In re Phillips
Michigan Supreme Court
Error to Houghton; Streeter, J. Petition by Arthur Phillips for the appointment of a guardian of the person and estate of Gertrude C. Phillips, an alleged insane person. The petition was granted in probate court, and respondent appealed to the circuit court. A judgment for petitioner is reviewed by respondent on writ of error.
1Opinion of the CourtAlvay, J.
An application was made to the probate court of Houghton county for the appointment of a guardian of the person and property of Gertrude C. *157Phillips, upon the ground that she was mentally incompetent, by reason of insanity, to have charge, custody, and management of her person and property. The petitioner was a son and a prospective heir at law. It was alleged that the estate was of considerable amount. A hearing was had, the prayer of the petitioner granted, and the guardian of the person and estate appointed. A review of the action of the probate court was sought by writ of certiorari to…
2Cases cited4 opinions
- Gillett v. NeedhamMichigan Supreme Court · 1877
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- Birch v. FishesMichigan Supreme Court · 1883
- In re PhillipsMichigan Supreme Court · 1908
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