Anderson v. Alcus

Burke Alcus brought this suit against Christ Anderson to recover actual and exemplary damages in a large amount, $25,000, based upon certain language alleged to have been used by Anderson to Alcus at his (Al-cus’) place of business, in the hearing of others, in which it was alleged, among other things, that Anderson called Alcus a liar, a thief, and a highway robber.

The trial resulted in a judgment for appel-lee for $1 nominal damages and $500 exemplary damages. From .that judgment, Anderson has appealed.

The case was tried to a jury upon special issues, which, together with the answers…