State Ex Rel. Crabbe v. Indiana, Columbus & Eastern Traction Co.

It is admitted that the franchise ordinance of April 25, 1908, contained the provisions herein set forth with respect to the paving and the local street car service by the respondent nnder the terms of the ordinance. It is also admitted that said ordinance contained the provisions in respect to the forfeiture of the franchise, as herein set forth. It is also admitted that the life of the improvement contemplated under the proceedings of the city council would extend beyond the term of the franchise, which expires on April 25, 1933.

A great deal of evidence was taken by the parties, much of…