United States v. 16,000 Acres of Land, More or Less

HOPKINS, District Judge.

These cases have to do with the war. The government in furtherance of the war effort has taken possession of perhaps in excess of 140,000 acres of farm land in Kansas. On application of the government, appraisers were appointed, who have filed reports from which the government has instituted countless appeals. These appeals should be heard and determined without further delay. The matter presently for consideration arises from affidavits filed by counsel alleging personal bias and prejudice of the judge of this court against the government and in favor of the…