Willbanks v. Bibler

Minor W. Millwee, Justice.

The question presented by this appeal is whether appellees are entitled to an extension of time to cut and remove timber beyond that specified in a timber deed from appellants. The chancellor found that the preponderance of the evidence showed the making of a valid extension agreement and that appellees relied upon appellants’ agreement to cut the timber. Appellees were granted an additional 90 days within which to cut and remove the timber.

Appellants, H. C. Willbanks and wife, Novella, own 110 acres of land in Pope County as tenants by the entirety. Appellees are…