¶1Paterson, J., concurring.—I concur. The remedy after a bill has been settled is provided by section 652 of the Code of Civil Procedure. A judge may be compelled to act by mandate, but his discretion cannot be controlled thereby.
84 Cal. 231
Thornton v. Hoge
Decided May 31, 1890
California Supreme Court · decided 1890-05-31
Alternative writ of mandate to Hon. J. P. Hoge, judge of the Superior Court of the city and county of San Francisco. The facts are stated in the opinion of the court.
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Decided 1890-05-31
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