John Coleman left his friends James Wood of Keynsham, Butcher, Robert Shaul, Cordwainer, and Edward Selfe, Salesman, both of Melksham, his property at Keynsham and all his other real estate as Trustees to lease the said premises for the benefit of his wife Elizabeth Coleman and after her death to Hester Morrish wife of William Morrish, Maltster, independent of her present or future husband absolutely free from his power or control. After the death of Hester Morrish all the rents and profits were to go to Maria Hutchings, daughter of William Morrish and Hester Morrish, and wife of Samuel Hutchings of Bristol, tape weaver, again independent of any husband. The Tenement known as Yew Tree House in the occupation of George Sladdon Esq and William Morrish occupied the woad yard, barn and adjoining premises. There were also 2 tenements or dwelling houses yard gardens and premises formerly in the several occupations of William Cremor and James Hudson. Also, a Close of pasture land called Lime Kiln Ground occupied by George Sladdon and the 2 tenements adjoining formerly in the several occupations of Amos Taviner and Samuel Rumsey. After the death of Maria Hutchings, the close of land and 2 tenements would be shared between any children of Maria Hutchings by Samuel Hutchings. Also, other bequests of money & items. He appointed James Wood, Robert Shaul and Edward Selfe as Executors of his Will.
