Senro v. Chicago & Northwestern Railway Co.
Supreme Court of Minnesota
Action in the district court for Lyon county to recover $1,999' for personal injuries. The answer alleged contributory negligence on the part of plaintiff, and that he assumed the risks of his employment. The reply was a general denial. The case was tried before Olsen, J., and a jury which returned a vérdict in favor of plaintiff for the amount- demanded. From an order' denying defendant’s motion for a new trial, it appealed.
1Opinion of the CourtBrown, J.
A stationary engine and boiler located in defendant’s roundhouse-at Tracy, this state, used for the development of steam power for the operation of machinery therein, became out of repair. One of' the flues commenced leaking, by reason of which water escaped into-the fire box and prevented the operation of the engine. It became' necessary to “plug” the defective flue, and the defendant’s foremam in charge directed that the repair be made. Wooden plugs were used,, one being driven into each end of the flue. After this was completed a fire was started and the engine set to work. Plaintiff was a…
2Cases cited2 opinions
- Watson v. Minneapolis Street-Railway Co.Supreme Court of Minnesota · 1893
- Atwood Lumber Co. v. WatkinsSupreme Court of Minnesota · 1905
3Cited by3 opinions
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- Johnson v. ScottSupreme Court of Minnesota · 1912
- Millman v. Drake & Stratton Co.Supreme Court of Minnesota · 1912