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Weems v. Frost National Bank of San Antonio
Texas Court of Appeals
301 S.W.2d 714 (1957)
- Written by John Yi, JD
Facts
Felder bequeathed to several cousins, the Weems, one half of her interest in 500 acres of mineral-rich land. The will named Frost National Bank of San Antonio as executor and stated that the cousins should “hold [the land] jointly.” The Weems argued that the word “jointly” created a joint tenancy. The trial court held that the gift created a tenancy in common.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Fraser, J.)
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