Effective - 28 Aug 1945
247.010. Formation of public corporations. — Sections 247.010 to 247.220 are intended to make possible, through public corporations, conveniences in the use of water, ample in quantity for all needful purposes and pure and wholesome in quality, furnished from common sources of supply to many inhabitants of our state now denied such privileges; and thereby promote public health and sanitation, make available conveniences not otherwise possible, and for the general public welfare.
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(RSMo 1939 § 12620, A.L. 1941 p. 353, A.L. 1945 p. 846)