Hammon v. American Exploration & Mining Co.

An action for breach of a mineral lease, seeking principally royalties for the removed minerals, an injunction against encumbrance of claims covered by the agreement and a decree establishing the rights and duties of the parties under the contract, does not become a local action because realty may be involved. In substance, this is a single action for the redress of one wrong; the main relief sought is personal, and the action is transitory.

Appellant filed Ms complaint against respondent mining company in the City and County of San Francisco. Respondent, whose principal place of business was…