Matthews v. Their Creditors

Matthews, Finley & Go., private bankers in the city of New Orleans, having failed, made a voluntary cession in favor of their creditors.

A majority in number and amount voted for their discharge, under the insolvent laws of the State.

Roderick MeKenzie, and Terry & Simpson, opposed their discharge, and sought to convict them of fraud, alleging that they were unfaithful depositaries.

Both cases were tried by jury, and resulted in verdicts and judgments in favor of Matthews, Finley & Go. The opponents have appealed, and the two causes have been submitted together upon one record.

The case of…