Wilkinson v. Taylor Manufacturing Co.

Citations

• 67 Miss. 231

Syllabus

<p>1. Statute of Frauds. Writing signed. Reference to another paper. Identification by parol.</p> <p>If a paper signed by the party to be charged makes such reference to another writing as that, construing them together, all the terms of a bargain are expressed, it is sufficient under the statute of frauds ; and parol evidence is admissible to identify the paper referred to and apply the reference:</p> <p>2. Same. Offer in writing. Acceptance.</p> <p>Where there is a written offer to purchase certain property on definite terms, and a response stating acceptance, the communications being signed by the respective parties, and the answer bears internal evidence that it refers to the offer, the two papers are to be read together, and constitute a contract in writing.</p>