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Questioning Stanhope and the Duke on Employment and Pension
The Arft dispute centers on Stanhope’s employment under the Catholic King. The Duke denies any service to the King of Spain, stating he was discharged the night before. He reveals a pension of 3509 pistoles yearly as compensation for his past services and a letter from Marquess de la Paz confirming a 3000 pistoles annual pension until future service. He seeks protection from possible violence and fear for his life amid hostile mobs threatening his house.
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Marquess de la Pax