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Papal Moves Amid Elector Tensions and Imperial Plans
Reports from Rome and Frankfort describe a secretive Vatican effort to influence the Holy See’s position in the Imperial election. Signior Albani faces scrutiny while the Pope contemplates promotions in the College of Cardinals. Meanwhile Milan and Rome anxiously watch Spanish moves and Austrian interests as court factions clash over precedence and policy.
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Rome
Frankfort
Albani
Comachhio
Holy See
Elector of Trgers
Germany
Gabrieli
Marquis de Prie
Spain
Italy
Milan
D’ Avellino
Charles
Sacred College
Bouber