Will of Robert Butler, husbandman. He leaves his house and land in Ratcliff to his son Richard, to his eldest daughter Anne £5 and to his youngest daughter Elizabeth £2 and £15 between them when Richard enteres upon the house. To his wife £10 and she to be executrix. Signed by Robert Butler, his mark. Witnessed by John Dover, William Butler, and Thomas Smith.
Will of Robert Butler (copy), Ratcliff, Nottinghamshire
This material is held atCambridge University Library
- Reference
- GB 12 MS Doc.1147
- Dates of Creation
- 18 Dec. 1689
- Language of Material
- English .
- Physical Description
- 1 item(s) vellum vellum
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Acquisition Information
Purchased from G. David, Cambridge, 8 February 1923
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