Van Allsburg v. Kooyers

This action is ejectment to recover possession of 40 acres of land in the township of Olive, in the county of Ottawa. The defense is adverse possession. Defendant had verdict, but, on motion of plaintiff, judgment, notwithstanding the verdict, was entered in his favor. Defendant seeks review by writ of error.

Considering the proofs submitted in the light most favorable to the claim of defendant, they reveal the following facts: Defendant secured title to this land by deed of conveyance on June 24, 1892. On July 27, 1898, he conveyed it to his brother, Aldert Kooyers. On February 23, 1927,…