Dalton v. Eller

The question presented in this cause is as to the proper construction of a deed executed by W. J. Eller and wife, Nancy E. Eller, to the complainant and J. EL Merry-man, jointly. The complainant later took a deed from Merryman for his entire interest in said property.

The deed from W. J. Eller and wife, Nancy E. Eller, to complainant and Merryman reads as follows:' “State of Tennessee, Macon County:

“Know all men by these presents, that we, W. J. Eller and wife, Nancy E. Eller, for and in consideration of the sum of five thousand dollars paid and to be paid as follows: Two thousand dollars cash…