Jones v. Ballard

The suit was brought claiming three items — a saw, some belting, and a lot of lumber, and while there are some exceptions to evidence the case really turns on the giving and refusing of the general charge as to each item.

As to the saw and belting, we need not discuss, further than to say, the evidence was in conflict as to these items, and therefore the two affirmative charges as requested by plaintiff as to them were properly refused.

While the defendant was being examined as a witness in his own behalf, he was asked this question: “Did you deliver the lumber to Mr. Jones on your yard?” This…