James Brown v. Robert Crawford Cumming — Note of Advocation, 12 Nov 1857
Abstract
Sheriff court action for road and fence construction under feu contract, with inspector’s report approved and obligations ordered.
Isaac Graham v. Robert Little — Statement of Facts, 30 Jun 1857
Abstract
Statement of Facts for Robert Little, Defender; and Answers for Isaac Graham, Pursuer; with Pleas in Law for both parties and Interlocutor
Isaac Graham v. Robert Little — Answers, 27 Feb 1857
Abstract
Answers by Robert Little to the petition of Isaac Graham, asserting that the terms of the disposition and settlement are admitted only as stated, and denying claims of sole executorship and inheritance rights.
Isaac Graham v. Robert Little — State of the Process, 2 Jul 1857
Abstract
Executor-dative Isaac Graham sues executor-nominate Robert Little for payment of £425 due under a 1818 disposition, less £50 paid and interest, plus process costs.
John Johnston v. Adam Black — Reclaiming Note
Abstract
Defender Adam Black seeks to reclaim an interlocutor finding him liable for expenses, arguing the payment was bona fide and no device was proven.
VI.—REVISED CONDESCENDENCE for ALEXANDER STEVEN, No. 20 of Process. WITH REVISED ANSWERS THERETO FOR
Abstract
Alexander Steven and his children claim £35,000 of a £50,000 legacy under a trust, with assignees claiming £15,000; trustees contest power to discharge and reserve fee for future children.
V.—REVISED CONDESCENDENCE for JAMES HAMILTON, No. 19 of Process. Tailor in Irvine; with REVISED ANSWERS THERETO FOR
Abstract
Trustees seek to enforce a legacy of £5,000 to James Hamilton, with claimants disputing entitlement and age of claimant.
II.—REVISED CONDESCENDENCE for JOHN HAMILTON, Baker No. 17 of Process in Irvine, ALEXANDER HAMILTON, MARGARET HAMILTON, JOHN FERGUSON HAMILTON, and ROBERT JOHNSTON HAMILTON, his ch
Abstract
Trustees of John Ferguson’s estate administer a codicil bequest of £20,000 to John Hamilton’s children, with contested claims from other heirs and trustees’ authority to adjust payment timing.
Trustees of the late John Ferguson of Cairnbrock v. James Hamilton and Others — Summons, 18 Nov 1856
Abstract
Trustees seek judicial determination of rightful heirs and exoneration after advancing funds to defenders.
Trustees of the late John Ferguson of Cairnbrock v. James Hamilton and Others — Record, 20 May 1857
Abstract
Trustees of late John Ferguson sue James Hamilton and others in multiplepoinding and exoneration proceedings.
