City of Grand Rapids v. Bennett

This is a proceeding to open Campau street, now a cul-de-sac, through to Ferry street.

Error is assigned upon the admission of the opinions of witnesses as to the necessity of the proposed opening. Eight witnesses were asked one of the following questions :

“What have you to say about its being or not being a necessary public improvement?

“From your knowledge of that part of the pity, and your acquaintance with its past and present condition and its present growth, state to the jury what reasons you have why the opening of this street is or is not a necessary public improvement, if you have any…