Re Bell (deceased) Bell v Bell and Others - [1964] NZLR 912

Evidence — Admissibility — Proceedings for interpretation of will — Whether evidence as to assets of testator at date of will admissible.

Wills — Construction — Testator possessing special power of appointment — Whether such power exercised by his will — Effect of use of word "appoint" — Effect of gift in excess of power — Duty of Court to look at surrounding circumstances — Whether evidence as to assets of testator at date of will admissible.