In re the Arbitration between Big W. Construction Corp. & Horowitz

On July 19, 1949, and July 28, 1949, petitioner contracted with respondents to perform the plumbing, heating, and oil burner work on two construction projects in Queens County. Bach contract contained a clause that “ Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this contract br any breach thereof shall be settled by arbitration ”. On Ápril 22, 1950, petitioner terminated the contracts and thereafter engaged others to complete the work at a dost greater than the balance due respondents *978under their contracts. On July 12, 1950, respondents commenced an action in Kings County against…