5 d'Avril, 1655: [Henriette] Marie [Stuart], Teylingue, [grandmother of William III] to "Monsieur mon cousin," Congratulates him in the birth of a daughter. In French. 1 pp. ALS. Including translation. 1 p.

William, Prince of Orange, in appreciation of the poem sung by Lucas van de Poll, juris consult, on his recent entrance into the city of Utrecht, presents a momento to him. In Latin. 1 p. MS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, William & Mary.

Transfers payment to Edward Backwell. Signed by Prince d'Orange. 1 p. DS. includes frag. of DS, 6 June, 1671, signed by Thomas Clifford. 1 p.

Prince of Orange, in the army at Bodegrave, to Colonel Van Dam, Muyden. Requests a check on certain costs of army transport. Signed "G. Prince d'Orange," countersigned by C.[onstantijn] Huygins. In Dutch. 1 p. D.S.

James [Duke of York] Win[d]sor, to his nephew, [William], the Prince of Orange, Holland. Note accompanies newsbearer. Sends his affectionate greetings. 1 p. ALS.

Guillaume, Prince of Orange (William III), Groeningen, The Netherlands to [?]. In French. This letter accompanies a note from Monsieur de Lira; although he does not believe it to be genuine, he [recipient] can consult with M. de Lira or M. the Duke of Villaharmosa to prevent this plan of the enemy; fears there is a plot against Namur and the Duke should try to prevent this by placing some men there. In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes transciption and translation (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, William & Mary, 1993, and William Gill, Class of 1993.

William of Orange to "Dir Sirs," Zeeland. Requests that ships under recipients' command be sent to Lt. Admiral Willem Bastianes. Move as quickly as possible to the Baltic to strengthen the fleet of the King of Denmark. In Dutch. 1 p. LS.

Guillaume, Prince of Orange (William III), Hauge, to his uncle Electoral Highness. Sends best wishes on the birth of a princess to Madame the Electress. In French. 2 pp. LS. includes transcription and translation (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, William & Mary, 1993.

Receipt for the payment of eighty pounds to Henry Robinson, goldsmith, by William Page of London, signed and sealed by Henry Robinson in the presence of Edward Willson, Ro[bert] Page, Thomas Beach, Edward Robinson, and Pembrose Wade. 1 p. DS.

14 July, [16]79. Warrant issued by the office of the Lord High Admiral to the clerk of the chequer of his Majesty's yard at woolwich; appoints Gamaliel Palmer as boatswain of the ship James Galley. Signed by J. Lippett, Ro[bert] Haddock, and J. Sotherne. 1 p. DS. Includes transcription.

Prince of Orange, Honslaerdyck, to [?]. Having received the orders from the King, proposed to the Estates to authorize himself to send three Scottish regiments, which they did; M. de Bentinck will report to you the nature of the proposition to this plan. In French. 1 p. ALS. Translation and transcription (6 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. & Lit., 1993 and William Gill, Class of 1993.

21 March, [16]86/87. Sidney Godolphin, Whitehall, to Sir Richard Bulstrode, Brussels. Gives Bulstrode a letter for diplomat, Sir William Godolphin in Madrid. Thanks him for his kindness and civility. 1 p. ALS.

2 Fevrier, 1687[/8]. Contemporary summary of letter from a Jesuit from Leigh [Leige] to a Jesuit from Fribourg. Account of the progress of Catholicism in England under James II, reporting the King's secret dealings with the Jesuits, hopes that a Roman Catholic Seminary might be established at Oxford, news of the Catholic chapel at Somerset House, news of proposed legislation favoring the Catholics, rumors that this state of affairs was leading some "heretics" to turn to William of Orange. In French. 2 pp. MS. Translation and transcription (5 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. & Lits., 1993

2 Fevr[ier], 1687[/8]: "Copie d'une Lettre d'un Jesuite de Leige ecrit a un Jesuite de Friburge..." Account of the progress of Catholicism in England under James II, reporting the King's secret dealings with the Jesuits, hopes that a Roman Catholic Seminary might be established at Oxford, news of the Catholic chapel at Somerset House, news of proposed legislation favoring the Catholics, rumors that this state of affairs was leading some "heretics" to turn to William of Orange. Heading in French, text in Latin. 3 pp. L. Includes translation (5 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

6/16 June, 1687: G[uillame] (William III), Prince of Orange, Honslaerdyck, to Friedrich Wilhelm, Great Elector of Brandenburg. Hopes for his approval of the selection of Margrave Albert to succeed the colonelship made vacant by the death of Margrave Louis. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Translation and transcription (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. langs. & Lits., 1993

Prince of Orange to his uncle Friedrich Wilhelm, the Great Elector of Brandenburg. Expresses his opinions of the wedding proposed by the King of Denmark to the Elector's daughter. Advises the Elector to wait on the matter until the times are not so delicate. The Prince travelled a great deal, so his reply to the Elector had been delayed. In French. 3 pp. ALS. Includes translation. 1p.

Certification that the oath for the Lord Lieutenancy of Oxford was administered to Edward Henry, Earl of Lichfield. Signed by William Blathwayth. 1 p. DS.

Mary, Princess of Orange, Honslaydyck, to "Monsieur mon Cousin," Sends condolences on the death of the recipient's father, one of the German Electors. In French. 1 p. LS. Translation and transcription (4 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. of Mod. Langs. & Lits., 1993

William Bridgeman, Whitehall, to the Earl of Lichfield Summons the Earl to attend [James II] at the President's office the next day. 1 p. LS.

James R [James II], Whitehall, to the Earl of Litchfield, Edward Henry, Authorizes the Earl to reinstate the Deputy Lieutenants and Justices of the Peace in Oxford who would "readily serve us." Signed by James II and Sunderland. 1 p. DS. Includes questionnaire directed to the deputies and justices, asking for their support in the repeal of the penal and test laws. 1 p. D.

