Carson v. . Jenkins

It is not perceived upon what theory the plaintiff is entitled to eject the defendants from the land in question or to recover damages. He shows no present title, legal or equitable, in himself or in the North Wilkesboro' Academical and Industrial Institute, which is not a party. At most, he alleges that many years ago the said institute owned the locus in quo, and, when in active existence, certain courses were there taught Negro youths, which he is now desirous of pursuing. Upon these allegations, he demands possession of the land and damages for its detention.

It is elementary that, in…