Rimmer v. Chadron Printing Co.

This is an action for damages in the sum of $50,000 for alleged libel. Issues were made and trial was had resulting in a verdict for $1,500. A motion for a new trial was made. Plaintiff was required to remit $500 , which he did. The motion for new trial was overruled. Defendant appeals. Plaintiff cross-appeals urging error in the requirement as to a remittitur. We reverse the judgment of the trial court and remand for a new trial.

Plaintiff alleged that defendant published in its newspaper the following: “ ‘Chadron police picked up John L. Rimmer this week and turned him over to the sheriff of…