Lilly v. State

MORROW, Presiding Judge.

Unlawfully carrying a pistol is the offense; punishment fixed at a fine of $100.00.

There was a Christmas Tree gathering at the Sunflower School House. The appellant, his two brothers and many other people were present. A fight took place in which Peyton Bailey and the appellant participated. Appellant was struck by Bailey under the belief that appellant had made a disturbing noise. Appellant was either pushed or knocked out of the door into the yard. His brother seized Bailey until the appellant re-entered the door and struck him with a pistol. No pistol had previously…