Farm Service Company v. Tobin

— On February 27, 1954, plaintiff’s service station at Mount Joy was completely destroyed by fire after a gasoline pump was pulled over. Plaintiff claims the fire was caused by defendant’s negligence. The petition alleges the necessary elements 'of a case for tort. In count one it alleges five specifications of negligence. Count two relies on the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur. Following trial to the court judgment was entered for defendant. Plaintiff appeals. We affirm the decision.

Plaintiff asserts and argues the trial court erred: (1) in failing to invoke the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur…