Pennsylvania Co. v. Forrest Hill Building & Loan Ass'n

Opinion by

Keller, P. J.,

Forrest Hill Building & Loan Association became the registered owner of real estate Ho. 607 Brinton Street, Philadelphia, on March 15, 1932, and remained so until February 5, 1934, when the property was sold at sheriff’s sale. As registered owner it became liable for the city, school and poor taxes for the years 1933 and 1934, Penna. Co. etc. v. Bergson, 307 Pa. 44, 159 A. 32.

The plaintiff was the owner of a first mortgage on this property, which had been given by a prior owner, and subject to which the defendant acquired title to the premises.

Following certain…