Lee v. Skrukrud

Matson, Justicb.

Appeal from an order granting a motion to vacate and set aside the service of the summons in a mechanic’s lien foreclosure action.

Service of the summons upon defendant Melvin Skrukrud, hereinafter called defendant, was attempted pursuant to M.S.A. 543.05, by leaving a copy thereof at the house of his . usual abode with a person of suitable age and discretion then residing therein. Defendant’s 17-year-old daughter, Betty, who resided and was present therein, was enjoying the company of her 18-year-old fiance when the purported service was made. Plaintiff first attempted to…