Wilson v. Pollard

Duckworth, Justice.

In determining whether or not thp word “administrator” in the Code, § 105-1309, embraces a “temporary administrator,” it is important to consider the legislative purpose in enacting the law. No special rights are conferred upon the administrator or executor, nor is there imposed upon such administrator or executor a single duty or responsibility to be performed in a representative capacity. The sole purpose of the legislature in using the words “administrator or executor” is to designate an agency for the prosecution of the suit thereby provided for. Manifestly there is no…