Fort Ordinance in Leicester County Drawn for Committee Power
The Leicester County committee ordinance is discussed twice read to empower four or more members to levy money and arms for defense and safety. A royalist march led by Lord roderesfield and Sir Phelip Stapleton prompted royal forces to flee Abington. Proclamations prohibit plunder, while Parliament orders oversight of intelligence and a petition seeks Colonel Ks¢ to command forces in Lincolnshire. Merchants appeal regarding ships seized, and a note on Port of Plymouth and West country finance awaits council action.