Velsian v. Lewis

This was an action in trover for the conversion of four hundred and twelve bushels of wheat. The complaint is in the usual form. On the ground that it did not state facts, etc., a demurrer was interposed, which being overruled, the defendants served, viz., Merrill and Lewis, filed separate answers, denying specifically each and every material fact alleged therein. Upon issue being thus joined, a trial was had, which resulted in a verdict and judgment for the plaintiff, from which this appeal is taken. The facts out of which the controversy arises are in substance these: The plaintiff had…