Buchanan v. Rediger

Marquardt, J.:

This appeal involves a dispute over ownership of 157 acres of real property in Smith County, Kansas. James W. Buchanan and Sara B. Porritt (plaintiffs) appeal from the district court order finding that Harley Rediger, Marijean Bishell, Ralph Rediger, and Linda Manning (defendants) were tenants in common with plaintiffs and that plaintiffs had not obtained title by adverse possession.

Helen Buchanan’s mother, Minnie Weddle, owned the property. Helen became the owner after her mother died. Helen’s husband, James H. Buchanan managed the property, terraced it, and contracted with Don…