It finally came out,
that an offer to purchase had been made by the firm of Floyd,
Lawson, Lee, & Co., with a view to the erection of extensive mills,
and that the executors were going to ask the Court for power to
sell, as a handsome sum could now be obtained. It further came out,
that in case this power was granted, Mr. Dewey was to reside in
S----, to superintend the erection of these mills, and afterwards to
join Squire Floyd in the management of both establishments--a
consolidation of interests between the mercantile and manufacturing
branches being about to take place. The old mansion was to undergo a
thorough revision, and become the domicile of the resident partner.
With these plans in view, the executors insisted upon the removal of
Mrs. Montgomery; and notice as to time was given, which included
three months. Formal application was made to the Court having power
in the case, for authority to sell and re-invest. The reasons for so
doing were set forth in detail, and involved plausible arguments in
favor of the heirs whenever they should be found.
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