Bates v. Campbell

THE COURT.

Plaintiff brought this action to recover damages from the defendant for an alleged libel. A demurrer to the first amended complaint was sustained without leave to amend. Judgment for costs was thereupon entered for the defendant, from which judgment this appeal was taken.

It is alleged in the complaint that the plaintiff was, and is, what is generally known and termed a “publicity agent”; that by her perseverance, endeavors and ability she had created and built up a lucrative business as such publicity agent; that on or about October 31, 1927, the defendant, an attorney at law, and…