Succession of Williams

J. H. Williams died, intestate, on January 19, 1925, leaving five major children, the issue of his first marriage, and a widow and four minor children, the issue of his second marriage. He also left a large estate consisting of both separate and community property.

The widow qualified as natural tutrix of her minor children, with the exception of one who, about that time, was fully emancipated. The widow also made application for the administration of the succession of her husband. Her application was opposed by the children of the first marriage. It was, however, finally agreed that the widow…