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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1918
Page
3
The letter prints an upbeat wartime mood urging resolve as propaganda hails American resolve and the hoped-for downfall of Germany. It mocks German rulers and envisions the American eagle soaring to devastate the empire, with patriotic tone pervading.
The piece urges Republican voters to come to the polls on August 20 for the Wyoming primary. It promotes incumbents and new candidates as loyal, qualified choices and frames voting as a patriotic duty amid wartime politics, urging conscience-led participation.
W. B. Kimball writes from Scollard Alta on July 10 1918 that his 100 acres of wheat and 20 acres of oats are badly burned with no rain, threatening profits. He plans to move to Manderson and will stop in Billings. He sends regards to the office hound Tom.
Mrs. W. A. Robb is appointed chairman of the knitting department and will be at the Red Cross rooms on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Boxes of knitted goods and hospital garments are packed for Denver and for overseas relief, with emphasis on aiding soldiers, hospitals abroad, and war zone civilians.
J H Montgomery declares his candidacy for the state legislature from Big Horn County subject to the 1918 primaries. He will campaign on the platform recommended by the state Republican committee at their recent meeting in Cheyenne.
A candidate announces for sheriff of Big Horn County subject to Republican voters in the August 20, 1918 primaries. He asks for support from party members and the community.
For county treasurer, subject to Republican voters at the August 20 1918 primary. Mazie V Rhodes asks for support and promises to give the office individual attention and perform duties to the best of ability if nominated and elected.
A nomination sought for the office of Sheriff in Big Horn County. The plea requests Republican voters’ support at the August 20 primaries and asks for suffrage to be cast in favor of the candidate.
A county candidate urges voters to back him in the Republican primaries on August 20 1918, stating that if he has served well as sheriff he would value their endorsement at the primary.
The note asks for Republican support at the August 20 primary for a four year term. It pledges to use time for the benefit of Big Horn County if elected and seeks patronage from party members.
F H Barrow former secretary to Congressman Mondell has been in Basin for several days and left for Newcastle Wednesday. His stay aimed at locating here and the community hopes he may settle among them as a western progressive figure.
A candidate declares intent to seek the nomination for the state representative seat to succeed himself, subject to the Republican party's wishes at the August 20 primary.
Joseph H. NeVille announces his candidacy for representative from the district to the Wyoming state legislature. He urges GOP voters to support him in the August 20 primaries, noting his former service and intent to advance war measures for the people.
A speaker announces candidacy for the office of representative to the state legislature under the Republican banner subject to the party primary on August 20. He pledges strong adherence to Republican principles and to upholding the party platform.
A candidate files to run on the Democratic ticket for sheriff in Big Horn County, announcing intent to seek the office at the upcoming August 20 primaries. The statement emphasizes official candidacy and party alignment.
Ishmael Jefferis announces his bid for Wyoming State Auditor as a Republican. He cites mercantile and cattle business experience, legislative service, and support for prohibition and war effort. Newcastle July 18 1918.
George W. Perry is presented as a strong Republican candidate for state treasurer in the August primary. He has served as vice president of the Sheridan National Bank and as president of the Wyoming bankers association, while contributing as editor for the Sheridan Post and Rawlins Republican.
H. D. Buebner declares candidacy for county commissioner to serve a four year term subject to Democratic voters at the August 20 primary. He asks for support from the electorate.
Edith C Scott announces seek nomination for Big Horn county clerk at the upcoming August 20 primary. She pledges full-time service and open books for voters if nominated and elected.
T W Spratt declares candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Big Horn County commissioner for a four year term. He pledges to manage county affairs with the same prudence and efficiency as his personal life, promising a sane administration as his friend and servant.
For County and Prosecuting Attorney. For County and Prosecuting Attorney. For the office of county and prosecuting attorney of Big Horn County subject to the Democratic primary on August 20 1918.
A note from a resident named Sherify appeals to friends for broad backing as a candidate gesture. The message hints at a campaign push but lacks formal details on office or dates.
Democratic candidate for county attorney announces acceptance of primary election August 20. He claims no fees paid by Big Horn county for attorney services during his term and that he has defended the county treasury against improper expenditures while pursuing liquor vice and gambling law enforcement.
Gilmore Hartigan appeals for the Democratic vote in the primary pledging to continue policies of stricter government, higher school fund fines, prison terms, and state care of minors, arguing for prohibition and cleaner governance during wartime.
A Basin town treasurer candidate addresses unease about potential bias toward her husband and father who are bankers. She explains state depository law binds banks to deposits via county commissioners and indemnity bonds, asserting funds will be allocated in legal, fixed ratios. She notes she has followed the rule for three years and invites readers to claim a chain found with proof at The Republican office.
Washington officials announce a three week campaign for the fourth liberty loan from September 28 to October 19 with an expected 6 billion dollar issue at 4 percent. The plan aims for intensified outreach and more worker enlistment by business leaders. President Wilson’s participation is undecided.
London dispatch celebrates American troops on the French front. The Daily Mail quotes praise for their vigor and heroism, noting that Americans win repeated successes not just by bravery but by intelligent, profitable fighting. It highlights a unit renowned since the German offensive began, fighting at a crucial point after limited prior action.
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