Newes from the citie of Norwich: of certain passages which happened there on Munday last, relating to the number of the cavaliers which are dispersed in sundry villages neer the citie.: Also shewing the resolution of the inhabitants of Northampton-shire, being 4000 men ready arm'd, in the opposition of the cavaliers, who are enemies to the Parliament, and the Protestant religion: also how some Parliament men of Northampton-shire, have in two dayes the last week, taken subscriptions of of [sic] plate and money, to the value of 3000 pounds, and 480 horse brought in by the countrey-men into Northampton. Also a manifestation how the gentrie and traine bands in York-shire do begin to fall away from the King, and many of the lords souldiers by twenties do run away, and many of the princes likewise. With the true relation of the siege of Coventrie, and the joyfull newes from the citizens on Wednesday, in their prosperous proceedings, which God continue: shewing how they tooke three peeces of ordnance from my L. of Northamptons men, and a load of armes the last weeke. Ordered that this be printed. Hen. Elsin. Cler. Par. D. C.

Good and true newes from Bedford declaring the pollitick and profitable exploit of Collonell Mountague comming with his forces from Cambridge, and obtaining entrance into that towne under the denomination of being forces commanded by Collonel Hurrey and Sir Lewis Dives for the king, by which meanes he was well entertained, and under pretence seized many horses, and took divers sums of money, which was before collected for the use of the king, but now imployed for the benefit of the Parliament and state; in a letter from Bedford to London, by a gentleman there residing. Together with another letter from the Lion, a ship in service for the Parliament now at Hull, declaring the good service performed by the sea-men on land, against the Earl of Newcastles forces, driving them from their siege took nine peeces of ordnance, whereof one was called the Queenes pocket pistoll, received from Denmark, anno Dom. 1643. This is licensed and entred into the Hall booke according to order.

T. V.

January 1643

[8] p.The first letter is unsigned; the second is dated and signed: Yarmouth, October 14. 1643. T.V....

The designes of the rebels in Kent. At their rendezvous, the day before the storming of Maidstone. As they were found in a person of qualities pocket, who was taken prisoner, and this day sent up to the House of Commons. Upon which, and other things of note, the Lords and Commons had a conference this day. With the substance of His Excellencies letter to both Houses of Parliament, of a more fuller relation then formerly, having taken so many arms as to make up 4000. 1500 prisoners, and 1500 horse; besides all the country-men, whom the Generall hath discharged, and sent to their own homes. Together, with an act of indempnity passed by the House of Commons for the county of Essex, with their laying down of their armes, and returning to their own habitations. Imprimatur Gilbert Mabbot.

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 7th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The tvvo petitions of the Buckingham-shire men delivered the XIth of January one to the Peers, the other to the House of Commons, in the behalfe of Mr. Hampden, burgesse for their shire, &c. They being 4000. that came on horseback to deliver them. And also a relation of the free and voluntary offers of the trayned bands of the City of London; of the masters of shippes, mariners and seamen; of the aprentices of London; of the trayned bands of Southwarke, and of the watermen upon the Thames to defend the King and Parliament against malignant councells and plots of Papists.

[1], 5, [2] p.Actual publication date from Wing.Cropped; some print show-through.Reproduction of the...

The last true newes from Yorke, Nottingham, Coventry and Warwicke: or all the speciall passages and occurences in these parts, from the 24 of August, to the 4 of September, 1642. Amongst which is related the commissions sent by his Majesty, under the broad seale of England, to the Earle of Cumberland, for the speedy raising of all the trained bands, both of horse and foot, in York-shire, Lancashire, Cumberland, Westmerland, and Northumberland, to serve the King against the Parliament. As also of the great distractions in the city of Yorke, at this preseut [sic], worthy of observation. Sent in a letter to informe those that stand well affected to the King and Parliament, Sep. 4. 1642.

Dickenson, Henry.

