Anderson v. Chesapeake Ferry Co.

Apprehensive of the results and misunderstanding which attend the conclusion of the majority, I feel bound to state my reasons for believing that a correct application of sound principles leads to a different result.

The question for our determination is not the measure of compensation which the State should receive for the use of its sovereign power in taking over the properties of the Ferry Company in the interest of the public, but what is the measure of compensation to be paid the Ferry Company for the temporary use of its properties by the State.

No evidence was taken in the case.…