Blackwood's Island v. Stodola

Factual Background

This case involves ownership of the easternmost part of an island in the Arkansas River where the Two Rivers Park was constructed and is located (hereinafter referred to as the "island" or the "island property"). At some point prior to 1915, the island did not exist. This island is close to the south bank of the Arkansas River.3 The appellants' claim to the property is through what is referred to as the "Bullock chain of title" and the appellees' claim to the property is through what is referred to as the "Blackwood chain of title."

Appellants claim ownership of part of the…