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The original Dutch "Wel-Edl. Geboore" (Wel-Edelgeboren) is a title of nobility. "Mr." (Meester) indicates the recipient held a Master of Laws degree.
original: "Scheepen" — a municipal official in the Netherlands who performed both legislative and judicial functions, similar to a magistrate.
original: "Meester Knaap" — a specific administrative title within the forestry and hunting hierarchy, often serving as an assistant or deputy to the High Wood-ward.
original: "Houtvesterye en Jagt-Gerigte" — the governing body responsible for managing forest resources and enforcing hunting laws and privileges.
Gooyland refers to the region now known as "Het Gooi," an area southeast of Amsterdam known for its forests and hunting grounds.