Renunciations are papers filed in the Orphans' Court by executors of an estate who do not wish to administer that estate. They show the name of the decedent, the decedent's place of residence, the name of the person renouncing administration, the name of the replacement administrator to be appointed, and date. The relationship between the decedent, the executor, and the administrator is usually shown. Arranged chronologically and then alphabetically within each year.
System of Arrangement
Arranged chronologically and then alphabetically within each year.
Group of people around a desk. Identified, left to right, are: Arthur Morris, Bruce Ryder, Elaine Ewing Holden, and Richard von Hess. Louise Steinman von Hess is seated, signing a document.
Bruce Ryder in the desert in what appears to be Egypt. Walking between 2 unidentified men, one in traditional Egyptian garb and the other may also be a tourist. (picture # BR-03-01-60 appers to be taken at the same time and has the notation "Luxor, Oct 18/62" on the back of it.)
