Precept of Clare Constat by James Stewart for infefting Andrew Murray in the half of the lands and town of Wester Duddingston, 21st February 1553

Precept of Clare Constat by James [Stewart], commendator of Kelso, directed to John Ramsay of Corstoun, as bailie, for infefting Andrew Murray as heir of his father, the late David Murray of Balvaird, knight, in the half of the lands and town of Wester Duddingston, within the sheriffdom of Edinburgh, held of the granter in chief; granting also to the said Andrew the non-entry duties. Edinburgh, 21st February 1552-3. Michael Balfour, younger, laird of Monquhany, John Schaw, Mr. Walter Balfour, and Mr. John Huttoun, witnesses. Signed, 'James,. Commendator of Kelso et Melros.'