Stevens,  J. — I.  A  somewhat  detailed  statement  of  the
record  is  essential  to  a  full  understanding  of  the  questions  to  be
decided  upon  this  appeal.  The  Qoose  Lake  Drainage  Ditch  was
established  by  the  board  of  supervisors  of  Clinton  County  in
1895,  and  constructed  at  a  cost  of  approximately  $10,997.87.
