United States v. Certain Land

KNOX, District Judge.

On December 14, 1951, Kathleen Gott-fried, owner of certain improved real estate, located at Ellenville, New York, leased the same to the United States for use as a warehouse, and office quarters. The term was five years, beginning March 1, 1952, and ending February 28, 1957. Rental was at the rate of $20,000 per an-num, payable in equal monthly installments of $1,666.66.

The Government, upon giving the landlord ninety days’ prior notice in writing, had the right to terminate the lease, on either February 28 of the years 1953, 1954, 1955, or February 29, 1956. The lease…