Brief Fact Summary
Plaintiff and defendant contracted for the delivery of "shirtings." Plaintiff contended that they delivered the "shirtings," but they were refused by the defendants, who justified their refusal on the grounds that the goods were offered after the time specified for delivery.
Rule of Law and Holding
In a contract where "time is of the essence," a purchaser is not bound to accept and pay for goods, unless the same are delivered or tendered on the day specified in the contract.