The records were professionally collected and reviewed.

They did not prove every suspicion Frank had carried, but they contradicted the claim that Ruth’s ownership interest had been completely paid out on the date asserted by Sterling Consolidated.

A second document bore a signature purporting to be Ruth’s.

A handwriting specialist retained by Eleanor’s counsel identified reasons to question its authenticity, while emphasizing that more original samples were needed before reaching a firm conclusion.

Harold’s lawyers objected.