Walling v. Schechter

This is an article 78 proceeding whereby petitioner seeks restoration to his former employment status and damages for an alleged wrongful discharge.

In 1953, petitioner received a provisional appointment as traffic sign maintainer. On May 27,1955, petitioner took an open competitive examination for permanent appointment as a traffic device maintainer. The list was promulgated February 8, 1956, petitioner placing- No. 131 on such list, and being then 59 years of age. On January 8, 1957, petitioner was appointed and given permanent status subject to an investigation, and to the rules and…