Hodges v. American Bakeries Company

HENLEY, Judge.

This is an action for $25,000 damages for the wrongful death of plaintiff’s husband. Verdict and judgment were for defendants and plaintiff appeals. This court has jurisdiction because the amount in dispute exceeds $15,000. Article V, § 3, Constitution of Missouri, V.A.M.S.; § 477.040, RSMo 1959, V.A.M.S.; Brewer v. Silverstein, Mo., 64 S.W.2d 289, 290 [1].

Plaintiff alleges the court erred in (1)\ giving instruction No. 6, on behalf of defendants, and (2) admitting in evidence the testimony of a witness for defendants. The case was submitted on excessive and negligent speed. It…