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Despite applicant's negligence in prioritizing business over court obligations, for the sake of justice and considering the circumstances, extension of time is granted.
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Procedures for appointment of administratrix were followed; allegations of fraud and improper appointment are baseless. Both appellant and respondent, as co-administrators, share responsibility for inventory and distribution. Pending litigation does not excuse non-compliance. Appellant is entitled to a share of the estate, but other grounds lack merit.
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The appeal was dismissed because the evidence showed that multiple suits initiated by the appellant hindered the respondent's ability to administer and distribute the estate. There was no sufficient proof of misconduct or grounds justifying revocation of the administrator. The trial court's findings were justified and there was no basis to overturn its decision.
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The High Court declined to revoke an administrator’s appointment, finding no proven fraud or willful default. Delay in filing inventory was excused by pending litigation.
High Court appeal over revocation of an administratrix appointment and estate administration was dismissed. The court held no statutory ground for revocation was proven.
Respondents failed to file inventory and statement of accounts within statutory period and without seeking extension, constituting clear violation of statutory duties and court orders, warranting revocation of their appointment as administrators.
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Sufficient causes for delay were shown in the applicant's affidavit, including verification requirements, institutional demands, and logistical challenges, warranting extension of time.
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High Court refused to revoke administrators’ letters in a probate dispute, finding the inventory delays and objections explainable and no sufficient proof of misappropriation.
The High Court extended time for filing an estate inventory, finding that retained estate documents had hindered the administrators’ compliance with earlier orders.
The High Court dismissed a family probate appeal, holding that the inventory and accounts were filed and the probate cause was properly closed.
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