Jerrell v. Harrisburg Fair & Park Ass'n

The Harrisburg Fair and Park Association, a corporation, on and prior to July 4, 1916, was in possession of 40 acres of land lying about one mile north of Harrisburg which is used as a park and fair ground. At different times it had given exhibitions thereon consisting of races and agricultural fairs. Near the center of the tract of land was an oblong race track one-half mile around, the long way being east and west. For the accommodation of guests there was a covered grand stand furnished with seats located near the center of the south side of the track. Immediately east of the grand stand…