ed by the natural flow of the water, as deter mined by the general superficies or conformation of the surrounding country, as distinguishfrom an “artificial” water-course, for by the work of man, such as a ditch or canal.

(chiefly in New BHngland) a private way is one Jaid out by the local public authorities for the accommodation of individuals.and wholly or chiefly at their expense, but not restricted to their exclusive use, being subject, like highways to the public easement of passage. See Metcalf v. Bingham, 3 N. H. 459; Clark v. Boston, C.