Samuel Pepys' "Observations on the achievement of the Prince of Orange, placed in front of his declaration." Concerns the Prince's usurpation of the Royal Army of England. In Pepys' shorthand and longhand. 1 p. AD. includes 2 contemporary versions. 4 pp., and typescript copies. 4 pp.

Printed broadside from the Prince of Orange, St. James, to Edward Henry, Earl of Litchfield. Calls the Earl to attend Parliament January 22. Signed by "Prince d'Orange." 1 p. PD (broadside).

5 January, 1688/9. Order, by the Prince of Orange to his regiment chiefs, to remove their troops from the vicinity of polling places so order might be better kept during elections for the Convention Parliament. Signed by Prince of Orange, countersigned by Constantijn Huyon. 2 pp. DS.

8 January, 1688/9. "A Declaration for the better quartering of the Forces." Forbids any troops to be quartered in private houses without the free and express consent of the owner. Signed by "Prince d'Orange." 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.

13 February, 1688/9. Proclamation of the accession of William and Mary, Prince and Princess of Orange, as King and Queen of England, France, and Ireland. Handwritten endorsement notes the time, date, and place of proclamation. 1 p. PD. E.

14 February, 1688/9. Official order for publication of the preceding proclamation, signed by 18 members of the privy council: Halifax, [Henry Howard, duke of] Norfolke & Marshall, [Aubrey de Vere, earl of] Oxford, [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury, [William Cavendish, earl of] Devonshire, and [William Russell, earl of] Bedford, and others.

1688/9. Proclamation annouces William of Orange and Mary as King and Queen of England, France, and Ireland. 1 p. PD. Torn.

Proclamation directing that the sovereigns' names be changed in the liturgy as enacted in the Act of Uniformity. Broadside. London, printed by Charles Bill and Thomas Newcome. See medium oversize file.

2 March, 1688/9. [Charles Montagu, Baron] Halifax, London, to the [Edward Henry] Earl of Litchfield, Woodstock, Oxford. Summons Litchfield to the next meeting of Parliament, Monday, March 18. 1 p. LS.

21 March, 1688/9. Summons from William III, London, to the Earl and Countess of Litchfield. Must attend the coronation of the King and Queen on 11 April, without fail. Signed by William III and [Henry Howard, duke of] Norfolk. 1 p. DS.

Appointment of Stafford Fairbourn Esquire as captain of a company in Colonel Piercy Kirke's regiment. Signed by William III and [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.

Orders from Dublin Castle for troops loyal to James II to continue the attack on William of Orange until further notice. Signed by James II at Dublin Castle. 1 p. DS. Includes transcript, typed. 1 p.

Dispensation sent to [Edward Henry], Earl and Countess of Litchfield, excusing them from attending the coronation of the King and Queen. Signed by William III and [Daniel Finch, earl of] Nottingham. 1 p. DS.

Summons from William III at Hampton Court to Charles Scarborough. Revokes him as envoy to the court of Portugal; requests him [C.S.] to return to England to give an account of what he saw and heard at court in Portugal. Signed by William III and [Charles Talbot, earl of] Shrewsbury. 1 p. DS.

Authorization of the commission for executing the office of Lord High Admiral of England to Sir Thomas Dykes of Shoram in the Count of Sussex "to administer and tender said oaths and the test to Sir John Pelham kn & Vice Admiral for the County of Sussex." Oaths of allegiance and supremacy. Signed by John Vaughan, earl of Carbery, John Lowther, John Chicheley. 1 p. DS.

Warrant signed by William III to Richard Jones the Earl of Ranelagh, Paymaster of the Forces, to pay to Charles Duke of Alton five thousand three hundred eighty four pounds five shillings four pence for his regiment commanded by Lt. Col. Holt. 1 p. DS.

8 January, 1689/90. Receipt for £ 6,250 signed by five members of the Estates General of the United Provinces. Payment sent in recognition of assistance given when William of Orange came "into this nation for its deliverance from popery and arbitrary power." 1 p. DS.

"Abstract of ye first Establishment of the Forces...which began from ye 1st of May: 1689 and continued to ye last of May: 1690. Inclusive is also a particular of ye alterations & additions made within ye times." 2 pp. D.

Unpublished and unrecorded manuscript, author unknown. "An essay in contemplation of the Late Happy Revolution Togehter with an Addresse Prepared to Have Been Presented to Their Majestes King William and Queen Mary in Iuly [July] 1689. By a Person of Quality. Portions of text are burned (pp. 71-91). Noted: Sir Robert Gilman, p. 28; the Rev. Dr. [William] Sherlock, pp. 28, 52-59; Bishop of Carlisle pp. 28, 29. Bishop John Overall [Bishop of Coventry and Litchfield (1614-1618) and Bishop of Norwich (1618-1619) pp. 38 ff, 53. 91 pp. AMs.

Queen Mary, Whitehall, to King (William III) Writes by way of "L. Belomont's" brother. She heard that the King arrived in Chester, but doubts the news. Tells of the Bishop of Salisbury's "long, thundering sermon" which he wants to have printed. Impatient to see him again and will not rest if she does not hear from him that day. 1p. AL.

10 January, 1690/91. Warrant issued to make additional allowances of pay to the officers of the First Regiment of Foot Guards. payment retroactive to 1 January, 1689. Signed by William III countersigned Henry, Viscount Sydney, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and Sir Thomas Pelham. 1 p. DS.

Warrant issued at Kensington authorizes payment of four thousand ninety seven pounds, fifteen shillings, and three and a half pence to Charles Fox and Thomas Coningesby "for use of our forces in and designed for the service of Ireland." Signed by Sydney Godolphin, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, Thomas Pelham. William III. 1 p. DS.

