Houston v. Young

Suit by Houston against Young on a special contract. By an article of agreement, Houston leased to Young the land known as the “ Sutton farm.” Among other stipulations, it was agreed that Young should put the farming land, estimated to contain one hundred and thirty acres, in corn. The ground was to be properly prepared and in good season; the fallen timber cleared off; the fences righted up; and every thing done in a farmer-like manner. The corn was to be plowed at least three times, and the house, barn and orchards properly cared for.

Houston and others, on their part, were to maintain the…