A mortuary, or customary gift due ministers, in many parishes of England, on the death of parishioners. It was originaHy voluntary and intended as amends for ecclesiastical dues neglected to be paid bi the lifetime. 2 Bl. Comm. 425.
A mortuary, or customary gift due ministers, in many parishes of England, on the death of parishioners. It was originaHy voluntary and intended as amends for ecclesiastical dues neglected to be paid bi the lifetime. 2 Bl. Comm. 425.