Leon Godchaux Clothing Co. v. Ruiz

McBRIDE, Judge.

This is a suit to recover an $850 balance on the purchase price of a $1,750 fur coat bought on open account from plaintiff by a married woman in her maiden name while she was living under the same roof with her husband. The testimony shows they were “estranged.” Plaintiff-merchant contends that the purchase, a “necessity,” was sold to the wife for the account of the-community of acquets and gains existing-between the purchaser and her husband, and, therefore, the husband, as head and master of the community, is liable. Plaintiff prays for a judgment against John E.. Ruiz, the…