Wolfe v. Granover

Plaintiffs are builders of dwellings in Detroit,-and operate on a somewhat extensive scale. In February, 1925, they had in the process of construction upwards of 20 houses in the vicinity of two lots on Arlington avenue which were owned by the defendants, Mr. and Mrs. Granover. The defendants desired to build a two-family flat on each of their lots. Because of plaintiffs’ experience and extensive building activities they claimed they could purchase lumber and other materials advantageously and could erect these two buildings at a less cost than could the defendants. A written contract between…