Patrick Campbell’s will, dated August 28, 1799, outlines his estate distribution. He bequeaths his son, William Campbell, one thousand acres of land in Boone County, along with additional land and personal items. His wife, Nancy, is granted the remainder of the estate, with specific items (two iron pots and an oven) designated for William after her passing. Patrick appoints Nancy and William as executors, revoking any previous wills. The will was proved in court in January 1800.
In the name of God Amen
I, Patrick Campbell of the County of Mullenberg and State of Kentucky being
weak in body but of perfect mind memory do make and ordain this my last will
and testament in the manner and form Towit; Item 1, I give and bequeth to
my son William Campbell one thousand acres of land if obtained lying in
Boone County on the waters of Licking located for me by Simon Kenton also
twelve hundred acres located in my name by Thomas Clark lying on Sandy if
obtained to him and his heirs forever also my saddle and bridal,and suit
of black clothes. I give and bequeth to my beloved wife, Nancy all the
remainder of my estate both real and person all to be disposed of by har
as sha may think, except two iron pots and an oven which after her death,
my will is shall go to my son William and his heirs forever. I nominate
and do by these presence appoint my beloved wife. Nancy and my son William
Campbell Executors of this my last will and testament. Hereby revoking and
disanulling all former and other wills by me made and ratifying and
declaring this and no other to be my last will and testament. In testimony
whereof I have hereunto set my hand affixed my seal this 28th day of August
1799
Patrick Campbell ( seal )
Rec'd in presence of C. Wing, and A, Mclean
Mullenberg County Sct.
January Term 1800
The last will and testament of Patrick Campbell, Dec'd was exhibited into
court and proved by the oaths of Charles F. Wing and Alney Mclean,
subscribing witness thereunto and ordered to be recorded.
Att. C. F. Wing Clerk
Source: Muhlenburg County Kentucky Will Book 1, pages 7-8.