Egan v. Knewel

(after stating the facts as above). 1. As a postulate to the consideration of this case, it should be noted that in a habeas corpus proceeding, as here, the whole inquiry is limited to an examination of fundamental and jurisdictional questions, as the habeas corpus writ cannot be employed as a substitute for a writ of error. Ex parte Parks, 93 U. S. 18, 23 L. Ed. 787; Harlan v. McGourin, 218 U. S. 442, loc. cit. 448, 31 Sup. Ct. 44 , 54 L. Ed. 1101, 21 Ann. Cas. 849; Collins v. Johnston, 237 U. S. 502, loc. cit. 505, 35 Sup. Ct. 649, 59 L. Ed. 1071; Bens v. U. S. (C. C. A.) 266 Fed. 152;…