California Court of Appeal January 27, 1909, Civ. No. 509. (Steiger Terra Cotta & Pottery Works v. City of Sonoma)

CHIPMAN, P. J.

This is an action for the recovery of the possession of specific personal property or, if delivery cannot be had, for the value thereof.

■ The facts are not disputed so far as they concern the main question involved.

One MacQuiddy entered into a written contract with defendant, city of Sonoma, to erect a city hall. This contract was duly recorded and its validity is not questioned.