(1.) THIS appeal is preferred by the sole defendant against the preliminary decree passed by the learned Additional Subordinate Judge, Srikakulam in o. S. No. 74 of 1988, dated 06-12-1990.
(2.) IN this appeal, though the respondents-plaintiffs were served, there is no appearance on their behalf.
(3.) I have heard the learned counsel for the appellant-defendant who has taken me through the records of the case. I have considered the pleadings, oral and documentary evidence as well as findings of the trial Court.