18-4-20. Facts to be established for proof by handwriting.
The evidence taken under §18-4-19 must satisfactorily prove to the officer the following facts:
(1)The existence of one or more of the conditions mentioned therein;
(2)That the witness testifying knew the person whose name purports to be subscribed to the instrument as a party and is well acquainted with his signature and that it is genuine;
(3)That the witness testifying personally knew the person who subscribed the instrument as a witness and is well acquainted with his signature and that it is genuine; and
(4)The place of residence of the witness.
Source: CivC 1877, §664; CL 1887, §3286; RCivC 1903, §979; RC 1919, §585; SDC 1939, §51.1613.