Simpson v. Kelley

1. “The general rule is that in order for a plaintiff to maintain an equitable petition to remove a cloud upon his title, he must allege and prove possession in himself. . . There are exceptions to the above general rule, (1) in ease of wild lands, and (2) where there is a distinct head of equity jurisdiction sufficient to support the action, as where deeds are obtained by fraud or other illegal means.” Mentone Hotel & Realty Co. v. Taylor, 161 Ga. 237 (130 S. E. 527), and cit.

2. “Where land belonging to the estate of a decedent is set apart as a year’s support to his widow and minor…