Alexander Baird and Others v. John Baillie and George Sinclair — Replies, 25 Feb 1822
Abstract
Creditors contest commissioners' election validity and Baillie's fraudulent estate claims in Smellie's sequestration.
Alexander Baird & Others v. George Sinclair — Answers, 16 Feb 1822
Abstract
George Sinclair answers a petition by creditors challenging the election of commissioners, arguing the complaint is irregular, premature, and unnecessary.
Alexander Baird v. John Baillie — Answers, 9 Feb 1822
Abstract
Baillie denies collusion in his vote for estate commissioners, asserts his claim’s legitimacy, and challenges petitioners’ motives.
APPENDIX.
Abstract
Bankrupt Robert Smellie denies prior declarations, admits fabricated bills post-sequestration, and claims creditor collusion; John Baillie asserts stolen bills and claims £4164.
James Watson v. John Baillie and Others — Duplies, 4 Apr 1822
Abstract
Trustee James Watson contests interim law-agent George Sinclair’s appointment, citing conflict with petitioner John Baillie, whose fraudulent claims and criminal prosecution cast doubt on Sinclair’s legitimacy.
John Baillie and others v. James Watson — Replies, 31 Jan 1822
Abstract
Petitioners challenge trustee’s sequestration of Robert Smellie’s estate, alleging fraud, perjury, and improper creditor appointments.
APPENDIX. No. I. AFFIDAVIT by John Baillie.
Abstract
John Baillie seeks £4,266.12 from Robert Smellie’s estate via sequestration, covering debts, damages, and seized property, less £30 in securities.
John Baillie v. James Watson — Answers, 7 Dec 1821
Abstract
Answers by James Watson, Trustee on the Sequestrated Estate of Robert Smellie, to the petition and complaint against him, at the instance of John Baillie and Others.
John Bailie v. James Watson — Petition and Complaint, 11 Sep 1821
Abstract
Creditors elect James Watson as trustee over William Jeffrey amid disputes over claim validity and agent nominations.
John Baillie v. James Watson — Petition and Complaint, 13 Nov 1821
Abstract
Petition of John Baillie and others asking the Court to order James Watson, trustee, to carry into effect the creditors' resolution appointing George Sinclair as law-agent in the sequestration.
