyssyon & sent yt to you that you may take yo[u]r othe." Has sent down a dedimus potestatem to Mr. Manners and Mr. Gresley "that they or others of them shall gyve you the othes." Relates court news: "The terme ys adiournyd tyll mon daye"; "There be verye good newes out of ffrance ... of seu[er]all good ffortunes against the enimyes".
Phillipps 22932
Address on recto. Has written to him yesterday by Mr. Edward Williams. Wishes him and "my good syster & all yo[u]rs ... good will & well wishes". A "course" is to be taken for the iron mills. Discusses the plague: "[T]he plage was gretlye encreasyd in London ... ther dyed the last weke ... aboue [1500] of all diseases wherof were certifyed to dye of ye plage aboue [1100]". Discusses political news: "The truce betwene the king & ye leagers in ffrance holdythe yet, & for some vj wekes more ys to contynew"; Ernestus "themperors brother" is coming toward the Low Countries to be governor there; "The polony[an?] hathe gyven the turke a great ou[er]throw of late"; the King of "Scottes" is at Starling; news of the acquittal of the Earl of Bothwell at Edinburgh; the vice-chamberlain is "verye greatlye sycke"; and the Queen is now at Windsor Castle, but tomorrow "goeth to Sonyng hill to take pleasure ... till satterdye."
With address on verso of leaf. "I trust to see you vpon some good occasyon ye nexte terme". Discusses church matters. "I onlye et ye Request of ij honerable Ladyes yelded to S[i]r [Christ]ofer Blunt to place his owne chaple or some other lernyd preacher ther".
Has charged Anthony Bradbourne with "all the [?] alledged against hym."
Phillipps 28686
Had been en route to court, but returned to York House to receive "my sonne & daughter". Must return to court "to morow mornyng earlye". Apologizes for not having answered his letters, but will do so through Edward Ferrers. Thanks him and his wife for sending up Puckering's daughter, and also thanks the lady for lending her a horse litter. Relates court news: the Queen has been there to see the Lord Chamberlain and went back again "this night" to Richmond. Mentions
Phillipps 26689
Discusses his bill of costs, which has been long deferred "from not expedyting". Hopes to now dispatch it "to my owne content". There has been "great crossing of it", this being the cause for the long delay. The other party produced a certificate of Justice Beaumont, who thinks him "worthy of no Coste".
Phillipps 30332
Discusses "the matter of Burton". "[T]he verie same daye I parted from you at Walton, I went directlye to Burton, and there delivered vnto mr Pagett the same answer towchinge that matter." His only care and desire has been to free "my mother Dethicke from trooble and charge". Hopes the "Good lykinge betwixte your selfe and my mother Dethicke ... maye continewe". Also salutes Walter Ferrers. Marie Bouth commends herself to him.
Phillipps 22932
Discusses legal matters relating to a pair of indentures between him and Arthur Gregory ("dated the 10 daye of maye Ano. 15 Eliz. ..."), touching Ferrers's sister's jointure: "I haue also founde a statute of 1000 li knowledged by Athure G." Mentions the possibility of the defeasance of the statute. Has sent to him writings relating to this matter, "for the relyffe of yo[u]r Syster". Has heard of a statute that Edmond Gregory "hathe extendyd of p[ar]te of his brothers lande, but of what valydytie it is I knowe not." Arthur Gregory told him that he had his brother in suit in the Chancery, "towchinge the extente of the sayd statute, And he hoped to overthrowe the same".
Phillipps 22932
Without address on verso of leaf. Gilman has talked with two old men who have been dwellers "at the grange". Relates that the two men will depose that "ther hathe byne no tyethe payde [for the grange] ... a longe tyme before the Suppresinge of the Abbyt". Believes that the statute will discharge "the payinge of tythe for it by reson that it was Abby lande". Reveals the name of the two men: Richard Manifold "of the parreshe of Bren" and Hugh Rowe "of kylburne in the parreshe of horsly".
Discusses legal matters pertaining to land and fines. Mentions Wollaston and his son. Encloses a copy of the [surety?].
Phillipps 22932
Has received his letters. Has met with "my ladye" regarding her jointure. "I dyd fynde here nott Altogether vnwyllyng to accepte" his motion. He doubts not that he will be unable to bring the matter to his liking. Some editing and cross-outs.
Address on verso of leaf. Has been nominated by him for a commission to take the answer of John Corbett at Ashborne "on frydaye next by xi of the clocke". Believes he has made choice of a "weake commissioner", but will go and "effect anye thinge that I cane or maye [for him]."
Has received letters, one to his lordship and the other to himself, regarding tithes at Lea and Moldrige grange, due to his lordship in respect of the parsonage of Bradbourne for which his lordship has brought suit against Ferrers and Mr. Cotton. His Lordship is "greatlie busyed" and "is content to respite his suyte ... against yow & mr Cotton vntill after the next terme". He will deal with him, even though he has "dealte w[i]th S[i]r Thomas Cokayne for other suche Like tythes".
Phillipps 30335
Has received his letter, the contents of which he has already effected with his "fellowe Bagshawe," who told him Mr. Tayler was gone to London. Assures him that his lordship is as "vnwillinge to mayntayne any suyte againste yow, as any, but onely in respecte of his righte".
Phillipps 22932
Requests his "paynes and travell" in an unspecified matter that concerns him greatly. The bearer of the letter "will at Large open it vnto you, And it is the same that mr Shereff dothe move you in".
Phillipps 22932
Also signed by Richard Paget. Discusses Barton Park, mentioning William Bateman, keeper of the park, at whose request "we haue Latelie viewed the Lodge". A "tempest of greate wynde" destroyed some part of the Lodge. Judges that six trees out of Needwood "conteyninge about the quantitie of Tenn Loads of tymber" will be needed for the reparation of the Lodge. Below this letter is another autograph letter signed, to Sir Humphrey Ferrers, dated "Sheffeld Lodge this vj of octobre 1594", and signed "Gilb: Shrewsbury": requests that he deliver to Mr. Bateman "about ten Lodes of tymber oute of ye forrest of Nedewood".
Phillipps 22932
Writes as his "louinge" son-in-law. His son William is eager to see Ferrers. Requests that he lend his little gray mare to his son. "I will giue yow my word that he shall honestly restore her yow".
Phillipps 22932
Writes as his "Louinge" daughter. Informs him of "my grandmothers determination ... to complayne of you to the Queene", her being in dire straits due to his denying her rent (she must receive it "at her p[er]rell"). The grandmother would willingly be friends with him if he would send her rent. Mentions her uncle Francis Bradbourne and "my man Griffyn." Mr. Somerville is "altogether condemned that he shoulde geve my brother fferrers counsell for selling of his land." Urges him not to think "so hardly of him."
Phillipps 22932
Has received "your pettigree", which she will show to the Lord Bishop. Regrets that she will not be able to spend Christmas with him ("wee haue all our children at home, and expect some companey"). Mentions Lady Puckering. Her "Sister fferers and her mother do thinke that I haue done some ill office betwene you and them, my Ladie Puckeringe beinge perswaded that I toulde you that she wished your death". Assures him that this is not true: "I little thought shee would haue Requited me thus". Discusses family matters relating to this misunderstanding.
Understands, by Mr. Edmond Gregory, that he will act as a mediator in a dispute between Gregory and Mrs. Gregory, which "wilbe best for both partes." Gregory has acquainted him with his letter "and offer of xv yeres in hill farme." Suggests a deal relating to a lease. Believes that if he consents to the motion, "the rest of the comissioners will take paynes" with them to effect this agreement.
Phillipps 28716
The bearer, his neighbor and friend, was tenant unto Arthur Gregory. Seeks his support, in behalf of the tenant: "be a meanes in his behaulf that he may haue the same still geving for the same as much as any other man will geve."
