Lane v. Coe

This is a civil action for damages arising from an alleged breach of a contract to convey land. At the close of plaintiff’s evidence the trial judge entered a judgment of involuntary nonsuit.

On 23 March 1963, after discussion on this and prior dates, plaintiff and defendant Charlie Coe signed the following memorandum or receipt:

“3-23-63. Received of Jimmie Lane One Hundred Dollars as a binder on house and lots on 601 highway where his residence is Bal. Eight Thousand and Nine Hundred Dollars and 1963 Pont. Conv. or 1963 Pont. Grand Prix eather one Perfered. Bal. due when clear deed is maid if…