Newhouse v. Canal National Bank of Portland

CLIFFORD, District Judge.

This matter came on to be heard on the Court’s own motion that the question of jurisdiction be determined prior to trial of the case on its merits. Oral arguments were made and brief submitted on this issue, and it is now before this Court for determination.

It is agreed that there is diversity of citizenship between the parties and that the amount in controversy, exclusive of interest and costs, exceeds $3,000. This Court has jurisdiction of the case, unless the facts alleged in the complaint state a cause of action which is beyond the jurisdiction of this Court,…