Chicago & Alton Railroad v. Kirby

Supreme Court of the United States · Decided 1912-05-27

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Mr. Justice Lurton delivered the opinion of the court. Action in assumpsit to recover damages for the breach of a special contract for the shipment of a carload of high-grade horses from Springfield, Illinois, to New York city. There was a jury, verdict and judgment, which was affirmed by the Supreme Court of Illinois. The facts essential to be here stated are th…

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