Chamberlin v. Jones

The complaint in this case is encumbered with useless extraneous matter, to such an extent as to render obscure and uncertain the real theory upon which it proceeds. Eliminating immaterial averments and unnecessary verbiage, the following appear to be the material facts: In July, 1884, Parrott & Co. were partners trading as merchants, and the owners of a stock of goods worth $1,500. They were indebted to Jones, McKee'& Co., for goods sold and delivered, to the amount of $458.76. The debt was evidenced by four promissory notes. Intending to cheát and defraud their creditors, and to prevent the…