Requests his assistance in a matter relating to a "fray" in which he was a party. Hopes for good news. Has thought good to repair to the Warwick assizes, if he might without danger or imprisonment. Has not rested in days in one place, but "one wicke in Bewdley," since he departed from Tamworth. Has not heard anything from Tamworth concerning their troubles. Regrets his actions: "I was not as wise as god, to knowe before what wold happen aft[er]". Fears to be taken by his adversary and hopes he will not be hurt by him. Would rather be hanged than allow his enemies "so gret advantage agenste me". Is sure his mother will die if he goes to prison. Asks him for his speedy deliverance "out of this thrawle." Trusts he will not need to come in to the assizes. Mentions "mr Edward." "I was no beginar of the fray."
Phillipps 28751
Cannot be with him before Friday. Discusses plans to apprehend the "offendors" at Drayton. Suggests that he call for help Mr. Wyerley, Mr. James, Mr. Allerley or Mr. Warings "or so manye of them as you shall think good" for the apprehension. His own dwelling is "vnaptlye ... for the purpose", being in the furthest part of the shire from him, but he will do all he can. Lord Dudley has written to him for the remaining examinations, which he then sent to Ferrers. The Queen has sent for them, too. Advises him to make "Littell showe" before he apprehends them.
Phillipps 30332
Discusses affairs at Billesley. Mentions the lords of Warwick and Leicester: "I thinke my L. of Warr. hath saluted you ... in a peec of paper wherin he desiereth your carefull frendship toward me ... as ffor the p[ro]ffitt w[hi]ch may be mad at Billesley". Requests his assistance.
Phillipps 22932
Addresses him as Surveyor of Her Majesty's Woods in the Honor of Tutbury. Has received his letters and certificate "vnto the Articles sent vnto yow ... wheare yow writt of interruptions offerred yow by the s[u]rveyor of Race in the S[u]rvey of castellhaye and Hanburie Parkes and in Welborne woodes, by Mr Houghton." Discusses the trees "felled and soulde to salt Petermen, by Mr Pooles men" and asks whether it was lawfully done. Will look into his suit to have a warrant for trees for his own use about Needwood, and promises him that he will be entirely satisfied.
Phillipps 22932
Has had Michael Saunders arrested "& laid in Gaole" according to Ferrers' warrant for his apprehension. Saunders put in a prohibition into the court of Lichfield, after which the Chancellor stayed the execution of the warrant and "doth what he can to releeue the said Michaell Saunders" against his proceedings. Discusses the case: "There was a motion made to the whole Bench at this last quarter sessions where I was present, for the discharge of his imprisonment by reason of his prohibition, but the whole bench were of the opinion, [tha]t it could not be don vnlesse the statute were satisfied." For his better satisfaction in the case, he will enter into bond with Thomas Higginson to defend all proceedings that shall be undertaken by virtue of his warrant.
Phillipps 22932
Discusses church-related matters. Has received his letter concerning the resignation of Walton and the preservation of his title. Advises him that every resignation of ecclesiastical promotion ought to be made into the hands of the ordinary of the place where the promotion lies. Explains further the correct process of ecclesiastical resignation. Does not believe that there a resignation will be made, having been led to this conclusion by "speaches" he had with the parson concerning the validity of his advowson. Suggests that Ferrers enter a caveat: "then of necessitie yo[u]r tytle must be examined before any clerke be admitted." Thanks him for his venison.
Phillipps 22932
Had sent a previous letter to him, but fears the either the "slothe or negligence" of his messenger will delay the delivery of the letter, and considering the matters therein he has thought good to repeat it again. Briefly discusses legal matters: Royle, his adversary, will be removed to another place. Believes that every party shall be satisfied with this resolution.
Phillipps 28688
Discusses a lawsuit brought by William Agard against Sir Simon Weston. Both Ferrers and Hedon met with Mr. Chetwin and Mr. Clifford to execute the commission, which is described at length. Mentions George and Edward Partridge.
Phillipps 28688
Discussed the Bradbourne case. Delivered to Mrs. Bradbourne her husband's letter to her. Spoke with Mrs. Bradbourne ("in the hearing of Mr Milward"), who said that the matter between her and her husband was depending in Chancery and that her brother Tillesley would be shortly at Chilcote. She will speak with her brother before she makes answer. Wightwick expects to be at Walton next week en route to Oxford and London. Discusses Ferrers' case regarding lands in which Mrs. Bradbourne claims to have an estate of inheritance upon the death of her husband. Discussed the situation with Mr. Dyott who gave him his legal opinion on the matter. Mentions the Pooley case: Mr. Dyott will present his advice the following week when Mr. Mitchell will be in Lichfield.
Recommends himself to Ferrers, his wife, and his daughters Bridget and Susan. Discusses at length matters relating to the paving of roads: Thomas Cowper says he paved all the pavement before Damon's house "of his own proper cost and charges". Wightwick does not know who paved before Quinsborough's house. Discusses the paving before his own door. In Lichfield Street "dyvers have paved before there dores," as for example, Thomas Cave, "that have George hill his howse," William Buckland, John Wright, and others in the same street. Mentions Mr. Wollaston and Mr. Warner. The "goodman" Slayter says that he set up pens for his master "the barbor" who lived in Wightwick's house in Sir Humphrey Ferrers's time fifty years ago. Discusses land-related issues. Mentions William and Aukins. Has sent Ferrers his tachement, which he "mended" before they were served. Requests that he let nobody see the tachement "lest I shulde sustayne any harme by mendinge it." Disusses local news, including argument between a "countre man" and Quinsborough, which resulted in a physical altercation.
Since the death of his father, many "vnkindnesses and discontents" have been bred amongst his family. Mentions the town of Statfold. Asks Ferrers to assist the family: hearing that Ferrers is "wantinge a man abel to solicit your lawe causes," requests that he vouchsafe Wolfreston's brother his service.
Phillipps 28682
No address on verso of leaf. Reports that the men of Kniveton came to the Lea with their constable and demanded money for Reading Park towards the furnishing of the "yrelande souldiar." Wright denied them because Ferrers and Mr. Cotton said "yow wold pay them non for suche." Upon being denied, they took a sheep, pounded and pressed it, and sold it. They said the Earl of Shrewsbury told them to do so. Asks him what he should do about it, and to send his answer by this bearer. Postscript, in different ink: "humfry when you come ou[er] bring the Sheppard of Moldridge grange with yow."
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Whereas it pleased his kinsman Mr. Hotte to have him spend the season at Duddeston for the better government of his house, he complied, but "my Comynge thether hath bread such a granned mallese in yo[u]r brother, Mr George fferrers tord[es] me." Provides an account of five "vyell & fylthe malicious & Slanderus Allegations." Hopes Ferrers will not believe the accusations, and asks him to talk to the bearer, who will clear his name. Mentions the death of Ferrers' sister.
Phillipps 22932
Understands that his brother Breton was at Coventry on Saturday last and with Mr. Goodyer on Sunday. Advises him not to pay the money. Mentions the judge of the Assizes. Lord Leicester has written his letters of thanks to Breton in dealing in such a friendly way in the matters with Ferrers.
Address on verso of leaf. He has delivered the letters to Mr. Goodyer in the matter concerning Mr. Bretton. Francis Wyerly's reply is on bottom half, written from Muscott, April 3, [1583]. Advises him not to pay the money.
Address on integral address leaf (damaged). Robert Gennyng was indicted but acquitted, which has discontented Lord Anderson, who wanted to stay him for his trial for the sheep and lambs. Mr. Sheriff has no news to help Ferrers with his privy seal, but that his day of payment is putt off until November 15. Sir Francis Darcy, Mr. Lee of Kinshall and Mr. Bryttayne work on behalf of Valentine Harcourte, and Mr. Lee is desirous to have the recognizance stayed, out of Court.
Has sent the money to the bailiff of Drayton. The tithes have not been sold. There is a small piece of ground in the manor of Wigginton belonging to Drayton. Mentions forests of "Morffe" in Shropshire and Needwood in Staffordshire, where there are four wards: Barton, Yoyall(?), Tutbury, and Marchinton, and discusses the oaks within.
