State v. Pell

Gabriel Ryerson, prior to his death on September 21,1951, had drawn old age assistance, totaling $2,575, from the State. This assistance began in November, 1947. After his death, certain common stocks found in his cash box were sold, the proceeds of which, together with other liquid assets, amounted to $3,996.39. After bills for funeral expenses and other preferred claims in the amount of $904.46 had been paid there remained a balance of $3,091.93 for the payment of all other claims and the expenses of administration.

The State of Michigan, through its department of social welfare, was allowed…