SIR JOHN FASTOLF TO SIR THOS. HOWYS, Parson of Castlecombe, at Castre.
[Sidenote: 1451 / APRIL 13]
Received a letter from them, 3rd April, with the last account of Sir Jo.
Kyrtelyng and Intewod. Understands Rob. Norwych will not occupy as
undersheriff, because Jenneys had given him language not to his
pleasure, and so Aleyn is to occupy, who is not F.’s wellwiller; but
Howys has provided a remedy with the sheriff. When the _venire facias_
is made out, I will try and get it sent you, and I shall have Paston’s
advice. Knows well the obstinate will of false Dallyng, but Bokkyng must
speak with him, and entreat him in his best manner.--Margaret Bryg’s
matter.
As to the oyer and terminer, it is certain Heydon and Tuddenham will be
at Norwich with all the maintenance and fellowship they can. It is said
Justice Prysot will be there. You must do your best to keep your friends
steadfast; and I in the meantime will labour here, and send you word how
the world is set. Men of the city of Norwich have good audience and
favour among the Lords, and are waiting an answer of their matters. Has
delivered up the shipmen, and left the ship here for causes which he
will write; ‘for the rayse hath been full costuys, except they came in
saufftee.’
London, 13 April, 29 Hen. VI.
[Footnote 233.5: [From MS. Phillipps, 9735, No. 231.]]
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