January 1642

[8] p.Signed on page [8]: "Henry Dickenson".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A message sent to the Parliament from the members of the House of Commons at Colchester, informing them of the passages there, how the multitude doth daily increase, and have plundered the Lady Rivers house at Colchester, and taken from her the value of forty thousand pound in money, plate, jewels, and other things of great worth; threatning moreover to plunder all the papists houses in Essex, conceiving them to be the causers of the present distractions. Likewise the coming of the Earl of Southampton the Earl of Dorset. and Sr. Iohn Culpeper to both Houses concerning the withdrawing their present forces. Also a true relation of the manner of taking Dover Castle on Wednesday night Aug. 25. by the Earl of Warwick and M. Dukes. And the taking of a ship that came from Spaine by the Earle of Warwick with 600000 pound, seized upon at Southampton for the use of the Parliament, and ordered to be brought up to London. Joh. Brown, Cler. Parl.

England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.

August 1642

[2], 6 p.Reproduction of the original in the British Library.Variant has the "0" in "August 20" over...

Exceeding joyfull newes from Coventry declaring the happy successe of Col. Hambden, Col. Goodwyn, and the citisens of Coventry, against Prince Robert and his forces, who besieged Coventry on Friday last. With the number of them that were slain, and the taking of Cap. Iohnson and many other prisoners. Also the victorious proceedings of the Earle of Argile against the Earl of Derbie, who while the E. of Derby besieged Manchester the second time, and was from thence repulsed, seized upon the Ile of Man, the ancient inheritance of the Earls of Derby, and hath there placed many strong garrisons. With exceeding good news from Holland, expressed in the fidelity of the States to the Parliament of England, who made stay of four great vessels laden with men and ammunition to assist the King against the Parliament.

October 1642

[8] p.Signatures: A⁴.Place of publication from Wing.Reproduction of the original in the British Libr...

The resolution of the gentry and commonalty in the county of Nottingham, presented to his Excellence the Earle of Essex, the 12. of Septemb.: VVherin they declare the innumerable oppressions that they have suffered by the cavaliers, since the setting up of His Majesties standard at Nottingham. Likewise manifesting their intentions to joyne with his Excellence, and to be assisting as far as in them lies, to bring these cavaliers and evil counsellers to condigne punishment. Also the true proceedings of his Excellence, since his arrivall in Nottinghamshire. Whereunto is annexed, the substance of a letter sent from one of the Kings servants, declaring His Majesties great want of money, insomuch that he hath not paid his servants any board-wages since the beginning of this war.

Johnson, William, 17th cent.

September 1642

[2], 6 p.Signed at end: Will. Johnson.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

An exact relation of foure notable victories obtained by the Parliaments forces: being informed to the Honourable House of Parliament on Satterday last, being the 24. day of this instant February, 1644. Viz. I. The taking of 3000 pound in money, besides plate and jewels, with a convoy of sixty horse; going from Prince Rupert to Weymouth. II. Collonel Mittons taking of one collonel, many captaines and other officers, and 60 common soldiers prisoners; with the routing two regiments of Irish rebels newly landed, and taking their bag and baggage. III. A defeat given to the Newark forces, occasioned by a discovery of a dangerous plot, for betraying the town of Nottingham; with the manner of drowning many of them, and taking others prisoners. IV. The taking of twelve ships by the Earle of Warwicks ships, which were imployed against the Parliament, under the command of Browne Bushell; with a relation of what store of ordnance, ammunition and treasure was therein. Published according to order.

January 1644

[2], 6 p.Reproduction of the original in the British Library.Annotation on Thomason copy: The 4 in t...

A true and exact relation of the most remarkable passages, which have happened at Warwicke and Banbury since my Lord of Northamptons taking away the ordnance from Banbury Castle. Sent in a letter from a gentleman of good worth, to his sonne in Burchen-Lane, London. Which gentleman hath been in all the oppositions to the Earle of Northamptons proceedings. Likewise, a declaration by the Lords and Commons in Parliament, that all such persons upon any pretence whatsoever, that shall assist His Majesty, with horse, arms, plate or money, are traytors to the King, Parliament, and kingdom, and shall be brought to condigne punishment for the same. Ordered by the Lords and Commons in Parliament, that this declaration be forthwith printed and published. Hen. Elsynge, Cler. Parl. D. Com.

Golbee, John.
England and Wales. Parliament.

