1798
TeindsStipendAugmentationHeritorParishGlebeMinister Thomas Campbell, as pursuer, sought augmentation from the teinds of the annexed parish of Longnewton, contending that historical precedent and the sole burden of serving both parishes supported his claim. Sir John Scott of Ancrum and the other heritors defended against the action, maintaining that Campbell’s existing stipend was ample and that the circumstances of the parish did not warrant an increase.AI-generated
Documents in this case (2)
- The Reverend Mr Thomas Campbell v. Sir John Scott of Ancrum, Baronet, and others — Memorial, 9 Jan 1798Minister Thomas Campbell seeks augmentation from teinds of annexed parish Longnewton, arguing historical precedent and fairness given his sole burden of serving both parishes.
- Sir John Scott v. Thomas Campbell — Memorial, 16 Jan 1798January 16, 1798 Memorial of Sir John Scott of Ancrum, Baronet, and other heritors, arguing that the Reverend Mr Thomas Campbell is not entitled to augmentation given his ample stipend and parish circumstances
People & places in this case
People involved
- James Scott, of Scalloway — Party
- John Campbell, Lord Stonefield — Party
Places
- Ancrum (principal)
- Selkirk
- Edinburgh
- Brechin
- Linlithgow
