A letter from an eminent person in the northerne army:: how Sunday night, March 5. 1647. a party of horse and foot came to the wals of Carlile, and having ladders, entred the castle, broke open the gaole, wounded the governour, let out the prisoners, and retreated into Scotland. With the proceedings of the Parliament in Scotland. Also a letter concerning the Lord Inchequin March 13. 1647. Imprimatur Gil. Mabbot.

Bloudy nevves from Scotland declaring the particulars of a great and bloudy fight neer Sterling Bridge, between the English forces commanded by Lieuienant [sic] Generall Cromwell, and the Scottish forces, commanded by Major Generall Monro. With the full particulars fo the fight, the manner of their ingagement, the number killed and taken prisoners, the totall routing of Major Gen. Monro and all his forces, and taking of all his ordnance, arms and ammunition. Also, the Scots declaration to Lieut. Gen. Cromwell, and his express demands to his Army. With the discovery of a bloudy plot against the Lord Gen. Fairfax, shewing the manner how he should have been stabbed at St. Albans, and 40 Parliament men put to the sword.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Contains 2 letters: 1) dated: Peatling upon Tweed, 28. Sep. 1648; 2) dated: Hadding upon Tw...

Exact and certaine newes from the Siege at Yorke. And of many remarkable passages of our armys in those parts, extracted out of diverse letters which were sent by this last post from Hull, to a gentleman of Grayes-Inne. As also the taking of Mulgrave Castle, and in it Sir Walter Vavasour, Sir Peter Middletons eldest sonne, and other gentlemen of quality. Together with the relation of the Scots second army, advanced to Blithenooke in Northumberland, and their taking of Morpeth Castle. With many other remarkable observations.

January 1644

[8] p.Dated at end: 1. July 1644. Imprimatur Jo. Rushworth.Signatures: A⁴.Reproduction of the origin...

A letter from Scotland, giving a full and impartiall relation of the scattering of those forces risen against the Parliament; being all taken prisoners by Lieutenant-Generall David Lesly, and now remaining in his hands at Mercy. With an true accompt of all those officers of state removed which had a hand in the late engagement against England: with the names of those placed in their roomes by the Parliament of Scotland.

1 sheet ([1] p.)Imprint from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aprill 2 1649".Reproduction of the o...

Bloody nevves rom [sic] the Scottish Army, concerning the late bloody fight upon Munday last, six miles on this side Carlisle, between the 2. armies of England and Scotland, the one commanded by Major Gen. Lambert, the other by his Excellency Duke Hamilton. With the number that were slain and taken prisoners on both sides, and the resolution of the Scottish Army thereupon, and the names of the chiefe commanders of Scotland, which were wounded in the fight. Likewise the Scottish message to the English army, and their answer and resolution thereupon. With the declaration of the county of Kent, concerning the landing of the Duke of York, and the coming in tothe [sic] Scotish army.

Hamilton, James Hamilton, Duke of, 1606-1649.
Lambert, John, 1619-1683.
Scotland. Army.

[2], 6 p.Publication date from Wing.Consists of 4 letters: 1) dated: Perith Iuly 16. 1648; 2) signed...

The strong castle of Gothridge taken by Colonell Birch: Sir Henry Lingen, and fifty gentlemen taken prisoners, all the officers and souldiers at mercy, and all the armes and ammunition, bagg and baggage taken by the said Colonell Birch, on Fryday last, July 31. 1646. Monday the 3d. of August, 1646. This letter of Colonell Birches, with the two other letters, are examined and printed, and published according to order of Parliament.

Birch, John, 1651-1691.
England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1646

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

Collonel Morgans letter concerning his taking the strong garrison of Kildrummie from the highlanders in Scotland: with his letter and summons sent to Major Drumond, Major Drumonds answer thereunto; and the true copie of the articles concluded on between them: and the names of the hostages delivered for the performance thereof. Also, the highlanders falling down again into the lowlands, threatning fire and sword to all that refuse to joyn with them. And a great fight at Dunkill, the taking of Captain Thomason, and Col: Ramsies lieutenant, and 200 more prisoners, one hundred and fifty horse, and General Glencarns and the Earl of Kenmores ammunition, arms, bagg and baggage. And the blowing up of a strong castle with gunpowder. By J. Hill secretary to Collonel Morgan commander in chief of the English forces in the north of Scotland.

Colomiès, Paul, 1638-1692.

