Wisconsin Power & Light Co. v. Public Service Commission

A proposition, whether in affirmative or interrogatory form, should be so phrased as to carry a true *288and complete meaning to those addressed. The voters of the city of Edgerton were asked to disclose their attitude toward the acquisition of a plant used for distribution of light, heat, and power. The rights and property were subject to purchase by the city, and the procedure was prescribed by statute. The utility company, by its acceptance of an indeterminate permit, is deemed to have consented to a purchase of its property actually used and useful for the convenience of the public by the…