Golliday v. City of Alton

Marvel Golliday, hereinafter referred to as appellee, filed her suit in the city court of Alton against the City of Alton, hereinafter referred to as appellant, to recover damages for personal injuries.

The case was tried in November, 1933, resulting in a verdict for appellee in the sum of $79. Upon the return of the verdict, appellee filed her written motion for a new trial. It was argued before the court and taken under advisement until February 7, when an order was entered setting aside the verdict and granting a new trial. After the lapse of more than 30 days from the entry of the order…