Coury v. State

On the 1st day of May, 1919, William Coury was convicted of the crime of knowingly keeping. in his possession 20 gallons of a certain intoxicating compound and liquor, which the proof shows was apple cider, with the intention of wrongfully selling, bartering and giving away the same. His punishment was assessed at a fine of $250, and confinement in the county jail for a period of 45 days. From the verdict and judgment he appeals.

For convenience in this opinion, the appellant, William Coury, will be designated as the defendant. The conviction and judgment of sentence imposed upon the defendant…