Allen v. Laudahn

This is an action brought by respondent to quiet title to certain mining claims in what is known as the Deer Creek Mining District, located in Nez Perce and Lewis counties. Both parties concede that their rights are subject to the paramount title of the United States.

It may be Avell at the outset to call attention to the fact that respondent Allen and appellant Laudahn are the only parties before this court, other matters in this litigation concerning various defendants and cross-complainants having been disposed of in the trial court.

Upon issues joined by the amended and supplemental…