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High Chimneys estate, Rowington, Warwickshire
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Original will of William Ives of Rowington, esquire, bequeathing money to his daughter, Anne, and her intended husband, William Shakespeare of Knowle Hall; and also his capital messuage called Rowington Hall, to be held by William Shakespeare for life with remainder to Anne, his intended wife, and their lawful issue. The residue of his copyhold and freehold estates in Rowington, Hatton, Shrewley and elsewhere he bequeaths to his daughters, Anne and Katherine, share and share alike.