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| View Entry | Year | Case Name | County | Cause/Crime | Case Description | Division | Location | # Pages | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| View Entry | 1931 | Cincinnati, New Orleans,& Texas Pacific Railway Co. v. Sarah Hicks admr. of Ben Hicks dec. | Scott | Damages |
Ben Hicks was killed after being struck by a rail car owned and operated by the Pla. in error. Def. in error believes that the rail car did not have a proper lookout, did not attempt to stop and did not blow a warning whistle to alert Mr. Hicks. Def. in error is seeking damages for negligence. |
East | Range: 10 Section: B Shelf: Box Number: 1334 | 84 | Order A Copy |
| View Entry | 1931 | Mrs. A. B. Chitwood v. Tennessee Railroad Company | Scott | Workman's Compensation |
Plaintiff is the widow of A. B. Chitwood (dec'd), who was employed by the defendant. In 1930, her husband suffered an accident out of the course of his regular duties, resulting in his death. Plaintiff states the defendant is liable for funeral costs and support of her and their children through the Workmen's Compensation Act of Tennessee. |
East | Range: 10 Section: B Shelf: Box Number: 1350 | 148 | Order A Copy |
| View Entry | 1931 | Town of Oneida v. John Smith& Emma Smith | Scott | Garnishment |
The defendant is indebted to the plaintiff. The plaintiff wishes to garnish the defendants' wages to repay the debt. |
East | Range: 10 Section: B Shelf: Box Number: 1333 | 50 | Order A Copy |