Warrant to pay three thousand ninety-two pounds, eighteen shillings and six pence to Bernard Eales, his majesty's goldsmith for new gold works and for repairs to gilt and white plate. Signed by Sydney Godolphin, L. Robers, scribe. 1 p. DS.

Warrant for payment of nine hundred and five pounds, to John Trevar, Knight and Speaker of the House of Commons. Given at Whitehall and signed by Marie R (Queen Mary) and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox. 1 p. DS.

Appointment of Philip Mison, Zeeland, by King William III as ensign of the Company of Mayor d Mauregnault. Registered in Zeeland. Signed by [van Wijk?]. Registered in the Audit office and signed by Dignus Nollens, [?]...Magghe 10 April, 1691. 1 p. DS. Includes certificate of registration signed by William III and countersigned by Constantijn Huygins. 1 p. Ds. Includes transcripts and translations. 4 pp.

23 December, 1691-2 January, 1692. William III, Kensington, to "Mon Frere," Did not receive the letter from the King of Spain. Congratulates recipient on his governorship. He will be with him for the next campaign. Warns him the Netherlands are in a dangerous state. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Includes transcription and translation. 2 pp. and chronology. 1 p.

20 January, 1691/2. Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay three hundred sixty five pounds as follows: to John Trevas, Speaker of the House of Commons, one hundred fifty five pounds; to col. Philip Howard for half a year's pension (sixty pounds); to Ann Fitzharry a gift of fifty pounds; and to Parry Walton, one hundred pounds. Signed at Kensington by William III. Cosigned by Richard Hampden, Sydney Codolphin, John Lowther. 1 p. DS.

William III, Whitehall, to men of the Swabian Circile Diplomatic letter promises the King's support and that of the Elector of Bavaria in the War of the League of Augsburg and in the formation of an alliance. In Latin. 1 p. Dr. Includes translation (1 p.).

Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to John Goddard, lieutenant governor and commander-in-chief of the Islands of Bermuda, two hundred pounds to transport "himselfe, Family, and household Goods." Issued at Kensington and singed by William III. Countersigned by Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and F. W. Seymour. 1 p. DS.

Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay Mrs. DeVaulx, secretary to Mr. Eckhart, late of Brussels, one hundred pounds for tending to affairs at Brussels until Mr. Eckhart's replacement, Mr. Wolseley arrived. Signed by William III and countersigned by Richard Hampden, F.W. Seymour, and Charles Montague. 1 p. DS.

19 March 1691/2. [?], Elector of Trier and Mentz, the Hague, to King William III Sends news of his safe arrival here [the Hague], would welcome a visit from his highness and Christian princes; affirms his loyalty to the king. 1 p. Draft. In Latin. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

Anselmus Fransiscus, Elector of Mainz, Aschaffenburg from citadel of Saint John, to King William III Received letter from the King telling of his maritime victory over the French; sends congratulations and best wishes to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

Joesph Clemens, Elector of Cologne, Friesing, to King William III Acknowledges he is bound to the King because he informed him of the victory of his fleet and the Belgian provinces against the French fleet; sends thanks for the message and continued best wishes to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Sends his adviser and marshall, the baron of Leyen Sassig, to congratulate the King upon his safe return from the field and operations of war and to "set forth certain matters pertaining to the public state;" hopes the King will expedite matters according to the demand of circumstances; assures King of his loyalty. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

20/30 January, 1692/3. William III to "mon cousin" the Archbishop of Trier, Johannes Hugo, Prince Elector of the Empire. Received letter concerning the lifting of the siege of Rhinfolt. Allies are interested. Promises military aid if needed. Signed "your affectionate cousin." In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes Xcopy, 2 pp. and typed translation. 1 p.

Privy Council, Whitehall, to William, Earl of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant of the County of Derby and Nottingham, and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby. Order to impress seamen and to deliver them to maritime counties where they are to be kept until enough are impressed. Pay them an impress fee and allow them six pence per day subsistence. Keep a list of name and age of each man and deliver lists to the sheriffs along the way. Do not impress "old, decrepid crazy or unhealthy men." Gives instructions in case of desertion. Signed by [Marquis of] Carmathen; the [Earl of] Bridgewater; [Anthony Viscount] Falkland; Henry Compton, Bishop of London; [Charles, Lord] Cornwallis; Sir H[enry] Goodricke; Sir John Trenchard; H[ugh] Boscawen. 2 pp. DS.

Friderick Carl, Duke of Wurttemberg, Stuttgart, Germany, to King William III Deplores his fate; has been captured and taken to Paris, was returned to Germany without ransom, then was deprived of the administrative fief he had managed for fifteen years; Baron Crusius, acting colonel of cavalry, will present his case to the King; affirms his loyalty to the King. in Latin. 4 pp. LS. Includes translation (3 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.

26 February, 1692/3. Warrant from William III to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to James Lord Mardington two hundred ninety-seven pounds eight shillings as a free gift. Signed by William III and countersigned by Richard Hampden, Stephen Fox, and F.W. Seymour. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript. 1 p.

John George IV, Electory of Saxony, Dresden, to King William III Expresses gratitude for having been received into the order of the Garter; sends as envoy Lord Henry, free Baron from Friesen; sends wishes for prosperity and luck to the King. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (2 pp) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

March 23, 1692/3. Warrant for a gift and charter of mortification ot the Second Minister of Dumfries and his successor. Signed by William III and signed by John, Earl of Tweeddale' [James, Earl of] Drumlongrig' George, Earl of Linlithgow' Lord Raith; Starr; Berhlaven; Robert Dundee; J. Johnston; Anstruther, and others. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.

