State ex rel. Nelson v. Marsh

This is an application for a writ of mandamus, directing the secretary of state to place the names of the relators as candidates on the official ballot for the primary election. It was not filed in time to be heard prior to ■the primary election, and the relators have by leave of court amended their petition to ask that the names be placed upon the ballot at the general election to be held November 8, 1932. The secretary of state has demurred to the petition, which demurrer is now before us for determination.

The petitioners allege that they are qualified electors of the state and affiliate…