In re the Estate of Cooper

Joseph A. Cox, S.

The problem of construction to be resolved in this proceeding is created by the language of paragraph sixteenth of the testator’s will which reads as follows:

‘‘ sixteenths : I further give and bequeath unto mt. sinai hospital, of New York City, the following:

“ (A) The sum of eive thousand dollars ($5,000.00) for the purpose of carrying on research work in the field of cancer.

“(B) The proceeds obtained by my executors from the sale of the contents of my safe deposit box at the First National City Bank, Broadway and 58th Street, New York City, the jewelry formerly worn and…