Barry v. Davis

Graves, J:

For some time before his death, John S. Barry was associated in trade with John K. Briggs, and Davis was in their service when Mr. Barry died. He continued with Mr. Briggs, the survivor, and was also for a time in the service of Briggs whilst the latter was acting as receiver.

Charles II. Barry is executor of John S. Barry, and a large beneficiary. Davis having a claim for his services in these different positions, and there being some dispute as to the amount of it, it was deemed desirable to adopt some course by which the amount might be lawfully fixed and the payment rendered…