The questions raised in this proceeding for a construction of the will are disposed of as follows:
(1) In this unusual will knowledge of the facts and circumstances surrounding its execution was essential to the ascertainment of the true intention of the testator. Accordingly the court holds that extrinsic evidence was admissible. (Matter of Smith, 254 N.Y. 283; Matter of Hertzig...
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