The Archive · 1940

Partnership Case

ALLAN of al v7, A. 7. Beco Counsts.: Mr. J. R. Jones. for plaintiffs Mrs. By Newman Yor dten~

Before Sir Allan Mossop, Judge (Adjourned)

Shanghai, Apr. 11, Ju an all-day hearing Surpeme Court before Judge "Sit 'Allan Mossop, yesterday, Messrs, P. Allan, C.F. 'Pinel, W. 't Cromby und R, EL, Beardsworth of the firm Nielen' & Malcolm, claimed njuinetion to restrain the defendant Begg from practising as a consulting engineer, surveyor or fire Joss assessor at Shanghai, The plain-tin further claimed nominal damages for breach of a restrictive covenant their partnership contract. Mer. J. ones acted on behalf of the plaints and Mr. K. E, Newman appeared for the defence, Tu opening his case, Mr. Jones stated that the defendant had. been partner of the firm until July 25, the deed of partnership, jones continued, restrictions for retired or expelled partner were clearly defined in that the retiring partner would not be permitted to engage in business as a consulting Engineer, surveyor or fire-loss assessor in Shanghai, Canton and environs for a minimum period of five years.

"The hearing of the case was adjourned until 10 am, today.

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