Stoughton Lumber Co. v. Ogren

In this action the plaintiff seeks to recover $1,014.60 for materials furnished in the construction of a house for the defendant. In March, 1926, one Lepine made a contract in writing with the defendant to build a house for the sum of $3,600, to be paid $300 “when foundation in,” $1,000 “when framed, boarded and roof covered,” $700 “when outside is finished and rough plumbing and wiring,” $700 “when house is ready for finish,” $300 “when standing finish is on,” and $600 “when house is finished and bills are paid.” Lepine applied to the plaintiff to supply the lumber and certain materials. The…