Childs v. City of Columbia.

Summary

The South Carolina Supreme Court affirmed the lower court’s refusal to grant an injunction against the City of Columbia. It held that the plaintiff failed to state a cause of action and that a municipal water contract without a definite term may be terminated on reasonable notice, with the municipality’s interest being the sole consideration. The court also clarified that municipal authority to contract for water to nonresidents does not impose public‑service duties.