Has written to Lord Warwick as commanded. Is comforted that Mr. Breton will not be guided by the recipient of the letter. Reminds the recipient that he has served him for twenty years.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
The Robinsons meant to request Ferrers to write on their behalf, having intelligence that Ferrers and Mr. George Digby would hunt at Mr. Edward Lyttleton's. Discusses the tenants that entered the possession of the house of Drayton in Ferrers's and his wife's absence, despite Ferrer's legal claims to it. Harcourt's and Robinson's people shot at Ferrers's people with guns and bows, resulting in injury and death. Endorsed on verso of letter: "A coppy of a Letter . . . sent vnto my lo[rd]."
Phillipps 28716
Your letter was received with no little grief. About a misunderstanding. Let Blacknall stay until Michaelmas.
Phillipps 28678
To "Sir": Since the recipient has departed, Ferrers has received letters from "my lord" concerning Johanne Robinson's will. Discusses statutes, recognizances, the death of his man, Drayton affairs. To "Lord": discusses leases relating to Austrey and Drayton [Bassett], mentions George Willoughby, William Frekelton. Thanks him for two hogsheads of claret wine, which he has received from Henry [Leshiche(?)].
He has received a commission under the duchy seal for the sale of twelve trees within the forest of Needwood to Adrian Saravia, doctor in divinity [rector of Tatenhill, Staffordshire]. Most of the trees were small so that he sold them for 3 shillings, 4 pence a piece. Reports that Roger "Mabberley," the keeper of Highling Park and Yoxall Ward in Needwood, "who hath byn a great distroyer both of the Quenes wodd[es] and game," sold his keepership to John Holland for £100.
Discusses a land dispute with Lady Bradbourne, who has been complaining about him. Mentions both her sons, William and Anthony Bradbourne, the latter who "in his mallice Toward[es] me thinketh the complaynt of an old woman maye work." The matter pertains to a lease he and Sir John Cotton entered into with Lady Bradbourne for all her lands, tenements, and commodities in the counties of Derbyshire and Staffordshire.
No address on verso of leaf. He has been a suitor for the stewardship of Tamworth, which he and his ancestors have a "long tyme enioyed" by several grants until the late Earl of Essex obtained a grant. Essex had the name thereof during his life, "my patent beyng still in force" until the death of the Queen. Understands that Sir John Egerton is about to pass a grant thereof, but Egerton lives so far from them "that he cannot have such a feelyng of their necessities as my self being neare vnto them." Requests that he stay Egerton's patent until he has met with him and had the chance to inform him of his right to the same. He has been very ill and unable to leave his lodging.
Phillipps 22932
Has received her letters "att dinner," and when "I was goinge to supp[er] I receved the letters inclosed, wherby you may att large p[er]ceive so [much] as I can certifye or direct yow touchinge the businesse." Mentions that the footmen were detayned by "the waters."
Phillipps 21591and 23121
No address on verso of leaf. Delivered her chain to her brother Mr. Brodband to send it to the recipient. Describes the weight of the chain (15 ounces and half a quarter), which comes to £41, 12 shillings. The pearl is £9, 10 shillings, so the whole sum is £51, 2 shillings, the rate of Lady Puckering's chain.
Phillipps 28751
Has sent her Lady Digby's letter. "Shee was a good meanes as I am perswaded to keape my ffather ffrom beinge Sherriffe." "post scriptu[m]: my cosen Egerton taketh you sending for him, very kyndly, & sayeth in any thinge you shall com[m]and him."
Phillipps 22932
His brother Grantham is now in Lincolnshire. Reports that the Queen will not come as far as Warwick, the assizes being at Northampton the 11th of July. His wife has a great desire to see her. He has sent her the "litell picture." Mentions Mr. Comes and Sir Anthony Ashley.
Thanks God he has recovered from some "danger." Confirms that Lady Puckering, having been persuaded by his brother Grantham, will come by Walton en route to Lincolnshire the next day, Thursday. He hopes that it will lead to a friendship between his father and her. "Post scrip[tum]": His sisters and his brother Grantham are coming with Lady Puckering. Desires to be commended to his two other sisters.
Thanks her for her kindness to her when she was at Tamworth. Is staying with Mr. Hall in Coventry, Hall being very weak, while her husband went home. Her husband had promised Lady Ferrers to send a letter to a school in Windsor, the answer of which he sent to his wife the previous day. The school is for young ladies, which school Higginson recommends for Lady Ferrers's daughters. The cost is £16 a year per student "for dyett, lodging, washeing, and teacheing them to worke, reading, writing, and danceing". For music there is an additional cost. Requests that she let her know her decision before she goes home. Adds that she thinks her husband will decide to live in Conventry, having been persuaded to do so by his friends. Asks if Mrs. Ferrers has married.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Address on recto of leaf. Discusses an offer of service to her. "Since my Late ofer of my sisters saruice and your seeming axceptance of it ..."
Phillipps 30293
Address on verso of leaf. Informs her that Robert, her grinder, went to Westchester the previous Friday and, not having yet returned, Robert's brother Thomas, her carrier, is grinding in his stead. Thomas told Wightwick that he brought only six strikes of corn into her mills to be ground since Robert left. "And he hath lost almost all Wilnecote." He reminds her that her carrier William used to carry twelve or thirteen strikes every Sunday throughout the year, and urges her to get a better carrier as soon as possible, or else she "will be a loser greatly." Thomas "is a very droncken fellow." Mr. Annode has taken a great store of eels with piches above her mills, and has reportedly carried "horse lodes" of them to Birmingham. He spoils the water. Recommends himself to Mr. Lawrence.
Phillipps 28712
At the request of his brother Harry, George delivered a message from Harry to John Bretton. Bretton was not home, so he communicated the message to Bretton's son Mr. Lawson, that Harry found himself hardly dealt with by Bretton, who had written him such a spiteful letter. George wanted to know what Bretton meant by it, and Lawson said that Bretton would fight with Harry. Harry had lost Bretton's dog at Drayton Manor, but it could be replaced with an equally good one. Hoped that his other brother Humphrey could maintain his friendship with Bretton, since they were neighbors. Possibly related to L.e.894-L.e.911.
Phillipps 22396
No address on verso of leaf. Understands from his letters that his sister Bradbourne is unwilling to give him what he has requested, which makes him fearful of entering into any bargain with the "good man and his wyffe." Recalls the "smarte" in dealing with Mr. and Mrs. Sacheverell "to my great losse" and feels the situation with the Bradbournes may result in the same. Recommends himself to the addressee and his wife and also to his sister Bradbourne. Promises to return the book within three days.
Phillipps 22396
Refers to him as "Noble brother." Discusses the duty of a friend. "If I can euer doe you sirvess You shall command it when you require it for I will continew your sure frend and sister."
A lady requests a postponement of payment to Ferrers until her death, at which time she has given order to Dilke for the receipt of it. If Ferrers needs it sooner, "pray lett mee heere from you" and he will take some course so that he will not be unpaid for it. Has sent him £2, 10 shillings. The bond was £52.
Phillipps 22932
Benchworth has passed away, it being now his wife's jointure. Is concerned about how things will "faule out" for his wife, himself, and their children. Mr. Wightwick can acquaint him with "all our procedings this terme, which were all dashed by a sudden will of my wyfes in a moement to my excedinge great losse and hindrance." Requests his assistance: "My children are all of your bloode." Their well-being rests upon the conclusion of this business. Sir William Cokayne has requested a copy of the testament made at his marriage.
His neighbor Richard Crispe has been summoned to appear at Warwick on Monday, but his father-in- law, who lives far into Derbyshire, is very sick and has sent for him. Requests that John Ferrers deal with the undersheriff so that Crispe may be "secured for his absence." With autograph postscript about the request of Sir Humphrey's daughter.
Phillipps 30301
She and her sister desire to see him.
Phillipps 22932
Has delivered £30 to "my sister" Ferrers. Would have sent his bond, which he wrote for, but he does not have it. Believes Lady Puckering has the bond and advises him to ask her for it. "I cannot tell whether I should thanke my sister Ferris or the vnseasonable weather for her company." Wishes to be counted among those who wish him all possible happiness.
Phillipps 24126
News from London: the Lord Chancellor has put Ferrers into a commission "of the peace for o[u]r countie," and the commission will be made presently. Sir Thomas Leigh commended Ferrers to the Lord Chancellor. Reports the recent death of Lady Warwick, and that "I thinke my Lady Puckering looseth nothing thereby." Mr. Mitchell asked King to tell Lord Puckering that all the rents are paid, and something concerning Lady Puckering's lease in Yorkshire.
