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Show 5575 Hite - X 3582 25 recession of the water were the main delays and interruption in work? A I think so. Q Yes. Just one further question, Mr. Hite. When you built this scow or boat that you spoke of to take the equipment down that you brought in with this 20- mile outfit, what sized lumber did you use? A Well, I bought that lumber, but I will tell you -- the bottom was 2- inch lumber; I remember that; and I think that the sides part of the way up were 2- inch, and the bends were 2 by 6' s. The frame of the boat and the rest of its was inch lumber, about 12 inches wide. It was all clear pine. Q How high above the level of the bottom of the boat did you build up? A That is a long time ago. Q Yes, I appreciate that, Mr. Hite. A I think about three feet. Q About three feet? A And so a man could stand conveniently -- |