McGowan v. Knittel

DALLAS, Circuit Judge.

An involuntary petition in bankruptcy was exhibited against the appellant, in which it was alleged that he was insolvent. He traversed this allegation, and prayed a trial by jury. Such trial was had, and a verdict finding the fact of insolvency was. rendered. It is here averred that the rulings and charge of the court upon that trial were in several particulars erroneous; but in our opinion the record discloses but one reversible error, and to its consideration solely this opinion will be directed.

The trial was conducted in accordance with section 1, subd. 15, *454Bankr. Act…