Scott v Gillmore; 6 Jul 1810

References: [1810] EngR 393, (1810) 3 Taunt 226, (1810) 128 ER 90 (A)
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A bill of exchange, part of the consideration for which is spirituous liquor sold in less quantities than of 20s. value, is totally void, though part of the consideration was money lent -The statute 24 G. 2, c. 40, s. 12, making illegal the sale of spirits in less quantities than to 20s. value, unless paid for, extends to spirits mixed with water.
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