McBee Binder Co. v. Fred J. Robinson Lumber Co.

Plaintiff had judgment after trial without a jury for $464.30, representing unpaid rentals claimed due it for the use of a “binding machine” during 1930, 1931, and 1932. This claim is based on a written agreement between the parties which provided in substance that if the purchases of binding covers, accessories and other office supplies and equipment by defendant did not aggregate the sum of $1,500 during any 12-month period, the plaintiff was to receive 15 per cent, of the amount by which the aggregate purchases fell short of the amount named. This sum was to be applied as rent for the…