Rubenstein v. People's Lumber Co.

These two cases involve identical issues, were heard together in the circuit, and come here in a single record on appeal. While there are three defendants, the issues require reference to but the People’s Lumber Company and it will be styled defendant in this opinion. Suits to foreclose mechanics’ liens proceeded to decrees on July 5, 1923, granted plaintiffs herein 15 days in which to pay the amounts found due, and, in default of payment, authorized sales of their properties. In October, 1923, and more than 15 months from the time of filing the bills for foreclosure, plaintiffs tendered the…