Names contained in this document: Wilson, McMichael, Morgan
(Letters of Guardianship)
By the Honorable the Court of Ordinary for said County,
GREETING,
To Abel P. Wilson
Whereas Asa Morgan, Orphan of Stokley Morgan is possessed in his own right of a considerable estate – by means whereof, the power of granting the Guardianship of said Orphan to us is manifestly know to belong – and for the better securing the estate, and more ample maintenance and education of the said Orphan; and from the integrity and confidence reposed in you, we do hereby commit the tuition, education and Guardianship of said Orphan to you, the said Abel P. Wilson (you assenting thereto by the acceptance of these letters, ) herein charging you, that you maintain him in meat, drink, clothing and lodging; that you cause him to be educated in such manner as shall be suitable to his interest and circumstances; and that you enquire into the take charge of his estate, both real and personal, and all other things do, which by law you ought to do, for your said Ward. A true and perfect account of all which you shall render into the Court of Ordinary on the first term in every year during your continuance in office – and we do hereby constitute and appoint you the said Abel P. Wilson Guardian of the said Orphan during his minority.
In TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have officially set my hand and seal this third day of March 1848 and 69th year of American Independence.
Shadrack
McMichael
C.C.O.
This document in possession of Harry Wilson (hornridge@aol.com)
Transcribed by Suzanne Forte suzanneforte@bellsouth.net) October 2004