Crisp v. Nantahala Power & Light Co.

Under “Eminent Domain,” chapter 33, C. S., 1706, is the following: “The right of eminent domain may, under, the provisions of this chapter, be exercised for the purpose of constructing their roads, canals, lines of wires, or other works, which are authorized by law and which involve a public use or benefit, by the bodies politic, corporations, or persons following: . . . (3) Persons operating or desiring to operate electric light plants, for the purpose of constructing and erecting wire or other necessary things.”

Under said chapter the procedure for condemnation of land for public purposes is…