Davidson v. Chandler

GARRETT, Chief Justice.

This was an action of tresspass to try title brought by Reuben Chandler and his wife, Patsey Chandler, against John P. Davidson for the recovery of fifty acres of land. The defense pleaded was a purchase of the land at execution sale against Reuben Chandler. When the cause came on for trial the parties agreed that Reuben Chandler was common source of title. Plaintiffs then introduced a deed dated February 8, 1892, from Thos. McCuistion to Reuben Chandler for the land, and no other evidence. The defendant introduced in evidence a judgment in his favor against Reuben…