Hamill v. Jenks

On November 8,1961, plaintiff filed two companion hills in chancery against the defendants, Yern R. Jenks, Jr., and Barbara Jean Jenks, his wife, and Yern R. Jenks, Sr., for foreclosure of two separate mechanics’ liens upon certain real estate located in Emmet county. These actions would have been barred by CL 1948 and CLS 1961, § 570.1 et seq. (Stat Ann 1953 Rev and Stat Ann 1961 Cum Supp § 26.281 et seq.), unless commenced prior to November 18, 1961. Writs of summons were issued in each case on November 8,1961, returnable December 15, 1961. Both original summons together with copies were…