Perfect Diurnall in London, Middlesex

Ordinance for Portsmouth Garrison and Lister’s House Fire

Reports from the Commons describe funding for Portsmouth garrison and an arrangement for Sir William Lister of Craven Yorkshire whose house and outbuildings were burned by Royalist forces. The passage notes Sir John Hollanda’s leave to Holland and a delay in certain propositions to be sent to the King. A west-country letter praises Colonel Blake for relief of Lyme and actions against Taunton, with surrounding forces and warnings of a looming attack as Devon forces mass near Taunton. A later dispatch mentions Lord General’s plans and troops gathering on October 19.