Shannon Supply Co. v. Avey

Guy Amsler,, Justice.

Appellant Shannon Supply Company, Inc. is engaged in the building materials business in Clinton, Arkansas. Appellees Melvin R. Avey and his wife own and operate a furniture store in Clinton. Appellee Paul E. Shonebarger is a building contractor.

In 1963, Shonebarger built a home for the Aveys. During the construction period, Shonebarger purchased materials from Shannon that were used in the Avey residence. The last such purchase was made on July 11, 1963.

Shonebarger did not meet his obligation to pay for the material. Prior to the statutory deadline for filing a lien…