Thomason v. Pickett

The petition originally sought specific performance of an alleged contract for the exchange of land and personal property, exceeding $50 in value. It was twice amended in substance and prayer. Partial performance was alleged, by exchange of deeds, conveying land by each to the other, and delivery of possession of personal property by plaintiff to defendant. The land conveyed by defendant was, by direction of plaintiff, conveyed to a third person (who was not a party to the suit) as security for a debt. It was not alleged that plaintiff redeemed the land or obtained a deed thereto. Fraud was…