William Tear, 1700

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49     Andreas
This is affirmed to be the last will of William Teare 
who was buried about the 29th of November 1700, being 
in good mind and memory. First, he commended his soul 
to God and body to Christian burial. Item, he left to 
his son Patrick 2 shillings. Item, to the said Patrick 
2 shillings more in lieu and consideration of some corn 
that was betwixt. Item, to his son Thomas a barrel. 
Item, to his son Patrick his part of the fishing nets. 
Item, he left to Patrick’s children a lamp or two if 
there were so many. Item, to John Kneen a sheep. Item, 
he nominated and appointed his daughter Jony Executrix 
of all his goods whatsoever. Item, to Michael Cowl 6 pence. 
Witness
Michael Cowl. 

The Executrix at age is sworn in form of Law. Pledges 
in form of Law. This will is proved in conxxx particum. 

The Inventory of the within William Tear and Margt Gawn 
his wife amounts 2:16, which is in the hands of the 
Executrix within mentioned and hath given pledges in 
form of Law Michael Cowl & Patrick Crinnill

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