Simpson v. Weatherman

Whether the widow of Silas Weatherman, deceased, is entitled to dower in his estate is the question for decision on this appeal.

Silas Weatherman died in April, 1948, while a resident of Carroll County, Arkansas. His last will and testament was duly admitted to probate and appellant, Dick Simpson, was appointed administrator with the will annexed. In his will Weatherman made this provision for his wife:

“SECOND: To my wife, Louisa Weatherman, I give the sum of Five Dollars, being in full for all interest in my estate, she and I having heretofore made former financial settlement wherein she…