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Show 4234 2255 DAVID E. RUST, 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 follows: DIRECT EXAMINATION BY MR. BLACKMAR: Q Mr. Rust, will you state your name to the court, please? A David E. Rust. Q Mr. Rust, where do you live? A At the present time, Provo, Utah. Q Beg pardon? A Provo, Utah. Q How old a man are you? A Fifty- five? Q Generally, since you have grown to manhood, what has been your occupation? A Various occupations; been in the cattle business, taught school in several states, edited a newspaper, and so forth. Q Have you also been a prospector? A I have done some mining. Q Mr. Rust, when did you first become acquainted with the Colorado and the Green river? |