Doubleday v. Makepeace

Makepeace in October, 1832, declared against DopMeday and Jenny, administrator and administratrix, &c. in assumpsit on promises said to be made by their intestate several years before his death, for goods and chattels sold and delivered, use and occupation of land, and for money had and received. Pleas, non-assumpsit, statute of limitations, and payment. Judgment for the defendants. In November, 1833, Makepeace filed a bill in chancery for a new trial in the suit at law, on which, after answer, &c,,- a new trial was granted, and Doubleday and Jenny, the defendants, appealed to this Court.

The…