People Ex Rel. Jacques v. Sheehan

MR. PRESIDING JUSTICE MURPHY

delivered the opinion of the court.

Defendant Commissioners appeal from an order directing that a writ of mandamus issue, commanding them “to take all steps necessary” to accord relator, Leo H. Jacques, the benefit of his correct Board of Education efficiency mark, which was received by the Commissioners after a promotional eligible list had been posted.

No questions are raised on the pleadings. The basic facts are not in dispute, and it is not charged that there is any impropriety, collusion or fraud by anyone. The principal question for review is whether the trial…