Petition — Geo [2]
Abstract
Petition of George Ross and John Heddle, asking the Court to remit to Lord Craig or another Lord the duty to audit accounts and authorize division of proceeds from Hourston estate
John Fraser v. Smithies and Temple — Answers, 16 Jun 1797
Abstract
John Fraser answers objections from Smithies and Temple regarding his proposed Cessio, defending his financial conduct and creditor composition.
180-1785-1800 doc0095
Abstract
Defenders object to the pursuer’s condescendence in a cessio bonorum, challenging the valuation of debts, funds, and alleged losses, and demanding an account of assets held by his brother and others.
180-1785-1800 doc0094
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Pursuer, a Kelso merchant, seeks imprisonment relief via Cessio Bonorum, citing insolvency from farm losses, creditor composition, and familial asset management.
Petition — Intimated Pet.—Bank of Scotland for a warrant on the Factor of Pittengrieff
Abstract
Petitioners seek a warrant against factor George Chalmers for unpaid debt of £2443 1s. 7d. due at Candlemas 1796, with interest, from proceeds of Pittencrieff estate sale and factor’s funds.
Petition — William Walker
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Petition of William Walker, asking the Court to remit to the Lord Craig, Ordinary, to inquire into his payments as factor and to order his discharge and delivery of his bond of cautionry.
Petition — Mrs. Helen Traill } to Grant a Warrant
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Petition of Mrs. Helen Traill, Thomas Tyrie, and John and James Tyrie, asking the Court to grant a specific warrant for payment of annuity and jointure arrears to the petitioners from purchasers and the Royal Bank cashier.
180-1785-1800 doc0090
Abstract
Appendix detailing funds, debts, and property valuations as of Whitfunday 1796, including arrears, jointure claims, and bank consignments.
180-1785-1800 doc0089
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Creditors seek sale of entailed Hourston estate to satisfy debts of deceased heirs, but heir of entail contests validity of claims and sale procedure.
Petition — Andrew Galbraith
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Petition of Andrew Galbraith asking the Court to appoint two assessors to assist the Macers in judging his claim to the estate of Balgair
