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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1918
Page
7
The Republican carries a correction stating that Miss Gertrude Early and Don McKinney were not married. The Beaver Creek correspondence admitted the error and warned reporters to verify copy in the future to avoid harm to the individuals involved.
A district court jury committed Paul Peay to the state institution. Judge Frank I. Rue presided in Judge Metz absence. Dr H T Harris testified Peay’s mentality was below par and that proper care at the Lander institution would benefit him. Sheriff Wickwire will take him away soon.
The Honorable Robert D. Carey arrives in Basin to announce his Republican candidacy for Wyoming governor ahead of the August 20 primary. He emphasizes local roots and a nonbossisme approach, promising to serve the state’s best interests if nominated and elected.
The Bazin Republican notes Jo seph H NeVille seeks a second term as state representative to back the party platform adopted by the Cheyenne state committee. He argues for repealing the state highway commission law to empower county commissioners over local roads, citing the Lowell bridge dispute as example of current strain. He says continued service would let him finish unfinished legislative work.
Jim Grimes has leased the Pat Leavitt barber shop and takes charge. Pat Leavitt plans to visit family in Billings and Chicago before army induction. Mrs Leavitt will stay in Basin awaiting definite plans. The Central shop will continue the same courteous service. Also, Annie Alice Allen and McKinley Daugherty wed at Mountain View hotel officiated by Judge Bonwell with families from Beaver Creek Canyon Creek.
Dr. Van Slyke and Drs. King Geitzen and Cox of Omaha Nebraska returned to Basin from Paint Rock lakes after a one of a kind outing. They praised the Big Horn Basin scenery and noted a July snow storm on the way to the lakes. Fishing yielded many fine catches and they plan another Basin visit to tell friends of the county’s fine people. Charlie Shaw of Greybull stopped in Basin briefly Tuesday.
Washington July 30 officials forecast a looming buildup with at least two million American troops under General Foch to be in action before winter. Secretary Baker outlined plans for enlarged army appropriations and draft-age changes to expand the fighting reservoir, aiming near the five million figure discussed in Congress.
The discussion centers on a fixed timeframe for American forces in France and the draft age. The War Department proposed 19 to 26, Congress changed to 21 to 31, while supporters urge extending to 45. Critics warn of massive registration and little gain in fighting men. The goals include minimizing economic disruption while meeting manpower needs.
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