English v. Morris

HICKMAN, Chief Justice.

There are two propositions briefed in this case. The first one is without merit, and no purpose would be served by a discussion of it. The second presents error. The suit was by Grover C. Morris and Joe L. Hill against J. H. English for attorneys’ fees. In his closing argument to the jury, Mr. Morris employed the following language: “Mr. Spears, Mr. English’s own attorney in this case, after hearing both sides of this case said that if they didn’t pay me, he was going to withdraw from the case — and you see gentlemen, Mr. Spears is not here and is not taking part in…