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§58-311.


§58-311.
   
   Upon the death of either husband or wife, the survivor may continue to
   possess and occupy the whole homestead, which shall not in any event
   be subject to administration proceedings, except as in this title
   provided, until it is otherwise disposed of according to law; and upon
   the death of both husband and wife the children may continue to
   possess and occupy the whole homestead until the youngest child
   becomes of age. The title to the land set apart for the homestead
   property shall pass, subject to the right of homestead, the same as
   other property of the decedent and shall be included in the decree of
   distribution. And in addition thereto, the following property must be
   immediately delivered by the executor or administrator to such
   surviving wife or husband, and child or children, and is not to be
   deemed assets, namely:
   
   1. All family pictures.
   
   2. A pew or other sitting in any house of worship.
   
   3. A lot or lots in any burial ground.
   
   4. The family Bible and all school books used by the family, and all
   other books used as part of the family library, not exceeding in value
   of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00).
   
   5. All wearing apparel and clothing of the decedent and his family.
   
   6. The provisions for the family necessary for one (1) year's supply,
   either provided or growing, or both; and fuel necessary for one (1)
   year.
   
   7. All household and kitchen furniture, including stoves, beds,
   bedsteads and bedding.
   
   No such property shall be liable for any prior debts or claims
   whatever.
   

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