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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
7
The government released land for a well that will provide gas to the two towns for the upcoming winter. Officials congratulate residents and thank them for cooperation in securing this energy supply for years to come.
Cody Enterprise reports prolonged wait ends as French bankers and Senator Taylor push Oregon Basin Wiley ditch deal. A four man delegation from France and U S figures visited. consensus favors finalizing papers in Kansas City and commencing work soon. Preparatory tasks begin this winter with actual construction in spring. no further delays anticipated. Also notes upbeat local items and advertising from Harmony Hair Beautifier and Rexall Drug Store. Episcopal services at Dr. Andrew's Church.
Basin Caany No 5586 Modern Woodmen of America held their annual election of officers with J A Berry as Consul Josh Ells as Advisor L O Gray as Clerk D L Der as Banker M Barnes as Bacon Wm Gideon as Watchman H L Wice as Sentry M H Smith as Physician and 5 F Pedderene as trustee
An old notice advertises box candies sold at 36 cents per dozen by Ole Fegin Steam Laundry. It also promotes viewing shop windows for an appealing assortment of confections in Basin.
The piece notes diverse German Christmas traditions from candlelit trees and church services to Oberammergau rituals with the Christ Child as guardian. It mentions Hanovers’ candlelight, gifts, and comic verses, plus broader reflections on Christmas cheer, costumes, and social observations on manners and cost of living.
In New York City and other cities editors discuss the tango, labeling it a form of dancing like the one step. Critics fear moral impact. supporters predict shifts in cultural taste. Some teachers consider adopting a new style, while others call for a return to traditional dances. Butte Miner notes the debate rides a wave of public interest and moral concern.
A curious tidbit from Globe Sights questions the patent on patent leather and satirizes public figures. The piece notes inconsistent views on haircuts and jokes about a busy bachelor caring for a baby nephew amid broader social commentary.
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