Silverstein v. Board of Commissioners

This suit results from a collision of automobiles. Plaintiff claims $112.00 as damages to his car.

Plaintiff was driving down St. Charles Avenue closely followed by defendant’s automobile. A dog ran in front of his car and, was pursued by a woman. In order to avoid injury to the woman, and/or the dog, plaintiff came to a sudden stop, whereupon he was struck in the rear by defendant’s automobile.

The case turns upon a question of fact, to-wit: Did the driver of plaintiff’s car give warning of his intention to stop, as required by the City Ordinance. The woman and dog were observed by plaintiff…