Epps v. Story

This action of ejectment was brought by J. W. Epps, as executor of C. W. Epps, against Ada F. Story and Joseph Story. Joseph Story disclaimed title to the land sued for; and Ada F. Story filed an answer, denying the allegations in plaintiff’s petition, and claiming title to the property by virtue of a parol contract. The jury returned a verdict for the defendant, and the plaintiff excepts to the judgment of the court overruling his motion for a new trial.

1. There is no material conflict of evidence bearing upon the issues of fact in this case. The evidence was amply sufficient to authorize…