In Re Simmons

Before the Clerk of Superior Court appoints a guardian, he must “inform himself of the circumstances of the case . . . ,” and “commit the guardianship ... as he may think best for the interest” ... of the incompetent. G.S. 33-7. The clerk has power “on information or complaint” to remove the guardian and revoke his letters for a number of causes: “(3) Where the fiduciary . . . neglects to . . . maintain the ward ... in a manner suitable to his degree, ... (4) Where the fiduciary would be legally disqualified to be appointed administrator . . .” G.S. 33-9. In the absence of other matters of…