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Proclamation Against Corn Forestalling Engrossing and Regrafting
A Royal Proclamation urges enforcement of laws against forestalling engrosing and regrafting of corn. It details penalties for offences, licensing controls for bettors and transporters, and orders local officials to ensure swift enforcement to curb rising corn prices and aid the poor. It notes court and parliamentary context, with references to related acts from Henry VIII to Elizabeth I and contemporary political events.
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de Paar
Edward
Herold
Crown
England
Wales
Earl of Marker
Elizabeth
Badger
Faid AG
Edward de VI
Wharfagver
Angi
Bagteni
Ales
Berwick
Marion
St. James's
King