Jacobs v. Knox

Mary Jacobs filed a claim against the estate of her mother, Margaret Knox, which consists of two items, as follows:

“To cash paid for repairs, painting, wiring and decorating the house of Margaret Knox in the years 1913 and 1919, under contract with Margaret Knox, $700.

“To cash paid for care, clothing and support of Margaret Knox in the years 1913 and 1919, $1,000.”

On appeal to the circuit court from the report of the commissioners on claims plaintiff had verdict for $500. There was motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict. Judgment was ordered for the estate. Plaintiff brings error and…