Pepper v. Smith

In this action the plaintiff, alleging ownership of a promissory note drawn by W. J. Hatton, indorsed in blank by J. N. Smith, and secured by mortgage and vendor’s lien on certain real estate, prays for judgment against the drawer and endorser in solido, with recognition of the mortgage and lien on his property.

Service was made upon J. N. Smith and a default entered, and after legal delays the default was confirmed, and judgment rendered against J. N. Smith, in accordance with the prayer, for an amount less than the amount of the note, with recognition of the mortgage and vendor’s lien.

J. N.…