Embry v. Hargadine, McKittrick Dry Goods Co.
Citation
105 Mo. App. 257 (1907)
Facts
Stub — to be completed.
Issue
Stub — to be completed.
Holding
Stub — to be completed.
Rule
Contract formation is governed by objective manifestations; if a reasonable person in the offeree’s position would understand the words as an offer and acceptance, a contract is formed regardless of the offeror’s subjective intent.
Significance
Classic case on the objective theory of contract formation.