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RECTOR, ETC., ST. MARK'S CHURCH v. BANKERS TRUST CO.

197 Misc. 32 (1949)

The Rector, Church Wardens and Vestrymen of St. Mark's Church in the Village of Westhampton Beach, Plaintiffs, v. Bankers Trust Company, as Executor of William C. Atwater, Jr., Deceased, Defendant.

Supreme Court, Special Term, Suffolk County.

December 19, 1949.

Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

John A. O'Keeffe for plaintiffs.

White & Case for defendant.

STODDART, J.

Action to recover on a pledge. The evidence shows that William C. Atwater, deceased, was very much interested in St. Mark's Episcopal Church in the village of Westhampton Beach, Long Island. He was a very wealthy man and for several years prior to 1948, he had made substantial gifts to that church. His numerous personal gifts exceeded $59,000. Together with other members of his family, he made additional...

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