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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1917
Page
5
The piece mocks the idea of naming the new breed as Rushin Prus sians or Prussian Rushin while noting wartime food restrictions. It recalls history and urges 100 percent American resolve as the Council of National Defense gears up and Congress returns.
The Basin city council approved an ordinance setting saloon opening and closing times after months of consideration. Public support grew, and officials expect improved conditions. The move aligns with State Defense Council urging towns on the Union Pacific to adopt similar regulations and sets an example for Wyoming towns.
The article notes higher use of Red Cross Christmas seals this year and urges compliance with government regulations. Do not place seals on the front of letters. postmasters will return letters with seals on the address side. Seals may be placed on the back of letters.
The message urges Bisin people to greet Hesin boys serving the country with Christmas cards. It notes they may be strangers yet appreciate hearing from home and emphasizes support for those in uniform.
A farmer family hosts Uncle Dan who argues that America must rapidly mobilize for World War I. He urges universal military training for physically fit young men and emphasizes the need to support Allied forces, win the war, and defend liberty and democracy.
Jack Meanea son of Joe Meanea of the local carpentry trade has joined the navy. He writes home about homesickness and pride in service letters, describes ship duties loading supplies and coal, and says he will return after the war. He notes support for including Turkey and Bulgaria in the war and cites President Wilson.
Mrs Ruth Donaldson reports from Honolulu that the Pacific Commercial Advertiser printed a full edition devoted to Queen Liliuokalani’s funeral. The queen, though not active in government for years, remained beloved by her former subjects and the last royalty of Hawaii.
Basin churches schedule a week of prayer with leaders from Baptist Episcopal Presbyterian and Methodist congregations. Monday December 10 at Baptist church Dean Watkins leads and future announcements will appear in this paper.
The president's message continues from page one as aides work on drafting a formal document shortly after the address.
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