Bennett v. Carter

JONES, Chief Justice.

Louise Bennett, a feme sole, instituted suit in the county court of Dallas county at law No. 1, to recover damages from appellee, W. W. Carter, individually and as executor of the estate of Suzan T. Carter, deceased, and of the estate of said Suzan T. Carter, jointly and-severally, for the alleged negligent destruction by fire of certain described household goods, valued in the petition at $999. Citation was duly issued and served on appellant, individually and as executor of said estate, commanding his appearance at the term of the court beginning the first Monday in…