Rowden lane, Parish of Hampsthwaite

To Thomas Simpson, son of William Simpson the Elder of Rowden Lane, £10.

To Samuel Simpson, the youngest son of William, £10.

To Sarah Simpson, daughter of William, £10. Also six pewter plates and all my linen.

To Anne Simpson, wife of William, all my woollen and linen clothes.

To Grace Simpson, £5 to be kept by her grandfather William until she reaches 21 or marries. Should she die before inheriting, then the same to her sister Anne Simpson. Should she also die before inheriting, then the same to her brother William Simpson.

Residue of my goods and chattels to William Simpson the younger of Killinghall whom I appoint Executor

Witnesses : Samuel Walker, Margaret Field

Probate : 13th December 1738