Parol evidence of the contents of the lost record was admissible (see this case reported in 109 N.C. 555), and upon due consideration we think that Mr. Parker's testimony, under the peculiar circumstances, was properly received. We are also of the opinion that the defendant was not prejudiced by the introduction of the proceedings for dower. Upon the whole record, we see nothing that warrants a new trial.
Affirmed. *Page 136