The Tuesday, 21 April, 1663, entry tells us more about Butler -- bottom line, he was a rogue, and although he had been a witness against Field, and deserved compensation for his inconvenience as his attendance at court to give that testimony was essential, just how to do that had to be considered carefully.
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Terry Foreman • Link
Mr Butler, chief witness against Edward Field who sued the Navy Board 1663.
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San Diego Sarah • Link
The Tuesday, 21 April, 1663, entry tells us more about Butler -- bottom line, he was a rogue, and although he had been a witness against Field, and deserved compensation for his inconvenience as his attendance at court to give that testimony was essential, just how to do that had to be considered carefully.