Southern Cotton Oil Co. v. Duskin

The plaintiff contends that Mrs. Duskin was liable as a partner for the debts of Dawson Milling Company. This contention is based upon the rule that promoters of a corporation who are granted a charter, but make no effort to accept the charter by complying with its requirements, will be held liable as partners if they go forward with the business.

The plaintiff’s position is that Mrs. Duskin was a promoter, and that she took part in the business of Dawson Milling Company and therefore is liable as a partner.

That Mrs. Duskin, her husband and son jointly filed a petition and obtained a charter…