Chicago & Erie Railroad v. Harshman

James W. Harshman, appellee’s decedent, lost his life by being thrown from a wagon in which he was riding. The accident resulting in his death was alleged to have resulted from the negligence of appellant. Jonathan Harshman was appointed administrator of his estate, gave bond, and assumed the duties of the-trust. The decedent’s estate consisted of personal property and a half interest in a gas well. The record shows that the estate was solvent, and, after payment of all debts, there remained over $600 for distribution to the heirs. On February Y, 1895, the administrator filed his final re*24port,…