Petition — John Rothwell against Inner-house Interlocutor
Abstract
Petitioners challenge an interlocutor granting James Gordon a cessio bonorum, alleging insufficient proof of losses to justify discharge of debts.
James Gordon v. John Rothwell — Answers, 5 Jun 1793
Abstract
Answers by John Rothwell, George Cottrell, James Gordon, and others to the condescendence for James Gordon, Superintendent of Police, Water, &c. for the City of Edinburgh, Pursuer of a Cessio Bonorum.
Petition — Poor John Boag against Lord Ankerville's Interlocutor
Abstract
Petition of Poor John Boag, asking the Court to alter Lord Ankerville's interlocutor, which found the defenders entitled to expences and allowed an account thereof to be given in.
The Trades of Dalkeith v. John Alves — Answers, 6 Jun 1793
Abstract
Respondents challenge a Dalkeith trade tax under 'Buchan's Stent', claiming it violates parliamentary limits, offers no benefit, and exceeds statutory scope.
Christian Burt v. Ann Parker and others — Answers
Abstract
Court sustains reduction of deed challenging legitim claim, awards interim L25, and orders proof of communion funds and condescendence of John Burt’s estate.
Alexander Laidlaw v. James Wylie — Answers, 21 May 1793
Abstract
Respondent sues petitioner for breach of barter contract requiring bread delivery in exchange for rolls and bopps, plus unpaid rent.
Captain John Macdowall v. Francis Charteris, Earl of Wemyss — Answers, 25 Apr 1793 [2]
Abstract
Petitioner Captain Macdowall, after lease expired, failed to repair Woolmet property as per tack, leading to court-ordered repairs and dispute over costs and scope.
Captain John Macdowall v. Francis Charteris Earl of Wemyss — Answers, 24 Sep 1788
Abstract
Captain Macdowall failed to repair leased property, prompting Earl of Wemyss to compel repairs; Macdowall later claimed retention of costs for fences not his obligation.
REPORT of ALEXANDER LAING, referred to in the foregoing Petition. PROOF referred to in the foregoing Petition.
Abstract
Report and proof submitted by builders and witnesses detailing repairs needed at Woolmet and historical structures from 1724 to 1784, including claims for unpaid labor and testimony on original construction.
