Does anyone know what the custom or laws were pertaining to 17th century family law? If a man died with sons, would his wife be what we would today call an executor if the sons were of legal age? Or would she be an executor if they were minors. (the term is that she "...in name and behalf of...") Another question concerns the purpose of Commissary Court records. Who would have them and who wouldn't. I'm having a hard time articulating what I mean and hope someone can educate me on this matter. Thanks. Janet Edgar Taylor