26 Mars [March], 1693. Jean Louis, Bishop and P. [?] of Liege, Liege, to Your Majesty William III begs him to listen to and lend credence to his counselor Norss. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. & Lits., 1993.

Charles of Chamburg, Landgrave of Hassia, Prince of Hersfeld, etc., to King William III Upon hearing of his arrival at the Hauge, sends Albert de Tellare to report his subject's respect and zeal toward the king and some matters concerning their circumstance; sends wishes for his good health. 2 pp. LS. In Latin. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies at th College of William and Mary.

George William, Duke of Cell to the King William III Learned from his letter of his majesty's return to Holland' will support his military activities; hopes for "a just peace and a secure tranquility." In Latin. 3 pp. ALS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

John Hugo Elector of Treves (Trier), Ehrenbreitstein, to the King (William III), Received his Majesty's letter telling of his return to Holland; hopes he will overcome the enemy and "enter with a fair and stable peace." In Latin. 2 pp. ALS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.

Commission for Kessel in the Regiment of Baron de Chauviré. Signed at Het Loo (Appledorn) by William III and countersigned by C. Huygens. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript, 1 p., and translation, 1 p.

Commission appointing le Caille a Coronet in the Company of Ritmuster le Jeune. Signed by William III and countersigned by constantijn Huygnes. In Dutch. 1 p. DS.

Warrant to pay forty pounds to James Adams for apprehending Ambroes Holland [?], a highwayman. Signed by Queen Mary. 1 p. DS.

"Manifeste de Guillaume pour Sevir d'ouverture a la paix dont les conditions ont été publiées à la fin de L'Année 1698" [1693]. Written in the first person. Purports to be William III's ideas on outlining a peace with France, not in his hand. Gives account of the political events precluding and during William III's first five years. Analyzes the causes of the events. In French. 20 pp. MS.

Order by the Privy Council, Whitehall, to the Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant of Derby and Nottingham and Custos Rotularum of Derby, to impress seamen with instructions. Signed by Thomas Osborne, duke of Leeds, Thomas Herbert, earl of Pembroke; John Egerton, earl of Bridgewater; Thomas Grey, earl of Stamford; Charles, Lord Cornwallis; and [?]. 2 pp. DS.

Rudolph Agustus, Anthony Ulrius, dukes of Brunswick and Luneburg to King William III Received his letter telling of his safe arrival in the Hague; prays for luck and prosperity for the king; hopes he will return in triumph over his enemy. In Latin. 1 p. LS. includes translation, 1 p., by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Received the king's letter written from The Hague telling of his arrival; is sending his adviser and marshal, the baron of Leyen Sassig, to report back what the state of their affairs an the disposition of the enemy in that region; hopes the King will continue his royal favors. in Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

Leopold I Emperor, Vienna, to William III Heard that William III reached the Hague. Prays he will be successful in achieving a lasting, honorable peace. Signature in gilt. Countersigned by H. Amadeus, Count of Windish-Grätz. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation, 2 pp. and transcript. 1 p.

Receipt for five pounds, seven pence, three farthings for half a years payment on the one hundred pounds Rachel Russell paid into the Exchequer for "carrying on a vigorous war against France." Signed by Rachel Russell. 1 p. DS

Joseph Clement, Archbishop & Elector of Cologne, Liege, to (William III) Mentions his election as Bishop of Liege, promises to support the King, urges the King to help the people of Liege. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. & Lits., 1993

Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay to Richard Hutchinson, Esquire, solicitor for the affairs of customs and assigns, six hundred pounds as an addition to his salary. Signed by William III and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, Sir William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. Ds.

9/19 November, 1694. William III, Canterbury, to Prince of Vaudemont. Arrived in Canterbury. To stay overnight. Good crossing. Hopes the Prince has a good trip to Brussels and he will soon be well. In French. 1 p. ALS. includes translation, 1 p. and typescript. 1 p.

"The word for the month of May, 1694." Signed by William III. A list of days, counties and cities. 1 p. DS.

Marie (Queen Mary), Dieren, to Lady Anne Walsingham. Sends her condolences on the death of Lady Anne's daughter. 2 pp. ALS. Torn. undated; and August [before 1695].

Petition from Ralph Gray to the Right Honorable Lord Keeper of the Great Seal, Sir John Somers. Asks that his grant of patent to operate and maintain the lighthouses at Evenferness or Fordness and taking certain duties upon tonage of ships and other things be allowed. Signed R[obert] Gray. 1 p. DS, undated. Includes note on the outside by Sir Edward Turner: "Mr. Gray's petition to the Lord Keeper to pass his Patent which was stopt upon hearing till I have the King's answer." 1 p.

Warrant to the Commissioners of the treasury to pay to Sir Leonard Robenson, Knight Chamberlain of the City of London, one thousand pounds to distribute it to the poor of the city. Signed by William III, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. DS.

1/11 Mars [March], 1695. William III, Richmond, to [?] Discusses strategy of forthcoming campaigns on continent, the military and political situation in Flanders, Spain and Northern Italy. Mentions Auberkerk, the Elector of of Saxony, Diest, [Has Adam von] Schoenig, and Prince Eugen. In French. 4 pp. ALS. Includes translation, 3 pp., and typescript. 2 pp.

Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Thomas Neale, Esq., Master and Worker of the mint, the sum or sums not to exceed ten thousand pounds upon accompt for expenses and the services of the mint. Signed by William III, Stephen Fos, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. Ds.

Warrant to the commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Charles Godfrey, Esq., one thousand pounds in part of arrears of a rent charge. Countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.

Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Hugh Gregg two hundred eight pounds ten shillings for services performed while residing with the King of Denmark. Signed at Kensington by William III and by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, William Trumbull, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.

Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Paul Foley, Esq., Speaker of the House of Commons, two hundred fifty five pounds, paid at five pounds per day from 15 March to 4 May. Signed at Kensington by William III and by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, William Trumbul, and John Smith. 1 p. DS.

1695 6/16 June. Order of William III, Camp at Vecelaer [?], to Meinhard Schomburg Duke of Schomberg, commander in chief, to conduct courts martial in the King's absence whenever and wherever necessary. Signed by William III and countersigned by William V. Blathwayt. 2 pp. DS.

The Lords Justices, Whitehall, to the Duke of Devonshire, "Lieutenant of his Majesty's Forrest or chace of Needwood." Orders no more killing of deer in the forest of Needwood so that the condition of the number of game will improve and be an acceptable place for the King's disport. Signed by Thomas Tenison, Archbishop of Canterbury; John Somers; Thomas Herbert, Earl of Pembroke; Charles Talbot, Duke of Shrewsbury; Charles Sackville, earl of Dorsett; Sydney Godolphin' and James Vernon. 1 p. LS.

William III, Camp outside Namur, to [?]. Expresses pleasure at resolution of difficulty between recipient and Duke of Witten burg. Impatient to take the town of Diksmuide. Fears supplies are running low there. In French. 2 pp. ALS. Includes translation. 1 p.

William III, "Kingsinton" to "Mon Cousin," Approved the orders the Estates General gave M. de Dykuelt to request the Elector of Bavaria interrupt commerce with France. If he does not comply within four weeks, no passports will be honored. Orders that goods and merchandise coming from France into the Spanish Netherlands or into Liege be seized four weeks after the declaration. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes translation. 1 p.

9 January, 1695/6. Privy Council, Whitehall, to William, Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby, Derbyshire. Directs Devonshire to issue warrants to the Constables, tithingmen, heads of boroughs, ets., ordering them to impress able bodied seamen for his majesty's service. Signed by [Thomas Herbert, earl of] Pembroke; [Meinhard Scholburg, duke of] Schomburg & Leinster; J[ohn, earl of] Bridgewater, [Frances Newport, earl of] Bradford, [Thomas Grey, earl of] Stamford, [William Bentnck, earl of] Portland, [Henry Sidney, earl of] Romney. 2 pp. DS.

Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay the executors or administrators of Charles Hutchinson, Esw., deceased one hundred twenty-five pounds for services rendered. Signed by William III, and countersigned by Sydney Godolphin, Charles Montague, John Smith. 1 p. DS.

Ernest August, Elector [of Hanover] to King William III Sends their counselor of state, the president of the chamber of estates and the supreme marshall of their hall, Friderick William Baron of Goerz, to confer with the king; sends felicitations to the King. In Latin. 2pp. LS. Includes translation, 1 p., by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

12/22 May 1696. Order from William III, The Hague, to Antonis Alvarez Machado and Jacob Pereira, contractors, to deliver bread and forage to the troops of Brandenburg marching to the Meuse, "for as long as they shall remain in those parts." Signed by William III and countersigned by William Blathwayt. 1 p. DS.

John Hugo, Archbishop, Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Has received the King's letter telling of his escape from a plot on his arrival in Holland; is send his adviser and marshall, Charles Casper, Baron of Leyen in Sassig; asks the King to hear him and give him trust in all matters; wishes the King success in the expedition at hand. In Latin. 2 pp. 1 LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

Jean Hugo, Archbishop and Elector of Treves, Ehrenbreitstein, to Mr. de Pladvait Urges hum to support his personal advisor and marshal the Baron of Leyen Sassig on his behalf in the message he will present to the King. In French. 1 p. LS. Includes transcription and translation (2 pp.) by Robert H. Welch, Assoc. Prof. Mod. Langs. & Lits., 1993

Friderick Augustus, Elector of Saxony, at camp near Illisch, to King William III Has received letter from King telling of his arrival in Holland and the detection of a plot against himl wishes him success in breaking the strength of the enemy. In Latin. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William & Mary.

John Hugo, Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Received the King's letter and messages from Baron George Hepney; sends messages to the King through Hepney; expresses loyalty to the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes traslation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

Mr. Edward Southwell, Liege, to [William] Blathwayt Had a good voyage. The boat from Huy had met a French party. Liege had been attacked twice in one afternoon. The party of thirsty Frenchmen disappeared into the woods. Hopes to be in Utrecht by the first of August and then will go to Amsterdam. 2 pp. ALS.

Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay Joost Keppale, Esq., Master of the Rodes, two thousand pounds. Signed at Attre by William III. countersigned by William Blathwayt, Sydney Godolphin, John Smith, Thomas Littleton and [?]. 1 p. DS.

Warrant to the Commissioner of the Treasury to pay Joost Keppale, Esq., Master of the Rodes, two thousands pounds. Signed Atre by William III. Countersigned William Blathwaayt, Sydney Godolphin, John Smith, Thomas Littleton and [?]. 1 p. DS.

John Hugo Archbishop Elector of Trier, Ehrenbreitstein, to King William III Has granted the crossing desired by the king and the bridge for the auxiliary troops wich Baron Landgraf Halsia is leading back to the upper regions of the Rhine; does so to advance the advantages of their common cause and to please majesty. In Latin. 1 p. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones., Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

Indentures for lease of land between joseph Denham, Moulsey, County of Surey, and John Tryrer, Parish of St. Giles, County of Middlesex. Signed by John Tryrer. Countersigned by Tho[mas] Watkins and Francis Hoddes. 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.

Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Sir William Ashurst and Sir Richard Levett, Knights, formerly Sheriffs of the City of London and County of Middlesex, three hundred ninety eight pounds fifteen shillings and six pence. Signed at the Hague by William III. Countersigned by Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, John Smith, and Tho[mas] Littleton. 1 p. DS

Privy Council Whitehall, to William, Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the county of Derby. Order for impressing seamen and instructions for accomplishing the impressments. Signed by Meinhard Schomburg, Duke of Schomburg and Leinster, Winchester, Thomas Hubert, earl of Pembroke, Thomas Grey, earl of Stamford, Henry Compton, Bishop of London, and [?]. 2 pp. DS

Samuel Pepys Manuscript "Upon ye Peace" in shorthand. An address by King James II to his loyal subjects in England following the peace of Ryswick. 2 pp. AMs. Includes typescript. 3 pp.

Warrant to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay Sir Francis Child Kn[igh]t, twelve thousand three hundred pounds. Signed at Kensington by William III and countersigned by Stephen Fox, Charles Montague, and Tho[mas] Littleton. 1 p. DS.

John William, Elector of Palatine, Dusseldorf, to King William III. Received letter from the king written on the eighth of this month, telling of his approaching arrival and his good will towards him [JW]; is sending envoy, his counselor and chamberlain, the Count of Bentheim. In Latin. 4 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof of Classical Studies at the College of William and Mary.

Order of William III, Zuylesteyn, to the Customs service to give free passage to the bearer, traveling with horses belonging to Mr. Sayer, from Loo to the Army. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. Includes typescript and translation. 1 p.

J. Tucker, Whitehall, to Admiral Sir Geor[ge] Rooke News from Holland about the progress of the war. The French are delaying the Treaty of Ryswick [Rijswijk]South Holland.until they hear of the outcome of the siege of Barcelona and Pointis's West India Expedition. A vessel arrived at Rochelle with news Pointis had attacked Jamaica, near Port Royal. Hopes Mr. Neville will come in time. Notes that Lord Peterborough is dead. Has heard from George St. Lo that the Virginia fleet arrived with Rear Admiral Benbo (John Benbow). 3 pp. ALS.

16/26 July-21/31 July, 1697. Proceedings of the Court Martial of Lt. Col. John Ward at the Camp of Co[c]kelberg. In the hand of Thomas fairfax, President of the Court Martial. Ward to be cashiered for speaking disrespectfully of the king. Not guilty of touching the "accompts" [accounts] of the regiment. Those who signed an article of complaint against him to be reprimanded, except for Capt. Burston, who is to be suspended for one month. Major Wills and Captain Frankland guilty of a high misdemeanor for concealing the "scandalous" words, they are to be cashiered. 2 pp. DS. 2 August, 1697. Note at end, signed by William III, pardons Major Willis and Captain Fairfax. 1p. DS.

King William III, Kensington Palace, to Duke and Governors of the Republic of Genoa Concerns a threatened lawsuit by London merchants Angelo Corticelli and Joseph Cosmo against Luca Justiniano, Genoese citizen who owes them 1,345 pounds English money; if the matter is not resolved through equity and prudence, another road will have to be resorted to. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, the College of William and Mary.

15/25 August, 1698. Copy of a letter in Samuel Pepy's hand from William III to the 2nd Chancellor [John] Sommers [or Somers]. Re: the succession to the Spanish throne and the proposed partition of Charles II of Spain's inheritance. 2 pp. Cy of L.

Copy of a letter in unknown hand; of Lord Chancellor John Somer's answer to William III [see letter of 15/25 August, 1698], Tunbridge Wells. Re: the King's proposals regarding the disposition of lands formerly owned by Spain. 3 pp. Cy of L.

Oath of Allegiance to William III. Signed by Charles Ogilby, Thomas Bethune, Ro. Patterson, and others. Includes a second declaration acknowledging William III as the "only lawful and undoubted Soveraigne of this Realme." 1 p. DS. See medium oversize file.

Warrant to the commissioners of the treasury to pay Sir Thomas Littleton, speaker of the House of Commons, three hundred pounds for sixty days as speaker (from 30 November to 29 January). Signed by William III and countersigned by Tankerville, Stephen Fox, John Smith, and Richard Hill. 1 p. DS.

Warrant issued to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Joost "Earle of Albermarle," Master of the Rodes, five thousand, five hundred fifty two pounds, four shillings, and seven pence. half pany for servicing the rodes. Signed at Kensington by William III and countersigned by [Forde Grey, earl of] Tankerville, Stephen Fox, and Rich[ar]d Hill. 1 p. DS.

Proclamation to all ecclesiastical and government officials and all "our subjects" regarding the care of the Protestant refugees from France. London Bille & Newcome, 1699. Broadside. See medium oversize file.

28 March, 1698/9. Henry [Sidney], Earl of Romney, to all Officers Civil or Military. Certifies that Tho[mas] Gillen has been discharged from "His Majesties Regiment of Foot Guards," having served twenty three years. 1 p.

[Sir Charles Paulet, 2nd] Duke of Bolton, London, to William III, London. Welcomes William III back to England. Informs him that the directions for paying the English officers on half pay "was only untill they were cleared or provided for & not longer." He was sure the situation was not as the King has intended. 2 pp. ALS.

7/17 July, 1699. William III, Dieren, to [James] Vernon Re: wishes to remove the Commission to Sir Francis Blake. Prefers that the Commission go to Thomas Colby and Henry Vincent. In French. 1 p. ALS. Includes typescript and translation. 2 pp.

Revocation from William III at Kensington to Sir Paul Rycaut, "Hans Towne." Calls Rycaut home and instructs him to deliver letters to Bremen, Hamburg, and Lübeck notifying them of Rycault's revocation. Signed by Ja[mes] Vernon. 1 p. DS. Corner torn.

