Gallagher v. Monroe

In November, 1919, the defendants were engaged in constructing a concrete bridge over the Boyne river in the city of Boyne City. Water for preparing the concrete was procured from a hydrant on the street and was carried to the mixer through a 11/2-inch pipe, which crossed the sidewalk on Water street from 10 to 14 inches above the walk. The plaintiff, a married woman 37 years of age, testified that while returning from the business section of the city to her home she tripped on this pipe and fell, sustaining injuries. This action is brought by her to( recover the damages occasioned thereby.…