Martin v. Palmer

Opinion of the Court by

Chief Justice Hurt

Reversing.

John Palmer, the testator, died in January, 1920, leaving a last will and testament, which, was duly probated after his death. The will is as follows, viz.:

VI, John Palmer, considering the uncertainty of this life, and being of sound mind and memory, do make and publish this, my last will and testament, in the manner and form following:

“First. I give, device and bequeath to my beloved wife, Margaret M. Palmer, in trust for our granddaughter, and adopted daughter, Margaret Irene Martin, my house and lot, all furniture, pictures, souvenirs,…