Phillipps 22932
Discusses Ferrers's sudden departure from London before concluding the terms of the marriage settlement between Ferrers' daughter and Pakington's son. Requests an answer to his demands, "which my wife telleth me, by her letters she hath signified vnto you." Mentions Mr. Wightwick.
Discusses family-related matters pertaining to the marriage of her daughter and Ferrers's son. Mentions Sir John Oakington. She takes it very unkindly that "my sonne fferrers and my daughter are driuen by your comaunde to goe liue in the Peake, it beinge a thinge you promised they should not doe." If her daughter and son-in-law cannot live with Ferrers "they shall liue with vs where they haue and shall be euer welcome." Mentions the other marriage between their families: "And for my sonne and his wife [Ferrers's daughter] if there be noe end made at this our meetinge in London, you must keepe your daughter, and we must keepe our sonne, and then he will beginne to thinke on his folley that he hath lost his deare father, for matchinge w[i]th a wife, whose father will giue him noe porcion w[i]th her." Understands that Ferrers is much offended with Mr. Wightwick for the pains he took when he was last at Hampton, but she believes he is mistaken in that matter. She will "satisfie [him] at full therein" when then meet in London. Hopes for a resolution of their differences. Longs to hear how her daughter will "play the good huswife."
Phillipps 30293
Defends himself against her allegations. Neither his gates nor his purse have been shut against her son and his daughter. It is his son's desire to live in his own house. He will give him some provisions (beef, mutton, and rabbits). Confirms that he showed his daughter Lady Pakington's letter, which greatly grieved her. He knows that she and Sir John consider what is good for the upholding of their house. Hopes for an end to all their differences. See L.e.657.
Phillipps 22932
Reports that the previous Saturday a servant of Sir Richard Fleetwood came to Parker in Ashborne and told him his master desired to come to him on Monday to impart unto him some business which pertained to Ferrers. During the visit, Fleetwood discussed with him the petition of Thomas Bradbourne relating to a land dispute. Discusses the possible resolution. He "desired not to spend money in suits."
Phillipps 24126
His son-in-law Edward Willington, who lives in Tamworth, is being sued by his kinsman Mr. Thomas Willington "to his wrong & disgrace." Thomas Willington spoke harshly of Edward Willington to his creditors in London and called him an "arrant knaue." Read takes this treatment as an injury done unto himself. Discusses the dispute between the two men. Is sorry he cannot go to Ferrers himself to "certifye you of these thing[es]." Asks him to investigate the matter.
To his brother-in-law. Reminds Sommerville that he told him at the quarter sessions not to trust Sir Edward and Mr. Foster for the payment of his debts, and moved him to have Ferrers' sister be his executrix, but "you[r] answere was wemen might be led a waye." Demands that Sommerville repay him as soon as possible. Draft of Sommerville's reply is written on inside blank leaf.
Judging from the folds, it seems to have been an enclosure to L.e.661 (1). Has given him two or three month's warning to repay the debt. He will not have anything to do with Sir Edward Greville or Mr. Foster.
Reports that he holds mills and grounds near Tamworth Castle for which he pays yearly rents, but he is not sure whether he is paying them to Tanfield, and whether Tanfield owns the manor of Drayton Bassett. Discusses Mr. Paramour's title to Drayton Bassett..
Phillipps 22932
The gelding which Ferrers has in his possession may be returned to Mr. Huddlestone. Asks to be remembered to Lady Puckering and Ferrers's good lady.
Phillipps 30293
He left home "in the heate" of all his business and forgot to return the letter "you lent me," which he now returns with thanks. Advises him to beware of distributing to many copies of the reformed poetry he had of Mr. Combes.
Discusses church matters. Had thought that "my Lord" would have admitted Whately upon Ferrers's presentation, but his Lordship questioned who had the right to present. Ferrers has set down his case as he shall well be able to prove it and Sir Henry Agard's case. Encloses some writings from his counsel. If "my Lord" has not yet admitted him, he advises Whately to show him the writings. He doubts not that he will presently be admitted. It seems Sir Henry Agard pretends there is an agreement between his father and Ferrers, which is "altogather vntrewe": "I marvaile anie man wo[u]ld affirme yt." Mentions Bently, the last incumbent, and William Agard.
Phillipps 22932
Received the previous day a letter from Mr. Spencer, which he has enclosed. Wightwick answered that Ferrers intended to hold the day of the meeting as they had agreed upon, the following Tuesday afternoon at five o'clock. Ferrers proposed to stay at the Swan, which Wightwick wrote would supply entertainment to all the people in their party. Discusses the plans for lodging there. Suggests leaving the best lodging for Sir John Pagginton (i.e. Pakington?) and his lady, if they lodge there. The rest of the party includes Sir Thomas Puckering, Ferrers, and Mr. Spencer. Suggests that anyone else that joins can be lodged elsewhere after their meeting. Mr. Mitchell told him that Ferrers was doubting whether to take his son, Sir Humphrey Ferrers, whom Wightwick encourages him to bring to the meeting: he will be a "principall verbe in the busines."
Phillipps 24126
No address on verso of leaf. Discusses the Willington case. He dislikes the bond entered into, wherein the Willingtons stand jointly in one bond. Advises him that if Ferrers is satisfied that the bill ought to be delivered up to Edward Willington, his reasons must be set down "forasmuch as it appeared by confession or otherwise that it was to save harmelds" [Harwell? see L.e.668] of certain debts amounting to £150 and £100. Is en route to London and very busy. At the bottom of the letter, he writes, "the l[ett]re is burnt."
No address on verso of leaf. He has received from Mr. Wright Mr. Harwell's (Harmeld's? see L.e.667) note for payment of £100. Wightwick was paid £10. Discusses the note for the receipt of £500 of Sir John "R": It "wilbe fitt for his dyschardge that you geve him a note reciting his receipt that you have receved the wholle" £500 of Mr. Wright. In a postscript, requests that if his father visits him that he lend him £10. After he returns from London, he will repay it.
No address on verso of leaf. Discusses land-related matters. Has received his letters regarding lands offered for sale by Sir John "P:". Their terms are that £1000 must be paid the next term and security then given for £900 to be paid the following term. Also mentions the lady of Sir John "P:" and her jointure. Requests his advice.
Phillipps 22932
He has been delayed in Coventry, where he is ending a matter a great importance between "the Mother and sonne". Will not be able to meet with Ferrers until the following Monday, but he will visit him on Saturday if that is more convenient. He encloses a copy of a petition and order by Thomas Bradbourne, who seeks an office upon the death of Sir Humphrey Bradbourne. For that purpose, Bradbourne has a writ of mandamus. Suggests that Ferrers take order with the escheator of Derby. Informs him that the day of the meeting between him and Sir John Radcliffe is on the second day of the following term. Has also sent him a copy of the order between Sir John Pakington and Ferrers. Would also have sent a copy of the decree if it had been signed, but a "private friend" told him upon his return from London that Pakington has refused to sign the decree, the reason for which he knows not. Pakington and he have fallen out; he will explain the reason to Ferrers at their meeting.
Phillipps 28686
Discusses land-related matters involving Ferrers and Sir John Pakington. Discusses Mr. Levinge's meeting with Pakington regarding lands in Buckinghamshire and Worcestershire. Mentions Mr. Parker, Lady Pakington, and Mr. Spencer. They are to meet at Mr. Spencer's to seal the books. Wightwick wrote to Levinge that in the drawing up of the books that a covenant should be that the lands were not above some certain value. He has seen Lady Pakington's deed of jointure: the Buckinghamshire lands were entailed upon Sir John Pakington the father and his male heirs begotten of Lady Pakington. Reports that he told Sir John Pakington, in the presence of Levinge, that a later indenture was made in trust to Mr. Spencer and others and to Sir John Pakington the son.
