Anderson v. Sunburst Oil & Refining Co.

This is an appeal by defendant from a judgment in favor of plaintiff on a directed verdict in the sum of $1,055.93, with interest.

The record discloses that plaintiff owns certain lands in Toole county. In 1920 he leased them to Gordon Campbell for the purpose of operating for oil and gas, Campbell agreeing to deliver to plaintiff 12 1/2% of all oil produced, or to pay in cash 12 1/2% of the market value of the oil. Thereafter, and in 1922, Campbell assigned the lease to defendant. Plaintiff, in June, 1923, sold 2 1/2% of the oil and gas and during the time involved here was the owner and…