Simms v. Simms

The action is for reformation of two deeds on the ground of mistake. On the trial the pleadings were amended to conform to the proof. Plaintiff for upwards of fifteen years was the common-law wife of Charles Simms, Sr., now deceased. The defendant Charles Simms, Jr., is the son of the decedent. Plaintiff at various times secured outside employment, turning her wages over to her husband.

The latter in his lifetime purchased two adjacent lots on the installment plan. The two lots were identical in dimensions. The only distinguishing feature was the lot number. One was designated on the map as…