Williams v. Equitable Credit Co.

1. Words that do not in themselves unequivocally convey a charge which may become libelous when falsely and maliciously published may nevertheless convey such a charge when the words are capable of being so understood and are so understood by the person to whom they are uttered. Words apparently innocent may convey such a charge when they are considered in connection with the innuendo and the circumstances surrounding their publication.

2. A written telegraphic message deposited with a telegraph company, which is directed to a chief of police and charges that “C. A. Williams care Colonel…