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Register of the Privy Council of Scotland. Third Series. , 1686-1689.

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Paton, Henry, author.
Series:
Register of the Privy Council of Scotland, Third Series
Register of the Privy Council of Scotland, Third Series ; v.13
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Justice, Administration of.
Politics and government.
Scotland--History.
Scotland.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (813 pages)
Edition:
1st ed.
Other Title:
Register of the Privy Council of Scotland Volume XIII, 1686-1689
Place of Publication:
Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2009.
Summary:
This volume is part of the third series of 'The Register of the Privy Council of Scotland,' covering the years 1686 to 1689 during the reign of James VII. Edited and abridged by Henry Paton, with an introduction by Robert Kerr Hannay, it provides a detailed account of the administrative records and governmental proceedings of the Privy Council. The book includes significant proclamations, orders, and committee activities, such as measures against robberies, religious indulgences, and management of prisoners. It also documents political and social developments during this period, including the general toleration for religious practices and actions taken in response to the battle of Killiecrankie. The work is intended for historians, researchers, and students of Scottish history and governance, offering insights into the political and administrative dynamics of late 17th-century Scotland. Generated by AI.
Contents:
TITLE PAGE
INTRODUCTION
James VII
Proceedings of the Council (December 1686 - December 1688)
Abstract of Records of the Secretary's Office (December 1686 - November 1688)
Treasury Register, Vol. IV
Treasury Register, Vol. V
Miscellaneous Papers (James VII)
Religious Affairs
The Highlands
Communications
Trade and Industry
Books
Witchcraft
Universities
Burghs of Barony
Miscellaneous
William and Mary
Proceedings of Council (24 May - 31 July 1689)
Burgh of Glasgow
The Registers
State Papers
REGISTER OF THE PRIVY COUNCIL OF SCOTLAND, James VII
Miscellaneous Privy Council Papers ( 2 December 1686 - 31 December 1688)
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Notes:
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ISBN:
9781441633378
1441633375
OCLC:
1477225585

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