Jackson ex dem. Wadsworth v. Wendell , 12 Johns. 355 ( 1815 )

Per Curiam.

Several objections are stated as to the sufficiency of the instrument from Thomas to Wadsworth, to convey a title to the lot in question. It is unnecessary to take notice of any other than the one, that the instrument is without a seal. This alone is fatal to the plaintiff’s title, according to the decision of this court, in Jackson, ex dem. Gouch, v. Wood.^* It is expressly decided, in that case, that a conveyance of a freehold estate in fee, must be by deed or writing under seal.

Judgment for the defendant.

* Ante, 73.