Mann v. Mann

The appellee, the widow of Samuel C. Mann, who died November 12, 1913, began suit in the circuit court of Edgar county for the assignment of dower in the real estate which he owned during the marriage. A decree was rendered in her favor, from which Adam S. Mann, his son, and Vivian Coalson, his grand-daughter, devisees under his will, have appealed.

The defense is based upon the following contract:

“Samuel C. Mann and Mary J. Tucker.

“Article of agreement made and entered into this 17th day of December, 1889, between Samuel C. Mann of the first part and Mary J. Tucker party of the second part:

“Wi…