MR. JUSTICE SWAYNE delivered the opinion of the court.
Prior to the 1st of December, 1865, a copartnership existed in the city of New York, under the name of J.K. & E.B. Place. They were dealers in groceries. The members of the firm were James K. Place, Ephraim B. Place, and James D. Sparkman. The latter was a special partner. Under the law of New York, such partners can put a limited sum at risk, and are liable for nothing beyond it. At the date mentioned, this...
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