James v. Sasser

Sasser Sr. and his son, Sasser Jr., executed a joint note to James for guano. Sasser Jr. was a minor; but by the consent of his parent he engaged in the business of farming. The farms of father and son were entirely separate. They bought of James enough fertilizers for both farms, and executed a joint note; but James’ agent knew at that time that it was to be used separately by them, and that neither of the parties had any direct interest in the farm of the other. Sasser Jr. paid for all the guano used on his farm, but his father did not pay for his part. James brought suit upon the note;…