Drumwright v. . Theatres, Inc.
Supreme Court of North Carolina
1Opinion of the Court
SCHENCK, J., took no part in the consideration or decision of this case.
2DissentBarnhill, J.
Civil action to recover damages for personal injuries alleged to have been caused by the wrongful act, neglect or default of the defendant.
On the afternoon of 24 April, 1946, the plaintiff, a student at Meredith College, in company with two fellow students, attended the matinee screen show at the Ambassador Theatre in Raleigh. This theatre is owned and operated by the defendant.
After purchasing their tickets and upon entering the theatre, they were informed by an usher that no seats were available on the first floor and…
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