Lintonia Building & Loan Ass'n v. McRaven

Upon an issue made up between the executrix, the legatees of J. W. McRaven, and certain creditors, this case was submitted to the chancery court for a construction of his will. The will was executed on January 26, 1931, and the testator died October 1,1931. The will presented for construction is in the following language:

“State of Mississippi, County of Yazoo.

“I, J. W. McRaven, Yazoo City, Mississippi hereby make and declare this to be my last will and testament.

“I give and bequeath my whole estate, both personal and real as follows: In consideration of the services rendered in keeping house…