In re Estate of Couts
California Supreme Court
Appeal from an order of the Superior Court of San Diego County granting a nonsuit. The facts are stated in the opinion of the court.
1Opinion of the CourtPaterson, J.
On May 29, 1889, the executrix filed an account of lier administration of the estate from January 29, 1887, to February 1, 1889, which set forth, among other items of the same nature, a claim of $1,240.57 against the executrix by Cave J. Gouts, for services, money paid out, etc., “the validity of which charges against said estate” she asked the court to determine on the settlement of the account. After due notice, a hearing was had, and the account was settled. With respect to the item referred to, the court found that it was a legal charge against the estate, and authorized the executrix to…
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