August 1642

7, [1] p.The relation signed: Iohn Golbee.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The true ansvver of the Parliament to the petition of the Lord Major,: and Common-Councell, for removing the army, securing the tower, putting the city into a posture of defence, and to have major generall Skippon commander in chiefe. Also, the oath and information of Mr. Iohn Everet, discovering to the lord major and common-councell, the intents of the army against the city of London. Likevvise, a letter from Norwich of the manner of blowing up of the magazine there, the killing of above 100. persons and other sad accidents, which happened at the same time. April 27. 1648. Imprimatur Gilb. Mabbot.

England and Wales. Parliament.
T. S.
City of London (England). Court of Common Council.

[2], 6 p.The Lords' reply acknolwedges receiving the Common-Council's petition the 27th of April."A ...

A perfect relation of the taking of Leicester: with the severall marches of the Kings army since the taking thereof. Colonell Hastings being made the governour. With the state of the town at this present. And how they plunder the countrey. Also, how Northampton horse skirmished with the Kings, and what losse on both sides. With the condition of both armies, and their severall rendezvouz fully made known. Published by authority.

January 1645

[2], 6 p.Dated at end: Northampton, June 9. 1645.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 12th".Reproducti...

A declaration from many thousands of His Majesties loyall and faithfull subjects in the county of York, concerning the raising of an army both of horse and foot to aid and assist the King: and the resolution of the knights, gentry, and free-holders thereupon; as also, their protestation touching the northern army. Likewise, the humble remonstrance and proposals of divers knights, gentry, and free-holders in the county of Leicester; concerning the Kings Majesty, Crown, and Kingdome. Sent to the Kings most Excellent Majesty. Ordered that this declaration be published in all the parish churches, and market towns within the said county of York.

January 1648

[2], 3 [i.e. 5], [1] p.Page 5 misnumbered 3.Annotation on Thomason copy: "March 27".Reproduction of ...

Good newes out of Cheshire. Being a certaine relation of the late passages of that great malignant, James Earle of Darby; how he raised forces against the Parliament. With which drawing towards the Kings army near Brumicham in Warwicke-shire, he was set upon and defeated by the trained bands of that county, losing in the fight six hundred of his cavaliers.

8 p.Publication date from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nouemb 23 1642".Reproduction of the ori...

The true coppy of a letter sent by Mr Speaker to the sheriffes of severall counties. Namely: Worcester, Cambridge, Huntington, Lecester, North-hampton, Warwick, and Rutland. Which have not as yet paid in the poll-money. With the copy of an order sent from the Lords and Commons now assembled in Parliament to these severall counties before-named, for the speedy transportaion of that money to York for disbanding of his Majesties army. And they that are found faulty, shall incurre both the ill-opinion and severe punishment of both Houses of Parliament. August 24. 1641.

Lenthall, William, 1591-1662.
England and Wales. Parliament.

[2], 5, [1] p."Worcester, "Lecester," are bracketed together; as are "North-hampton, Rutland."Place ...

A great victorie obtained against the enemy, at the raising of the siege before Taunton, on Sunday last, May 11. With the manner of the severall fights; and what was lost on both sides: how the enemy dispersed themselves, 20. colonels, majors and captains slain, and 300. common souldiers in the siege, and many wounded. Certified by two letters: the one from Colonell Weldens quarters, to Sir Thomas Fairfax, his quarters, and the other from Sir Thomas Fairfax his quarters, to a person of note with the Parliament. Published according to order. With a letter of thanks to be sent to Sir Thomas Fairfax for his care, and another to Colonell Welden, &c. for their good service to the publike.

January 1645

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "May 15th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

Good and true newes from Bedford declaring the pollitick and profitable exploit of Collonell Mountague comming with his forces from Cambridge, and obtaining entrance into that towne under the denomination of being forces commanded by Collonel Hurrey and Sir Lewis Dives for the king, by which meanes he was well entertained, and under pretence seized many horses, and took divers sums of money, which was before collected for the use of the king, but now imployed for the benefit of the Parliament and state; in a letter from Bedford to London, by a gentleman there residing. Together with another letter from the Lion, a ship in service for the Parliament now at Hull, declaring the good service performed by the sea-men on land, against the Earl of Newcastles forces, driving them from their siege took nine peeces of ordnance, whereof one was called the Queenes pocket pistoll, received from Denmark, anno Dom. 1643. This is licensed and entred into the Hall booke according to order.

