Holcomb v. Weaver

The plaintiff in New Bedford was written to from New York on behalf of the Pasque Island Club, and requested to find a builder who could erect a building for them cheaper than the New York builders. The letter continued, “ but we only want parties that you can indorse in every way responsible and reliable.” The plaintiff in reply introduced the defendant, who made his estimates, was employed, erected the building, and was paid. At an early stage of the proceedings, the plaintiff asked and obtained a promise from the defendant to pay him $250, “as a commission or compensation for his trouble…