Bank of Columbia v. Walker

Wilson, Sp. J.,

delivered the opinion of the court.

The facts in these causes are brief and undisputed, and the acumen and learning of counsel have singled out the vital question in the contest, and directed, in argument, our consideration to it.

John A. Walker and his wife, Martha L., were married in Greene county, Alabama, the place of their residence, in April, 1851. They continued to live in that- State until 1869, when they moved to Columbia, Maury county, Tennessee, where they have since resided.

Under the will of her father, Charles W. Barry, Mrs. Walker was entitled for life, with…