New York Court of Appeals March 10, 1891 (Benjamin v. . Rogers)

Eael, J.

This action was commenced about the 1st of December, 1886, to recover upon a promissory note, of which the following is a copy:

“ $4,000. Jointly and severally we promise to pay Nellie Petit, or bearer, $4,000, with use one year from date, value received.

“ Dated

January oth,

1880.

“LEMAN CALKINS.

“CALVIN L. HATHAWAY,

“HIRAM CRANDALL,

“As surety.