Tinsley v. Corbett

This was a suit in trespass to try title brought by W. C. Corbett, the appellee, against G. W. and Thomas Tinsley. Personal service was had upon the latter and he answered, but did not appear either in person or by attorney at the trial. G. W. Tinsley was a nonresident of the State, and was served by publication. He did not appear either in person or by attorney of his own selection. The trial court appointed an attorney to represent him, and a trial was had resulting in a judgment in favor of Corbett for the land sued for as against both defendants. After the expiration of the term at which…