In re the Estate of Smith

Evans, S.

This is a proceeding for a judicial settlement. Objections to the account of the executrix have been filed by certain legatees. It is sought to surcharge the account for loss by theft of certain bonds, also for unusual legal service and expense incurred in the recovery of some of the bonds.

The executrix is a married woman fifty-nine years of age. When a child she attended a school that was taught by the testatrix. The friendship thus originated lasted until the death of the testatrix on October 15, 1931. Her last will and testament was admitted to probate on January 29, 1932. Mrs".…