O. L. Waller
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- Jun 25, 1914Tension Over Water Rights in the Horse Heaven HillsLandowners and irrigation developers meet in Prosser to resolve conflicting claims to the Klickitat River, highlighting the ongoing struggle for water rights in the region.Prosser, WA
- Oct 22, 1914The Fight for Clear Water RightsA new commission report proposes sweeping changes to ensure farmers and businesses can finally secure legal titles to their water.Olympia, WA
- Sep 14, 1916Engineer Criticizes State Road SpendingProfessor O. L. Waller warns that Washington is wasting road-building funds due to a lack of trained professionals and poor management of local materials.Pullman, WA
- Jan 4, 1917Use It or Lose It: Washington’s 1917 Water Rights ShowdownA proposed state water code would end speculation in stream rights and force landowners to put water to work—or forfeit the claim.Yakima, WA
- Dec 1, 1922The Looming Threat of Tenant FarmingProfessor O. L. Waller warns that as land prices soar, young farmers will be unable to afford to buy their own acreage, potentially leading to a new era of landlord-tenant agriculture.Yakima, WA