John Brew, 1777

Submitted by: Joyce M Oates
Date: 7 April 2003
Original: LDS: 0106227

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29        Andreas
This is the last will and testament of John Brew of the parish of KK Andreas who departed this life
about the 6th day of November 1776; being at perfect mind and memory at the making of it. First,
he committed his soul to God and body to a Christian burial. Item, he left and bequeathed to his son
Michael Brew his cloth and what ever was in his own hands. Item, he left to his daughter Cathrine
Brew the youngest heifer and the ewe lamb. Item, he left to his two daughters Joney and Jane ten
shillings a piece. Lastly, he nominated and appointed his beloved wife Bahey Brew sold executor of
all the rest of his goods moveable and immovable whatsoever. He left six pence each to the
witnesses of his will. Witnesses: Jon. Ratcliffe, John Corlett. 

At a Court of Correction holden at Lezayre February 20th, 1777, the executrix is sworn in Court in
form of Law and hath given pledges for the payment of debts and legacies vizt., the witnesses of the
Will.

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