Fordney Tariff Bill Passes House in 196 to 86 Vote
The Fordney emergency tariff bill passed the House 196 to 86 after eight hours of debate. Supporters argued it would aid farmers while opponents warned of higher living costs and class legislation.
24 Dec 1920
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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1920
Page
1
The Fordney emergency tariff bill passed the House 196 to 86 after eight hours of debate. Supporters argued it would aid farmers while opponents warned of higher living costs and class legislation.
Cyrus Beard chief justice of the Wyoming supreme court died at his Cheyenne home after a three day illness from neu ralgia of the heart. He was 70, a 30 year Wyoming resident, and had served 16 years on the bench elected 1904 re elected 1912 and again this year. He acted as chief justice in 1911 12 and 1914. A prominent Mason and Knight Templar, he served as grand commander of Wyoming Templars. He was regarded as one of Wyoming's strongest legal minds.
Joe Rogers and Bella Tufte were married Thursday morning at the home of J. P. Zane with Justice Bonwell officiating. The ceremony used the ring rite in the presence of Ed Tufte and Mr and Mrs H G Scott. The couple will live in Greybull where friends wish them joy.
Mrs. Trixie Miller and Mrs. Anna Bolduc sue C. A. Zaring and Mrs. N. M. Cook over a disputed agreement on Josiah Cook’s property. The suit claims the first wife’s estate share, with the trial before Judge W. C. Mentzer and counsel from Basin Sheridan and Cheyenne. The judge took the matter under advisement. a ruling is expected soon.
The U S Shipping Board turns five freight and passenger ships to the Admiral Line of Seattle for intercoastal runs from New York to Los Angeles and San Francisco via Havana and the Panama Canal. The 85S Wenatchee sails its first excursion from New York around January 29 and will enter Puget Sound Trans Pacific service as part of a permanent merchant marine expansion.
The Thermapolie Record published a Christmas edition on the 18th showcasing local business confidence and town prosperity. Warren J. Jones returned yesterday from a business visit in Billings.
On Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs D L Carr the marriage of Otto Frisble of Lovell and Laura Ramsey county demonstrator occurred with Rev Edward Bowling presiding. Families from Fort Collins and Lovell attended. The couple will reside in Lowell where the groom is stationed and the bride continues her county home demonstration work.
Deputy Ed Dawson and state prohibition officers raided Lovell leading to the seizure of a ten gallon milk can still and several gallons of moonshine. Phillip Rosenberger faces a hearing. Frank Falls and Murray Cottle are tied to gambling raids. County officials vow continued action against bootleg joints.
Manderson community notes cover gatherings at the Pickett home and a Jake Goodrich party, visitors traveling to Indiana Omaha Denver Montana Powell Basin Greybull, a car accident near Bonanza, and a basketball doubleheader where Manderson teams beat Greybull. Community members return from New Jersey for a visit and a dance is planned for tomorrow night.
The article notes Congress will maintain close scrutiny of estimates and continue rigid economy to save public funds. Elmer Dorn of Kane travels to Hyattsville for Christmas with relatives. Margaret Kretchman, a fifth grade teacher, is not expected to return after Christmas. the position remains unfilled.
A. J. Bankson returned from the Midwest where he had been for a month working on new well projects for major oil companies. The fourth grade has been split into two classes with J. J. Fleming in charge. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Coudding and daughter plan Christmas in Cody. J. J. Smith of Brokenback visited Wednesday. Attorney J. P Arnott handled legal matters in Lowell yesterday. Martin Dow of Burlington has business in town this morning.
The Midland Lyceum bureau under local schools will present the Willard Page artists at the high school gymnasium on December 31. Page is a renowned crayon artist. his work covers rainbow colors and he accompanies with stories. Mrs Page contributes a lyric piano voice with duets and solos. Admission is 75 cents.
A Cody jury awarded Milo Burke 8400 and F L Tolman 1500 against the state in a condemnation suit over a highway through Tensleep Canyon. The Park county trial, moved on venue, was before Judge P W Metz. Jurors viewed the highway route along Basin land.
A Christmas tree program will be held tonight at the M. E. church. Those in charge promise to spare no pains to make the evening enjoyable for all attendees.
The Greybull sheriff’s office, with warrants from Justice Bonwell, conducted raids Wednesday. Ben Garland faced unlawful possession of intoxicating liquor, Ed Richardson was held on the same charge, and W. H. Bulger was charged with selling intoxicating liquor. Prosecution by F A Little. Preliminary hearings set for January 17, bonds of 3500 each.
Emory Olmstead of Portland argues that citizens can ease the current money stringency by saving and spending with care. He urges a golden mean in household finances and predicts prosperity once savings reach five hundred dollars per family per year for two years, filling the postwar deficit.
President elect Harding moves toward a world peace plan based on moral influence of major powers and narrows cabinet prospects. Speculation centers on state and treasury posts with names like Dawes Weeks Reynolds and Hilles as possibilities while no offers have been made.
The Modern Woodmen of America local camp held its annual officer election last night naming Lou Blakesley C A X Johnson William Gibson treasurer D L Carr Bogert O E Johnson sentry Ed Duniway watchman Dave Johnson chief forester Dr M H L Smith physician P P Anderson and W F Johnson trustees Installation is set for January 13 Gerald Coons arrives from Casper to spend Christmas at home.
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