Jurgenson v. Diller

Britt, C.

Action to enforce an alleged lien for labor on certain mining claims, together called the John Dix mine. Defendant became the owner by purchase at a sale of the ground on foreclosure of mortgage, and the sheriff’s subsequent deed therefor executed March 4, 1888. One Dix had previously been the owner, and after said March 4th he asked and obtained leave of defendant to remain on the premises, promising to take care of the same and make no expense for defendant. Without authority from the latter, Dix proceeded to work the mine, and hired plaintiff for this purpose. Under such…