Griffith v. Barlich

Henry Griffith and his wife, Velma L. Griffith, appeal from an adverse judgment in an action to recover on a note executed by Robert D. Barlich and his wife, Lonnie Barlich.

The evidence discloses that in August 1955 Robert Barlich and the Griffiths agreed to purchase as partners a hardware *290business. The Griffiths contributed $11,400 and Barlich $3,600 which he borrowed toward the purchase of the business which was purchased for $30,000. It was also agreed that Henry Griffith would join Barlich in about a year to participate in the business. In September 1956 Henry Griffith commenced working…