T. V.

January 1643

[8] p.The first letter is unsigned; the second is dated and signed: Yarmouth, October 14. 1643. T.V....

The designes of the rebels in Kent. At their rendezvous, the day before the storming of Maidstone. As they were found in a person of qualities pocket, who was taken prisoner, and this day sent up to the House of Commons. Upon which, and other things of note, the Lords and Commons had a conference this day. With the substance of His Excellencies letter to both Houses of Parliament, of a more fuller relation then formerly, having taken so many arms as to make up 4000. 1500 prisoners, and 1500 horse; besides all the country-men, whom the Generall hath discharged, and sent to their own homes. Together, with an act of indempnity passed by the House of Commons for the county of Essex, with their laying down of their armes, and returning to their own habitations. Imprimatur Gilbert Mabbot.

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 7th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The tvvo petitions of the Buckingham-shire men delivered the XIth of January one to the Peers, the other to the House of Commons, in the behalfe of Mr. Hampden, burgesse for their shire, &c. They being 4000. that came on horseback to deliver them. And also a relation of the free and voluntary offers of the trayned bands of the City of London; of the masters of shippes, mariners and seamen; of the aprentices of London; of the trayned bands of Southwarke, and of the watermen upon the Thames to defend the King and Parliament against malignant councells and plots of Papists.

[1], 5, [2] p.Actual publication date from Wing.Cropped; some print show-through.Reproduction of the...

The last true newes from Yorke, Nottingham, Coventry and Warwicke: or all the speciall passages and occurences in these parts, from the 24 of August, to the 4 of September, 1642. Amongst which is related the commissions sent by his Majesty, under the broad seale of England, to the Earle of Cumberland, for the speedy raising of all the trained bands, both of horse and foot, in York-shire, Lancashire, Cumberland, Westmerland, and Northumberland, to serve the King against the Parliament. As also of the great distractions in the city of Yorke, at this preseut [sic], worthy of observation. Sent in a letter to informe those that stand well affected to the King and Parliament, Sep. 4. 1642.

Dickenson, Henry.

January 1642

[8] p.Signed on page [8]: "Henry Dickenson".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A message sent to the Parliament from the members of the House of Commons at Colchester, informing them of the passages there, how the multitude doth daily increase, and have plundered the Lady Rivers house at Colchester, and taken from her the value of forty thousand pound in money, plate, jewels, and other things of great worth; threatning moreover to plunder all the papists houses in Essex, conceiving them to be the causers of the present distractions. Likewise the coming of the Earl of Southampton the Earl of Dorset. and Sr. Iohn Culpeper to both Houses concerning the withdrawing their present forces. Also a true relation of the manner of taking Dover Castle on Wednesday night Aug. 25. by the Earl of Warwick and M. Dukes. And the taking of a ship that came from Spaine by the Earle of Warwick with 600000 pound, seized upon at Southampton for the use of the Parliament, and ordered to be brought up to London. Joh. Brown, Cler. Parl.

England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.

August 1642

[2], 6 p.Reproduction of the original in the British Library.Variant has the "0" in "August 20" over...

Exceeding joyfull newes from Coventry declaring the happy successe of Col. Hambden, Col. Goodwyn, and the citisens of Coventry, against Prince Robert and his forces, who besieged Coventry on Friday last. With the number of them that were slain, and the taking of Cap. Iohnson and many other prisoners. Also the victorious proceedings of the Earle of Argile against the Earl of Derbie, who while the E. of Derby besieged Manchester the second time, and was from thence repulsed, seized upon the Ile of Man, the ancient inheritance of the Earls of Derby, and hath there placed many strong garrisons. With exceeding good news from Holland, expressed in the fidelity of the States to the Parliament of England, who made stay of four great vessels laden with men and ammunition to assist the King against the Parliament.

October 1642

[8] p.Signatures: A⁴.Place of publication from Wing.Reproduction of the original in the British Libr...