Formerly in a bundle with L.e.673
Phillipps 24126
He is stricken with a palsy, and is sorry that he cannot come to him without "danger of my life." Because "I woulde leaue the worlde in peace I will be contented to loose all my monie if you shoulde so awarde hit ... thoughe he be mvch vnworthie of hit, because he & his father haue charged me with soe manie vntruethes." In a "postscript," he discusses the sealing of bonds, and mentions Clay (a creditor) and Willington's brother George. See L.e.1036.
Formerly in a bundle with L.e.672.
Phillipps 24126
Discusses the dispute between him and his brother Edward Willington. He has considered the matter with Edward and does not doubt Ferrers's "worthines of minde." But he has vowed that he never will be bound to Edward: "therefore let him take his course againste me." Willington will likewise take his own course against him. Entreats Ferrers to send him his writing "though [Edward] haue takene aduantage bye hit." Also entreats him either to reconcile or redeliver the bond. See L.e.1036.
Phillipps 24126
Discusses the dispute between him and his brother Edward. Edward has answered that he will never release the Londoners. Mentions Richard Read, who wrote to Ferrers that Thomas Willington promised and owes his son £70, which is "more then a better mans estate then mine will beare." Presents six reasons why he does not owe the money. Asks that he not give any credit to Read's letter. See L.e.1036.
Formerly in a bundle with L.e.672.
Formerly in a bundle with L.e.672.
Phillipps 24126
Discusses the dispute between him and Richard Read. Willington's "matter is vnfaigned and vnduised, as theirs is, as you maye finde, if you examine but his owne brothers, concerninge those six poynt[es] which I wrytte in my laste letter." Does not fear to be bound to Ferrers, knowing that mercy and justice remain in his "worthy bosom." Mentions his brother George. See L.e.1036.
Without an address. Sharpe told Ferrers that the bailiff had dealt most basely with him in betraying "the trust he imposed in you." Ferrers and others think he is at fault.
Phillipps 28715
Address the letter to "Good Knight[es]." "[A]lthough you had greate pleasure in sarvinge [your] owne warrant[es] duringe the parlement ... itt is much disseruinge" with them in Needwood who are restrained of their fees. Mentions his good friend Mr. Ward and "my good cosen Sir Walter". The peace is concluded with Spain. Ferrers's books are now perfect, but "in [yours] you had made many bloott[es]."
Phillipps 28716
Discusses Sir John and Lady Pakington, the marriages of their and Ferrers's children, and the financial considerations thereof. See L.e.658.
Formerly in a bundle with three other related copy letters
At the head of this letter: "My first letter". Discusses a legal matter regarding Manley. His solicitor is sick and is unable to serve him in the prosecution of Mr. Manley's "busines" in the High Commission Court. Ferrers has trusted the recipient of the letter as his notary and is confident in his honesty in examining his witnesses. Requests that he send copies of the articles by the bearer, or else he will have to go to London himself. He knows "the world hath an eye of thes proceding[es] wherin my creditt ... lies at stake." See L.e.1039.
Formerly in a bundle with three other related copy letters
With integral leaf without address. Watermark: Pot (initials '[TMO?]') (Not in Briquet).
At the head of this letter: "The answeare". Responds to Ferrers's letter regarding the Manley case. Is sorry to hear his solicitor is sick. He is pleased to be of service to him in the matter. He did not keep copies of the depositions. Confirms that there is much proof against Manley, touching the "incontinence" between Manley and his maid Wetton and between him and Mousely: it was further proved "that he was found in naked bed" with her. Mr. Clayton fully deposed that Manley confessed to adultery with a widow in Leicester. Mr. Cole will have to be exhibited in part of proof of the confession at the court in Leicester. Touches on the alleged demission of notes by Manely: Mr. Bourne deposed that Manley gave no such demissions and that he (Mr. Bourne) gave Manely no such authority to do so. He does not see how Manley can escape any of the crimes. See L.e.1039.
Formerly in a bundle with three other related copy letters.
With integral leaf without address. Watermark: Pot (initials '[TMO?]') (Not in Briquet).
At the head of this letter: "My reply". Is fully satisfied with his honesty and, to that point, asks him to take over the whole of his proceedings with respect to the Manley case. Was concerned that the Commissioners did not have copies of the articles before them whereby they could truly understand his proceedings. The "Plebean depondent[es] therin ignorant prattle of not beinge fully examined matters not," since he his fully satisfied with "yo[u]r carefull & honest behauiour therin." He has sent him the act of court to send to Mr. Cole. Has also sent him the act that Mr. Clayton showed unpon his examination. Requests that he let him know if there is anything else the court in Leicester needs relating to this matter. Ask him to write to Mr. Cole about his intentions. Mr. Belcanquall is setting out to London early the following morning and will speedily deliver his letters. See L.e.1039.
Formerly in a bundle with three other related copy letters
With integral leaf without address. Watermark: Pot (initials '[TMO?]') (Not in Briquet).
At the head of this letter: "his reioynder". Discusses the suit (Tuckley et Manley) in the High Commission Court. Since Humphrey Ferrers cannot attend this term, in his stead Ferrers has sent the author of this letter. Asks him to take copies of the depositions of Tuckley's witnesses as soon as he can and then to send by their Lichfield carrier or some other trusted messenger. Has enclosed a copy of Manley's confession, but "I hauinge diligently vewed it ouer, doe find [tha]t he was not called for com[m]ittinge fornicac[i]on". Further discusses the suit. Mentions William Tuckley. See L.e.1039.
Phillipps 30293
He has written to his proctor Mr. Coles many times this term according to Ferrers's request for information on how his case is proceeding, but Coles has not responded. He wrote to his own proctor in London, Mr. Roberts, to find out whether Coles had taken forth Ferrers's depositions and to have them sent to Topples. Roberts wrote to Topples that Coles's clerk told him that Coles had not taken forth the depositions because no money was sent up for Ferrers's charges. The clerk said the copies of Ferrers's depositions will amount to 40s. Topples is suspicious: to such proctors as he has dealt with, he has never sent money up, "nether do they demand any vntill [th]e end of [th]e Terme". Mentions Tuckley. He has heard that Manley has taken forth a commission, but what his allegation is he does not know. Will soon wait on him at Dunstall.
Understands copies of the depositions have been made, but it was long into the term before Mr. Cole had them copied. Heard that Manley has tried to get a new commission. Asserts that if Manley succeeds, it will prejudice Ferrers in two respects: Manley will try to cross examine and possibly entrap or weaken the testimony of the witnesses who have sworn against him at the first commission; or the new commission may result in delaying the hearing of the case. Suggests a course to prevent the new commission: asks him to have Mr. Roberts or some solicitor expert in ecclesiastical proceedings go to Doctor Heden with the depositions at the beginning of the term and have a date set for the hearing.
Phillipps 22396
Address on verso of leaf. Has sent to her by a carrier a pair of brass andirons, "criperes", and tongs. "Yf god will", he and his wife will visit her this summer in Tamworth or Walton.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
He has been secretly told that Bradbourne is in suit with her for the mill field and that a jury has been empanelled in Derbyshire. "[A]ll this and a great delle mor is now the comon talcke in london and therfor I thought it my dutie to writ to you of it". Urges her to let Mr. Wightwick know. Mentions Mr. Milward. (on the recto of the integral address leaf is a draft letter to an unnamed recipient apparently in the hand of Lady Anne Ferrers. In the letter she indicates that she is sending by the bearer a letter from Mr. Wightwick relating to two pieces of land called "the Birchmors".)
