Tremendous sale ties up 2000 acres near Big Horn canal
The Shedd-Sizer interests have completed negotiations to sell 2000 acres along the Big Horn canal to M A Randel and S E Smith, finalizing the basin area’s remaining land under Hart-Sizer segregation. The deal signals strong outside investment in high priced lands and boosts Basin area development with new homes, additions, and local building projects. The sale mirrors expanding alfalfa, wheat, and fruit farming under a growing rancher class, drawing attention from visitors like Mondell and Newell who praised the land’s value and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Randel
8. E. Smith
Ailong
Big Horn Canal
Messrs Shedd-Slzer
Boies C. Hart
Randel
S. E. Smith
Basin
Mr. Hustis
Mondell
Newell
Alamo Beach
Mr. Mondell
Mayor Collins Undergoes Second Urgent Operation
Basin mayor W. B. Collins faced a second operation after a failed recovery pace. Surgeons Drs Harris and Carter performed an abdominal appendectomy to remove a diseased appendix with drainage. Physicians reported his condition as improving and prayers from Basin residents continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. 8. Collins
Basin
Collins
Father Enders
Mullen Secures Narrow Primary Victory for Governor Nomination
W. E. H. Mullen won only a four vote majority in the Monday primaries, failing to secure the popular vote for the gubernatorial nomination, according to reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. EH. Mullen
First Bread Flour Debuts At Wise County Hotel Exhibit
The Big Horn Milling Company introduced Challenge flour in a loaf and French rolls last Friday afternoon baked by H. H. Wilbois at his hotel. The pastries have been displayed in Wise's drug store for a week, drawing attention. Shorty Wilbois praised the flour, and J. B. Whaley delivered the first sack. Hurrah for Challenge Flour. Buy it, bake it, and eat it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Horn Milling Company
H. H. Wilbois
Wise
Shriver
Shorty Wilbois
J. B. Whaley
Mrs Shaw's Reception Draws Basin Ladies In Approbation
A reception for Mrs Charles EB Shaw drew Basin's ladies in full force yesterday after her cards announced Mr Shaw would be at home Thursday afternoon. Attendees praised Mrs Shaw's personal esteem and the social local scene, noting tasteful attire and a bright, sunny street atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles EB. Shaw
Basin
Mr. Shaw
Basin Blessed Be Basin Snow Report Confusion
A stray verse from the Enterprise Sheri Dan notes snow on Wednesday in Basin but states Basin did not receive snowfall. The oddly phrased item creates confusion over local weather events and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheridan
Basin
Worland Mayor Robertson Noted Visitor to Basin
Worland mayor Robertson has spent extensive time in and around Basin, appearing as a fixture there. The text implies affection for the town and its people from the official.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worland
Basin
Robertson
Baath
Forest fires devastate Idaho region prompt federal aid
Aug 24 dispatches report northern Idaho forest fires forcing evacuations around Couer d Alene and Wallace. Idaho Governor J H Brady orders state troops from American Lake to aid relief efforts while President Taft prompts federal support and 30 companies plus medical staff are deployed. Death toll rises with confirmed casualties near Saltese and Cedar Creek as crews fight to contain blazes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boise
Ida
J. H. Brady
Idaho
American Lake
Couer d'Alene
Beverly
Mass
Patt
Leonard Wood
Governorady
Norris
Montana
Hay
Washington
William H. Taft
Spokane
Wallace
Souer d'Alene
Milwaukee Road
Saltese
Cedar Creek
Idaho Divide
Oregon Gulch
E. D. Hale
Bullion Mine
Burke
Mullan
Rocker
Avery Mont
St. Joesph
Weigle
William McKay
They Went To Greybull On The Noon Train
A. Garing Feier Waders Rey Shepherd and Under Sheriff Ed Cusack traveled to Greybull by noon train. Garing went on matters Enders carried survey equipment likely for surveying the political field. Rev. Shepherd rode the last car to the platform. Jusack bore two grips to receive oil drilling proceeds on his ranch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Garing
