This phrase when used in English conveyancing with reference to settlements of land signifies all such children as are not entitled to the rights of an eldest son. It therefore includes daughters even those who are older than the eldest son. … [Read more...]
YOUNG ANIMALS
It is a rule that the young of domestic or tame animals belong to the owner of the dam or mother … [Read more...]
YORKSHIRE REGISTRIES
The registries of titles to land provided by acts of parliament for the ridings of the county of York in England These resemble the offices for the registration or recording of deeds commonly established In the several counties of the states. … [Read more...]
YORK, STATUTE OF
An important English statute passed at the city of York, in the twelfth year of Edward II., containing provisions on the subject of attorneys, witnesses, the taking of inquests by nisi prius, etc. 2 Reeve, Eng. Law, 200-302. … [Read more...]
YORK, CUSTOM OF
A custom of the province of York in England, by which the effects of an Intestate, after payment of his debts, are in general divided according to the ancient universal doctrine of the pars ra-tionabilis; that is, one-third each to the widow, children, and administrator. 2 Bl. Comm. 518. … [Read more...]