In re Proving the Last Will & Testament of Truelsen

Schulz, S.

The proceeding was to probate the alleged lost will of the decedent. I am satisfied that the witnesses who testified were truthful, and the provisions of the document, as also the fact that it was in existence at the time of the testator's death, have been clearly and distinctly proved by two credible witnesses and other evidence, and hence it might be admitted as Ms last will and testament if its execution was established. (Surrogate’s Court Act, § 143.)

I am convinced that the decedent subscribed the document and that the witnesses signed the same at the end thereof. The instrument…