Feier Waders
Rey Shepherd
Ed Cusack
Greybull
Mr. Garing
Mr. Enders
Rev. Shepherd
Shepherd
Jusack
Basin Streets Grading Contract Awarded to E C Fisher
To Grade Six Miles Street, The Broadmoor people have let the contract of grading their streets to E C Fisher. Six miles will be embraced in the contract, a sizable job for Basin. The project will create work for many men or extend Fisher’s already large force, aiding Basin’s growth and land needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broadmoor
Republican
E. C. Fisher
Biggest Barn Erected In Big Horn County
William V. Gould plans a barn proclaimed as the largest in Big Horn County. The project will use fifty thousand feet of lumber supplied by J. B. Thompson Lumber Company and Foster & Son will construct the building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William V. Gould
Big Horn County
J. B. Thompson Lumber Company
Foster & Son
Mrs Wise Hosts Card Party For Visitors From Waterloo
Mrs Wise and Mr FF A Wise host a small card party this evening in honor of Mr and Mrs W G Wise from Waterloo Iowa who are their guests. The event brings together neighbors and admirers for an intimate social gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FF. A. Wise
W. G. Wise
Waterloo
Iowa
One Thousand Votes Drive Piano Contest Subscriptions
The Republican offers one thousand votes per new subscription and five hundred for each back subscription as the September fifteenth deadline nears for the nabary piano contest. Candidates mobilize supporters to secure votes by visiting potential subscribers and rallies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ics
Republian
Thiae
Thut
Dhes
Superintendent Brown Plans Retirement to Ranch Life
Superintendent Brown, known for examining many teachers, said after leaving office he intends to go to his ranch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown
Bowman Brother Visits Basin Amid Illness
Rusaw P. Bowman, president of Medicine Lake Bank at Medicin wake Montana, brother of Postmaster D C Bowman, is in Basin due to the illness of the latter. He notes plans to buy heavy draft horses and seeks at least two loads. Bowman traveled to Thermopolis Thursday for a day or two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rusaw
P. Bowman
D. C. Bowman
Basir
Rusaw P. Bowman
Medicine Lake Bank
Medicin
Wake
Mont
Bowman
Basin
Big Syphon Out in Shell Dite Area
Tom Olney reports a large syphon has failed near the Sweney ranch. A section about eight feet long will need replacement with a flume to restore flow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Olney
Sweney Ranch
Rumor of Park Fire Sparks Unverified Claims
Local reports claimed a fire in the National Park with several hotels allegedly destroyed. After careful investigation the Republican states many details could not be verified. two hotels named Thumb and Lake appeared in rumors but lack corroboration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Park
Thumb
Lake
Notice to Non-Resident Defandant Defancant to Myrtle Maples
Ed ward P. Maples filed a petition in the District Court of Big Horn County Wyoming on August 26 1910 seeking a divorce on adultery grounds. Defendant must answer by October 15 1910 or judgement will be entered as prayed. Plaintiff CO A Zaring attorney for plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrtle Maples
Meyer
Ilinois
Edward P. Maples
District Court
Big Horn County
Wyoming
Untes
Basin merchants Forecast Bright Future For Town Trade
Business leaders in Basin Wyoming express optimism on current trade compared to last year. They note more people on the land, rising pay rolls, and growth across shops, mills, and farms, with calls for more ranchers, crops, and broader manufacturing to sustain momentum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican
Basin
Wyoming
Reachem
Lou Zane
Harvey Hurst
J. J. Russell
Gas company to erect new building in town
