Rhodes v. Kebke

The question for our consideration and determination involves the construction of the will of Herman Rhodes, deceased. The said Herman Rhodes was a successful business man in Memphis, and about five years before his death he executed a will in which he divided his property amongst his widow, heirs, and next of kin. His widow, Mary B. Rhodes, was named as executrix, of the will. After making a number of bequests to several of his brothers, sisters, and nephews, he made the following bequest to his sister Ruby Rhodes Kebke, being Item 9' of the will, as follows:

“To my sister, Mrs. Ruby Rhodes…