Narjes v. Litzau

Julius J. Olson, Justice.

Plaintiff’s negligence action resulted in a verdict for him. Defendant’s motion for judgment notwithstanding was denied, judgment in conformity with the verdict entered, and he appeals from the judgment. There was no motion for new trial.

Defendant is a farmer. His large and commodious barn, 34 feet wide and 64 feet long, was in need of improvement and repair. This required the loosening and removal of a considerable amount of old bricks and stones therein. His Ford truck was used to haul away the stuff. The barn has within it a driveway or alleyway some eight feet in…