McConnell v. City of Knoxville

Plaintiff in error, Harry McConnell, hereinafter referred to as defendant, was convicted of selling condoms in violation of Ordinance No. 637 of the City of Knoxville, and his punishment fixed at a fine of $10'. He has appealed to this court and assigned errors.

Defendant is a duly licensed merchant operating a small stand, or store, on Market'street in the City of Knoxville. His stock in trade consists of certain small articles, such as candies, chewing gum, razor blades, and condoms. Ota. March 27, 1936, a police officer went to the stand operated by defendant and there purchased from him a…