Latham v. Roach

Citations

• 72 Ill. 179

Syllabus

<p>1. Negligence—in construction of structures on fair grounds. Individuals who hold a fair, and erect structures for the use of their patrons, are liable for any injury such patrons may receive by the breaking down or falling of such structures, if caused by the negligent or unskillful manner of their construction, and their liability can not, in any manner, be affected by their giving to such fair the name of an old society.</p> <p>3. Faihs—whether held, by society or individuals, a question of fact. Whether a fair held in the name of a society is held by such society or by individuals, is a question of fact to be determined by the jury.</p> <p>3. Instructions—objections to one may be obviated by others. Even if there be doubt as to the proper construction of an instruction given on behalf of one party, yet, if the instruction given on behalf of the other party entirely remove such doubt, there is no error.</p>