Clark v. Trust Co.
Supreme Court of the United States
Appeal from the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia. The facts are stated in the opinion of the court.
1Opinion of the CourtJustice Harlan
The preliminary question in this case involves the validity and effect of the sale made at public auction by Eaton, or rather by the auctioneer under his directions and as his agent.
McGhan and wife, by indenture dated Aug. 15, 1864, and duly acknowledged on 18th November, 1864, conveyed the premises in controversy to Edward Clark, in trust for the sole use and benefit of Mrs. McGhan, for and during her natural life, permitting her to use and occupy the same, and to receive and apply the rents and profits thereof, and in trust also to sell and convey absolutely in fee-simple or by way of…
2Cases cited2 opinions
- Hubbard v. JarrellCourt of Appeals of Maryland · 1865
- Cooper v. GalbraithU.S. Circuit Court for the District of Pennsylvania · 1819
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- Gregory v. MooseCourt of Appeals of Arkansas · 1979
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