In re the Estate of Schriever
New York Surrogate's Court
Proceeding for construction of a will.
1Opinion of the Court
McCauley, S.
This proceeding was brought in accordance with the provisions of section 2615 of the Code of Civil Procedure to obtain a judicial determination as to the validity, construction and effect of certain clauses of the last will and testament of John H. Schriever, deceased, which was admitted to probate by this court February 24, 1910. The will bears date and was executed May 23, 1899.
The testator died January 20, 1910, leaving an estate, consisting of real and personal property, valued at $39,000. His wife, Katherine, survived him, and she is still living and unmarried. He left two…
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- Pond v. BerghNew York Court of Chancery · 1843
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