Phillipps 24126
She is worried about her and hopes for her safe arrival home. Edward Littleton, who promised to deliver this letter to Lady Ferrers, said that she had not arrived at home by Easter week. Her son was angry that his man did not accompany Lady Ferrers for her entire journey, but left her at Bedford before turning back. Since then she has heard that Lady Ferrers spent the entire night in Bedford. Was pleased and thankful for their meeting. "Your sweet sosiety though short hath made a great impreshon of loue wher the carrackters of consanguinity wear so deeply sett befoer". Encloses verse: "keepe thes verses from anye vew". The verse were the fruits of infancy: "for though the first of thes wer at the age of 14 yett I haue many moer at the least 2 years befoer that." Asks to be remembered to Sir Humphrey Ferrers.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Discusses business matters. Her servant has delivered his man £10. He has the deeds and will take them with him to London, and his man will send out a pardon for the alienation of Moldridge. Another license must be sent out if she passes it to Sir John Rowse, but in all reason he is to bear the charges of it. He will be ready to attend Rowse in London and to meet with Mr. Wightwick concerning her lands in Buckinghamshire. Sir Richard Broke (Brooke?) was with him the last term and expected to have received £200 from her. Will be of service to her in this or any other matter.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Discusses business matters. His servant Mr. Fisher has received of Mr. Pegge £300. Milward has sealed Pegge's conveyance. Sir Richard Broke (Brooke?) was not in London, but he doubts not that he will seal. Mr. Fisher paid Sir Richard Brooke's man £80 and has taken up her bond. He paid her money into the Court of Wards.
Phillipps 22396
Understands from her father-in-law that he and Lady Ferrers have not concluded upon the purchase of Moldridge.
Phillipps 30293
Asks her to look into the depositions taken in Chancery in the case wherein Sir John Ferrers was plaintiff against Bradbourne. Advises her that she may do well to send them up this term so that they may be examined by Sir John Savage "or one or both of my men" that may be present at the trial the next assizes.
Phillipps 22932
Discusses legal matters. Is sorry that she has often seen mention of the want of the "draught of assignment", which his man tell him is "at Coventrye faire ingressed". He expects to be at Coventry Fair on Saturday June 27, and he will take order that it be sent to her at that time. He is willing to examine it and assures her that this will cause no delay since Sir Thomas Burdett is at London, has not been in the country since Easter term, and could not have sealed it since that time. Wightwick has received the books she sent, but it is uncertain whether the trial will be in the country or at the Bar.
Phillipps 28678
No address on verso of leaf. Asks her if she has received the goods that Lady Ferrers sent for and that she send word to her if there is anything else she wants sent to her. She is very sick. She would like Lady Ferrers to let her know where she should direct her letters. Her husband requests that if Lady Ferrers sends down any letter that she would not have anyone "so see it to writ of the out sid the leter".
He has perused Ferrers's papers and finds that the entries and claims have been exactly done. It is his opinion that nothing further need be done. Regarding a lease of Ferrers's, he thinks it is better to meddle with Risborough than with Newport. (A contemporary transcription of this letter appears on the verso.)
Phillipps 28676
Archer's mother, who is in poor health, asked her son to write to Ferrers to acquaint him with legal developments relating to a priory. Archer's father, Sir Henry Newton, and Sir John Bale have bound themselves in £5000 to stand to the arbitration of Mr. John Hailes, Mr. Edward [Peyton?], Mr. John Rouse, and Mr. [Tovey?]. Archer promises Ferrers that nothing will be done to prejudice Ferrers's title.
Phillipps 30301
Starts the letter: "Littera non erubescunt, otherwise might I want confidence to present you with this slow account of the names of my Cossen Henry fferrers his children of Badgley." Names the sons, Edward, George, John, Thomas, and Henry. The youngest child, a daughter, is named Elizabeth. Thanks him for his kindness to him when he was in London.
Phillipps 28686
Address on verso of leaf. Refers to his letter of the previous March 30 regarding his mother's unjust will. Archer never received any answer from Ferrers. Since he would like to put an end to it "that I may obliterate the memory of it", he requests that Ferrers authorize Sir William Bromley to lend Archer money. He has heard nothing of Ferrers's bill in Chancery.
Phillipps 28679
Address on verso of leaf. Beanow was to wait upon him Saturday as he had indicated to him, but Mr. Ferrers never showed up. Writes to him to determine what Ferrers would like to do.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
No address on verso of leaf. Starts her letter: "Sur". Discusses a land sale. She understands that a treaty of land between the recipient of the letter and Bearcroft's husband appears to be concluded. She explains that it would be inconvenient for her and her husband, who are childless, to buy the land. The land is remote from them, and the Bearcrofts are old, with "one fote in the grave". Request that he consider their situation.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121]
Acknowledges receipt of his letter dated May 23. The following day he obeyed his commands by going to Walton and paying Mr. Bedford £12, 10 shillings and giving John Draper £30 to buy a horse. Bearcroft met with Mr. Meller and received from him £32, 10 shillings. Although Bearcroft has been silent on the matter, now he admits that Meller strikes him as jealous "for hee seemes much to sleight yo[u]r business and speake not only at home but much abroad that hee will neuer deale" for him (i.e. the recipient of this letter) again. Supposes that he has received Mr. Whiting's letter to this point. Requests that he let him know what he has decided pursuant to the setting of his meadow ground and whom Tuckley should make use of to help set it. Apologizes for his writing in this letter, for he had to make use of "strainge tooles" since he is now at Mr. White's shop.
Phillipps 24457
Discusses financial and land related matters.
Phillipps 28715
Discusses the leasing and selling of land. He has received word from Mr. Parker, and upon examining it he finds that Ferrers's rental rates (£77, 10 shillings, 4 pence) are improved. But he is afraid the times will not bear it, yet if Ferrers resolves to sell part of his "antient estate", Bearcroft "should be farr from vnder valuinge of it". If Ferrers offers him the refusal, he would give him "the worth of it". Offers him £1250 for the whole estate there remaining unsold.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Only the signature remaining Address on verso.
Phillipps 22932
The letters is also signed by Thomas Dale, Thomas Alsop, and Thomas Ball. Discusses the dispute relating to the moor in Parwich. Apologizes for not having written to him. He has not concluded with his neighbors in Parwich concerning the moor. Also mentions Mr. Leeming and William Alsop. Explains that Mellor, Halley, and Clay dissent from the rest in this matter, with Mellor going from house-to-house and making threatening statements. Asks Ferrers for his assistance and to let Mr. Bennet know what is going on.
With address on verso of sheet. Reports that he was at Parwich with Mr. Bennet to discuss the moor, but they have not decided anything because Mr. Leeming was not there. They did discuss Ferrers's plot of land in the moor ("knowne by the name of Coumes"), and Bradley thinks it is the best place Ferrers can lie in. Ir will amount to 13 acres an oxgang and it is to lie in Leeming's plot. He will not pursue the issue of the fence until Ferrers gives him instructions. Bennet will be visiting Ferrers in London to discuss the issue. Discusses at length matters relating to tenants. Mentions Killhare and Fitzherbert.
Phillipps 28686
No address on verso of leaf. He has been in contact with Mr. Archer concerning Archer's compliance with Bromley's (and the recipient of this letter) bill in Chancery. Relates Archer's response ("verbatim"): Archer "cursorily" read over the bill and found such great mistakes that he will be advised to make some corrections. Archer does not feel there is any party willing to put an end to it. Bromley reports that Mr. Halbeck wrote to him about the £200 he had received from Mr. Archer. Bromley has taken order for £100 to be paid (to Ferrers?) at his house in Westminster. Discusses also the gold the recipient of this letter had mentioned in a previous letter: Bromley thinks it should be employed for the benefit of child. He will send for the mother's (Mrs. Archer) consent.
Phillipps 30293
Has received his letter. In answer, he has enclosed a bill of charge. Discusses business and legal matters.
Address on verso of leaf. Encloses a copy of the information concerning a bridge. He has shown the information to Mr. Wringtton (?) and will show it to Mr. Degg. Discusses the vacancy of the schoolmaster at Barton ("Mr. Birch being dead"). The town thought so little of Birch that many who desired good education for their children were forced to send them abroad for it. Breacknock asks Ferrers to vote for the new schoolmaster by a proxy since Ferrers is so far from Barton.
Understands that he has taken three beast-gates of the widow Harrison for two years from the following Lady Day. Writes to let him know that the previous Michaelmas Thomas Harrison, being in great debt, and his mother told Burton to take the same beast-gates. Burton gave them £1, 10 shillings. in hand and expected to give 10s. more at Candlemas. Discusses a dispute regarding the plowing of eight beast-gates. Richard Harrison and his wife made an assignment of them to William Hartley from whom Burton has an interest. Displays in a column his financial outlays, which total £33, 12 shillings, 10 pence.
