Repudiation and demanded fulfilment of the contract

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By written contract, Ames agreed to build a house on Bowen’s lot for $145,000, commencing within ninety days of the date of the contract. Prior to the date for beginning construction, Ames informed Bowen that he was repudiating the contract and would not perform. Bowen refused to accept the repudiation and demanded fulfilment of the contract. Eighty days after the date of the contract, Bowen entered into a new contract with Curd to build the house for $142,000. The next day, without knowledge or notice of Bowen’s contract with Curd, Ames began construction. Bowen ordered Ames from the premises and refused to allow him to continue. Will Ames be able to collect damages from Bowen? Please explain.

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