Crews v. . Crews

In 1858, Nathaniel Yernon conveyed the land described in the complaint to three brothers, John Crews, Joseph Crews and William Crews. They entered and remained in possession of said land, as tenants in common, until April, 1885. On 23 April, 1885, John Crews and Joseph Crews, by deed conveyed the land to their brother, George E. Crews. This deed contains the following clause:

“Provided, nevertheless, that said John S. Crews and Joseph Crews, of first part, their heirs, executors and administrators shall well and truly pay or cause to be paid to the said George E. Crews, party of the second…