Carlton v. Wolf

TONGTJE, J.,

pro tempore.

This is a proceeding to contest the will of Sophia Weir, a resident of Coos County. The mental capacity of the Testator is conceded, but it is contended that the will was the result of the undue influence of the sole beneficiary, Wayne Clawson, alias Bill Wolf. As in most will contest cases, the facts are of extreme importance.

The Facts.

A previous will was executed by Mrs. Weir on December 28, 1971, naming one of her two daughters, Louise Carlton, as her sole beneficiary. At that time Mrs. Weir and a hired man lived on her farm. In May 1972, Wayne Clawson became…