Legal Opinion

Johnston v. Peugnet

New York Supreme Court

Decided May 15, 1879Published

Appeal from a judgment in favor of the defendant, entered upon the report of a referee.

1Opinion of the Court

Ingalls, J.:

This action was brought against the defendant to recover • $605.88 and interest, for merchandise which the plaintiffs’ claim they sold to the defendant, relying upon her separate property as security for payment. The defendant was at the time of the sale a married woman, residing with and being supported by her husband, and the goods so purchased were intended for and actually used in the family ; and Eugene Peugnet, the husband, paid upon the account $150. The referee finds the following conclusions :

NEW YORK SUPREME COURT.

John Johnston and Charles Johnston v. Clara M. Peugnet.

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2Cases cited3 opinions

  1. Maxon v. . ScottNew York Court of Appeals · 1873
  2. Conlin v. . CantrellNew York Court of Appeals · 1876
  3. Eisenlord v. . SnyderNew York Court of Appeals · 1877

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