McDonald v. White

Rudkin, J.

(dissenting) — The ninety-nine year Indian lease was not executed in conformity with the laws of Washington Territory, was in contravention of the laws of the United States, and was founded upon little more than a nominal consideration. I do not think that there are any equities in the case which would warrant this court in departing from the strict rules of law, and therefore I dissent from the judgment.