WAIVER.
Mr. Teeter's bill [H. R. 393] relating to service of summonses and publication of notice in civil actions, was considered on the third reading.
Mr. Shiriey explained that it is to give the defendant power to waive the service summons and publication of notice, and so save costs which he may he unable to pay.
Mr. Johnson said this practice of waiver has already obtained in some counties, and this bill was to remove doubts about the legality of a very good practice. The bill was finally passed the House of Representatives - yeas 75, nays 4.