Langan v. Schlief

The following facts are admitted by both parties. The premises in controversy are *214owned by one Keane, who first let them for a term expiring May 1, 1892, to one Prill, and after the expiration of that term let them to the plaintiff Langan for a term of ten years, commencing October 1, 1892. Prill prior to the expiration of his term had let the premises to the defendant Schlief, who held over and was recognized by Keane as his tenant. Keane, prior to granting a new term to Langan, endeavored to terminate the tenancy of Schlief by -a written notice. Langan subsequently exhibited to Schlief his…