§ 23-17-102 - Railroads may operate telegraphs and telephones -- Authority.

23-17-102. Railroads may operate telegraphs and telephones -- Authority.

Any railroad company incorporated by the laws of or operating lines of railroad within this state, upon filing its assent to 23-17-101 -- 23-17-108 and 23-17-113 in the office of the Secretary of State, shall thereby become clothed with the rights, powers, and duties provided for telegraph and telephone companies.