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Show 195 A And between Miles 27 and 29, about two miles, it has the characteristics of a straight river. Q Two miles appears to be practically the greatest distance where it is straight? Mr. Farnsworth: Do not lead him quite so much. He does not need any leading. By Mr. Blackmar: Q I want to call your attention to plate 33 of this exhibit, to the curve here in the river shown on the plate ( indicating), that is marked at one end EE and the other DD, between Miles 61 and 68. What is that known as? A ( Examining map) That is the Benito Bend, I think, or the Horseshoe Bend. Q Bow Knot? A Benito; I think it is a Spanish name. Q And what is the distance around that curve ( indicating on map)? A Approximately seven miles; between 6 3/ 4 and 7 miles. Q And how much across the neck? By the Special master: Q A quarter of a mile? A Yes, sir; just about a quarter of a mile. By Mr. Blackmar: Q On these plates, Mr. Hoyt, there are certain references here. Just for the purpose of information, tell me what 2159 |