Warrant by the Lords Justices to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Thomas Lloyd, Paymaster of his majesty's works, sums up to six thousand pounds for works done or to be done to his majesty's garden at Hampton court. Signed by Tho[mas], Archbishop of Canterbury, [Thomas Herbert, 8th Earl of] Pembroke; J[ohn Egerton, 3rd Earl of] Bridgwater; [John Churchill, 1st duke of] Marlborough; [Forde Grey, Earl of] Tankerville; John Smith, H. Royle, and Rich[ar]d Hill. 1 p. DS.

George William, Duke of Brunswick-Luneberg, at citadel at Cel, to King William III Reaffirms thanks given by Baron de Schuz for sending the auxiliary troops and for ending the war and restoring peace to the area; will promote the interests of the king. In Latin. 2 pp. LS. Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

"Act of the Prince of Orange's Parliament for abolishing the Catholick Religion in Scotland entitled Act for preventing the growth of Popery." Includes a formula for abjuring Popery. 4 pp. AD. Includes contemporary copy in French: "Articles de l'acte du Parmement d'Ecasse, Intitule Act pour prevenir l'accroissment du Papisme." 3 pp. Includes contemporary copy in Latin: "Nuperrima Principis Orangy Leu Adversus Scotas Catholicas." 11 pp. Includes contemporary synopsis of the Acts against the Catholics in England. In Latin: "Synopsis Legis edita a Principe Auriaci Contra Popisticas-Episcopas Presbyteras Jesuitas aliasque Catholicas Subdutas in Anglia." 2 pp. A.D.

Order from the Privy Council, Whitehall, to the duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the Country of Derby, to impress able-bodied seamen for manning the fleet. Signed by Charles Seymour, duke of Somerset, N. Wright Esquire, James Berkeley, earl of Berkeley; Burlington; Charles Montagu, duke of Manchester; Radnar; and Henry Boyle. 2 pp. DS.

Authorization from William III, Kensington, to pay to Colonel Phillip Lodewig, Count of Erbach, the pay of the late Lieutenant General de Huybert. Countersigned by d'Allonne. including deed, 4 August, 1702, directing the transfer of payment from Huybert to Phillip Lodewig. Registered in Zeeland. Signed by Pieter Duvelaer. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. including registration notation December 28, 1702, from the Audit Office of Zeeland. Registered in the seventh white register. Signed by Henrick Vetters can Rechtekerk and Peres. In Dutch. 1 p. DS. includes typescripts and translations.

Privy Council, Kensington, to Duke of Devonshire, Lord Lieutenant and Custos Rotularum of the County of Derby. Notification that there is no further need to impress seamen for His Majesty's navy. Signed by Thomas Herbert, earl of Pembroke, Thomas Grey, Earl of Stamford, James Vernon, Charles Hedges, Henry Goodriche, and Holt. 1 p. DS.

2/13 May, 1701. Copy of a letter from Mr. Stanhope to Mr. Secretary Hedges, the Hague. Re: the meeting of the "States Deputys" and a fear of Invasion by the French. 2 pp. Cy.L.

7/18 August, 1701. Warrant from William III, Loo, to the Commissioners of the Treasury to pay to Bryan Fairfax, Esquire, five hundred pounds. Signed by Sydney Godolphin, Stephen Fox, and Richard Hill. 1 p. DS.

Oath to defend the crown against attack of "Papists and other wicked and traytorous customs." Signed by [?] Denbigh, Rich. Billinsley, William Oglethorpe, George Whitmore, Rich. Creed, Henry Cromwell, George Wanderford, Eli Studhohne, A[?] Pepys, [?], Thomas Hyde, Louis Destang, Ed. Nicholls, John Fielding, john Grace, George Tucker, Barlow Wicham, William Cecill, Younger Took, Ed. Christopher, John Hodgson, Robert Lightfoot, John Hilton, Da. Waghe, Christopher Clapham, Will[iam] He[?]ett, Tho[mas] Rose, John Watkins, Isaac Leroux, gunsmith. 1 p. DS. Vellum. Includes typescript. 1p. See medium oversize file.

Receipt for ten pounds signed by W. Cestriens. 1 p. DS.

Order to John Warner at Temple-Bar to pay to Peter Couche thirty pounds and to place it into the account of W. Cestriens. Signed at Kensington. 1 p. DS.

Grant of three hundred fifty acres of land to David Jones in Orange County, Virginia, for twenty-five shillings. Signed by James Blair, President of the Council and Acting Governor of the Colony of Virginia. 1p. DS. On vellum. See medium oversize file.

Deed of Admission of William cook to property at Acton, on the Manor of Richard Terruk, the Lord Bishop of London. Signed by William Dickens, Steward. 1 p. DS. On Vellum.

Map, drawn by John Alsop for Humphrey Howlands, "A map of all Friends Meetings, with their course or lying & distance from each other." Shows meeting places of the Quaker Friends in New England. 1 p. Ms. Reproduced from the original in the John Carter Brown Library. Oversize.

Deed of Admission of Mrs. Ann Trimmer to property at Ealing, on the manor of Beilby Porteus, Lord Bishop of London, Signed by William Dickins, Steward. 1 p. DS. Vellum. Medium oversize.

Indenture between Edward Buckley of Duke Street Grosvenor Square, parish of St. George, Middlesex County, and Marmaduke Robinson, parish of St. Clement Danes, Middlesex County. Renting property to Marmaduke Robinson for sixty pounds per year. Signed by M. D. Robinson.2 pp. DS.

Henry Compton, Bishop of London (1675-1713), Fulham, to the Right Honorable lrod Keeper. Testimonial for Mr. Warburton for a benefice in Shelton, Nottinghamshire. 1p. ALS.

18th century. Abstract of the expenses for the funerals of Queen Mary and Queen Anne. 2 pp. D.

