Witte v. Broz

This is an action at law brought by August F. Witte as the indorsee and holder in due course of a promissory note. Defendants John J. Broz and Adela Broz are the makers of the note, and defendants Realty' Investment & Holding Company, a corporation, and B. R. Hendrix are indorsers. Defendant John J. Broz admits that he signed the note, but alleges fraud by the other defendant in its procurement, and denies that the plaintiff was an innocent purchaser for value before maturity. His wife, Adela Broz, in addition, sets up the defense of coverture. Hendrix and the Realty Investment & Holding…