Weaver v. Snively

On November 15, 1901, H. Halderson, who lived at Newman Grove, in this state, sent to the defendant in error, who lived at McComb, Ohio, the following letter:

“Newman Grove, Neb., Nov. 15th, 1901.

“Sam Snively, McGomb, Ohio. — Dear Sir : Do you still own the N. W. % of Sec. 20, T. 22, 5 Boone county? A party was telling me that you wished to sell this land for $3,000. If this is the least you will take would you be willing to pay me commission out of that of $75 for selling in case I should find a buyer. A good quarter about *362 miles from there sold the other day for $2,400. I should be pleased…