In Re McGraw's Estate

This controversy involves the validity of the last will of Howard A. McGraw, deceased. Howard A. McGraw was married to proponent, Mary Heath McGraw, November 15, 1912. On June 27, 1918, he executed the will in question, making his wife sole legatee. In August, 1920, his wife filed a bill in the courts at Providence, Rhode Island, praying for a decree of divorce from him. A copy of the bill was served upon Howard A. McGraw in Michigan. He made no defense. On March 30, 1921, a decree of absolute divorce was entered. In June, 1923, Howard A. McGraw died, leaving an estate of approximately…