Ervin v. Collins

This cause is before the Court on the suggestions of Peaslee Streets, one of the attorneys, that Justices Elwyn Thomas, Campbell Thornal and Stephen O’Connell are disqualified to hear the above cause, on the ground of bias in favor of the appellee, LeRoy Collins. Disqualification of Justice Thomas is sought because of the fact that “Justice Thomas and LeRoy Collins and their families are close, intimate, and personal friends, and have been for many years.” Disqualification of Justice Thornal and Justice O’Connell is sought on the ground that each was appointed to the office of Justice by…