Powell v. Prosser

Larson, J.:

In this quiet title action, Harlin H. Powell, executor of the estate of Ansel W. Wright, and heirs of the estate appeal from the entry of summary judgment in favor of Joseph Edward Prosser, Sr., on the grounds two instruments are not ambiguous and convey mineral interests.

On June 9, 1942, Ansel W. and Elma E. Wright executed in favor of Adrian 4?. Wright two instruments titled “Oil and Gas Royalty Conveyance.” Powell and the heirs are the successors in interests of the grantors and Prosser is the successor in interest of the grantee.

After Adrian P. Wright’s death (and the discovery…