The resolution of the gentry and commonalty in the county of Nottingham, presented to his Excellence the Earle of Essex, the 12. of Septemb.: VVherin they declare the innumerable oppressions that they have suffered by the cavaliers, since the setting up of His Majesties standard at Nottingham. Likewise manifesting their intentions to joyne with his Excellence, and to be assisting as far as in them lies, to bring these cavaliers and evil counsellers to condigne punishment. Also the true proceedings of his Excellence, since his arrivall in Nottinghamshire. Whereunto is annexed, the substance of a letter sent from one of the Kings servants, declaring His Majesties great want of money, insomuch that he hath not paid his servants any board-wages since the beginning of this war.

Johnson, William, 17th cent.

September 1642

[2], 6 p.Signed at end: Will. Johnson.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

An exact relation of foure notable victories obtained by the Parliaments forces: being informed to the Honourable House of Parliament on Satterday last, being the 24. day of this instant February, 1644. Viz. I. The taking of 3000 pound in money, besides plate and jewels, with a convoy of sixty horse; going from Prince Rupert to Weymouth. II. Collonel Mittons taking of one collonel, many captaines and other officers, and 60 common soldiers prisoners; with the routing two regiments of Irish rebels newly landed, and taking their bag and baggage. III. A defeat given to the Newark forces, occasioned by a discovery of a dangerous plot, for betraying the town of Nottingham; with the manner of drowning many of them, and taking others prisoners. IV. The taking of twelve ships by the Earle of Warwicks ships, which were imployed against the Parliament, under the command of Browne Bushell; with a relation of what store of ordnance, ammunition and treasure was therein. Published according to order.

January 1644

[2], 6 p.Reproduction of the original in the British Library.Annotation on Thomason copy: The 4 in t...

A true and exact relation of the most remarkable passages, which have happened at Warwicke and Banbury since my Lord of Northamptons taking away the ordnance from Banbury Castle. Sent in a letter from a gentleman of good worth, to his sonne in Burchen-Lane, London. Which gentleman hath been in all the oppositions to the Earle of Northamptons proceedings. Likewise, a declaration by the Lords and Commons in Parliament, that all such persons upon any pretence whatsoever, that shall assist His Majesty, with horse, arms, plate or money, are traytors to the King, Parliament, and kingdom, and shall be brought to condigne punishment for the same. Ordered by the Lords and Commons in Parliament, that this declaration be forthwith printed and published. Hen. Elsynge, Cler. Parl. D. Com.

Golbee, John.
England and Wales. Parliament.

August 1642

7, [1] p.The relation signed: Iohn Golbee.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The true ansvver of the Parliament to the petition of the Lord Major,: and Common-Councell, for removing the army, securing the tower, putting the city into a posture of defence, and to have major generall Skippon commander in chiefe. Also, the oath and information of Mr. Iohn Everet, discovering to the lord major and common-councell, the intents of the army against the city of London. Likevvise, a letter from Norwich of the manner of blowing up of the magazine there, the killing of above 100. persons and other sad accidents, which happened at the same time. April 27. 1648. Imprimatur Gilb. Mabbot.

England and Wales. Parliament.
T. S.
City of London (England). Court of Common Council.

[2], 6 p.The Lords' reply acknolwedges receiving the Common-Council's petition the 27th of April."A ...

A perfect relation of the taking of Leicester: with the severall marches of the Kings army since the taking thereof. Colonell Hastings being made the governour. With the state of the town at this present. And how they plunder the countrey. Also, how Northampton horse skirmished with the Kings, and what losse on both sides. With the condition of both armies, and their severall rendezvouz fully made known. Published by authority.

January 1645

[2], 6 p.Dated at end: Northampton, June 9. 1645.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 12th".Reproducti...

A declaration from many thousands of His Majesties loyall and faithfull subjects in the county of York, concerning the raising of an army both of horse and foot to aid and assist the King: and the resolution of the knights, gentry, and free-holders thereupon; as also, their protestation touching the northern army. Likewise, the humble remonstrance and proposals of divers knights, gentry, and free-holders in the county of Leicester; concerning the Kings Majesty, Crown, and Kingdome. Sent to the Kings most Excellent Majesty. Ordered that this declaration be published in all the parish churches, and market towns within the said county of York.

