Taylor v. Garnett

Appellants purchased from appellee his interest in a brush factory, including the outstanding claims for goods sold. They claim that he made fraudulent misrepresentations as to the amount of such claims, and that they have suffered loss by reason thereof.

They brought this action to recover damages. Upon the trial of the cause, it was material for the jury to ascertain and determine what representations, if any, were made by appellee in relation to such outstanding claims. Upon that question, the testimony of appellants and appellee is at variance.

The testimony of a witness, Simmons, was…