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Letter of Attestment
authorising David Fraser, Messenger at Arms, to seize property of 4 members of the Stewart family, to the value of L500, owing to Francis Fraser, trader of Edinburgh
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1815 Document Edinburgh Francis Fraser L Aw Legal Letter Members Messenger Owing Property Seize Stewart Trader
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A Letter of Attestation from 1815 - Authorising the Seizure of Property from the Stewart Family due to Debt Owed to Francis Fraser of Edinburgh
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This evocative historical document, dating back to 1815, is a Letter of Attestment issued by the Sheriff Clerk of Edinburgh, Scotland, granting David Fraser, Messenger at Arms, the legal authority to seize the property of four members of the Stewart family. The debt owed to the Fraser family, specifically to Francis Fraser, a trader residing in Edinburgh, amounted to a substantial sum of five hundred pounds (L500). The Letter of Attestment, meticulously penned on parchment paper, bears the official seal of the Sheriff Clerk's Office and is a testament to the legal procedures of the time. The document outlines the names and addresses of the debtors within the Stewart family, as well as the specific properties that could be seized to settle the outstanding debt. David Fraser, the Messenger at Arms, was responsible for enforcing the debt and carrying out the seizure of the property. This role was a crucial one in Scottish law, as it allowed for the swift resolution of debts and the protection of creditors' interests. The intricately detailed document is a fascinating glimpse into Scotland's legal history and the economic realities of the early 19th century. It underscores the importance of credit and debt in the lives of individuals and families, as well as the role of the legal system in enforcing financial obligations. This Letter of Attestment is a poignant reminder of the past and the complex web of relationships and financial transactions that shaped the lives of people in Scotland during this period. The document's preservation through the centuries is a testament to its historical significance and the enduring allure of Scotland's rich heritage.
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