John Alleyne of the Parish of St. Peter's Barbados. To be "buried in a prudent frugal
manner." Gives his wife Mary Alleyne her riding horse and saddle, gold watch and chain,
diamond rings, locket and jewels etc. besides slaves; and her accommodation in his
mansion house. Gives executors power to buy and sell sugar, slaves, etc. To son Thomas
Alleyne at 21 years 1,800 pounds also negroes. To daughter Judith Alleyne at 18 years
1,200 pounds, also negroes. His children to be maintained and educated. Residue of estate
to son Peers Alleyne. Executors and guardians of minor children. Honourable Henry Peers,
Abel Alleyne Esq. my father-in-law. Reynold Alleyne esq., my brother, until son Peers
Alleyne is of age. Signed John Alleyne.
Proved 14 Jan 1737/8 (Barbados Records Vol. 27. p. 371)