January 1654

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "March [the] 6:-".Reproduction of the original in the British ...

An extract of severall letters from Scotland: concerning the defeat given to the rebels forces under the command of James Ghrame, Earl of Montrosse, at Dundy, by the army of the Parliament of Scotland, under the conduct of Lieutenant-Generall Baylie, and Generall-Major Urry. Together with their pursuit of the rebels after the victory: dated at Killimure the 7. of April. 1645. 15. April. 1645. Ordered by the Lords and Commons assembled in Parliament, that publike thanksgiving be made on Sunday next in all churches and chappels within the lines of communication, for the great blessing God hath given our brethren of Scotland, in the late victory obtained against the forces under the command of the Earle of Montrosse: and it is further ordered, that this relation and order be forthwith printed and published. H. Elsynge Cler. Parl. D. Com.

England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1645

7, [1] p.Another edition has title "An extract of severall letters from Scotland; sent to their comm...

A letter from the Commissioners of Scotland,: representing the hard usage of the Earle of Lauderdaill by the souldiers of the army at Wooburn: and desiring his Majesties speedy coming to London in safety, honour, and freedome.

Scotland. Parliament.
Lauderdale, John Maitland, Duke of, 1616-1682.

[2], 8 [i.e. 6] p.Dated and signed at end: Worcester-House the 1 of August, 1647. Lauderdaill, Charl...

A declaration of the proceedings of the New Moddell'd Army in the kingdome of Scotland, against the Irish army, under the command of Generall Kilketto;: declaring the manner of their retreat to the mountaines, and the warlike preparations of the northern army, by cutting passages, and planting of ordnance. Whereunto is annexed, the new oath taken by the Scottish chivalry, concerning the kingdome of England, and Generall Kilketto: together, with their resolution and proceedings thereupon. Published by authority; and communicated to the English chivalry, for generall satisfaction of the kingdome of England, March. 1. 1647.

Bode, W., fl. 1646.
W. C.

January 1647

[8] p.Consists of two letters; the first is dated and signed: Barwick Feb. 22. 1646. W. Bode; the se...

The Marquesse of Ormonds letter to His Majestie King Charls II.: Wherein is truly related the manner of Collonel Jones sallying out of Dublin, Aug. 2. 1649. with the loss on both sides, and the prisoners taken. With the true state and condition of his army at this present before Dublin, which is beseiged with 40000 horse and foot. And the taking of the two strong castles of Ballishannon and Athy, Aug. 8. Whereunto is added His Majesties answer to his letter, Aug. 11. 1649.

Ireland. Lord Lieutenant (1641-1649 : Ormonde)

[2], 5, [1] p.Dated and signed on p.4: Dublin, Aug. 9. 1649. Ormond and Ossory.Annotation on Thomaso...

Lieut: General Cromwel's letter to the honorable William Lenthal Esq; speaker of the honorable House of Commons,: of the several great victories obtained against the Scots and Sir Marmaduke Langdales forces in the North: where were slain of the Scots party above two thousand, above nine thousand taken prisoners, four or five thousand arms taken, the whole infantry ruined, Duke Hamilton fled into Wales, and Langdale northward, Major General Vandrusk, Colonel Hurry, and Colonel Ennis taken prisoners, who formerly served the Parliament. Ordered by the Commons assembled in Parliament, that this letter be forthwith printed and published. H: Elsynge, Cler. Parl. D. Com.

Cromwell, Oliver, 1599-1658.
England and Wales. Parliament.

August 1648

14, [2] p.Dated and signed on p.14: 20th August 1648. O Cromwell.Reproduction of the original in the...

A letter from an honourable gentleman in the court, certifying the examination of Mr. Iohn Cheisly Esquire, Secretary to the Commissioners of Scotland,: who was taken and stayd at Newcastle, with his answer to the many interrogatories put unto him by the governour and major thereof, concerning Major-generall Massies going into Scotland, to rayse an army: and the Scots preparations to invade this kingdome. With some other advertisements concerning peace. Together with the certainty of the safe landing of Sir William Waller, Mr. Anthony Nicols, and other impeached members, at the Brill in Holland.

I. B.

January 1647

[2], 6 p.Signed at end: I.B.Place of publication from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aug: 23".Re...

