Laible v. Ferry

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Dixon, J.

John Laible died in August, .1862, leaving a will dated February 4th, 1862, containing the following provisions, viz.:

“ Second.—I give and bequeath unto my beloved wife, Johanna, the use, improvement and income of all my real estate, houses and lots, to have and to hold the same to her for and during her natural life, provided she remains a widow and unmarried.

“Third.—I give and bequeath unto my said wife, Johanna, also, all my personal property, household and furniture and clothing, to have and to hold the same to her, her heirs and assigns…