Wyoming Central Irrigation Scheme Faces Legal Challenge
The Wyoming Central Irrigation Company and state officials pursued a scheme to seize ceded Wind River lands by delaying water delivery. Contracts, escrow funds, and a so called bond were used to pressure settlers, while officials later canceled water rights but allowed continued company actions, sparking accusations of deceit and favoritism.
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Framing a Stupendous Grab in Wyoming Land Case
A fragmented report accuses the Wyoming Central Irrigation company of derailing settlement by using water rights and land deals to secure a vast land grab. Officials from four Wyoming departments are alleged to assist, with tomorrow promised further exposure on the land department's role and the broader conspiracy.
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Rhode Island
Wyoming
Land Department of Wyoming
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