Clark v. Leavitt

Charles A. Clark executed his will on May 22, 1900. He was then suffering from an incurable disease, of which he died on January 17, 1901. At the time he executed his will his mother was living. He had ten brothers and sisters, who survived him. His daughter and only child became seventeen years of age January 22, 1901. His will was admitted to probate and its provisions were as follows:

“1st. It is my will that all my just debts and funeral expenses be paid.

“2nd. I give and bequeath to Elder A. J. Nance one hundred dollars to be paid in cash out of the cash now on hand.

“3rd. I give and…