HUDGINS, Chief Justice.
Harvey L. Howlett, in this action against the City of South Norfolk, alleged that the city had negligently raised the grade of Wright avenue, the street in front of his residence, thereby causing surface water to flood his lot and stand under his dwelling, to his damage in the sum of $5,000. The jury returned a verdict for defendant, on which judgment was entered.
Plaintiff bases his right to recover entirely on the alleged negligence...
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