Massell Realty Co. v. Hanbury

(After stating the- foregoing facts.)

The first question for our decision is whether or not the contract of sale is sufficiently certain and definite as to be capable of being enforced by decree for specific performance. Under our statute of frauds, all contracts for the sale of land or any interest therein must be in writing, signed bjr the party to be charged therewith, or some person by him lawfully authorized. Civil Code (1910), § 3222, par. 4. Every essential element of a sale must be expressed in writing to meet the requirements of the statute. Tippins v. Phillips, 123 Ga. 415, 417 (51…