Legal Opinion
Columbia Fire Co. No. 5 v. Purcell
Supreme Court of Louisiana
Decided April 15, 1873No. 2941PublishedCited by 3 opinions
APPEAL from the Fifth District Court, Parish of Orleans. Beaumont, J.
1Opinion of the CourtMorgan, J.
This is a suit against Purcell and McCullen, to recover from them, in solido, $1212 75.
Purcell was, during the years 1867, 1868 and part of tho year 1869, treasurer of the Columbia Fire Company No. 5. There is an alleged deficit in his account of $1212 75, for which he as principal, and McCullen, his surety, are sought to be made liable.
As to Purcell there is no defense. Judgment by default was taken against Mm and confirmed. McCullen, however, denies any liability. J3e says he signed the bond on the sixth of February, 1869, and *284that during the time Purcell continued to be treasurer of the…
2Cited by3 opinions
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