taking by eminent domain
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From 274 U.S. 215 - Liggett & Myers Tobacco Co. v. United States · 1927Most cited · 63 citing opinions
Navy order N-4128 did not purport to be an offer to purchase; it commanded delivery of specified merchandise. Plaintiff's consent was not sought; it was not consulted as to quantity, price, time or place of delivery. The Navy relied upon the compulsory provisions of the acts of Congress and commanded compliance with the order. The acceptance was not the closing of a contract; it was the expression of purpose to obey.