Sweet v. Woodin

Plaintiffs, -who were partners under the name of M. L. Sweet & Co., sued defendants on a promissory note, which ran as follows:

“$600. Grand Rapids, Mich., Dec. 31, 1885.

“Thirty days after date I promise to pay to the order of George Powers six hundred dollars, at the Fourth National Bank, value received; interest at ten per cent, after maturity R. H. Woodin.”

Indorsed as follows:

“Pay Old National Bank, Grand Rapids, Mich., or order. M. L. Sweet.

“G. W. Powers.”

The maker, Mr. Woodin, made no defense. Mr. Powers defended on the ground that he received no notice of dishonor. This plea was sworn…