Reference
KK534
Title
Probate of Will of Joseph Gurney of Linslade, gentleman.
Date free text
23 Apr 1720, proved 27 May 1720
Production date
From: 1720 To: 1720
Scope and Content
To son William, messuages in Soulbury, brick and tile-kiln and lands in occupation of Anthony and Robert Hart, in trust to sell to Thomas Shotbolt gentleman
To same, manor of Potsgrove; cottage at Leighton Buzzard in occupation of John Cook and John Bowman; close in Leighton Buzzard near Friday lane in occupation of Thomas Ward, on condition that out of proceeds of sale he pays annuity of £20 per annum to mother Mary.
To son-in-law James Leach all property in Leighton Buzzard subject to payment of £4 per annum annuity to son William till death of Mary, then to pay 10s. per annum to a minister who will preach a sermon at Linslade church on Easter Monday, and 2s. per annum to parish clerk for ringing bells and attending the minister.
Son William to pay above during life of Mary.
To son-in-law Edward Man £50 in lieu of money owed.
To son William all personal estate.
Executors: son William
Witnesses: Edward Gurney, Robert Ashwell, Elizabeth Walton.
Level of description
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