Justice Douglas wrote the only concurring opinion of this case.

Justice Douglas wrote a dissent where he strongly objected to the majority's decision.

Justice Douglas wrote that it was unfortunate that the court agreed to take the case.

He went on to state that Justice Douglas's question "properly tests the limits of our theory."

Justice Douglas maintained a busy speaking and publishing schedule to supplement his income.

Justice Douglas predicted that it would be difficult to develop a cost-based rate for gas sold by independent producers.

Justice Douglas found the airways to be public property, a reversal of common-law precedent.

When Justice Douglas retired on November 12, 1975, he had served a total of 36 years and six months.

Justice Douglas, concurring, implied that the Court's ruling did not go far enough.

Justice Douglas was fully committed to his causes.