Alexander Mercer of Great Harwood, Yeoman
Will of Alexander Mercer 20th May, 1731
Proved 4th June, 1733
To son Alexander leaves tenement called Dugdalls leased of Roger Nowell.
To grandchildren 10s each.
To Ann Duxbury daughter of Thomas Duxbury of Rishton £2 10s.
To Thomas Witton 5s.
Mentions daughter Jane Hardy and Ellin Tomlinson.
Inventory:
Household goods worth £5 18s 4d
“Money out at usery” £140
Only basic household furniture listed.
Transcription ©Barbara Youds from original held at Lancashire Archives