John Elliott and Hertford were in the minority of farmers as most of the land was farmed by servile peasants. An ancient offering to St Giles hospital in Durham of a thrave of corn out of every ploughed field for the relief of pilgrims.
This was commuted to the sum of 9 shillings, payable within 15 days of the feast of St Michael.
Edited by Andy (4G)
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