Betty Knox Long v. Harryett H. Knox

Summary

The Texas Supreme Court held that the oil and gas leases on Lots 9 and 10 and the royalty interest under Lot 10 are the separate property of Harryett H. Knox, while the 14th royalty interest is community property of the Knox estate, entitling Betty Knox Long to recover her father's one‑half share. The Court affirmed the Court of Civil Appeals in part, modifying its judgment accordingly.