Supreme Court of Virginia July 12, 1852 (Young v. Highland)

Moncure, J.

delivered'the opinion of the court.

This was an action of assault and battery. The declaration contained but one count. The only plea was son assault demesne; to which' the plaintiff replied de injuria; and issue was joined thereon. Verdict and judgment were rendered for the defendant. On the trial of the issue a bill of exceptions was made part of the record.