The two former failed entirely, in his view, as to the right steps for discovering the heirs to the large property in their hands, all of which had been changed from its original position; while the latter showed ill-feeling whenever Wallingford, as he continued to do, at stated intervals, filed interrogatories, and required answers as to the condition of the trust, and the prospects of finding heirs.
Ten years had elapsed since the discovery of Mr.Allen's will, and yet no heirs had presented themselves.

And now Mr.Wallingford took formal issue in the case, and demanded the property for his client, Mrs.
Montgomery, who was still living in Boston with her daughter, in a retired way.

Nearly one-half of her income had been cut off, and her circumstances were, in consequence, greatly reduced.

Her health was feeble, having steadily declined since her removal from S----.

An occasional letter passed between her and my wife; and it was in this way that I learned of her health and condition.