Near

This word, as applied to space, can have no positive or precise meaning. It is a relative term, depending for its signification on the subject-matter in relation to which it is used and the circumstances under which it becomes necessary to apply it to surrounding objects.

Barrett v. Schuyler County Court, 44 Mo. 107; People v. Collins, 19 Wend. (N. Y.) 60; Boston & P. R. Corp. v. Midland R. Co., 1 Gray (Mass.) 367; Indianapolis & V. R. Co. v. Newsom, 54 Ind. 125; Holcomb v. Dauby, 51 Vt. 428.