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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1919
Page
2
President Wilson urged a new direction in labor policy on May 19, calling for democratization of industry with worker participation in decision making. The piece notes railroad brotherhoods pushing government purchase and operation under a tripartite board, interpreting his remarks as support.
The Guggenheim Syndicate, led by ex Senator Simon Guggenheim, reportedly moves into Wyoming with plans to acquire titles and options for oil production. Casper hosts representatives to seal contracts while Gates Oil of Oklahoma joins as a founding asset. The move positions a powerful, globally connected syndicate to rival major oil players.
A sample editorial questions federal bills backed by Kenyon and Kendrick. It argues the measures would regulate the meat packing industry and threaten American business by moving toward government ownership. The piece warns against autocracy and urges readers to defend individual enterprise.
Bradstreet notes general price rises for essentials while lumber remains comparatively low. Charles Keith warns U S lumber supply is under half normal due to war draft labor losses and building restrictions. production may not recover soon, urging Western states to expand industry and convert timber into diverse products to maximize output.
Based on expert judgment of industry insiders the western metal trades face labor radicalism as mine operators grant wartime wage scales while metal prices lag. Metal Crafts demand seniority control and monthly contracts, threatening stability. Operators favor yearlong deals and hiring choice to avoid disruptive strikes. Public sympathy for strikes is low as industry recovers from depression.
Work has begun on a $100,000 dehydration plant in Cowley Wyoming. The Wyoming Dehydration company led by H M Louis of Powell and backed by eastern investors plans to start operations in September. It will process potatoes and vegetables, with a focus on the Aristocrat brand.
A dehydration plant to process 250 barrels of potatoes per hour is being erected on the south side of the Burlington tracks with fuel from Occidental Gas & Oil lines. Heat units will deliver 17 000 cubic feet of air per minute at 700 degrees, serving a potential crop area of about 20 000 acres. Louis hires H. Johnson, with former federal experience, plus two former county agents, under supervisor Major H. Eyrich, noted for wartime aviation camp work and recommended for the Distinguished Service Medal.
Evening meetings listed for Basin Lodge No. 29 K. of P. first and third Fridays. Temple Lodge No. 20 A. F. & A. M. meets second and fourth Wednesdays. Eastern Star at Fraternity Hall second and fourth Mondays. Basin Lodge No. 35 O. O. F. meets every Tuesday. Basin Encampment No. 16 I. O. O. F. meets second and fourth Fridays. Eliza Rebekah Lodge No. 26 I. O. O. F. meets first and third Mondays. Basin Camp No. 6686 I.W. a second and fourth Thursdays.
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