January 1648

[2], 3 [i.e. 5], [1] p.Page 5 misnumbered 3.Annotation on Thomason copy: "March 27".Reproduction of ...

Good newes out of Cheshire. Being a certaine relation of the late passages of that great malignant, James Earle of Darby; how he raised forces against the Parliament. With which drawing towards the Kings army near Brumicham in Warwicke-shire, he was set upon and defeated by the trained bands of that county, losing in the fight six hundred of his cavaliers.

8 p.Publication date from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nouemb 23 1642".Reproduction of the ori...

The true coppy of a letter sent by Mr Speaker to the sheriffes of severall counties. Namely: Worcester, Cambridge, Huntington, Lecester, North-hampton, Warwick, and Rutland. Which have not as yet paid in the poll-money. With the copy of an order sent from the Lords and Commons now assembled in Parliament to these severall counties before-named, for the speedy transportaion of that money to York for disbanding of his Majesties army. And they that are found faulty, shall incurre both the ill-opinion and severe punishment of both Houses of Parliament. August 24. 1641.

Lenthall, William, 1591-1662.
England and Wales. Parliament.

[2], 5, [1] p."Worcester, "Lecester," are bracketed together; as are "North-hampton, Rutland."Place ...

A great victorie obtained against the enemy, at the raising of the siege before Taunton, on Sunday last, May 11. With the manner of the severall fights; and what was lost on both sides: how the enemy dispersed themselves, 20. colonels, majors and captains slain, and 300. common souldiers in the siege, and many wounded. Certified by two letters: the one from Colonell Weldens quarters, to Sir Thomas Fairfax, his quarters, and the other from Sir Thomas Fairfax his quarters, to a person of note with the Parliament. Published according to order. With a letter of thanks to be sent to Sir Thomas Fairfax for his care, and another to Colonell Welden, &c. for their good service to the publike.

January 1645

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "May 15th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

Good and true newes from Bedford declaring the pollitick and profitable exploit of Collonell Mountague comming with his forces from Cambridge, and obtaining entrance into that towne under the denomination of being forces commanded by Collonel Hurrey and Sir Lewis Dives for the king, by which meanes he was well entertained, and under pretence seized many horses, and took divers sums of money, which was before collected for the use of the king, but now imployed for the benefit of the Parliament and state; in a letter from Bedford to London, by a gentleman there residing. Together with another letter from the Lion, a ship in service for the Parliament now at Hull, declaring the good service performed by the sea-men on land, against the Earl of Newcastles forces, driving them from their siege took nine peeces of ordnance, whereof one was called the Queenes pocket pistoll, received from Denmark, anno Dom. 1643. This is licensed and entred into the Hall booke according to order.

T. V.

January 1643

[8] p.The first letter is unsigned; the second is dated and signed: Yarmouth, October 14. 1643. T.V....

The designes of the rebels in Kent. At their rendezvous, the day before the storming of Maidstone. As they were found in a person of qualities pocket, who was taken prisoner, and this day sent up to the House of Commons. Upon which, and other things of note, the Lords and Commons had a conference this day. With the substance of His Excellencies letter to both Houses of Parliament, of a more fuller relation then formerly, having taken so many arms as to make up 4000. 1500 prisoners, and 1500 horse; besides all the country-men, whom the Generall hath discharged, and sent to their own homes. Together, with an act of indempnity passed by the House of Commons for the county of Essex, with their laying down of their armes, and returning to their own habitations. Imprimatur Gilbert Mabbot.

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 7th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The tvvo petitions of the Buckingham-shire men delivered the XIth of January one to the Peers, the other to the House of Commons, in the behalfe of Mr. Hampden, burgesse for their shire, &c. They being 4000. that came on horseback to deliver them. And also a relation of the free and voluntary offers of the trayned bands of the City of London; of the masters of shippes, mariners and seamen; of the aprentices of London; of the trayned bands of Southwarke, and of the watermen upon the Thames to defend the King and Parliament against malignant councells and plots of Papists.

[1], 5, [2] p.Actual publication date from Wing.Cropped; some print show-through.Reproduction of the...

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