Butler v. State ex rel. McFatridge

This is an action by the State, on the relation of Holmes McFatridge, against Butler, as constable, and Collins, as his surety, on his official bond. The bond is dated April 10th, 1858, is in the penalty of 1000 dollars, and is conditioned thus:

“ Whereas, George Butler has been, by the voters of Posey township, Rush■ county, elected constable, to serve as such from the 5th of April, 1858, for the term of one year, and until his successor shall be elected and qualified. Now if the said George Butler shall faithfully discharge the duties of his office, &c., then this bond shall be void,” &c.…