American Bridge Co. v. United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co.

The condition of the bond in suit is “that suit on “this bond may be brought against the surety herein by anyone who, in the absence of this bond, would be entitled to a lien upon state property as provided by chapter 88 of the Laws of 1927.” The above chapter of the Laws of 1927, extends the application of P. L., c. 217, ss. 15-24, to those who perform labor or furnish materials or supplies by virtue of any contract for public works with the state or any subdivision thereof; permits and in some cases requires that a bond be given by the principal contractor to the state; and provides that…