In re Roberts

An examination of the proceedings in this matter fails to reveal any ground for vacating the assessment, complained of, and we might, perhaps, with propriety, rest our decision upon the brief opinion expressed by Mr. Justice Lawrence on denying the petitioner's application. But we think it bettor to elaborate the views expressed by him. The act of 1813 (chap. 86) directs the mode in which the expenses of local improvements shall be ascertained and assessed. It provides that the mayor, etc., shall appoint such skillful and disinterested persons as they may think proper, to make the estimate…