The Appleton, Samuel 1766-1853 creator Bowditch, N. I. (Nathaniel Ingersoll) 1805-1861 text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Will of Samuel Appleton, with Remarks by One of the Executors" by Appleton is a legal document detailing the last testament of Samuel Appleton, a merchant from Boston, written in the mid-19th century. This book serves as a historical account that provides insight into the life and values of Appleton, as well as the distribution of his substantial estate after his death. It reflects the customs and legal practices surrounding wills and inheritances during that period. The content of the book revolves around Samuel Appleton's last will and testament, which outlines his bequests to his wife, relatives, and charitable institutions. Notably, it mentions his affection for his wife, Mary, by providing her with a significant inheritance and the family home. The will further illustrates his care for family members and friends by allocating substantial sums to his nephews, nieces, and various charitable causes, highlighting his character as a benevolent benefactor. Additionally, the remarks from one of the executors provide a context of esteem in which Appleton was held in his community, underscoring his public spirit and acts of kindness throughout his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-08-06 Produced by Jeannie Howse and Friend, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Wills -- Massachusetts Appleton, Samuel, 1766-1853 -- Will Appleton family F001 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33362 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33362 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133748.0 33362