Prosser v. Kruger

Epitomized Opinion

WASHBURN, J.

George Prosser had a son, the plaintiff in this action, and two daughters, defendants in the action. Prosser Sr. leased a certain farm to Prosser Jr., the latter to pay $500 annually and perform certain other obligations. Prosser Jr. failed to make the payments as stipulated but the father never threatened forfeiture. Prosser Sr. died and by his will his interest in the farm was transferred to his daughters. Prosser Jr. then sought to pay up the back rent but the parties were unable to agree as to the exact amount, and the daughters declared the lease forfeited.…