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Day Versus Day; Question as to Legitimacy: A Trial by Ejectment Between John Day, of Bedford, Esq. Plaintiff, and Thomas Day, of Spaldwick, Esq. ... Tried at the Assizes Held There on Monda - Softcover

J. H. Blanchard

 
9781332908370: Day Versus Day; Question as to Legitimacy: A Trial by Ejectment Between John Day, of Bedford, Esq. Plaintiff, and Thomas Day, of Spaldwick, Esq. ... Tried at the Assizes Held There on Monda

Synopsis

This book presents the trial of Thomas Day's will in 1797, detailing the legal battle over his estate between his sons, Thomas and John. The case revolves around the legitimacy of Thomas's son, who inherited the estate after his father's death. The author meticulously documents the trial proceedings, including witness testimonies and legal arguments, immersing readers in the complexities of the case. Historian and legal scholars will find this book invaluable for understanding the legal and social conventions of the time, particularly concerning inheritance and family law. The trial's central question—whether the supposed heir was indeed Thomas Day's son—highlights the intricate web of familial relationships, legal complexities, and the lengths to which individuals will go to claim an inheritance.

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