State, Ex Rel. v. Indus. Comm.

The principle involved in this case is a very fundamental one. The relators seek the issuance of a writ of mandamus, which is available only to compel the performance of a duty specially enjoined by law.

The respondent contends that the act thus sought to be compelled is not only not enjoined by law, but that it is unauthorized by law, and that the refusal to issue the voucher sought is based upon the want of legal authority so to do, as stated in their entry.

An examination of the statutes governing the Industrial Commission and its action and procedure in the administration of the Workmen's…