01 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1912
Page
1
Judge Boarman explains reasons for ruling against the Tensas Parish levee board in the land case. The decision outlines legal grounds and the court's interpretation of applicable statutes affecting flood control and property rights.
The Tensas Basin Levee Board land sale dispute with the Tensas Delta Land Company involves nearly 1,000,000 acres sold in 1898. Judge Boarman cites laches and ten year statute of limitations, rejecting fraud relief and signaling possible appeal by Col. R. G. Pleasant. The decision emphasizes disclosure of fraud and the need for diligent discovery and avoids continuing relief due to elapsed time.
Fragmented report covers legal cases and official notices with references to Col. John Conklin retirement, land fraud suits in Louisiana, and court decisions on demurrers. It also lists sales items, fabrics, and clothing reductions, blending judiciary detail with advertising copy.
A weather report notes unsettled conditions with showers tonight and Sunday and cooler temperatures tonight.
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