Rockwell v. Dow

This case presents issues as to the jurisdiction of the probate and superior courts, respectively, in the matter of testamentary trusts. It also involves the interpretation of certain provisions of the will relating to the trust, and some questions as to the methods of administration.

I. General equitable jurisdiction over trusts was conferred upon the superior courts at an early date. Parsons v. Parsons, 9 N. H. 309. The jurisdiction of probate courts over the appointment, etc., of testamentary trustees was created in 1820, Laws 1820, c. 21. It was enlarged as to power over the management of…