Scott v. Frazier — Opinion of the Court
“ There was no diversity of citizenship and jurisdiction was rested solely upon the alleged violation of constitutional rights. The District Court rendered a decree dismissing the bill on the merits; the judge stating that he was of opinion that there was no jurisdiction, and directing the dismissal on the merits to prevent delay, and to permit the suit being brought here by a single appeal.There is no allegation that the loss or injury to any complainant amounts to the sum of $3,000. ”
