Taylor v. Dedman

Opinion op the Court by

William; Rogers Olay, Commissioner.

Affirming.

On November 24th, 1914, Missie Taylor and her husband, James N. Taylor, entered into a written contract with J. O. Dedman, whereby, in consideration of the sum of $450, to be paid upon execution and delivery of the deed, they agreed to convey to him the fee simple title to certain property located in Mercer County. On November 25th, 1914, the Taylors tendered to Dedman a deed to the property and demanded payment of the purchase price. Dedman refused to accept the deed on the ground that Missie Taylor owned only a life estate…