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Original will of Thomas Woollestone of Pebworth husbandman bequeathing all his lands...

Catalogue reference: DR 133/16

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Reference
DR 133/16
Date
31 May 1754
Description

Original will of Thomas Woollestone of Pebworth husbandman bequeathing all his lands and tenements in Pebworth to his wife Hester to hold for life or until her remarriage; after which the estate is to be sold and the purchase money to be divided equally between his four children, Thomas, William, Mary and John. He also bequeaths to his wife Hester, whom he appoints sole executrix, all his goods and chattels.

Signed: Thomas Woolleston (by mark).

Red seal applied, papered.

Witnesses: John Mealing, Nathaniel Beedle (by mark),

Richard Watkins.

Held by
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
Language
English
Physical condition
Paper, 8½ x 13 ins., 2 folios.; No indication of probate.
Record URL
https://beta.nationalarchives.gov.uk/catalogue/id/14f04d0a-5238-4705-ae92-bc7faca6ae85/

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Original will of Thomas Woollestone of Pebworth husbandman bequeathing all his lands...