Taylor v. Lapham

This is a motion to dismiss an appeal because the notice thereof, although served, was not filed within six months from the rendition of the decree. After the six months had expired, the appellant obtained an order from the judge of the court below permitting him to file the notice, which was done accordingly, and the only question is whether the court acquired jurisdiction by such filing. The statute provides that an appeal, if not taken at the time of the rendition of the judgment or decree appealed from, shall be taken by serving and filing the notice of appeal within six months from the…