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Trade dispute over Alfiento ship and Spain deal debated
Documents reveal pressure to accept an equivalent for stopping the annual Alfiento ship trade with Spain. London directors resist without crown authority, citing treaties and rights. Cadiz letters claim 2 percent on all effects and 3 percent returns as compensation, urging a negotiated settlement to aid Europe and England's commerce.
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Europe
England
West Indies
Kingdom of
Spain
Cadiz
Tyrry
Canada
London
Gibbon
South Sea Company
Indies
Tam
Sir
C. W. Saivia
Goarr
Trery
Marquis de la Canada
Spanish West Indies
Great Britain
Utrecht
Thomas Geraldine
William Turry
Wiliam Turry
Michaelmas
Court of Directors
William Cleland
James Collitte