Parliament Clears Sir Edmond Wright Over Irish Funds
The House of Commons reports Sir Edmond Wright paid 1500 pounds to Ireland and 200 pounds to Parliament, with a further 300 promised. It votes to accept his offer increasing the total to 500 pounds and frees him from accusations of disaffection.
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Lord Coventry
Ehal
Marion
House of Commons
Sir Edsman
Wright
London
Ireland
Sir Edmond Wrights
Sir Edmond Wright
Rebels mobilize forces as Parliament fences against Hotham era
The document reports Sir Hotham strengthening foray against Lincolnsire as Lord Fairfax rallies over a thousand men to oppose the Cumberland Cavaliers. It notes London trained bands recalled to protect the city while western counties appoint the Earl of Pentbrooke as general to coordinate defense and deter rebellion.
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York-shire
Sur
Berks
London
Cornwall
Pentbrooke