Ex Parte Adams

This is a mandamus proceeding directed to Hon. Richard V. Evans of the Tenth judicial circuit, seeking to correct an order pertaining to a motion for a new trial. The case made by the petition is briefly this:

Petitioner, as plaintiff, recovered a judgment on October 21, 1926, against Alabama Lime & Stone Corporation. Within 30 days the defendant moved for a new trial. This motion was continued by regular orders until January 8, 1927. Thereafter the following memorandum "orders were entered:

“Jan. 8/27. Passed to Jan. 15/27. Evans, J.

“Jan. 15/27. Passed to Jan. 22/27. Evans, J.

“Jan. 22/27.…