1389-01-30, Westminster

To the treasurer and the barons of the exchequer. Writ of swpersedeas omnino in respect of any process against Richard (sic) Rous the father, and order to release any distress upon him made, although lately the king appointed John (sic) Rous and others to make inquisition in Worcestershire what evildoers and breakers of the peace slew John Wodewarde at Malvernewode, how and at whose procurement, and who after harboured them, proceeding nevertheless against others who meddled therein ; as that commission was not delivered to the said John (sic), nor did he receive it for execution, nor meddle in aught therein contained, as Richard Rous son of the said Richard (sic) has made oath in chancery. 6. John Carswille of Devon to Henry Kirkestede. Recognisance for 80/., to be levied etc. in Devon.