Excerpt from A Digest of the Early Connecticut Probate Records, Vol. 2: Hartford District, 1700-1729
The law allowed a Widow the use of one-third part of the real estate of her deceased husband during her life, and one-third of his personal estate forever but the husband, by will, could devise to his wife the use of one-third of his real estate while she remained his widow. So, I give to my wife her dower rights was a shortened way of stating the case.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of Connecticut probate records from the early 18th century. The author meticulously compiled and organized these records, offering a unique glimpse into the lives of everyday people in colonial America. By examining wills, inventories, and court proceedings, the reader can trace family lineages, uncover property transactions, and gain insight into social customs and beliefs of the time. The book's detailed examination of the probate process illuminates the legal and societal structures of the period. For instance, the author explains how the law allowed widows to retain certain rights to their deceased husbands' property, while also outlining the provisions for guardianship of minor children. Thematic threads woven through these historical records include family relationships, inheritance practices, and the evolving legal landscape of colonial Connecticut. The book's insights into the practical details of everyday life in early America offer a window into the past, revealing the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals in a burgeoning society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332747320_0
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