Cover of missing letter "to the Most Serene and most Potent Prince and Lord, William, King of Great Britain, France, and Ireland, our most esteemed Lord and Friend." Includes translation (1 p.) by Julian Ward Jones, Jr., Prof. of Classical Studies, College of William and Mary.

Declaration by the appraisers, "at the request of Doctor Wrenn," of the warehouses in back of the "Custom house," signed by Jn. Smith, John Saintloe, and John Matthew. 2 pp. DS. includes endorsment signed by Ch[ristopher] Wren and W. Dickinson. 1 p. DS.

Certification and description by Christopher Wren of a map representing a parcel of ground at his Majesty's Bowling Green in Whitehall. 1 p. ADS. Vellum.

Certification that William Hart was to receive forty pounds for overseeing the repairs to the Haymarket for five years. The board finds the repairs to be sufficient. Signed by Christopher Wren and two other members of the board. 1 p. DS.

Christopher Wren and Hugh May to the Lord Chamberlain of his Majesty's Household recommending William Beach Smith, for the post of his Majesty's locksmith. 1 p. DS.

Bill for the Privy Garden, beginning June 25, 1680 and ending September 19, 1680 for ninety two pounds eighteen shillings. Signed by Christopher Wren. 1 p. ADS.

May 14, [1687?]. Christopher Wren to Sir William Fermor, Easton, Northamptonshire. Regrets he is unable to visit Fermor. Cannot leave until the King is "settled at windsor." Business has also detained Mr. [Henry?] Guy. "We are bound to our good behaviour uncertain which way the next wind may tosse us, we are afrayed of being absent from our charges & therefore watch as those who travell in suspected places." 1 p. ALS.

21 March, 1694/5. Christopher Wren to [?]. Abstract of examination of an account of six hundred thirty-four pounds seven shilling five pence in connection with the rebuilding of St. Paul's Cathedral. Finds it all in order. 1 p. ALS.

Christopher Wren, Whitehall, to Monsieur [William] Blathwayt, Loo. Re: the alteration of some rooms at Kensington and the king's rooms at Newmarket. Wren, not wanting to resolve the problem of funding the expenses, decided not to proceed with the work at Kensington even though funds had not been alloted. Requests Blathwayt to represent his case before the King. 1 p. ALS.

Christopher Wren II, Hampton Court, to his wife, Lady [Constance] Burgoyne, Wrosehall. "Custome House John," Gen. Burgoyne, and Hutton rejoice with him that Lady Burgoyne is better; hopes to be home within a few days, but must finish the business at hand; his father longs for her company; has had a bad cold but is mending well; Mrs. Musard wants a letter from her. 2 pp. ALS.

Christopher Wren, Whitehall, to Honored Sir. By his majesty's command, he was to alter rooms at Kensington and the King's lodgings at Newmercat [sic.]; the Lords of the Treasury refused his request for money for the new projects; he took care of the work at Kensington; asks recipient to lay this matter before his majesty. Photograph of ALS. 1 p.

Subscription list for John Warburton's publication of map and coat of arms of London and Middlesex county. Includes Christopher Wren's signature. Names, residences, amount paid, and amount owed included. [printed lists dated 31 August, 1722]. 100 pp. MsV.

Account book of issues and receipts of the public revenue during the reign of William III and the eight years following his death in 1702. [1688-1710]. Particularly full of accounts of army, navy, and civil list expenditures. 140 pp. MsV. 1

By [?]. 4" x 6 1/4" of William III, view of head and shoulders.

By Jacobus Houbraken (1698-1780), Amsterdam. 8 1/2" x 14" of William III, view of head and shoulders.

By Schench [?] [Pieter Schench], 7" x 9 3/4+ of Wilhelmus (William) III, three quarter view.

By Andrew Duncan, 2" x 2 1/2" of King William III, head and shoulders view, after a painting by De Baan.

Engraved for the Universal Magazine, printed for T. Hinton at the King's Arms in Newgate Street, 4 1/2" x 7 1/2" of King William III, head and shoulder view.

By M. Gucht, 3 3/4" x 5 3/4" of Guielmus III (William III), head and shoulders view.

By Bernard Picart, 5 3/4" x 8" of Guillaume III (William III), head and shoulders view. After a painting by Van der Werf.

By Gerardum de Lairesse and Nicolaum Visscher, 6 1/2" x 9 1/4" of William III, view of head, with trumpeting angel. Includes Dutch description.

G. Murray, 2" x 2 3/4" of Rachel Wriothesley, Lady Russel, head and shoulders view.

By Harding & Lepard, Pall Mall East, 3 3/4" x 4 3/4" of Rachel Wriothesley, Lady Russell, head and shoulders view.

A Paris chez Odieuvre, Md d'Estampes rue Danjou Dauphine la deuxieme P. Cachere 4" x 5 3/4" of Leopold I (1640-1705), Emperor of Germany, head and shoulders view.

Locket of Queen Mary II's hair, declared authentic by the British Museum, 1953 per an attached note. Attached note by Anne Rigby, states her cousin Mary Rigby gave the locket to her, 1786. Also appended is a note stating that the Queen had given the locket to "my father's brother."

William & Mary alumni plate featuring an origional illustration of the Sir Christopher Wren Building. Silver plate, inlaid in 24 kt. gold (by the Franklin Mint). See manuscript artifact collection.

Plaque. Sir Christopher Wren portrait by G.W. Elliott. Framed From the Lincoln Cathedral Library, England, to mark the 300th Anniversary of Lincoln Cathedral's Wren Library of 1674. See manuscript artifact collection.

Copper printing plate, circa 1700 of Guiliemus (William III), view of head and shoulders. Original. In oversize file.