Phillipps 28725
Discusses and upcoming election. Doubts not that he has heard that election day in the county is on Thursday. Does not know where Ferrers stands, but reports that most of their county will be for Mr. Gell and Ferrers. Gives Ferrers his upcoming travel itinerary. Mentions Henry Bradley (?) and Lord Manfield.
Phillipps 30301
"Dear sonne" (i.e. Ferrers is Carelton's son-in-law). He has heard from his advocate in Holland, who had a long meeting with van Dalen and the procurer (who is "trusted and appointed by the Court of Holland"). "It seemes that all the neglect hath proceeded from van Dalen's lazinesse, but the maine of our busines is safe, and shortly there will be some money for my daughter." The rents due the previous May 31 were not received, but they have been promised that they would be paid. Wishes he could have told Ferrers that they already had the money. He will not depart London until August 11 or 12. New from London: the Dutch fleet is "sorely" beaten again, and, according to General Monck's letter, "35 of their good men of warre, most of them taken, some sunck and some fired". The English ship called the Garland has been recovered from the Dutch. It is likely that Admiral Trump has been murdered or otherwise perished (Monck sent a message after sealing his letter to General Cromwell that he thought he should never hear more of Trump). Describes the ensuing battles in the Netherlands. More news is expected. It looks as if the Dutch will "yeeld to our conditions, or suffer worse", but cautions that "our wisedom, herein, may possibly be deceaued".
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
The end of the letter is a note of expenses for goods and services totalling £47, 15shillings.
Phillipps 30293
Mentions a letter that came by the post the previous Saturday from Ferrers to Alexander Stanhope, who is now at Early with his sister. Chesterfield is expecting him to return home the same night. Ferrers can expect his sword and belt by the next carrier, and she has sent to Swan about the hat he desires. Mentions John Gorton. "I see you mind your sporte more than state affayrs". She expected to have received a visit from him, his wife, and their children. "My very kind loue to my daughter and the little ones."
Phillipps 28682
No address on verso of leaf (at the end of the letter: "ffor John fferisse ... most humbely prest"). He encloses one letter that he received, but, en route to London, lost another letter that was directed to Ferrers. He apologizes and asks for his patience. Mr. Warde will arrive on the 22nd, and he hopes to receive £1000.
Phillipps 2932
Would like to meet with him as soon as possible in Tamworth to discuss an urgent matter that may affect both their interests. On verso, in another hand, is a note relating to George Sanders of Bitterscote and plow lands (i.e. a land dispute?).
Address on verso of leaf. Encloses an account of all the passages since he came up. Mentions that Portugal has had a great victory against the Spanish. Does not wish him in parliament. The "Com[m]on Wealths men are many, & haue a great interest & able men. There are none of the old Lords in the howse".
Phillipps 28715
The neighboring country gentlemen do what they can to promote a popular election. The date of the election has not been agreed upon, but that day the sheriff of Warwick sent a precept limiting the election to April 8, "which wee thinke is more then hee ought to doe". They will agree upon the date of the election one day the following week. Mentions Mr. Repington. The election at Warwick was the previous Monday during the assizes: Sir Robert Holt and Sir Henry Puckering were chosen. Mentions Clement Fisher and Mr. Flint.
Phillipps 28714
No address on verso of leaf. His assizes will be on the 25th of the month, so that he is sending him a list of the witnesses. He will wait to hear whether Ferrers (?) would like him to send a copy of the same to Mr. Buxton. Discusses land matters pertaining to a common for sheep. "The issue is whether S[i]r Humfrey fferers did demise the 4 Oxgangs ..." Mentions Meller. Fox has drawn up a breviate which he will send to Ferrers by some other messenger. Henry Cromwell has come from Ireland. "[N]oe other newes but that we are in peace". It has been this day voted that all who wore "blacks" at "Olivers funerall" [i.e. Oliver Cromwell] must pay for them themselves. The heralds are sent for, since it is thought they blazoned Cromwell's arms with a crown.
Phillipps 22396
Phillipps 22396
Address on verso of integral leaf.
He has been with several ministers and others in pursuit of that service upon which Ferrers put him, but "I can do little in it ffor as I am nowe of the County my selfe, so I finde honest men unwilling to promise their voices to any, untill they see who will appeare." Thinks that Ferrers may overestimate his maintenance, as have Hill's neighbors, who think it to be £100 a year; in fact, it is £60 (£40 in money, and the vicarage at Orton amounting to £25 a year, out of which he pays £5).
Phillipps 22396
Writes to him about a debt Ferrers (?) owes to Mrs. Gresely. Jackson has been with her according to Mr. Bearcroft's order. Mrs. Gresley would like him to keep the money still because "she cannot tell what to doe with it". The money is due today. Asks him about the "2 cleses att parwich whether that you haue set them ... ffor Lady daye is past & there will be lose [sic] in them". Mrs. Gresley would like to know what he is going to do with her money.
Phillipps 30301
Discusses the Bearcroft case. Mr. Webster, the Attorney in the King's Bench for Mr. Bearcroft, wrote to Pargiter that he had notice of a trial in the Bearcroft case. Bearcroft told Webster that another was employed therein, but Pargiter wrote to Bearcroft to let him know that Pargiter's testimony might come to be useful and that he would be at the Derby assizes to assist, if Bearcroft wanted. Pargiter's son told him that Ferrers thought it was a good idea for Pargiter to be there. Upon returning from London, Pargiter appointed a small court at Tettenhall and caused a warrant to be published in the church. He discharged the quondam deputy there, Mr. Frith, and promised to be in person at every court. He compounded the fines of three small parcells of land, amounting to £6. 3s. 4d., which shall be paid to Mr. Bearcroft at Derby.
Phillipps 24126
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Discusses the collecting of rent that is in arrears. Updates him on Ferrers's affairs at Walton ("they goe on well"). The ox-moor and "intake" (i.e. enclosure) are set to one of Tamworth, the ox-moor at £16 per year, the intake at £29 per year. The wood grounds at Walton are set from Nervall for the same rent and 13s. 4d. in lieu of tithes. Someone will rent Short Rainster at 5d. an acre.
Phillipps 30332
Discusses rents. He will deliver to him the following Saturday £50 or £60 and another £30 that he will get from someone else so that Ferrers will have £80 or £90. Apologizes that he has not already sent the £100. He met with the chapman for Shuttington tithes and bargained that the tenant is to have a lease for twenty-one years starting the following Lady Day. The tenant will pay £25 per year at Michaelmas and Lady Day, pay all tithes, and maintain the channel.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
He had hoped that the last certificate, though old, would have freed Ferrers, because it certified that Ferrers was a commissioner and taxed in Derbyshire. If Ferrers is assessed in Derbyshire, Parker asserts it matters not to the counsellors at Westminster whether he pays or does not pay. Ferrers's corn upon the heath at Walton is "hopeful", and they have sowed peas and barley. Parker will send some part of his rent speedily.
Phillipps 30293
The bearer will pay him £200 more than the bill Parker sent Ferrers for £200.
Phillipps 22932
Encloses a bill for £250, part of his Bradbourne rents. Parker has been there all this week. The rent for Lea Hall, £100, will not be paid until about Midsummer. He will honor his commands and have the Lea Hall grounds paved. Discusses money matters.
Phillipps 28715
Wants to be Ferrers's chapman for some of Ferrers's lands (i.e., a little "pleck" (i.e. plot) formerly in the possession of Richard Walker; the park belonging to the black house farm; another little pleck; John Pool's farm; and other properties). Discusses land related matters.
Phillipps 28715
Legal matters. He discussed with Mr. Pemberton Ferrers's fine. Pemberton said that once it is paid, it cannot be revoked but by a writ of error. The writ must be brought before the infant is of age and then entered as a matter of record. He asked Pemberton to go on with the draft of the lease and deed. Mr. Ward does not know what Ferrers desires.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
No address on verso of leaf.
Sends his old letters, which he found among "some old sleeping papers". The letters are in Rogers's son's hand. He will let the recipient of this letter read them to understand their meaning.
