Veitch v. Ericksen

—This appeal is taken from the decree of distribution in the estate of Mainert Nielsen, deceased, distributing one-half of the estate to appellants, children of Nielsen’s predeceased spouse, Sarah, and one-half to respondents, sisters and nephews of Nielsen.

Appellants’ opening brief is on file. Respondents have failed to file a reply brief within the time prescribed by the Rules on Appeal, and, pursuant to rule 17(b) of these rules the case has been submitted. (Zeigler v. Bonnell, 52 Cal. App.2d 217 [126 P.2d 118]; Ramacciotti v. Galiano, 59 Cal. App.2d 8 [137 P.2d 722].)

Appellants contend…