three3. * * The Russians (Novgorodians) have discovered the St Lawrence River and named it Rusalka...also, the Russians have a trade post at OTL Quebec named Kvebek near the Iroquois village Stadakone. * Venice thanks the Imperial High Court for their decision and officially annexes Florence uniting the two republics. Piombino, unfortunately is given to the Italian League where it will likely be annexed by Naples or Genoa. The Venetian Cathedral nears 25% completion with the main hall finished. Mass is called everyday to pray for the souls of the heathens and heretics that have adopted the Protestant blasphemy. The Bishop of Venice wonders why the Pope has not called for a clensing of the Heretic regions and is allowing these blasphemous whispers to spread. He welcomes the Scan