Turton v. United States

Appellant, who is the author of a treatise for the formation and operation of a world government under the name “United Nations,” filed this action in the District Court against the United States of America, alleging that the appellee was publishing various books and pamphlets entitled “United Nations,” which were compiled largely from appellant’s copyrighted books. The complaint charged copyright infringement and unfair competition, and sought damages in the sum of $10,000, and injunctive relief. The District Judge sustained appellee’s motion to dismiss the complaint.,

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