McLaren Gold Mines Co. v. Morton

On Petition for Rehearing

MR. CHIEF JUSTICE ADAIR:

Inasmuch as the words “dispose of” are twice used in the power of attorney in the same sentence and in the same connection, — first following the word “sell” and preceding the word “lease,” and next following the words “sell, mortgage, lease,” it is evident that the words “dispose of” and the words “sell” and “lease” are not synonymous, and the only conclusion therefrom is that the words “dispose of” must be interpreted in a broader sense. Compare In re Sattes’ Estate, 59 Mont. 220, 222, 195 Pac. 1033.

The word “dispose” has a larger meaning…