SMITH, J.
The question here is whether a certain road is public or private. We are getting these cases in increasing numbers recently. As the cities spill over into the country, as forested area and lakes come under private control, a conflict of interest is generated: The inhabitants of the surrounding area do not relish having their formerly-used roads or trails blocked off with barriers or chains. The new owners do not want trespassers berrypickers, fishermen,...
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