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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1919
Page
7
A Basin newspaper notes Basin merchants pledge support for developing industry and rural assets, highlighting the potato sector as a promising opportunity for local economic growth. The piece also surveys community concerns about a controversial local preacher and includes advertising rate details for Christmas display promotions.
The Republican force extends Merry Christmas greetings to readers and urges thoughts of the less fortunate and to cheer them this season. The text notes the Chamber of Commerce endorsing a plan to build a potato warehouse.
As in World War I era, Republicans in Congress back the administration to protect American citizens in Mexico and restore order. Senate and House leaders Porter Lodge press for no weak policy, aligning with Secretary Lansing. Carranza myths, I W W agitators, and past Veracruz salute issues surface in scrutiny.
The article notes a broad lack of understanding among owners, employees, government and the public in public utilities. It emphasizes the average citizen’s reluctance to distinguish between modern utilities and traditional concerns.
A discussion argues utilities resemble a public function requiring openness and public involvement. It urges widespread disclosure of financials, broader local ownership, fair returns, and inclusive problem solving to secure goodwill and just rate adjustments amid rising costs.
The Wall Street Journal condemns the excess profits tax as a highway robber that inflates prices and stifles output. It urges abolition along with other profiteering taxes, arguing they harm Western industries and raise living costs while the war debt remains.
A. B. Andreen of Cody, an overseas veteran and progressive young farmer, visits town to discuss matters with Lou Blakesley. His land on Irme Flat above Cody allows potato delivery to cars for 16 cents per hundred, minimizing road-distance effects on price.
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