Drago v. Dorsey

Plaintiff, a widow, alleging that her three year old son was killed as the result of the explosion of a steam boiler belonging to defendant, sues for damages to compensate her for her loss.

Defendant is the owner of a dry cleaning and pressing establishment located on the corner of Dauphine and Ursuline streets.

The young child, in the custody of an aunt, sister of plaintiff, was walking along the sidewalk of Dauphine street, when a terrific explosion occurred on the premises of defendant. It is alleged by plaintiff, and, in our opinion, the preponderance of the evidence sustains the allegation…