Ann Radcliffe, 1776

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59    Braddan
This is affirmed by Margt Philips & Jane Cannell 
both of Douglas to be the last will and testament 
of Ann Radcliffe of Douglas widow, who departed 
this life the latter end of October last, and a 
few days before her decease has in the presence 
of these witnesses declared as follows. 
First, she left to her daughters namely Ellinor 
Taggart & Ann Clucas all her wearing apparel to 
be equal between them, and in case said daughters 
should not be satisfied therewith, they are to 
get a crown each instead of said apparel and 
all other rights. 
2ndly, she left to her son Christopher Bridson 
a crown in case he claims it. 
3rdly, she left to her grandson John Bridson 
junr her silk black handkerchief & the chest 
of drawers. 
4thly, she left five shillings to be paid to the poor. 
5thly and Lastly, she appointed her son 
John Bridson senr of Douglas shoemaker, 
whole & sole Executor of her last will 
and testament, & this in our presence. 
[signed their marks] Marget Phillips, 
Jain Cannell. 

At a Consistory Court holden at 
Douglas Nover 5th 1776, 
The Executor is sworn in Court in form 
of Law and hath given pledges for the 
payment of debts & legacies namely 
George Oates of KK Conchan & 
William Crebbin of Kewaigue in KK Braddan