Knuckles v. Howard

Opinion op the Court by

Chief Justice Clay

Reversing.

On January 9, 1933, Jacob Howard, a resident of Bell county, died, leaving a will appointing his son, Berry Howard, his sole executor. About two years later Grant F. Knuckles and Matilda Knuckles, infants suing by their father and next friend, John B. Knuckles, and others, brought this suit against Berry Howard, executor, and others for a settlement of Jacob Howard’s estate. The cause was referred to the master commissioner of the Bell circuit court to hear proof and report on claims. Among the claims presented was a note for $1,000 signed by…