Krikorian v. Dailey

The plaintiff, Thomas Dailey, is a Syrian, born abroad (his name has probably been changed). The defendant’s decedent, K. Der Krikorian, was also a foreigner and an Armenian. He owned property in Richmond known as No. 509 North Ryland street which he leased to the plaintiff in October, 1927. Dailey conducted there a confectionery business and sold candies, soft drinks, tobacco, etc. His lease was renewed by a deed of lease of date July 2, 1935. Under it he held until February 24, 1936, when he was dispossessed for non-payment of rent. The rent was regularly paid up to November 20, 1935.

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