The essence of such customs in Ulster was first, a fair rent to be fixed not by competition, but by valuation, and exclusive of tenant’s improvements; second, the right of the tenant to transfer to somebody else his goodwill, or whatever else we may call his right of occupancy in the holding.
Morley outlines key elements of Ulster's agrarian customs, emphasizing fair rent and tenant rights.
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