KNAPP V. ST. LOUIS TRUST CO. 98 S.W. 70 (1906) CASE BRIEF

KNAPP V. ST. LOUIS TRUST CO.

98 S.W. 70 (1906)

NATURE OF THE CASE: This was a will contest.

FACTS: This was an action to contest the validity of the will of a Mrs. Gaffey. It was claimed that the testatrix was not of sound, disposing mind, and memory and was under undue influence. The issue of an account book of a Dr. McWilliams who treated Mrs. Gaffey was brought to the court's attention. P wanted the entries to show evidence of the fact stated therein, what the Dr. had treated Mrs. Gaffey for when he visited. The Dr. was dead and the statements were against his interests. The evidence was not allowed at trial and P appealed the verdict.

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LEGAL ANALYSIS:

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