Wolf v. Megantz

The defendant executed and delivered to plaintiff on the 20th day of February, 1913, a written lease of her premises situate at 497 Hastings street, for a term of three years, at a monthly rental of $60. Plaintiff took possession of the premises on March 1st, the date stipulated in the lease, and began improving the interior for his use as a confectionery and tobacco store. After he had completed the alterations and repairs, and purchased fixtures, he was evicted by one Smith, who had purchased the premises from defendant upon a contract, prior to the making of the lease. Plaintiff then…