12 Ky. Op. 161 | Ky. Ct. App. | 1883
Opinion by
The only question presented on this appeal is the construction of a will, all other matters before the court below being expressly reserved for further consideration.
The testator gave to his several children both real and personal property absolutely and in equal proportions, but in reference to the portion given appellant the concluding clause of the will is as follows:
“The portion of my estate heretofore given and herein devised to my daughter, Virginia K. Blakely, including what she may be entitled to and receive in money upon the final division and distribution of my estate, is to be held her separate estate for her sole separate use and benefit, free from the control of her husband, James D. Blakely, or any liability for his debts, and at the death of said Virginia K. Blakely all of said property is to go to and belong to the heirs of her body.”
The court below adjudged that Mrs. Blakely took a life estate for her separate use in the property devised, with remainder in fee to
Judgment affirmed.
