Florey v. City of Burlington

Smith, J.'

Defendant, City of Burlington, maintains Crapo Park, situated on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. On July 30, 1953, plaintiff, Garnet Fay Florey, a thirteen-year-old girl, fell off a cliff in the park and suffered personal injuries for which she brings this action by next friend. The jury returned verdict in her favor upon which judgment has been entered. The defendant has appealed.

The action is based on alleged negligence of the City in failing to maintain a fence, guardrail or other barrier, to post warning signs or notices to advise of danger, or to have on duty a guard…