Drobnich v. Bach

Action to recover damages for the breach of a contract of marriage. There was a verdict for the plaintiff. The defendant appeals from the order denying his motion for a new trial.

The testimony of the parties is in direct conflict. There are some infirmities in the testimony of each, and each has corroborating testimony or corroborating circumstances. The question was one of fact for the jury, and the verdict finding a marriage contract and its breach by the defendant is sustained.

An action for the breach of a marriage contract is in form on contract, but damages are awarded as in tort…