Plague and military movements distress regions in Europe
Reports describe worsening plague in towns and convents closed, with forty houses affected. Lorraine regiments, Belfort garrison, and nearby forces menace Metz and Liege areas. Vernona Ferry disaster floods Portents of French court moves led by Cardinal Mazarine toward St. Menehould. Troop reinforcements and Scots king’s expedition arouse hopes of bold ventures amid English opposition.