Linebarger v. Late

G-rieein Smith, Chief Justice.

The question is whether, after fifteen years of seeming neglect to assert a claim now contended for, John N. Late can prevail in respect of a half interest in the net proceeds of realty sold by W. E. Linebarger to Neil Sawrey.

Prior to 1930 Late owned a lot in Springdale on which there was a residence. An oil company bought the land for $10,000 under an agreement that the building would be removed. Dr. J. E. Martin owned a nearby homesite and agreed with Late that the house be placed upon Martin’s property. Martin, in turn, arranged for Linebarger, as contractor,…