Wilson v. Lemon

Wilson sued Lemon, in an action in the form of a bill to quiet title to certain real estate. He averred that he was the owner, (setting forth his title,) and that Lemon held a tax deed, and pretended to claim title under it, (setting it forth,) and that it was invalid for various alleged causes. Issues were made; trial by the court, and special finding of facts placed upon the records, and conclusions of law thereon; upon which a judgment was rendered for the defendant. The finding was as follows:

“ 1. That the lot in controversy was sold for taxes in the year 1847, and that, on the 21st day…