Linenthal v. Birmingham Trust & Savings Co.

Sibley P. King died on January 10, 1940, leaving a last will and testament. He was a resident of Birmingham at the time of his death.

Under the first item of his will, provision was made for payment of charges and special bequests to certain named charities, churches and institutions. Special bequests to named relatives were provided in the second item.

In the third, fourth and fifth items of the will, the testator attempted to dispose of the residue of his estate remaining after payment of charges and the special bequests mentioned in the first and second items.

One of the residuary legatees is…