I have a copy of a deed for land in Benezette Twp that belonged to my husband's grandfather, John A. Carter. It indicates that John had 25 acres, more or less, the same being part of the George English farm and willed to John by a will dated Feb 27, 1878. My question is this. We know of no family connection to the English family so wonder why he would be willing land to John. This occurs again a few later when John is willed more land by George's son William. Is there another meaning/use of the word willed that I'm not aware of? Or was it a practice perhaps to will folks land when you owed them money? Any thoughts? Thanks. Beverly Carter ad_carter@msn.com