John Newton responds in his case against Joan Waters for enforcement of a marriage contract. He identifies himself as a player and member of the Duke of York's Men. Newton affirms that he believes that Waters was in good reason and temper when she signed the marriage contract and that she was aware of the contents of the note. Newton says that she told her friends and his friends that she signed the note with intent to marry him.
| Name | Event Role(s) | Document Role(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Waters, Joan | defendant | widow |
| Stuart, Charles I | patron | |
| Newton, John | plaintiff | player, servant |