Midcontinent Broadcasting Co. v. Ava Corp.

HENDERSON, Justice.

PROCEDURAL HISTORY

Appellee Midcontinent Broadcasting Company brought an action against appellants on a promissory note and guaranties. An answer was interposed. Notice of trial was provided to appellants’ counsel. New Town Mall Joint Venture, the principal promissor, filed a petition of bankruptcy in Federal Bankruptcy Court. The Bankruptcy Court dismissed the principal promissor and remanded this action against the guarantors to the state court. A court trial followed. Appellants made no appearance. Attorney Brende appeared, counsel of record for appellants, expressing…