C., R. I. & P. R. Co. v. Grinnell

Beck, Ch. J.

— I. The leading questions of law involved in this case are important, and not without difficulty in their solution, and one of them, at least, has never before been passed *477upon by the courts. The case has been argued before us by counsel on both sides with great ability, and with that thoroughness and clearness which manifest extensive research, and complete familiarity with the law and the facts involved in the case. It is, indeed, the good fortune of this court to have so important a case presented in this thorough and able manner. Many questions are discussed by counsel,…