New York Supreme Court July 15, 1898 (Western Union Telegraph Co. v. City of Syracuse)

Hiscock, J.

By resolutions passed June 19, 1893, and December 31, 1895, permission was granted by the common council of the city of Syracuse to the plaintiff, ámongst other things; to construct and maintain a subway or conduit for its telegraph wires through. West Fayette street, between Franklin and West streets, with necessary manholes, etc.