Diamond Alkali Company v. Godwin

Quillian, Judge.

1. The contention presented by the motion to dismiss the petition on the grounds that the trial court does not have jurisdiction over the remaining defendant is without merit. The petition alleged that the defendant, Diamond Alkali Company, was doing business, but did not maintain a place of business within the State, and was represented only by an agent for the purpose of receiving service. In the event that a corporation does have an agent or office for the purpose of doing business within the State, the venue will be in the county where such office exists. Adams & Co. v.…