Tigue Sales Co. v. Reliance Motor Co.

De Graff, J. —

The pleaded liability in this case finds its basis in Section 5026, Code of 1924, which makes the owner of a motor vehicle liable for damages to a third person when said damages result from the negligent~ operation of the motor vehicle by any person in. possession thereof and operating the same with the owner's consent. This statute is comprehensive and. tin-equivocal in its terms, and quite clear in its meaning and intent.

In the instant case, it is conclusively Shown that one Gean Swearingen was in the possession of and operating a certain ■ automobile (Hupmobile) licensed in…