Marriage settlement of Charles Bolton and Louisa Dare, 1864-1901
Scope and Contents
An envelope containing a marriage settlement agreed between Charles James Bolton of Hong Kong, master mariner, commander of the S.S. 'Reiver'; Louisa Caroline Dare of Singapore, spinster; and William Keswick and Edward Whittall, whereby, in light of the intended marriage between Bolton and Dare, Bolton assigns his leases, stocks and shares, and various other interests to Keswick and Whittall in trust, 22 February 1864. On the back of the document is an indenture between Bolton and Keswick, whereby Bolton releases Keswick and Whittall, deceased, from the responsibilities assigned by the previous indenture and indemnifies them against all claims and demands arising with regard to that agreement, 5 December 1901.
Dates
- Creation: 1864-1901
Creator
- From the Fonds: Jardine, Matheson and Co. Ltd (Organization)
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Extent
1 item(s) (1 item)
Language of Materials
English
Subject
- Keswick, William, 1834-1912 (merchant) (Person)
- Whittall, James, 1827-1893 (merchant) (Person)
Repository Details
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