The Big Horn Al & Gas plans a new building on the street amid arrangements tied to forthcoming measures. Informed officials indicate construction will begin before spring, with decisions affecting area streets and utilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Horn
al & Gas Company
Armstrong
Tie
Sud
Ehce
Apples on display in Republican window draw crowds
Last Friday, A. Z Hurtt showcased fine apple specimens in the Republican big window attracting passersby. Residents lined up to buy and sample the Yellow Transparent Duchess and Whitney No. 2 varieties, eager to eat these fresh fruits on display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Z Hurtt
Republican
Duchess and Whitney No. 2
Bowman returns home as brother improves after Rochester trip
E P Bowman postmaster of Mee teelge traveled to Rochester to bring back his wife Mra K C Bowman and has now returned to Mee teelge. He expresses cautious optimism about his brother following the latter’s arrival home and improving condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. P. Bowman
Meeteelge
Rochester
K. C. Bowman
Annual Meeting Notice for Horn Oil & Gas Co
The annual meeting of Horn Oil & Gas Co. will be held on Monday August 29 at the office of the concern in Basin. Mr A Durham who is at Thermopolis will return to attend the same.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horn Oil & Gas Co
Basin
Durham
Thermopolis
McGee Family Arranges Basin School Entry
J H McGee of Burlington and his daughter Miss Gene McGee visited Basin late last week to arrange the latter's entrance into Basin public schools. Mr McGee is father of J C McGee of the Wyoming Security Investment Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. McGee
Burlington
Geneleve McGee
Basin
McGee
J. GC. McGee
Wyoming Secuurity Investment Co
Will Examine Teachers Under District Superintendent
Superintendent Brown arrived at Basin yesterday with a large group of capable teachers. About twenty will take examinations starting today and ending Saturday, covering common branches up to higher math and some dead and foreign languages. Registered teachers include Hazel Bender Florence Butts Jessica Medaris Belva Perkins Minnie Harma Bessie Strong Jennie Cannell Winfred Conger Nims Tiffany Mia L Dana Gebo Clara Lester Colter Birdie Riter Mary McIntyr Erna Morrison Embar. Examinations will be held in the high school building and led by Supt. Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hazel Bender
Lucern
Florence Butts
Crosby
Jessica Medaris
Belva Perkins
Minnie Harma
Bessie Strong
Jennie Cannel
Win’ Fred Conger
Cody
Nims Tiffany
Mia L. Dana
Gebo
Clara Lester Colter
Bird
Basin notes and visits amid town chatter
Miss Fale O Rue visits Ther mopolis before returning to Thermopolis. Dornberger family arrives including Mrs Schteiger and Andrew Dornberger. For sale cheap two Basin dwelling lots on Seventh street by G B Brigham Basin Furniture. Sim Armstrong supervising sewer and gas work at Burlington hotel for Ble Horn Oil. Mrs Perry hosts sister Mrs R A King visiting from Vietor Colorado.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fale O. Rue
F. I. Rue
Thermopolis
Schoe
P. L. Dornberger
Schteiger
Andrew Loenbarger
Lambert Dornberger
Cius
Helen Dornberger
Basin
Seventh Street
G. B. Brigham
Basin Furniture
Sim Armstrong
Greywall
Burlington
Ble Horn Oil & Gas Co
Perry
R. A. King
Vietor
Colo
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Ridgely
Alamo
Broadmoor Company
New York
J. D. Johnson
Johnson & Bailey
Johnson
I. E
Jenkins
Mecklem
Fedderson
J. F. Ewers
Huntley & Thompson
Gilmore Hartigan
Foster
J. B. Thompson Company
Roy Armeling
Carter and
Harris
Mullen
Wilbois
Mrs. Shaw
Missoula
Oles
Edith Rech
Mabel Allen
Jennie Henry
Mildred Hageman
Carrie Judkinss
Mary Scholz
Edna Moses
Grace Taylor
Mamie Carling
Tella Sprague
Lottie Henkla
Grace Agee
Agnes Avant
Annie Smith
Hazel Early
Della Garland
Mary Grabbert
Marie Brown
Nellie Mead
Dora Germeroth
D C. Bowman
Fectioner
Gus Allen
B. F. Wickwire
Colorado
George Scambler
Basin Bo.tl.n
A. E. Lewis
Rosers House
Iind
Bois Cy
Hart
Spaulding
Dru
Vemeany S
Hurtt
Anual Meeting Gas Co
Will
Prof. Brown
al Basin
Plac
Supt. Brown
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