Simpson v. Brown

Sallie Simpson et al. filed an equitable petition for partition of land, against Delia Brown et al. The plaintiffs claim title to the land as heirs at law of Nevil Bennett. Delia Brown claims title thereto under a deed from Nevil Bennett to his wife, Susan E. Bennett. This deed is dated January 19, 1899, and is “between Nevil Bennett and his wife, Susan E. Bennett.” The granting ,clause is as follows: “Nevil Bennett, for and in consideration of the natural love and affection he has for his said wife, Susan F. Bennett, hereby grants, gives, and conveys unto her, the said Susan F. Bennett,…