Elder v. Anderson

This action was brought by plaintiff’s mother, Laura M. Elder, as guardian ad litem for her 17-year-old son, for claimed damages from an alleged libelous statement made by five defendants who were all of the duly elected trustees of the Caruthers Union High School District, and defendant Harry R. Anderson, who was the superintendent and an employee of said district.' Said defendants were not named in their official capacities. The alleged libel is part of an extensive special announcement mailed to many members of the general public within the boundaries of the school district. The portion of…