Gregory v. Beasley

The question presented is whether or not Tom M. Beasley (now deceased) was liable, as a co-surety, for contribution to complainants Gregory and Garrett. The bill was filed by them against W. H. Denney and the administratrix of Beasley. The Chancellor dismissed the bill. The complainants only insist, upon appeal that he should have held that Beasley was liable.

The obligation upon which it is contended that Beasley should be treated as a surety was a promissory note for $10,000, dated June 18, 1920, payable, to the order of W. R. Denney, and finally paid by complainants. This note was given for…