Washington Supreme Court April 4, 1900, No. 3413 (Mears v. City of Spokane)

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Fullerton, J.

This is an action for personal injuries received from a fall on the sidewalk of the appellant city, caused, it is alleged, by the negligent act of the city in permitting snow and ice to accumulate and remain upon the walk.

The charter of the city of Spokane provides:

“ Sec. 220. Sub. I.