Clifton v. Northen

Simmons, O. J.

Twelve bales of cotton, were levied upon by tbe sheriff as the property of Clifton. He gave a forthcoming bond therefor. Mrs. Clifton, his wife, filed an application with the ordinary for a homestead and exemption of certain property, including the cotton above mentioned. This was granted, due notice having been given the creditors. Clifton sold the cotton and turned the proceeds over to his wife; and afterward filed a claim to the cotton as homestead property. On the trial of the case, when these facts appeared, the judge directed a verdict for the plaintiff in execution, and…