McGrath v. Wallace

The action is to quiet title, accompanied with a prayer for possession, the complaint alleging that defendants are in possession, claiming an interest in the property, but without right. Judgment for plaintiff, from which, and an order denying a motion for new trial, defendants appeal. Defendant Mary A. Wallace became the owner of the property in fee, April 23,1862. In 1865 the property became delinquent for taxes. Suit was brought under the statute then in force for the recovery thereof, resulting in a judgment and order of sale. At the sale Eli Mayo became the purchaser. The court finds…