Chapman v. . Tea Co.

This is an action to recover damages for personal injuries which the plaintiff suffered when he was struck on the head by an awning which fell on him while he was standing on the sidewalk in front of defendant's store in the city of High Point, N.C.

The action was begun in the Superior Court of Guilford County on 3 January, 1936.

It is alleged in the complaint that plaintiff's injuries were caused by the negligence of the defendant, as specifically alleged therein.

This allegation is denied in the answer.

In further defense, and as a bar to plaintiff's recovery in this action, the defendant…