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Lyons, James (fl. 1836) Opinions upon W Moseleys will

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01447.04 Author/Creator: Lyons, James (fl. 1836) Place Written: Richmond, VA Type: Autograph document signed Date: 7 December 1836 Pagination: 1 p. ; 27 x 22 cm. Order a Copy

Opines on two questions: "I what is the duty of the Sheriff to whom the state of William Mosely has been committed for administration, in respect to the property mentioned in the said third clause of the will, and II Can a sale of this property be legally affected."

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