Farmers Federation, Inc. v. . Morris

Staoy, O. J.

Whether a promise is an original one not coming within the statute of frauds, or a collateral one required by the statute to be in writing, is to be determined from the circumstances of its making, the situation of the parties, and the objects sought to be accomplished.. Simmons v. Groom, 161 N. C., 271, 83 S. E., 471; Balentine v. Gill, 218 N. C., 496, 11 S. E. (2d), 456; Dozier v. Wood, 208 N. C., 414, 181 S. E., 336. Where the intent is doubtful, the solution usually lies in summoning the aid of a jury. Whitehurst v. Padgett, 157 N. C., 424, 73 S. E., 240. The issue was…