Jack v. Russey

Action upon a promissory note, reading thus:

“ Indianapolis, Dee. 8th 1849. One day after date we promise to pay 8. H. Hussey or order the sum of 600 dollars for value received, without relief, &c., Hussey $ Jack.”

The action is against Jack as surviving partner, Hussey having deceased.

Jack pleaded that at the time when said note was given, he and Hussey were no longer partners; that Hussey executed the note without the knowledge or consent of him, Jack, and for a consideration that never came to his use, &c.; whereupon he denied his liability, &c. This plea was sworn to by Jack. Issue was…