Hudson v. Grand Trunk Western Railway Co.

While plaintiff and his family were crossing the intersection of West Prairie street and defendant’s railway, in the village of Vicksburg, their Ford automobile was struck by defendant’s east-bound passenger train. The collision resulted in the death of his baby, 13 months old, injuries to himself, wife and 3-year-old boy, and the destruction of his automobile. Plaintiff began this suit to recover for his personal injuries, and also the damage to his car. The jury awarded him $2,212.

Defendant’s counsel considers his assignments of error under two heads, and contends:(1) That no actionable…