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That is, supposing that the damages were levied at so large an amount—which I think is improbable, in my opinion an additional inducement in favour of this arrangemenn is that you would have freedom to fight Bell in any manner you chose—without being trammelled by so many interests as the Trustees are. You would only have to consult own interests.

You needn't tell J.R.J. this, but Smith is of opinion that first would go the income your joint share, then the principal, and then the income of J. R. H. and Biss' share before their principal was touched. page 32 He admits that the later clauses in themselves are so [unclear: contradict] that the Court would, he thinks, on consideration decide as above.

I have overhauled the old Will and find that Mrs. Eecles was in better position than at present. She had £6000 absolutely—Meadow bank except 500 acres—the town properties, and a joint interest in the Residuary, and what is more, the entail was to her children and issue, which would include Eccles' new children.

Biss did not absolutely commit himself to the foregoing propose until he sleeps over it. You had better talk it over with John in you own way, and if he is agreeable a meeting could be arranged between you all to discuss and decide the matter.