An act of the Estates of Scotland, in the yeare 1643. And letters of horning and rebellion against James Duke of Hamilton, William Earle of Morton, Robert Earle of Roxbrough, George Earle of Kinnoule, and William Earle of Lanerick, as enemies to religion, and the peace of the kingdomes. With a letter from a person of qualitie in London, to some friends in Scotland; advising about the said Duke and Earles : and other affaires now transacting in Scotland, worthy of observation.

Scotland. Parliament. Committee of Estates.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "March. 21 1647"; the 8 in imprint date is crossed out.Reprodu...

A letter from the Parliament of Scotland, to the Parliament of England, assembled at Westminster: concerning the advance of the English Army, and their pleading of the Covenant, and the articles of pacification. Brought by Col. Grey, formerly a member of the late Lord Generall Fairfax's army. Also, their further proceedings, touching the new levy of 12000 foot, and 4000 horse; their sending of ordnance, arms, and ammunition to St. Johnstons, and their resolution in case the English Army advanceth over Tweed. Likewise, the arrivall of their declared king, at the Holy-Island, and the preparation that they have made for the receiving of his person. Together, with the dangerous declaration of the Ulster Army in Ireland, against the Parliament of England, and their resolution in order thereunto.

Scotland. Parliament.

January 1650

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 18".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A letter from His Excellency Sir Tho: Fairfax, to the Honorable William Lenthal Esq; Speaker of the Honorable House of Commons.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.
Lenthall, William, 1591-1662, correspondant.

August 1647

1 sheet ([1] p.)With decorative border.The disavowed rudeness of some soldiers, in denying Lord Laud...

Bloudy nevves from Scotland declaring the particulars of a great and bloudy fight neer Sterling Bridge, between the English forces commanded by Lieuienant [sic] Generall Cromwell, and the Scottish forces, commanded by Major Generall Monro. With the full particulars fo the fight, the manner of their ingagement, the number killed and taken prisoners, the totall routing of Major Gen. Monro and all his forces, and taking of all his ordnance, arms and ammunition. Also, the Scots declaration to Lieut. Gen. Cromwell, and his express demands to his Army. With the discovery of a bloudy plot against the Lord Gen. Fairfax, shewing the manner how he should have been stabbed at St. Albans, and 40 Parliament men put to the sword.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Contains 2 letters: 1) dated: Peatling upon Tweed, 28. Sep. 1648; 2) dated: Hadding upon Tw...

Exact and certaine newes from the Siege at Yorke. And of many remarkable passages of our armys in those parts, extracted out of diverse letters which were sent by this last post from Hull, to a gentleman of Grayes-Inne. As also the taking of Mulgrave Castle, and in it Sir Walter Vavasour, Sir Peter Middletons eldest sonne, and other gentlemen of quality. Together with the relation of the Scots second army, advanced to Blithenooke in Northumberland, and their taking of Morpeth Castle. With many other remarkable observations.

January 1644

[8] p.Dated at end: 1. July 1644. Imprimatur Jo. Rushworth.Signatures: A⁴.Reproduction of the origin...

A letter from Scotland, giving a full and impartiall relation of the scattering of those forces risen against the Parliament; being all taken prisoners by Lieutenant-Generall David Lesly, and now remaining in his hands at Mercy. With an true accompt of all those officers of state removed which had a hand in the late engagement against England: with the names of those placed in their roomes by the Parliament of Scotland.

1 sheet ([1] p.)Imprint from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aprill 2 1649".Reproduction of the o...

Bloody nevves rom [sic] the Scottish Army, concerning the late bloody fight upon Munday last, six miles on this side Carlisle, between the 2. armies of England and Scotland, the one commanded by Major Gen. Lambert, the other by his Excellency Duke Hamilton. With the number that were slain and taken prisoners on both sides, and the resolution of the Scottish Army thereupon, and the names of the chiefe commanders of Scotland, which were wounded in the fight. Likewise the Scottish message to the English army, and their answer and resolution thereupon. With the declaration of the county of Kent, concerning the landing of the Duke of York, and the coming in tothe [sic] Scotish army.

Hamilton, James Hamilton, Duke of, 1606-1649.
Lambert, John, 1619-1683.
Scotland. Army.

[2], 6 p.Publication date from Wing.Consists of 4 letters: 1) dated: Perith Iuly 16. 1648; 2) signed...

