McKelvey v. McKelvey

The defendant, a young woman, married Johnson McKelvey some years ago. At that time he was possessed of considerable property, and was quite old, and at his request she deeded to him her dower interest in 40 acres of land. Subsequently she filed a bill for divorce and alimony, and prayed that he might be required to deed to her the premises mentioned. Arrangements were made whereby she agreed to accept a deed of said parcel and $35 in cash in lieu of all interest in his estate. It took the form of a stipulation, and, although dower was not specifically mentioned, it provided that such payment…