Tbe findings of fact by tbe judge, wben there is evidence to support them, are as conclusive as tbe verdict of a jury. Matthews v. Fry, 143 N. C., 384, 55 S. E., 787.

There is abundant evidence in tbe record on this appeal to support tbe findings of tbe judge.

Tbe general rule is that if tbe promise to pay is an original undertaking, it need not be in writing.

Tbe judgment below is

Affirmed.