Aldridge v. Park

Park, in this tort action, seeks to recover from Aldridge damages resulting from the wrongful dispossession of Park by Aldridge from 300 acres of land which Park had leased from Aldridge. There was a jury verdict and judgment for $3,000 in favor of Park, from which Aldridge appeals.

The lease was in writing. It was for five years including 1941 to 1945. The amount of the rent was $1,500 per annum payable November 1st of each year.

It is claimed that the ejectment of Park occurred January 30, 1942. This suit was filed August 7, 1942.

The first contention of appellant is that the suit was…