John B. Crawford vs. George W. Summers: Notes of Argument and Authorities for the Defense
Entry/Object ID
303_c_316_04_04
Category
Legal
Archive Items Details
Description
A detailed legal brief defending George W. Summers’ ownership of contested land in Kanawha and Mason Counties. The document argues that a rival marriage settlement between George Crawford and Pamelia Brown is legally void due to improper filing and conflicting trust terms. It outlines the history of the property from 1825 to 1828, asserting that Summers holds the superior legal title through a valid purchase and continuous possession.