Adams v. Shaffer

— The first paragraph of complaint in this case seeks the foreclosure of a mechanic’s lien. Its sufficiency was challenged by demurrer, on the ground that it did not state facts sufficient to constitute a cause of action. The demurrer was overruled by the circuit court, and the appellant asks us to review that ruling. He insists that the paragraph is bad for two reasons.

First. He argues that the notice upon which it is based is insufficient. It is conceded that the notice is in substantial compliance with section 3 of the act of March 6, 1883, section 1690, Elliott’s Supplement. The appellant…