Williams v. Gibbes (61 U.S. 535)

THESE were cross appeals from the Circuit Court of the United States for the district of Maryland. In the report, the first case only will be mentioned, viz: that of Williams against Oliver's executors.

The case was formerly before the court, and is reported in 17 How., 239.

The facts are stated in the opinion of the court.

It was argued by Mr. Davis, Mr. Dulany, and Mr. Martin, for Williams, and by Mr. Reverdy Johnson and Mr. Campbell for Oliver's executors.

The decree was for $9,686.33 in money, and $19,215.95 in stock, instead of $22,866.94 in money, and $32,847.77 in stock, as claimed by the appellant.

Mr. Justice NELSON delivered the opinion of the court.