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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1911
Page
7
Official Big Horn County paper lists Basin passenger train schedule. Southbound No 311 departs daily at 11 31 p m and another at 1 30 p m with _additional notes_ for Basin departures.
Residents welcome active oil industry work near Basin as Burlington prepares Mae south of town. Reclaiming land east of the river and wiring water supply promise growth. Public support urged to advertise the country and cooperate with Burlington to attract homeseekers and boost prosperity in the coming year.
The article urges settlers to verify water supply before land purchase, noting irrigation schemes in the west often fail for lack of water. It extols the Big Horn Basin as having inexhaustible irrigation water, arguing strong water rights ensure reliable harvests and rising land values for investors and settlers.
City urges immediate weed cutting on streets and vacant lots. Residents should be notified and authorities must enforce work if residents refuse. Critics note compare weed control to water system spending and question political alignment within the Democratic Solid South.
The senate approves a bill admitting New Mexico and Arizona as states. The fate depends on President Taft who may veto or let the measure become law without his signature.
It is hoped that if the commission ers appropriate 300 dollars for the use of the state immigration board they will be given assurance of support and funding for ongoing operations.
A fragmented discussion contrasts the Big Horn county stance with the southern region over a measure now tied to Canada. The reciprocity issue has unsettled Canada and appears more pronounced than in the domestic arena as Congress debates the measure.
In a Cheyenne interview William Rockefeller claims good times ahead and notes rising car numbers reflecting stronger wealth. He highlights an increase in automobiles in the West signaling economic optimism.
A questionable view of Admired Togo’s reception in the United States suggests it should not reflect any signs of pro-Japanese feeling. The remark implies scrutiny of international sentiment within the U S during the period.
The Basin Woman's Club hosted a Wednesday dance in the new bullring by Johnson-Pease, raising funds to entertain state federation delegates. Co D members departed for camp, while Mrs. Pease and a volunteer committee organized decor, punch, and music by G Ralph Hoover and Mrs. Harry Hime, with praise for Basin Pharmacy and J B Thompson Lumber.
City council approved a four inch water main extension of 1496 feet for Broadmoor users and a two inch line of about 300 feet to F E Judkins Hokage Heights. An ordinance caps automobile speed at 12 miles per hour and a municipal court and police justice were authorized. Bids for tapping the new water works will be opened next Monday. Rebates were granted to W A Sizer for 375 valuation excess taxes and to George Grambler for 3.30. The meeting adjourned to next Monday evening.
Wednesday marked Judge James F. Lampman life achievement as he kept his age a secret noting he appears no more than thirty. The Republican party wishes him long life and continued health while he enjoys the day in a restrained style.
W. J. Colling reports that yesterday a boy entered his premises and stole about half the copies on one of his finest trees. He has identified the likely culprits and may file a complaint today.
Mr Mason, working on the water ditches, ran a pick through a low foot mast on Tuesday. Dr Harrie dressed the injury, but recovery will take time before he can return to work.
In a tangled domestic scene, Elisabeth accepts a marriage proposal from Guy despite her heart's grim proof of loveless life. Margaret reveals Richard's death, prompting Elisabeth to confront a life of wealth at the cost of feeling. She resolves that Guy’s love, though not wealth, remains her only true fortune.
Hunger, apology, and a chance meeting draw Dabney Hawkins and Hilda together as a dog disrupts a torn family scene. With no supper and no cook in sight, they share ham and eggs, planning a future united by need and affection despite past quarrels and looming pressure from Bill Bexton.
Broadmoor Land Company to place city water lines in the Broadmoor addition after council decision to extend the system. Meewas Sizer and Hart approved routing a line south on Fourth Street for about 1264 feet beyond the current extension, enabling homebuilders to connect. Prospective builders have awaited such facilities, with several new houses expected within the year.
Local writers describe resources climate and opportunities to attract settlers. Readers are urged to share papers with eastern contacts and order multiple copies to promote development of the area.
J. A. Taylor and his wife from Lead, South Dakota, arrived last Saturday and are lodging at the Rogers House. Taylor works for Mrs. A. H. Siaypeon in the bakery.
At a state commercial bodies meeting in Cheyenne W Y Wood of Sundance was named chairman and H BD Gates of Worland secretary. C J Williams of Greybull chairs the finance committee. The group approved skipping Omals land show exhibitions in Pittsburg New York and Chicago. Some polled Hereford cattle at Elkhorn Ranch on Horse Creek listed for 85 to 100 dollars each. F Hormel 28 Shell Wyoming.
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