I have a relative, Edward Costall b. 1833 and died 1907. His father was a surgeon ( John) in Market Overton, Rutland. John died 1870, leaving approx 12000 pounds. ( I assume to his only son, Edward. Edward was an assistant surgeon in 1861. By, 1871 he was a farmer of 122 acres. His Uncle, Robert at this time was living with them, and was a farmer of 600 acres. By 1881, Edward was a farmer of 850 acres, and Robert was retired. I assume, at this point Edward used the 12000 pounds to become a farmer, and somehow inherited his Uncle Roberts land ( he didnt die until 1883 ). Neither Robert or Edward married. Edward died 1907, and the probate records say he was worth 360 pounds.and left it to " a schoolmaster"...........so.....
Where did the money go? One has to assume he was rich? I calculated the 12000 pounds to over 7 million pounds........( phew )
Any ideas anyone?
Jackie
Where did the money go? One has to assume he was rich? I calculated the 12000 pounds to over 7 million pounds........( phew )
Any ideas anyone?
Jackie
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