§ 2-20-14 - Measurement of mahogany and cedar. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 2-20-14

   § 2-20-14  Measurement of mahogany andcedar. – (a) In the survey and measurement of mahogany and cedar timber, there shall beallowed:

   (1) If the timber is sound and free from wane, two (2) incheson one side of the square, one inch on the other side and two (2) inches inlength;

   (2) If the timber is wider on one side than on the other, thetwo (2) inches shall be taken from the narrow side;

   (3) If wany, two (2) inches on each side of the square;

   (4) For rot and shakes, there shall be an allowance made asthe surveyor deems expedient, not exceeding one-half.

   (b) All timber that is wormeaten, very much rotten, badlyshaked or very wany, shall be denominated refuse, and allowance shall be madefor rot.