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Marriage contract
Marriage contract between Marie-Jeanne Besnard and Pierre Gatien dit Tourangeau
Date
1680
Dimensions1 textual record ; 36.3 x 23.5 cm
Origin
Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, Canada, North America
Object NumberS001/C1.5,3.2
DivisionArchives - Textual Archives
CollectionStewart
Scope and ContentMarriage contract between Marie-Jeanne Besnard and Pierre Gatien, called Tourangeau, drawn up in Cap-de-la-Madeleine. The consent of their family and friends is noted, as well as the promise to pay the parish priest. The provisions specified, promises made and rights stated are declared applicable both in France and New France. The marriage is to take place in Quebec City. Signed before the notary Jean Cusson (?-1718).NotesSource of title: based on the nature of the document.
Signatures and inscriptions: signed by the witnesses, the two parties and the notary.
Physical description: 5 pages.
Restoration/Conservation: the document has been restored.
Language of the document: the document is in French.
General notes: transcription available.
Signatures and inscriptions: signed by the witnesses, the two parties and the notary.
Physical description: 5 pages.
Restoration/Conservation: the document has been restored.
Language of the document: the document is in French.
General notes: transcription available.
Status
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