In re the Estate of Beckmann

Wingate, S.

Whereas the instant will was executed in 1921, its direction which is the subject of present controversy would seem indicative of the possession by the testator of prophetic vision in forseeing the vicissitudes which have followed the financial debacle of 1929. The questioned provision reads:

“ Fifth. All the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, both real and personal, of which I may die seized or possessed, I give, devise and bequeath to my executors hereinafter named, or any successors that may be appointed, to take possession of and I hereby order and direct such executors,…