Jeffreys v. . R. R.

FAIRCLOTH, C. J., and FURCHES, J., dissenting. As this case depends entirely upon the construction of a written instrument, it seems proper to set out the entire instrument. We have placed in parentheses the only section that can by any possibility afford a basis for the contention of the defendant, and have italicized some important words. The alleged release is as follows:

"Southern Railway Company. To S. B. Jeffreys, Dr. Address, Greensboro, N.C. Payable to S. B. Jeffreys. Address, Greensboro, N.C. Know all men by these presents, that, for, and in consideration of the sum of forty dollars,…