land settlement

land settlement
The settlement of public lands by homesteaders. A settlement upon public lands under a project primarily for the benefit of veterans. 56 Am J1st Vet & V A § 14. The closing of the transaction comprehended by a land contract by payment of consideration, transfer of title to purchaser, etc. A settlement of a controversy respecting the title to or the location of boundaries of real estate.

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