Askins v. United States

Per Curiam :

A petition was filed on March 2, 1892, by William J. Asians alleging a depredation by Comanche Indians on or about the 19th day of August, 1865, and the taking of 35 mares and 1 stallion, of which he “was the owner and in possession ” at the time. It is further alleged in the petition that “ claimant is the owner of this claim and the only person interested therein.” Plaintiff’s deposition was taken in November, 1900, and testifying for himself he stated that he was the owner of said stock at the time it was taken, that it was in his possession at that time, and that he had not…