Seymour v. Johnson

This case came on to be heard upon the record and briefs and oral argument of counsel;

And it appearing that this is an action for alleged wrongful death occurring in Kentucky, instituted by executors alleged to reside in New York and Ohio, respectively, against a citizen of Kentucky ;

And it appearing that under Kentucky law a foreign executor is not permitted to maintain such an action, Louisville & Nashville Railroad Co. v. Brantley’s Adm’r, 96 Ky. 297, 28 S.W. 477; Vassill’s Adm’r v. Scarsella, 292 Ky. 153, 166 S.W.2d 64;

And it appearing that after the statutory period for commencing the…