Enter v. Quesse

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Mr. Ciiiee Justice Simpson.

The plaintiff, respondent, instituted the proceedings below to enforce a mechanic’s lien for the sum of $205, on certain premises of the defendants, Quesse and Greber, claiming priority over a mortgage of defendant, Young. The defendants answered, denying plaintiff’s claim.

The case was referred to the master. At the reference, on February 10, 1888, when the plaintiff closed his testimony, the defendants, Quesse and Greber, having entered upon the defence, but not closing, the reference was adjourned, and on February 27, 1888,…