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included real property interests in Chico, California, and stock
in Yuba Plaza, Inc., a corporation formed to develop a regional
shopping center. At the time of his death, Babu's estate
consisted of farmland and a rental dwelling in Imperial County
and his remaining stock in Yuba Plaza, Inc. In his will, Babu
left one-half of his estate to decedent's son Aslam and one-sixth
each to Chrag, Mohammed Ali, and Hushmat Bebe, all of whom were
citizens of Pakistan. Aslam was the executor of Babu's estate.
Aslam was the only family member in the United States and
continued to operate the family business in partnership with an
unrelated individual.
In 1969, Aslam received a bachelor's degree in agriculture
from Chico State University and became a full-time trainee under
Fazal. The relationship between Aslam and Fazal eventually
deteriorated. Aslam stopped working with Fazal and enrolled at
Chico State University to study for a master's degree in
agriculture.
In April of 1971, decedent came to the United States for the
first time on a temporary visitor visa. At that time, decedent
was 61 years of age. Decedent's wife, son Ashiq, and two
daughters remained in Pakistan. Decedent lived with his son
Aslam and Aslam's family while in the United States. Late in
1971, Aslam developed severe health problems, and he lost most of
his eyesight. Although decedent's temporary visa allowed him to
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