Gardner v. Letson

This action numbered 11099 was commenced September 18, 1897. The following facts are disclosed:-On March 14, 1893, the defendants conveyed to the plaintiff by warranty deed, through their duly authorized trustee, a number of lots in Riverside Addition to Kenton, Ohio, which deed covenanted the premises were free and clear from all incumbrances, and to warrant and defend the same against all lawful claims.

At the time of the making and delivery of said deed the premises were subject to a lien for general taxes and a street improvement assessment levied in September, 1891, payable in six years…