Dalton Street Railway Co. v. Scranton

Opinion by

Mr. Justice Drew,

The Dalton Street Railway Company brought this action of trespass against the City of Scranton to recover damages for the destruction of its tracks, poles, wires and other property in Scranton. A verdict was directed for plaintiff, but the amount of the damages was left for the jury’s determination; a verdict in favor of plaintiff without damages was returned. The latter’s motion for a new trial was granted and defendant has appealed.

The Providence and Abington Turnpike and Plank Road Company, hereinafter called the Turnpike Company, was founded in 1853, and its…