In Re Estate of Nicholson

It is difficult to state concisely and clearly the issues and facts in this involved record in which the pleadings, matters filed, and orders recorded, fill approximately ninety pages of the abstracts. In addition, the bulky files in the estate were considered by the court, and have been certified to us.

Mary Ann Nicholson of Des Moines died testate on January 4, 1933, at the age of ninety-four. Her estate consisted chiefly of her home, and a business property, both in Des Moines. By her Will, executed April 20, 1929, she gave her home to her eldest daughter, Harriett Wilkes, together with a…