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'''Administration, Letters of Administration, or Admon.''' These names refer to a document appointing someone to supervise the estate’s distribution for someone who died intestate (without a valid will). This document gives very little information but may contain some useful clues, such as the name of the administrator, who was usually a relative of the deceased.<br> | '''Administration, Letters of Administration, or Admon.''' These names refer to a document appointing someone to supervise the estate’s distribution for someone who died intestate (without a valid will). This document gives very little information but may contain some useful clues, such as the name of the administrator, who was usually a relative of the deceased.<br> | ||
'''Admon with Will.''' This record grants administration to someone else when the executor named in the will is deceased, unwilling, or unable to act as executor. A copy of the will is attached | '''Admon with Will.''' This record grants administration to someone else when the executor named in the will is deceased, unwilling, or unable to act as executor. A copy of the will is attached. | ||
'''Inventory.''' An inventory lists belongings and their values, including such items as household goods, tools, and personal items. Occupations are often mentioned.<br> | '''Inventory.''' An inventory lists belongings and their values, including such items as household goods, tools, and personal items. Occupations are often mentioned.<br> | ||