White v. Fowler

FOSTER, Justice.

The controversy in this case is controlled by a proper construction of the will of Burrel B. McElvin, which is in the following terms:

“Item 1st. After all my just debts are paid, I will and bequeath to my three single daughters, viz: Emily, Lara and Therresee McElvin all my real and personal property, to have and to hold during their single state of life for their natural support and benefit.

“Item 2. I also will that at my decease that my daughter Emily shall enter upon and take full possession and control over all my estate and effects both real and personal and manage the…