Washington Supreme Court January 18, 1892, No. 280 (Cattell v. Fergusson)

Scott, J.

This action was brought to foreclose a mechanic’s lien. The respondents entered into a written contract with one John C. Fergusson to erect a building upon certain real estate which the pleadings admit belonged to the appellant. Said John C. Fergusson and the appellant *542were husband and wife, and the respondents claim that he was also her agent, and acting for her in the premises.