Russell v. Lang

The opinion of the Oourb was delivered by

Blanchard, J.

The plaintiffs and certain parties who appear as intervenors claim the ownership and possession of certain real estate in the parish of Orleans.

The title under which this claim is made is set up, and it is averred that the defendant is wrongfully in possession of the property, without valid title to support the ownership which he asserts.

Defendant answers that he is in possession' as owner under good and valid title. He sets forth this title, and from it we gather that the property was sold at tax sale in 1885 under the provisions of Act…