Rensselaer Journal, Volume 12, Number 39, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 5 March 1903 — Test Swindling Scheme. [ARTICLE]

Test Swindling Scheme.

A good way to test a swindle is to offer a non-negotiable note when the time comes for signing. Mark out the words "order” or "bearer” which always follows the blank line on which is written the name of the party to whom the note was given. Make the note payable to him alone. That makes you all right. If the note is given in lieu for the contract which the other party offers, just write at the head of your signature "The payment of this note is made conditional upon the performance of a certain contract for which it is given.” Always remember that no matter what oral contract you may have, it will have nothing to do with the payment of the note.