King v. Tarlton

Decided May 15, 1790

General Court of Virginia · decided 1790-05-15

THIS was a special action on the case, brought in Saint Mary’s County Court, lor erecting a dam and overflowing and drowning land, parts of tracts called Brehon’s Purchase, Beaverdam, and Indian Bridge, lying in Saint Mary’s County, and for diverting an ancient water course.

Decided 1790-05-15

The Court

¶1were of opinion that the said Cecil was a com» ietent witness, and directed him to he sworn.

¶2The plaintiff excepted to this opinion.

¶3Yerdipt and judgment thereon for the defendants.

Thomas and Key, for the appellant.Stone and Merrick, for the appellees.

¶4The plaintiff appealed to the General Court, which Court affirmed the judgment of the County Court.