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Mercurius politicus, Number 559, 17th-24th March 1659 E.195[33]

the exterpation of Atheisin, Idolatry, Popery, Heresie, Blasphemie,
Profaneness, and what soever is contrary to sound Doctrine,
and the power of Godliness, with the prevention of such
Designs and Actings as tend to the subversion of Magistracy
and Ministry, and bringing us into confusion, and to provide
for the peace and safety of these Nations, with the just Rights,
Interests and honor of the same. In these Beginnings and
Proceedings as we hope the Lord will be with you, and give
you rest on every side, that there may be neither Adversary
nor evil occurrent, so your Highness shall do worthily
and be famous, and like David, shall serve your Generation
according to the will of God, and we shall be still more
engaged by our continual Prayers, sincere affections,
and faithful endeavors, to seek the preservation of your
Highness Person and Government for the publick
Good.
This Address was presented to his Highness, subscribed by
above six thousand hands, and a very gracious return made
thereunto.
From Coppenhagen, 4 March,
There are two great ships arrived here, laden with all
manner of provision.
In Norway lye eleven great ships ready, which are expected
to come hither. Since the last storm which the Swedes made
upon us, we are made vigilent and carefull then we were
formerly, the Citizens are charged to Keep constantly under
the wails, and our Guards are extraordinarily encreased, so
that sieg is not feared. There are many slain sound
in the Moats.
From Vienna, Feb. 28.
Several sports, shows, and Recreations have been made to
entertain Archauke Sigismoud: His Highness intends to stay
here ten dayes longer, after that he intends to return to Inspruck,
there to expect the return of the Currier, sent to
Spains then he will undertake his journey to the Neatherlands:
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