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Petition of George Norvell asking the Court to overturn the interlocutor that awarded two bonds to John Ramsay, on grounds that the testamentary writings were insufficiently authenticated.

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Memorial of Roger Macneil, Esq; of Taynish, arguing that a 1721 deed executed in Ireland was invalid for lack of sealing and delivery, and thus cannot support an action in Scotland for his mother's third share of the estate.

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Memorial of Archibald Macneil-Montgomery, arguing that the marriage-settlement deed, though defective in Irish solemnities, is valid and actionable in equity under Scottish and English precedent.

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Defendant claims marriage settlement does not extend to Irish moveables or require debt deduction; court upholds wife’s right to third of all personal estate, debts included, regardless of location.

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Petition of Roger Macneil asking the Court to alter its recent interlocutor regarding the interpretation of a 1721 deed concerning Irish executry and moveable inheritance

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Information of Thomas Dundas of Fingask, defender, arguing that a lease granted under a void entail should be upheld as an act of reasonable administration

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Information of Peter Leslie-Grant, arguing that a Tack granted by a person without legal title to the estate cannot be valid against the lawful heir.

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Memorial of the Pursuers, arguing that the Defender's defenses are legally unsound and inconsistent with precedent, particularly regarding penalty clauses and stamp duties.

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Respondent denies owing compensation for farm improvements, arguing they were customary, already reaped, and caused detriment; seeks review of interlocutor imposing penalty for breach of backbond.

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Account of expenses for land improvements under a 19-year tack agreement, detailing lime, trenching, stone removal, and soil preparation from 1757 to 1759.