[Journal of the House of Commons], [1627/8 Mar 17 - 1628 May 14].

1 v. (488 p.) ; 37 x 25 cm.

English

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Manuscript, in a single hand, of a chronological journal of proceedings in the House of Commons, including bills, resolutions, committee appointments, and orders of the house. Many of the entries consist of petitions, including one from wine merchants concerning impositions; one concerning the billeting of soldiers; and another against recusants. The volume also records the formation of numerous committees, including one to consider martial law and another to consider grievances concerning the merchants of the Company of Greenland; and the passing of acts, including one for fishing and navigation in Newfoundland, New England, and Virginia, and another for an oath of allegiance.

August 08, 2005

England and Wales, Parliament (1628), House of Commons, Journal of the House of Commons. James Marshall and Marie-Louise Osborn Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.

England and Wales, Parliament (1628), House of Commons, Journal of the House of Commons. James Marshall and Marie-Louise Osborn Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.