Wells v. Times Printing Co.

Appellant brought an action against respondent, charging it with libel in publishing certain articles of and concerning him. In the second amended complaint, three causes of action, based upon three publications, were set forth. These articles were set forth in full as published, to which was added an allegation that they were wholly false and maliciously published for the purpose of injuring appellant in his reputation and to expose him to public hatred, contempt, ridicule, and disgrace. A demurrer was interposed to this complaint, which was sustained upon the ground that the articles…