Lemen v. Davis, 230 Ill. App. 680 (1923)

July 19, 1923 · Illinois Appellate Court
230 Ill. App. 680

Gladys L. Lemen, executrix of the last will and testament of Harry R. Lemen, deceased, appellee, v. James C. Davis, director general of railroads, as agent, operating the Chicago & Alton Railroad, appellant.

Action for death of husband resulting from collision between his automobile and train at a grade crossing. Judgment for wife for $8075.00. Appeal from the City Court of Alton; the Hon. L. D. Yager, Judge, presiding. Heard in this court at the March term, 1923.

Affirmed.

Opinion filed July 19, 1923.

C. E. Pope, for appellant; Silas H. Strawn, of counsel. Wm. P. Boynton, for appellee.

Mr. Justice Barry

delivered the opinion ofi the court.