31 May 1799Property rightsGlebe
Reid, the minister of the Parish of New Cumnock, life on lands owned by Logan. The previous minister had planted trees surrounding his Glebe lands and they were admired by the community, but when the Minister died and Reid succeeded him, Reid began to chop down the trees. Logan, as the owner of the land, sued to stop the further removal of the trees.
Documents in this case (1)
People involved
- David Williamson Robertson Ewart, of Balgray — Advocate for Pursuer
- John Logan — Pursuer
- Alexander Wight — Agent
Places
Reid, the minister of the Parish of New Cumnock, life on lands owned by Logan. The previous minister had planted trees surrounding his Glebe lands and they were admired by the community, but when the Minister died and Reid succeeded him, Reid began to chop down the trees. Logan, as the owner of the land, sued to stop the further removal of the trees.
Published Reports
Morison, pg. App 1, No 1
