Housley v. Strawn Merchandise Co.

J. H. Housley entered into a written contract with Moore & Co., a firm composed of J. B. Moore, Sr., and J. B. Moore, Jr., for the erection of two buildings on lots belonging to him. By the terms of this contract Moore & Co. were to furnish all materials and perform all labor and complete the buildings according to plans and specifications for a specified amount to be’ paid by Housley. Moore & Co. purchased materials from Strawn Merchandise Company to be used in the construction of the buildings, the purchase price of which was charged to their account. They failed to pay this account as they…