James Maidment petitions to recall an arrestment, claiming it was an abuse of diligence and incompetent under statute, as he carried his effects under his own control while traveling.
Court finds pursuer not entitled to claim rent or watch charges, disallows unvouched items and foreign legal expenses, absolves defender and orders pursuer to pay expenses.
Defender admits paying L.49 via installments but denies liability for half-year rent due to pursuer’s failure to act as agent or secure payment from sub-tenant.
Parties agree to final statements of facts and pleas, closing record; pursuer claims debts from optician who defaulted on rent and failed to settle accounts.
Court finds pursuer liable for expenses, disallows unvouched charges and law costs claimed in England, and requests Lords to alter or recall interlocutor.
Petition of James Connon & others, asking the Court to appoint a Curator Bonis for Mrs. Mary Mahon or Connon, widow of deceased John Connon, who is unfit to manage her affairs due to mental impairment.