It is not disputed that the mortgage and judgment of Slocum was the first lien on the fund; but it is contended that it lost its priority by having been presented too late. It is never too late, however, to do justice by correcting a defect before final judgment and decree; and even afterwards, the proceeding may be unravelled at the discretion of the court. A mere slip, *18which may be retrieved, must not be allowed to work a forfeiture of right.

Decree affirmed.