1336-10-18, Auckland

To the burgomasters, éehevins and consules of the town of Bruges. Request to interpose for the release of the king's subjects who were together with their goods, during the prorogation of the respite, the burgomasters and others promised until Christmas, giving credence the bearer of these presents in the things which he shall relate to them the king's behalf. [Fadera.] Like letters tc the burgomasters, ete., of Ypre and Ghent. [Jbéd.] To Louis, count of Flanders and Nevers. Request to order the said to be released, and to treat the king's subjects kindly, for the king given no cause of offence, and will be always ready to do what is just, the bearers of these presents will fully tell the count, to whom the king desires that the count will give full credence. [Jbid.]