Poppen v. Wadleigh

Christianson, Justice.

This is an action for damages sustained by plaintiff as the result of his eviction from 65 acres of farm land leased from defendant. Defendant counterclaimed for the value of certain crops allegedly appropriated by plaintiff and for other damages. At the trial, the jury returned a verdict for plaintiff. Both parties appeal. Defendant appeals from the order denying his alternative motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict or a new trial. Plaintiff appeals from an order denying his motion for judgment for treble damages.

Plaintiff is the owner of a farm in Douglas…