Person:William Ryburn (2)

Will of William Ryburn

William wrote his will on 22 Jul 1812. He left his land to be divided between his sons Patrick and James. However, the profits arising from it were to be his wife Mary's during the rest of her natural life. William also stipulated that she was to have the "free and entire use" of the dwelling house and kitchen with all its contents. In addition he left her three specific horses and her choice of three of the best cows. He also bequeathed $10 to his daughter Sarah Buchanan, $100 to his son John, and $10 to his daughter Mary Buckhannon. Daughters Jenny, Ann, Peggy and Patsy were also remembered. Patrick was named as his father's executor.

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Information on William Ryburn

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