Level v. Church of Christ

In 1924, Betsey Swartwood was the owner of 84 acres of land in Floyd county, Iowa. She had been a widow for many years, and was at that time 83 years of age. There is no evidence in the record that discloses any defect in her mind or any greater weakness than might be expected to accompany her great age. She was a devout member of the Christian Church and had attended the services of her church regularly for many years. On the 18th day of November, 1924, Betsey Swartwood deeded to her daughter-in-law, Nettie Swartwood, an 84-acre tract of land in Floyd county, Iowa. In the deed transferring…