Reed v. Harris

This is an action on a promissory note. The sole question is whether the Statute of Limitations which was pleaded is a bar to the maintenance of the action. The case was heard before a referee who made certain findings of fact, and in accordance with the provisions of Rule XLH reported to the Superior Court the question of law whether on such facts certain partial payments credited on the note were sufficient to suspend the operation of the statute. The presiding justice accepted the report, and on the question submitted ordered that judgment be entered for the defendant. No objection to the…