Magrath v. Magrath

The opinion of the Court was delivered by

Mr. Justice Fishburne.

William J. Magrath, a resident of Charleston County, died on May 8, 1902, leaving of force his will, which was thereafter admitted to probate in the Probate Court for Charleston County. Surviving him as his next of kin were his widow, Selina E. Magrath, and their two daughters, Maria Gordon Magrath and Emily Magrath, petitioners in this proceeding.

This appeal involves the construction of the will of William J. Magrath with reference to the remainder in his estate, and the present disposition of the remaining assets of his estate.

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