WL538

Probate of the will of Jos. Willis of Bedford, yeom. 'I bequeath my immortal soul ...' To w. Dor. a range of buildings in St. Paul's parish, Bedford, now converted into 2 tenements, formerly belonging to the Hassetts, bought of J.T. Brace esq.; a close in Berry lane in St. Peter's parish, inherited from 230, within 12 months; in barr of her dower and thirds; household goods to the value of 20; and a further £170 (400 in all): If however w. chooses dower, property to be sold by exors., except close (to s. Wm) Sons to have 50 each more than daus. Exors. w. Dor., bro. Wm., bro-in-law Barth. Best. Witn. John Page, John Newman, Jos. Harrison.

24 February 1729/30. Proved 14 July 1736.

From: 1729 To: 1736

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Long, William,
Willis, Joseph,
Willis, Dorothy,
Brace, J T,
Willis, William,
Page, John,
Newman, John,
Harrison, Joseph

PROBATE, Charles Wells, Bedford Nags Head, BEDFORD, Bedford Berry Lane, wills