§ 31-41. Will relates to death of testator.
§31‑41. Will relates to death of testator.
Every will shall be construed,with reference to the real and personal estate comprised therein, to speak andtake effect as if it had been executed immediately before the death of thetestator, unless a contrary intention shall appear by the will. (1844,c. 88, s. 3; R.C., c. 119, s. 16; Code, s. 2141; Rev., s. 3141; C.S., s. 4165.)