Connolly v. Scudder

I concur in the result. I am in accord with the view that disqualification by reason of a State of mind ought not to prevail, and that it must be assumed that Mr. Justice Scudder will approach the hearing with a mind open, receptive and fair. I am also in accord with the view that the task imposed upon the justice, pursuant to the legislative authority contained in the Public Officers Law, section 34, is a judicial task, and contemplates the conduct of this proceeding “ in a judicial manner ” and in the exercise of “ judicial power.”

On January 1,1928, the Governor designated Mr. Justice…