Field v. Walton

KEETCH, J., pro tem.

This is an appeal by the plaintiff from a judgment allowing but single damages in an action for unlawful detainer.

According to the allegations of the complaint the. plaintiff leased to the defendant certain premises situated in the city of Santa Barbara for a term of five years, the lease expiring May 31, 1924. On April 21st, or a month prior to such expiration, the plaintiff notified the defendant in writing that she would require possession of the premises upon the termination of the lease. Defendant, however, failed to surrender possession on May 31st, and suit was…