Mitchell v. Lea Lumber Co.

This is an action to recover for damages to real estate resulting from the driving of shingle bolts down the Des Chutes river, and to enjoin the further use of the stream for the purpose of floating shingle bolts. It is particularly sought to enjoin the further use of the stream for the purpose of floating shingle bolts in such a manner as to cause erosion of the banks of the stream or the formation of jams whereby timbers or sediment are cast upon the plaintiff’s premises, and also to restrain the defendant from trespassing upon the banks of the river along the plaintiff’s premises. The…