Mix v. Balduc

The bill of complaint in this case was filed by appellee to compel a conveyance to her of the north half of lot 4, in block 44, in the town of Momence, under the following instrument in writing to her:

“I will sell Sarah Delora the north half of lot No. (4) four, in block No. (44) forty-four, in town of Momence, for fifty dollars, dating the transaction from this day, and will execute her papers whenever she is prepared to pay, within three years, as she is a widow.

James Mix.

Momence, III., April 15, 1863.”

The court below decreed the relief asked, upon payment of $75.45, the sum named in the…