George May Jefferson Co. TN  Will Book 2 pg.426

April  1826- This day George May states that he is week in body but sound in mind and desires to have his will rote. My will is that Rachel my beloved wife keeps all the property and lands in her hands till the youngest child comes of age and then for each one to share an equal part. My will also is if Rachel my beloved wife dyes before the youngest  child comes of age that my land and other property be cept for  their support till they all come of age and if anything remains for all to shear a equal part.
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                         George May,his mark
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  Josiah Denton

The noncupative will of George May deceased,was presented in open court and satisfactory proof being made to the court touching the execution of said will. It is ordered by court that it will be admited to record and thereupon came Rachel May in open court and obtained leave to  administer on all and singular the goods and chattles rights and credits of George May deceased.With the will of the said George May deceased annexed who entered into bond with security for the faithful discharge of her duty therein and was qualified.

                                                                                                                                       Joseph Hamilton Ck.