Rogers v. Tapp, Leathers & Co.

Opinion by

Quinan, J.

§ 1308. Alteration of written obligation; effect of. Appellant signed a promissory note as surety for one Blythe, writing the word “security” after his signature. After the execution and delivery of the note, and without the knowledge or consent of appellee, the word “security ” was erased from the note. Appellees sued Blythe and appellant as joint principals upon the note. Appellant pleaded the fraudulent alteration of the note in the particular mentioned in a sworn plea, which was supported by evidence on the trial. The court rendered judgment against Blythe as principal…