Thus at every point are we brought back to the single rule of law and the evidence under it,--the rule being that there must be an intent to remain, and the evidence being open to the judgment of the tribunal before which the question is raised.
Sumner discusses the legal principle that intent to remain in a location is crucial for establishing residency.
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