This section of the book is from the "Canadian Banking Practice" book, by John T. P. Knight.
Question 362.— John Billings opens a savings bank account in the name of " John Billings and Mary Billings or either." John Billings dies. Is the bank justified in paying the amount to the executors of John Billings, or must it only pay on a cheque of Mary Billings? Should Mary Billings be the executrix, would it make any difference ?
Answer.—The executors have no control. See the reply to Question 356..
 
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