Pitre v. C. R. Short Lumber Co.

The only question involved in this case is the proper manner of computing the measurement of saw logs. Certain timber belonged to plaintiff but through error, was cut and taken by defendant. Defendant has agreed to pay and plaintiff has agreed to accept twelve dollars per M for the timber thus cut and taken.

The cause of action in this case is very similar to that of Peter et al. vs. Owl Bayou Cypress Co., according to the statement of facts recited in that decision as reported in 137 La. 1067, 69 South. 840. It was held in that case that in the absence of any express agreement to the…