Will proved 27 Mar 1900 recorded Book W p. 151 Passaic County, New Jersey
In the name of God, Amen, I, Jacob Spear, of the City of Paterson, County of Passaic and State of New Jersey, being of sound mind, memory and understanding do make and publish this my last will and testament, in manner following:-
First It is my will and I do order that all my just debts and funeral expenses be duly paid and satisfied as soon as conveniently can be after my decease.
Second, I give bequeath and devise all the rest, residue and remainder of my estate of whatsoever kind or nature or wherever situate unto my beloved wife Eliza Ann Spear, her heirs and assigns forever.
Lastly I hereby nominate and appoint my beloved wife Eliza Ann Spear, sole executrix of this my last will and testament.
In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this First day of September A.D. Eighteen Hundred and Ninety Two
Jacob Spear
Signed, published and declared by the said Jacob Spear to be his last will and testament in the presence of us who were present at the same time and subscribed our names as witnesses in the presence of the testator and at his request.
Jacob M. Oatman 67 Broadway
Ackerman G. Oatman 67 Broadway