Wood v. Helme

This is a suit in equity to set aside an award.

The complainants, who are contractors and builders, entered into a contract with the defendant to construct and build two cottage bouses for her in the city of Providence, in accordance with certain plans and specifications mutually agreed upon.

The contract was not fulfilled to the satisfaction of the defendant, and the parties being unable to agree as to a settlement thereunder referred the matter to arbitration under the following submission:

“ Whereas, a controversy exists between Elizabeth Helme, of the city and county of Providence, and State…