In re the Probate of the Will of Ferris

Delehanty, S.

Heretofore a notice of examination of two named individuals was served in this contested probate proceeding. The persons designated to attend on the examination are the subscribing witnesses to the will. They were heretofore examined under section 141 of the Surrogate’s Court Act. Such examinations, under the practice of the court, have heretofore been limited strictly to the circumstances attending the preparation of the propounded instrument, its custody and its execution. The notice for examination seeks investigation of matters which may be pertinent on the trial of the…