G.R. No. L-20089| December 26, 1964 BEATRIZ P. WASSMER, vs. FRANCISCO X. VELEZ G.R. No. L-20089 December 26, 1964 Rationale: An affidavit of merit stating no facts , but merely an inference that defendant’s failure was due to fortuitous events and/or circumstances beyond his control, is held to contain a conclusion of fact, not a fact. Case Summary: Facts: 1. The facts that culminated in this case started with dreams and hopes, followed by appropriate planning and serious endeavors, but terminated in frustration and, what is worse, complete public humiliation. 2. Francisco X. Velez and Beatriz P. Wassmer, following their mutual promise of love, decided to get married and set September 4, 1954 as the big day. 3. On September 2, 1954 Velez left this note for his bride-to-be. Dear Bet — Will have to postpone wedding — My mother opposes it. Am leaving on the Convair today. Please do ...
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