Bryant v. McGowan

Opinion by

Keller, P. J.,

This case originated in an “action arising from contract” brought before a magistrate of the City of Philadelphia and appealed by the defendant to the Municipal Court. The case was tried in that court before a judge without a jury. From the judgment, entered upon a finding in favor of the plaintiff, the defendant has appealed to this court.

For purposes of appeal the parties have filed an agreed statement of facts, pursuant to our Rule No. 56. Counsel for appellee has misunderstood the purpose and effect of that provision of the rule. It is intended to save the expense…