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Act of Security Clause Sparks Religious Fear and Curiosity
In a discussion of a proposed Act of Security for Scotland, a clause mandates Protestant heritors and burghs to arm fencible men and discipline them monthly, with oath requirements for suspected Papists. The exchange critiques nativist discipline, cites alleged Popish artifacts found, and humorously speculates on selling relics and Priests’ garments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
Hall
Hughhmen
London
Fowler
Matthews
Martin
Newgate
Gatter Gifords
Toughton
Unicorn
Southwrack
Engelard
Houlss
Rhode
Fleet-street
S. Clarke
Burchin Lane
W. Marshal
Newsgate Street
England
Three Kingdoms
R. Halsey
Rome
St. Peter's Church
F How
Tabot Court
Gracechurch Street
Talbot Court
Gallipots
Venice
Talbot-Court
Graechurch-sireet