Also, I think the end always justify the means.
For some reason he felt compeled to get his name off the deed sometime after he bought the property.
I think you have to look at who sold him the property as well. There may have been price games and a kick back to the first property owner if re-zone occured in the future. Look to see if original owner is now cashing big checks from odd source. Possibly from the new owner!
Could it be that Harry "re-zone" was just the grease between original owner and new owner?
Anyone selling property in Nevada has to know that Harry was the "Re-Zone" specialist by now, turning worthless Nevada dirt into gold .
The entire record of the property should be examined for a clear picture. All sale price values should be under scrutiny.