traditionary evidence

traditionary evidence
n. Statements of fact based on longstanding tradition and reputation derived from a deceased person. It may be used to prove ancient boundaries, ancestry, or similar facts, especially when there are no living witnesses to testify to something.

Webster's New World Law Dictionary. . 2000.

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