| Description | Deed of copartnership between Thomas Pearson of Brockmoor, parish of Kingswinford, Staffs., coalmaster, John Pearson of the same, coalmaster, William Pearson of the same, coalmaster, and all of them as executors of Joseph Pearson late of the same, coalmaster, deceased; recites lease of coals under land at Holly Hall (part of Harts Hill Farm) from the Earl of Dudley's trustees to the 4 Pearsons, from 30 Sept. 1837 for 12 years, and will and death of Joseph; agreement to continue the partnership, under the style of Joseph Pearson and Sons, for the residue of the term of the lease; partnership interest divided into four parts; William to manage sales and accounts at a salary of £1 per week, the others the underground workings at no salary; interest of a deceased partner passes to his representatives. |