Balls v. Crump

LAWSON, Justice.

This is an action of detinue by appellee against appellant. The complaint reads: “The Plaintiff claims of the Defendant the following personal property, to-wit: One 1941 Model automobile, Cadillac, Motor No. 534971.”

Defendant below, appellant here, gave a bond pursuant to § 918, Title 7, Code 1940, and so retained possession of the property pending the suit.

The cause was tried before a jury. The verdict was: “We the jury find for the Plaintiff 1941 Model Cadillac, Motor # 5 349 171 — 4 door sedan or the alternate value $1300.00, plus $500.00 rental for use of car.” Judgment…