Costs Overrun On Phyllis Canal Project Estimates
Controversy over Phyllis Canal construction costs shows Wiley estimate of 38000 plus 35 percent add-on may understate actual costs. Bid results for earth and rock moved raise total to about 52300, prompting board to reassess funding and projected completion threatening next year's water supply and farm viability. Repair of hillside work urged. readers pressed for action and accountability.
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Office of the Irrigation District
Wiley
Faris & Kess
Earth
Hedden
Mr. Wiley
Five Mile
Equal unity urged among Caldwell farmers on district goals
In a Caldwell Idaho column farmer readers are urged to study business matters, hold frequent meetings, and investigate district finances before blaming directors. The piece warns against rumor and promotes responsible inquiry, unity, and support for officers during the Pioneer District Board's early formation. It notes a meeting of G A R and W R C officers, a patriotic address, and thanks to the women's relief corps for hosting. It ends with a teacher examination notice in Canyon County.
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Ep. Trisune
P. I. Dist
Great
Pioneer District Board
Caldwell
Court House
Canyon County
Idaho
Cora B. Bran
of Public Instruction
Pioneer Irrigation District Financial Statement 1903 Report
The Bishop Idaho document outlines 1903 labor on canals including cleaning and improvements, salaries of water masters and superintendents, material costs for headgates and maintenance, and permanent enlargement work below Namipa. It notes election costs, legal services, damages paid to Huston Frost, and salaries of directors, secretary and treasurer. The Treasurer reports bond issues, funds on hand, interest and general funds, and outstanding warrants due to delinquent taxes with plans to redeem tax sale certificates.
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Namipa
Huston Frost
Neshee
Board of Arbitration
Ccc
Nampa
T. C. Edxston
Pioneer Irrigation District
Duke M. Farson
Sea Place
Howard Beste
Rae
Pla Carter
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Phyllis
Davin A. Clemens
Hugh Wilson
Grand Army of the Republic
Woman's Relief Corps
Post Department
Wm. C. Maxey
Helman
A. Moore
W. A. George
M. Wilson
E. C. Moore
The
Canyon and
Ada Counties
J Pater Intial
Nyine
Aaldwell Canal
Carpnet
Duke Farson& Co
Chicago
Howard Sebree
W. P. Carter
Arance
Treasury
Stern Aes
Eee Oilers
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