126 Iowa 241 | Iowa | 1904
On the 18th day of April, 1901, the plain
agency cannot complain if a degree of care and skill in the construction and maintenance of necessary apparatus and machinery is exacted commensurate with the dangers involved. McAdam v. Cen. R. & E. Co., 67 Conn. 445 (35 Atl. Rep. 341). See Overall v. Louisville E. & L. Co., 20 Ky. 759 (47 S. W. Rep. 442). Such is the rule with respect to other instrumentalities, and no reason can be suggested justifying’ an exception in favor of electricity.
The rulings on the admissibility of evidence were correct, and the instructions refused, in so far as correct, were included in those given, which, when considered together, are not subject to the exceptions urged.— Affirmed.