# 91 Power of appointment executed by general bequest
Unless a contrary intention appears by the will, a bequest of the estate of the testator shall be construed to include any property which he may have -power to appoint by will to any object he may think proper, and shall operate as an execution of such power; and a bequest of property described in a general manner shall be construed to include any property to which such description may extend, which he may have power to appoint by will to any object he may think proper, and shall operate as an execution of such power.
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CHAPTER VI.--Of the construction of Wills
87
Testator’s intention to be effectuated as far as possible88
The last of two inconsistent clauses prevails89
Will or bequest void for uncertainty90
Words describing subject refer to property answering description at testator’s death92
Implied gift to objects of power in default of appointment93
Bequest to “heirs,” etc., of particular person without qualifying terms94
Bequest to “representatives”, etc., of particular person
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