Gulf Refining Co. v. Travis

I concur in the construction given Sections 867, 868 and 869, Code of 1942, in the main opinion. I also adhere to the rule of notice of the rights of an owner by his actual or constructive possession. I have grave doubts, however, whether the rule is applicable to the facts of this case. When the lease and the various conveyances were executed by G.B. Travis the property was assessed to him on the tax rolls, and he was ostensibly managing it and controlling it just as was the case before he executed his deed to Mrs. Hooks June 14, 1932. If inquiry had been made of the tenants some would have…