Hi Aileen Can you give the context and source please Are you absolutely sure thats what it says? Name and details may help, there may be other details to be found which may explain what it is Nivard Ovington in Cornwall (UK) On 29/04/2013 08:52, ann wrote: > > > I have found a record of a trial dated 1828 Derby assizes. > The man is given as sweep ( can reap ) > > Can anyone explain what the ' can reap' may mean please > Aileen