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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1916
Page
4
A Basin Wyoming newspaper letter critiques a local primary election and a Democratic ballot, accusing party bosses and calling the primary system inefficient. It cites names like John Kendrick and John Clark, questions the primary’s representativeness, and suggests reform or repeal to curb ballot manipulation.
In Rustler Basin region the Democratic primary yielded Sheriff Wickwire and County Attorney Collins as top vote recipients. The editorial attack on county Republicans failed, as readers backed efficient officials with strong records of investigating and prosecuting lawful complaints. The piece defends officials and invites any concrete crime evidence for prosecution.
Worland resident and prominent attorney W. W. Rich arrived in town on business today, meeting local colleagues and handling legal matters during his visit.
The piece notes a postive push for policy before WWI, detailing mass unemployment among skilled workers and railroad idle time. It cites half a million freight cars idle, sugar land losses in Louisiana from tariff changes, and a lack of economic progress despite optimistic predictions by McAdoo Redfield and Wilson about a coming trade boom.
In Detroit Hughes emphasizes Americanism over militarism and pledges to protect citizens’ rights, framing labor as seeking a square deal for all and condemning class-based prosperity. He denounces politicizing public resources and warns against a low patriotic tone. Civil service critique targets displacing a scientist for a stock breeder.
The speaker warns against delaying a true Mexican policy capable of protecting American lives and maintaining the American name. He criticizes the administration for lacking a worthy Mexico policy and urges determination to honor the flag and national spirit.
The New York Sun reports Charles Evans Hughes carried explosives with him during a motor car search by a Canadian soldier. Officials say they were hidden under his hat. The incident is tied to the campaign and may influence opinions as Hughes plans a Western tour while contrasting Wilson's policies.
Mr Hughes attacks the kept us out of war argument citing Vera Cruz actions. He argues nineteen American soldiers died there and Mexican casualties occurred, calling the Veracruz move ill justified and questioning the promised nonintervention policy. He notes three explanations and suggests secrecy may have driven the decision.
A quoted remark critiques congressional spending saying the speaker would block "kiss me and I'll kiss you" style appropriations if elected president. It frames political leverage and ethical concerns about legislative favors.
After Hughes learns of his presidential nomination, readers await Wilson's official response. The brief note signals a pause before any further statements or plans emerge from involved parties.
In a speech attributed to Mr. Ugh ee, the speaker calls for American efficiency in business and the protection of human factors, insisting the American flag be unsullied and honored globally. The remarks, noted for strong nationalistic sentiment, emphasize corporate organization and national pride.
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