In re the Proceeding by the City of Syracuse to Acquire Title to Lands of Eastman

Ross,

Official Referee. The city of Syracuse has constructed a reservoir near the west line of said city (I believe now is in the city) for storage and distribution of water for the use of the inhabitants of said city, and seeks by methods provided by law to acquire certain premises owned by Eastman for the purpose of laying upon said premises a supply pipe from the aforesaid reservoir connecting the same with the waterworks system now existing.

The owner, Mr. Eastman, answers, stating ■ thirteen different reasons why the city should not have the right to condemn his property as sought herein.

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