The strong castle of Gothridge taken by Colonell Birch: Sir Henry Lingen, and fifty gentlemen taken prisoners, all the officers and souldiers at mercy, and all the armes and ammunition, bagg and baggage taken by the said Colonell Birch, on Fryday last, July 31. 1646. Monday the 3d. of August, 1646. This letter of Colonell Birches, with the two other letters, are examined and printed, and published according to order of Parliament.

Birch, John, 1651-1691.
England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1646

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

Collonel Morgans letter concerning his taking the strong garrison of Kildrummie from the highlanders in Scotland: with his letter and summons sent to Major Drumond, Major Drumonds answer thereunto; and the true copie of the articles concluded on between them: and the names of the hostages delivered for the performance thereof. Also, the highlanders falling down again into the lowlands, threatning fire and sword to all that refuse to joyn with them. And a great fight at Dunkill, the taking of Captain Thomason, and Col: Ramsies lieutenant, and 200 more prisoners, one hundred and fifty horse, and General Glencarns and the Earl of Kenmores ammunition, arms, bagg and baggage. And the blowing up of a strong castle with gunpowder. By J. Hill secretary to Collonel Morgan commander in chief of the English forces in the north of Scotland.

Colomiès, Paul, 1638-1692.

January 1654

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "March [the] 6:-".Reproduction of the original in the British ...

An extract of severall letters from Scotland: concerning the defeat given to the rebels forces under the command of James Ghrame, Earl of Montrosse, at Dundy, by the army of the Parliament of Scotland, under the conduct of Lieutenant-Generall Baylie, and Generall-Major Urry. Together with their pursuit of the rebels after the victory: dated at Killimure the 7. of April. 1645. 15. April. 1645. Ordered by the Lords and Commons assembled in Parliament, that publike thanksgiving be made on Sunday next in all churches and chappels within the lines of communication, for the great blessing God hath given our brethren of Scotland, in the late victory obtained against the forces under the command of the Earle of Montrosse: and it is further ordered, that this relation and order be forthwith printed and published. H. Elsynge Cler. Parl. D. Com.

England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1645

7, [1] p.Another edition has title "An extract of severall letters from Scotland; sent to their comm...

A letter from the Commissioners of Scotland,: representing the hard usage of the Earle of Lauderdaill by the souldiers of the army at Wooburn: and desiring his Majesties speedy coming to London in safety, honour, and freedome.

Scotland. Parliament.
Lauderdale, John Maitland, Duke of, 1616-1682.

[2], 8 [i.e. 6] p.Dated and signed at end: Worcester-House the 1 of August, 1647. Lauderdaill, Charl...

A declaration of the proceedings of the New Moddell'd Army in the kingdome of Scotland, against the Irish army, under the command of Generall Kilketto;: declaring the manner of their retreat to the mountaines, and the warlike preparations of the northern army, by cutting passages, and planting of ordnance. Whereunto is annexed, the new oath taken by the Scottish chivalry, concerning the kingdome of England, and Generall Kilketto: together, with their resolution and proceedings thereupon. Published by authority; and communicated to the English chivalry, for generall satisfaction of the kingdome of England, March. 1. 1647.

Bode, W., fl. 1646.
W. C.

January 1647

[8] p.Consists of two letters; the first is dated and signed: Barwick Feb. 22. 1646. W. Bode; the se...

The Marquesse of Ormonds letter to His Majestie King Charls II.: Wherein is truly related the manner of Collonel Jones sallying out of Dublin, Aug. 2. 1649. with the loss on both sides, and the prisoners taken. With the true state and condition of his army at this present before Dublin, which is beseiged with 40000 horse and foot. And the taking of the two strong castles of Ballishannon and Athy, Aug. 8. Whereunto is added His Majesties answer to his letter, Aug. 11. 1649.

Ireland. Lord Lieutenant (1641-1649 : Ormonde)

[2], 5, [1] p.Dated and signed on p.4: Dublin, Aug. 9. 1649. Ormond and Ossory.Annotation on Thomaso...

Lieut: General Cromwel's letter to the honorable William Lenthal Esq; speaker of the honorable House of Commons,: of the several great victories obtained against the Scots and Sir Marmaduke Langdales forces in the North: where were slain of the Scots party above two thousand, above nine thousand taken prisoners, four or five thousand arms taken, the whole infantry ruined, Duke Hamilton fled into Wales, and Langdale northward, Major General Vandrusk, Colonel Hurry, and Colonel Ennis taken prisoners, who formerly served the Parliament. Ordered by the Commons assembled in Parliament, that this letter be forthwith printed and published. H: Elsynge, Cler. Parl. D. Com.

