People Ex Rel. Department of Public Works v. Nahabedian

This is a proceeding in eminent domain instituted by the State of California, acting through its Department of Public Works, wherein the latter seeks to acquire the full fee interest in certain parcels of land, including the whole of the improved premises which were owned by appel lant, Lydia Mascotti, and which were identified in the pleadings and will hereinafter be referred to as Parcel 3. Respondent, in its complaint alleges ‘ ‘ that public interest and necessity require the acquisition of (Parcel 3) for State Highway purposes,” and further alleges that Parcel 3 is being taken “for…