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Show 5089 3101 JOHN W. PALMER, a witness of lawful age, called by and on behalf of the complainant, having been first duly sworn according to law by the Special Master, was examined and testified as follow: DIRECT EXAMINATION BY MR. BLACKMAR: Q Will you state your name to the court, please? A John W. Palmer. Q You will have to speak a little bit louder. THE SPECIAL MASTER: IT is very difficult to hear in this court room. You must keep your voice raised as much as possible. BY MR. BLACKMAR: Q Mr. Palmer, where do you live? A Cannonville, Utah. Q What is your present occupation? A Carpenter and farmer. Q And by whom are you employed as a carpenter? A That last five years the Union Pacific Railroad Company. Q Have you had any experience on the Colorado river? A Yes sir. Q At what point? A Lees Ferry to Warm creek. Q What year was that? |