Cromwell, Oliver, 1599-1658.
England and Wales. Parliament.

August 1648

14, [2] p.Dated and signed on p.14: 20th August 1648. O Cromwell.Reproduction of the original in the...

A letter from an honourable gentleman in the court, certifying the examination of Mr. Iohn Cheisly Esquire, Secretary to the Commissioners of Scotland,: who was taken and stayd at Newcastle, with his answer to the many interrogatories put unto him by the governour and major thereof, concerning Major-generall Massies going into Scotland, to rayse an army: and the Scots preparations to invade this kingdome. With some other advertisements concerning peace. Together with the certainty of the safe landing of Sir William Waller, Mr. Anthony Nicols, and other impeached members, at the Brill in Holland.

I. B.

January 1647

[2], 6 p.Signed at end: I.B.Place of publication from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aug: 23".Re...

An act of the Estates of Scotland, in the yeare 1643. And letters of horning and rebellion against James Duke of Hamilton, William Earle of Morton, Robert Earle of Roxbrough, George Earle of Kinnoule, and William Earle of Lanerick, as enemies to religion, and the peace of the kingdomes. With a letter from a person of qualitie in London, to some friends in Scotland; advising about the said Duke and Earles : and other affaires now transacting in Scotland, worthy of observation.

Scotland. Parliament. Committee of Estates.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "March. 21 1647"; the 8 in imprint date is crossed out.Reprodu...

A letter from the Parliament of Scotland, to the Parliament of England, assembled at Westminster: concerning the advance of the English Army, and their pleading of the Covenant, and the articles of pacification. Brought by Col. Grey, formerly a member of the late Lord Generall Fairfax's army. Also, their further proceedings, touching the new levy of 12000 foot, and 4000 horse; their sending of ordnance, arms, and ammunition to St. Johnstons, and their resolution in case the English Army advanceth over Tweed. Likewise, the arrivall of their declared king, at the Holy-Island, and the preparation that they have made for the receiving of his person. Together, with the dangerous declaration of the Ulster Army in Ireland, against the Parliament of England, and their resolution in order thereunto.

Scotland. Parliament.

January 1650

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 18".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A letter from His Excellency Sir Tho: Fairfax, to the Honorable William Lenthal Esq; Speaker of the Honorable House of Commons.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.
Lenthall, William, 1591-1662, correspondant.

August 1647

1 sheet ([1] p.)With decorative border.The disavowed rudeness of some soldiers, in denying Lord Laud...

Bloudy nevves from Scotland declaring the particulars of a great and bloudy fight neer Sterling Bridge, between the English forces commanded by Lieuienant [sic] Generall Cromwell, and the Scottish forces, commanded by Major Generall Monro. With the full particulars fo the fight, the manner of their ingagement, the number killed and taken prisoners, the totall routing of Major Gen. Monro and all his forces, and taking of all his ordnance, arms and ammunition. Also, the Scots declaration to Lieut. Gen. Cromwell, and his express demands to his Army. With the discovery of a bloudy plot against the Lord Gen. Fairfax, shewing the manner how he should have been stabbed at St. Albans, and 40 Parliament men put to the sword.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Contains 2 letters: 1) dated: Peatling upon Tweed, 28. Sep. 1648; 2) dated: Hadding upon Tw...

Exact and certaine newes from the Siege at Yorke. And of many remarkable passages of our armys in those parts, extracted out of diverse letters which were sent by this last post from Hull, to a gentleman of Grayes-Inne. As also the taking of Mulgrave Castle, and in it Sir Walter Vavasour, Sir Peter Middletons eldest sonne, and other gentlemen of quality. Together with the relation of the Scots second army, advanced to Blithenooke in Northumberland, and their taking of Morpeth Castle. With many other remarkable observations.

January 1644

[8] p.Dated at end: 1. July 1644. Imprimatur Jo. Rushworth.Signatures: A⁴.Reproduction of the origin...

A letter from Scotland, giving a full and impartiall relation of the scattering of those forces risen against the Parliament; being all taken prisoners by Lieutenant-Generall David Lesly, and now remaining in his hands at Mercy. With an true accompt of all those officers of state removed which had a hand in the late engagement against England: with the names of those placed in their roomes by the Parliament of Scotland.

1 sheet ([1] p.)Imprint from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aprill 2 1649".Reproduction of the o...

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