Phillipps 22932
Upon his return home, his wife showed him one of St. Maurice's letters. Asks him to excuse him for not having written sooner. He thought St. Maurice had already left England for Holland.
Address on verso of leaf. Discusses land related matters. Alerts him that the that time during which Aeltie Jarell had land in "hyer" has expired, and the person to whom she had turned it over for two years will not have it except unpon several terms (e.g. he wants to have the land for seven years at £200 per year; he wants to cut a ditch through the middle of a field and make the one half pasture which he will sow with "clauer" (i.e. clover) grass seed, etc.). Asks Ferrers to let her know how she should proceed.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Address on verso leaf. "Most honoured Master and Mistris". Encloses accounts for the year 1670. Ferrers is still due £151, 2 shillings(?) for rents. (A note in a different hand, partially torn away, and starting "my dear maddam", appears at the bottom.
He received his letter of April 9 on April 13. In Derby, Sir John Curson told Sitwell that he heard Mr. Revell had refused the captainship of the foot company that the committee was pleased to confer upon him. Sitwell had spoken with Revell who told him he was willing and desirous to accept the honor. Sir John Curson may have wanted to put forward another. Sitwell believes Revell will be confirmed.
Address only. Endorsed: "Stafford unpayd".
Phillipps 30294, 28685 and 28921
Address on verso of leaf. Writes to his brother about his fears that Ferrers is going to hire someone in his stead to handle his affairs. Points out that he serves him with passion ("Si vous savez avec quel zele j'entreprends toutes choses ou ie vous puis servir ...") and takes it as a great honor. He was out when his letter arrived. He purchased and sent him a sword. If Ferrers doesn't like it he can return it the following week, and Stanhope will exchange it Everything is well with him; he wishes the same for Ferrer's family. Apologizes for his mistakes and the corrections in the letter.
Phillipps 22396
The sword and the cross-belt seem well-made and reasonably priced, as well as very attractive. Sends him 3[6?]s.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
"Dear Brother". Thanks him for his letter. Acknowledges his debt to him and expresses his thanks. Is glad that he is in good favor with him. Is concerned that the "distance" still continues between Ferrers and "my sister Hyd": he thinks the matter is too trivial for a quarrel.
Has sent him a hat, which took him a long time to find: "A better Beauo[u]r is not to be got for money". Hopes he will be pleased with it. The total cost of £5 is listed at the bottom.
Phillipps 22396
Discusses church related matters. He understands that there is a place, Boylyon, which has lately fallen into Ferrers's hands, which place he heard Ferrers offered to John Bearcroft, who then refused it. Thacker writes to suggest Mr. Roades ("once o[]r minister", but recently cast out). He assures him that if he admits Roades, he will have no cause of repenting the decision. Describes and promotes the qualifications and characteristics of Roades.
Phillipps 22932
Discusses affairs in Derbyshire.
Phillipps 28715
Phillipps 30293
Address on verso of leaf. Since he saw Ferrers on Saturday night, he has fallen sick, which renders him unable to wait on him presently. Requests that he pay the bearer £20, "for my want ... for it is extraordinary great".
Phillipps 22932
Understands from Mr. Pargiter that Ferrers has many desires concerning Tettenhall, among which is that Wrottesley should have the refusal of it.
No address on verso. Draft letters on recto and verso of the leaf. Mentions Edward Carleton on the recto. Signs the letter on the recto as his affectionate brother.
Phillipps 22396
Phillipps 22399
Fears he was too free with him in his last letter, admitting his was bold to send him his brass half crown. He intended "nothing but mirth". He only meant to avoid the recipient's demand for 20s. and his own demand for the same amount. Values the recipient's good opinion of him.
Phillipps 28678
Containing another draft letter, unsigned, dated "1658," and addressed to "Madame".
Phillipps 28682
The Committee for the Militia have presented Ferrers and other gentlemen officers to the council of state. Ferrers has recommended himself and others as officers, and does not solicit the recipient in these businesses because he [the recipient] is "owner of our judges" which could cause envy if they were approved before others. Ferrers has been chosen as one of the commanders, "a honour w[hi]ch I am very unworthy off yet I am willing to submit my selfe to the further censure of the Committ[ee] out of a desire to serue my country."
Will speak to Master Eyre as soon as he can and send word. Has paid 60 pounds to Luke Bodworth and has no money left to buy a horse for Bodworth since Bodworth was so earnest for his money. Master Horton has a very kind bull to sell for about five pounds. Discusses other money issues, barley, a white mare, mentions Borrowholme.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Phillipps 28686
Has received Ferrers' letter of the 20th. His cousin Horton's[?] 1600 pounds was paid for Ferrers' use at Mr. Morris' house. Other money issues relating to Mr. Allestry, Mr. Pigott, Buxtin, Mr. Whiteing.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
When is he coming to France? Make his excuses to Lady Townshend.
Phillipps 30332
Postmark. Has transferred his sponsorship of Ferrers to Mr. Pearce. School accounts on verso, 1774-1780.
Phillipps 30294, 28685, and 28721
Apologizes for disagreement, seeks to recover their friendship. Relates to a bill in the House of Lords about the entailing of properties in wills.
Phillipps 28688
Has acquainted Mr. Holte with the contents of Michell's letter. Discusses Sir Humphrey's raising of the conditions for debt payment and his desire to discharge his father's will. Refers to days appointed by Mr. Huggeford and Michell. Mr. Oldisworth is in Gloucestershire.
The jury looks like honest men. Great speeches have been made by Mr. Bretten(?) and his men. Reports the actions of Robert and Goodman(?) Cross and others. Has sent him a particular remembrance to be delivered to his master.
Phillipps 28682
With address on verso. Here is Mr. Blythe's letter "wherein euen nowe to my hand & kydney" it seems by the date to be written a fortnight since. Messenger is not returned; his friends should be in London. Hopes to hear of better news by the next.
Son promises to bear charges of case about M. Grange.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Addressed to `Good mother." Regrets her displeasure.
Acknowledgment of debt.
Phillipps 22396
Concerning a received commission from court of Chancery.
Phillipps 28676
Mentions plain cambric.
Concerning aid in a suit. Letter ends with presentments for Walton, 23 October 1605.
Concerning contribution for maintenance. See also Icklington receipt series, L.e.434 (1-72) and L.e.435 (1-72).
Phillipps 25547
Concerning a complaint about erratic payment of stipend.
Phillipps 24457
Concerning a case regarding the Manor of Quareston.
Reports demand for legacy.
With integral address leaf. With trace of seal. Heavily soiled.
Phillipps 30293
Concerning a man-servant pressed to a sodyer.
Concerning sent exemplifications of 3's letters patent.
Phillipps 28725
Concerning the making of a gown body.
Concerning inability to be present at assizes.
Phillipps 22396
Phillipps 28678
Concerning legal case.
Phillipps 278703
Phillipps 30293
Concerning sherry and wine.
Concerning a release.
Phillipps 27382
Concerning payment for rent at Windsor.
Phillipps 24457
Concerning a legal case.
Phillipps 28689
Concerning the suppression of alehouses.
Phillipps 22932
Concerning acts of court. See L.e.154 and L.e.1018 which also mention Samuel Whiting.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Concerning Ferrers land at Boylestone.
Phillipps 21591 and 25121
Concerning obtaining rolls of copyholders at Tettenhall.
Phillipps 30301
Concerning the arrival of a trunk and writings.
Phillipps 22932
Phillipps 22932
Concerning tithes. Includes a copy of a letter to Mr. Taylor "as exactly as I could transcrib it. . ."
Concerning the desire of the mayor of Chesterfield, for yearly election to parliament.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Has sent promised horse.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Will be at sessions.
Phillipps 22396
Seeks bond for debt. Second letter (cut into 2 pieces) included.
Hoped to have met you.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Concerning the receipt of a suitable man-servant.
Phillipps 22396
Concerning money.
Phillipps 22396
Concerning the sending of a commission in the case of Sacheverell vs. Ferrers.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Has made much search among books.
Phillipps 21591 and 23121
Concerning deeds and fines.
Phillipps 28722
Discussion concerning the Bretton law suit.
Phillipps 28682
Concerning lands.
Phillipps 28730