Legal Opinion
In re the Estate of Vosburgh
New York Surrogate's Court
Decided November 14, 1931Published
1Opinion of the Court
O’Brien, S.
This is an application for the construction of the will of the above-named testatrix brought on pursuant to the provisions of section 145 of the Surrogate’s Court Act. The testatrix by the first and only dispositive paragraph of her will disposed of her property as follows:
“ First. After all my lawful debts are paid, I give to my husband, Abram Vosburgh, all the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, whether real or personal, absolute and forever.
“ In case of Abram Vosburgh marrying again, I want it divided equally between him and my children, John C., Charles P. and Jennie M.…
2Cases cited4 opinions
- Norris v. . BeyeaNew York Court of Appeals · 1855
- Grout v. TownsendNew York Supreme Court · 1845
- In re the Estate of JohnsonNew York Surrogate's Court · 1929
- In re Probate of the Last Will & Testament of MillerAppellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York · 1896