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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1914
Page
4
From Big Horn County and Basin town paper advertisers note display and regular insertions with rates. Local classifieds show per inch and per line charges including first insertion and subsequent insertions, reflecting standard local rate structure.
County and Basin city officials listed with titles and names. Includes assessor L O Gray commissioners T Johnson M D Harris and T W Gpratt county clerk Lou Blakesley county attorney W B Collins clerk of district court R H Ahrens judge P W Mets court stenographer G Hartigan superintendent A F Fillerup sheriff B F Wickwire county treasurer Mrs Zela Murphy Basin City officials mayor J A Berry councilmen T W Spratt F M Hime Wm Gibson J W Gould treasurer S H Smith clerk Jas F Ewers attorney C A Zaring marshal J H Hanlon.
The European war embargo delays grain shipments from major ports causing railroad revenue concerns. Central west roads rely on crop movement for profits and bond obligations. If the war lasts months, farmers may gain high prices while others face higher living costs and broader economic strain.
The article urges citizens to vote in the upcoming Tuesday primaries to nominate party candidates for the fall election. It predicts Republican success in November and argues every party affiliate should cast a ballot to secure fitting nominees. It comments on embargo effects, food prices, and current administration policy.
A 19th century church notice from Pastor W. Albone requests that all members and officers attend next Sunday's morning services and promises to bring matters of vital interest to their attention. The message emphasizes the importance of giving attention to the forthcoming discussion.
An abstract by Amensor L. C. Gray shows sources of county revenue and counts of property including cultivated irrigated lands totaling 40 482 acres and other land types. It lists improvements, cattle numbers with values, sheep, horses, cattle types, and capital employed in manufactures and merchandise. Also included are notices of final settlement for several estates and administrator actions in Basin Wyoming during 1914.
Chicago August 11 War prices for food spread across the central west as four proposed congressional inquiries failed to check the advance. Farmers and stock raisers hold products hoping Europe demand will lift prices. Retail prices show increases since last week with beef pork and lamb higher. An investigation by the council committee on public markets will meet state officials civic leaders economists and dealers to assess price justification.
County commissioners invite bids for wrecking and rebuilding of the Carnegie Library with plans on file in the county clerk office. Bids for work with and without drainage plans to be opened at 2 PM September 1, 1914. Submit to County Clerk Basin marked Bids for Re building Carnegie Library. The board may reject all bids if not in county interest.
Washington report on Oscar Underwood's war claims amendment threatening a flood of Confederate land claims from 1865. Republicans warn of treasury drain while Democrats, north and south, push the precedent. Also church notices and local traveler updates.
Cure and walls are the safest and surest method of trading in wheat, corn or oats. Loss limited to amount bought with no further risk. Open an account to buy puts or calls on 11,000 bushels grain for $10, or both for $20. Profit possible on small price moves. Bank Heisters? A. W. Neumann, Columbus, Ohio. City Meat Market offers seasonal produce.
Announcements from candidates across Big Horn County outline intentions to seek GOP nominations in the August 18 primary. J. K. Burnham of Lovell runs for County Treasurer, L. C. Gray seeks Assessor, and B. F. Wickwire campaigns for Sheriff. Public notices call for ads and endorsements during the primary period.
The speaker announces candidacy for the two year County Commissioner term on the Republican ticket. The nomination will be decided by Republican voters in the August 18, 1914 primaries. The statement is signed by 8.T. Johnson.
District Judge candidate C A Zaring seeks the Republican nomination for the Fifth Wyoming district court with voters to decide at the primary in Basin on June 5, 1914. Otto, J P Mayer announces for County Commissioner two year term, primary August 1, 1914, seeking Republican support in Otto, Wyoming.
W S Collins announces candidacy for Republican primaries for County and Prosecuting Attorney of Big Horn County asking for friends support. Also notes another candidate, Wom C Snow, running in Democratic primary on August 18.
Announcement of candidates for County Commissioner four year term and Clerk of the District Court. Also bids for County Surveyor nomination. Primary elections set for August 18, 1914. Includes statements by T. W. Spratt and Clyde W. Athesly and notes on Big Horn County.
The text announces candidacies for county offices in Basin Wyoming in 1914. G M H Smith seeks Clerk of the District Court, basing on Republican primary results. A U Kimble declares for County Superintendent of Schools, subject to Republican primary approval on August 18, 1914.
The candidate for County Superintendent of Schools solicits backing from supporters and friends. Mrs Ruth Donaldson requests efforts in her behalf as the race for the Republican primary progresses.
B J Sullivan announces candidacy for renomination to the state legislature as a Republican, subject to electors in the party primary on August 18. He urges support from GOP voters to seek continued service in the district.
The passage states a candidate, likely Zela Murphy, announces seeking the Democratic nomination for county clerk. Mentions prior role as county treasurer and pledges faithful service to the people. Also references A. Mercer Jr drafting notes for Republican nomination for representative in the coming primary.
Thos M Hyde announces withdrawal as a candidate for nomination on the Democratic ticket for Fifth Judicial District judge and declares an independent bid for the general election. He cites nonpartisan judiciary as the principle guiding this choice and seeks support from voters who view judges as nonpartisan.
The candidate appeals to voters stating they have served as District Judge for the Fifth Judicial District for a year and a half in a creditable manner and asks for support in the primaries.
Notice of sale under an order of sale in Big Horn County Wyoming. Laura E Rupp sues W F Browns for real estate. Auction at 11 45 a m August 26 1914 at Basin Armory building to highest cash bid. Property includes parts of sections 20 21 township 49 range 93 west of the G P M. Sheriff BF Wigkvire to conduct sale. Mixed drinks and local chatter noted in surrounding text.
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