Gartman v. Hedgpeth

Mr. Judge Brewster

delivered the opinion of the Commission of Appeals, Section A.. This is a suit for libel brought by defendant in error against plaintiffs in error growing out of the publication of the following notice:

"NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

This is to notify the public that Tom Hedgpeth is no longer connected with J. Garvey Home Appliance Store. Pay all money due on merchandise purchased from this Company to L. J. Gartman or J. Garvey.

J. Garvey Home Appliance Store.”

The trial court sustained a general demurred to Hedgpeth’s petition and dismissed his suit upon his refusal to amend. The Court…