Patch v. Patch-Smith

This case involves the construction of the will of James E. Patch, which was duly admitted to probate in the county court of Arapahoe county. The four disposing paragraphs read as follows:

“First, It is my wish that all my just debts be paid in full.

“Second, I give and bequeath to my wife Augusta Patch all of my property, real and personal, wherever located, and at her death all of the said property, remaining in her possession, real and personal is to be divided equally between our two children, viz: Mrs. Jennie M. Uhlman and Marie A. Patch-Smith. If either of the said children are deceased…