Lehigh University v. Hower

Opinion by

Baldkige, P. J.,

The plaintiff, Lehigh University, brought this action in assumpsit to recover $700, the balance of the purchase price alleged to be due under an agreement of sale of a remainder interest in certain real estate, of which Albert Brodhead died seized, known as “Ross-more” situate in Ross Township, Monroe County. The appellee, Edward A. Hower, refused to accept the deed tendered, alleging it did not convey a good and marketable title. Plaintiff contends it has an indefeasible title in fee simple to the remainder following the admitted life estate in the property given…