In Re Barlum's Estate

Thomas Barlum, a lifelong resident of Detroit, made his last will in 1916, to which he added four codicils in 1918, 1921, 1922, and 1923, respectively. He died in 1925 at the age of 86 years. He was survived by three sons and five daughters. The sons, from the time they were old enough to do so, worked for the father in his business, and later became interested with him in properties and in business. All the daughters are married. Mr. Barlum left an estate of the value of nearly one-half million dollars. The bulk of it he gave to his sons. The devises or bequests to the daughters are of…