Will of Edward Russell
from Newfoundland will books volume 9 page 36 probate year 1909

In re
      Edward Russell          deceased.

      This is the last will and Testament of me Edward Russell of Bay Roberts in the Electoral District of Harbor Grace, Newfoundland, Fisherman. I give, devise, and bequeath all the real and personal estate and money of which I shall be possessed or entitled at the time of my decease unto my wife Catherine Russel absolutely. And I appoint my said wife, Sole executrix of this my will and revoke all previous wills by me at any time heretofore made    In witness whereof, I hereunto set my hand this Thirteenth day of August in the year of Our Lord one Thousand Eight Hundred and Eighty seven. Edward Russell     Signed by the said Edward Russell, the testator; in our presence, who in his presence and in the presence of each other at the same time subscribe our names as witnesses. Samuel Snowden, Bay Roberts in the Electoral District of Harbor Grace, Newfoundland (Methodist Minister) W. C. Earle Bay Roberts accountant.

Certified correct,
D. M. Browning
Registrar

(Listed in the margin next to this will the following)
Fiat
Oct. 13
Emerson J.
Probate
Nov 13/09
granted
to Catherine
Russell
Estate
sworn at
$1450.00