Hancock v. Butler

Supreme Court of Texas · Decided 1858-07-01

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Roberts, J. Appellants claim the land in controversy as the children of Josiah Hancock, deceased, under the deed of their grandfather, John Hancock, which reads as follows : “ South Carolina, Edgefield District “ Know all men by these presents, that I, John Hancock, of the State and District aforesaid, for and in consideration of the love and natural affection I bear unto and for my beloved son, Josiah…

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