Such goods and chattels as, contrary to the nature of chattels, shall go by special custom to the heir along with the Inheritance, and not to the executor. The termination "loom" (Sax.) signifies a limb or member ; so that an heirloom is nothing else but a limb or member of the inheritance. They are generally such things as cannot be taken away without damaging or dismembering … [Read more...] about HEIRLOOMS
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HENFARE
A fine for flight on account of murder. Domesday Book. … [Read more...] about HENFARE
HERBERY, OR HERBURY
An inn. Cowell. … [Read more...] about HERBERY, OR HERBURY
HEIRS
A word used in deeds of conveyance, (either solely, or in connection with others,) where it is intended to pass a fee. … [Read more...] about HEIRS
HENGHEN
In Saxon law. A prison, a gaol, or house of correction. … [Read more...] about HENGHEN