Chambers Debate Carbon Black Law At Basin Chamber Meeting
Lovell and Cowley delegations sparred over a bill to repeal the carbon black law and place natural gas conservation under a state commission. State geologist figures were challenged by local supporters and opponents before the Basin Chamber referred the issue to directors for action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Cowley
Chas Taggart
David Lewis
Homer Hoskins
Basin Chamber
A. W. Coons
Lovell
George Barclay
Senate
Byron Field
Mr. Barclay
Chas
Taggart
T. K. Bishop
C. A. Zaring
R. B. West
Donald Moore Celebrates Ninth Birthday Party
Last Saturday marked the ninth birthday of Donald Moore son of Mr and Mrs A S Moore. About twenty five boy and girl friends attended a party at the family home with games amusements and refreshments. The guests departed wishing future happy occasions for the young host.
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Donald
A. S. Moore
Woodmen Install New Local Camp Officers
Last evening the local Woodmen camp M. W. A. installed officers led by Lou Blakesley as vice chair A X Johnson as W A D L Darr as banker R A Gould as escort Ed Duniway as watchman O E B Johnson as sentry W F Johnson as trustee R J Extra as P C D L Darr as delegate to state camp Lou Blakesley as alternate
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Lou Blakesley
V. C
A. X. Johnson
W. A
D. L. Darr
R. A. Gould
Ed Duniway
O. EB. Johnson
W. F. Johnson
R. J. Extra
P. C
Prosecution Policy Emphasized by Judge Mets and Sheriff
At a county conference Judge Mets urged that sheriffs and the county attorney decide prosecutions rather than victims of burglaries. He noted burglars have escaped due to loss restitution and said officers should judge prosecutions, not those suffering losses. The judge added no blame to officers for unreported cases.
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Sheriff's Office
Yeahday
Mets
Pardow
Judge Calls for Vigorous Action to Stop Burglaries
The judge urged investigations into alleged burglaries and prosecutions if evidence is found, regardless of victims' wishes, asserting that such practices must end in the region and vigorous action against offenders is the only remedy.
Owl Club Meeting Held with Notables in Attendance
Mrs. C. W. G. Dodge hosted a Monday evening Owl club meeting with regular members and guests including Mrs. R. L. Silver, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Coons, and Judge P. W. Metz attending.
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C. W. G. Dodge
Owl Club
Club
R. L. Silver
J. A. Coons
P. W. Metz
Harris hosts a bridge and dance for sixty six guests
Dr and Mrs C E Harris entertained last Friday with bridge where sixty six guests attended. Mrs R R Denny and J A Coons won the bridge honors. After refreshments dancing followed. The Presbyterian ladies aid will meet with Mrs R B West next Thursday afternoon.
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The
Presbyterian Ladies Aid
R. B. West
Jury Drawn for February Term District Court
Judge Metz orders the February term petit jury drawn with 50 plus members listed by surname and hometown. Names include Abraham, Kellersman, Nicholson, Brinkerhoff, Munts, Clark, Burroughs, Davison, Tillard, Jones, Brown, Adams, Denny, Alred, Unterzuber, Scott, Collingwood, Stevens, Burnham, Cozzens, Neves, Tibbetts, Small, Mitchell, Yarnell, Enders, Dockery, Curtis, Kimbro, Brunk, Luft, Rule, Conner, Engle, Moore, Boylan, Brown, Garner, Boyd, Beaton, Barly.
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Metz
John Abraham
Byron Frank Kellersman
Greybus
Glin Nicholson
Burlington
Travis Lee
Shell
Ira I. Egan
Byron
H. Burritt
Manderson
C. Gingrich
Basin
Warren Brinkerhoff
Lovell
Jabez Munts
Warren Clark
Frannie
Joe Brunk
Emblem
Louis Luft
Greybull
W. T. Rule
Victor Conner
John R. Engle
Moore
J. F. Boylan
James L. Brown
Kane Fred Garner
R. F. Boyd
Baain
Angus Beaton
Bruce Barly
Busy Secretary Seeks Farm Land and Local Cannery Interest
The secretary of the Chamber of Commerce reports many replies to current advertising. Farm land and farm parts for sale plus surplus crops and stock are listed. Two homeseekers’ cars and household goods will arrive next week. News of freight reductions boosts hay shipments. New members joined, and Wisconsin parties showed cannery interest. Farmers are urged to list land for rent with the secretary.
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Chamber of ‘Commerce
Wisconsin
Greybull Oil Growth Plans Tie to Big Horn Basin Fields
The Casper Tribune notes expansion at the Greybull refinery with land purchases adjoining the Standard Oil plant. It details expected growth from Grass Creek drilling, boosted gas potentials in the Basin, and new pipe lines from Elk basin to Frannie.
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Greybull
Standard Oil Company of
Indiana
Standard Oil Company
Montana
Big Horn
Grass Creek
Big Horn Basin
Byron
Hope Gas Company
Standard Interests
Oregon Basin
Buffalo Basin
Elk Basin
Casper Tribune
Ilinois Pile Line Company
Frannie
Burlington
Chamber of Commerce to Meet February 14
An important meeting of the Chamber of Commerce will be held Monday night February 14 in the lodge rooms at Fraternity hall at eight o'clock. Everyone is urged to be present as a question of vital importance is to be discussed and finally settled for Basin and the region. The hall has been secured to accommodate the expected large turnout.
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Chamber of Commerce
Fraternity Hall
Town Plans Recreation for Sheepmen Between Convention Sessions
The town aims to provide ample recreation for sheepmen during the long convention breaks, ensuring a balanced schedule amid the busy business sessions. The plan reflects local priorities and hospitality extended to attendees.
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Sion
Death of F W Ackerman in Basin
Frank Waverly Ackerman died this morning at 6 15 following a long illness. The cause was dropsy and he was 61. He is survived by his widow and several children. Funeral arrangements will be announced after relatives are heard from. An obituary will appear in next week issue.
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Frank Waverly Ackerman
Basin
Frank Ackerman
Samedi Bridge Club Meets with Mrs T Armstrong
Mrs. T. 8. Armstrong entertained the Samedi bridge club on Monday evening. First honors were won by Mrs. E. F. Peterson. Refreshments concluded a delightful evening.
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T. 8. Armstrong
Samedi Bridge Club
E. F. Peterson
Chamber of Commerce Adopts Conservation Resolution
A morning meeting of Chamber of Commerce directors debated gas and resource conservation and opposed placing control in any commission. They unanimously adopted a resolution urging state legislation to prevent waste with severe penalties and enforcement by designated officers.
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Chamber of Commerce
New Ordinance Requires Water Meters Be Installed
The town council approved ordinance 175 mandating water meters for users. Each user deposits 14 dollars, with rates on a sliding scale and a minimum of 2 dollars monthly. The meter rule takes effect March first, affecting over 300 water users who face about 4200 dollars in costs.
Divorces Granted in Chambers Ahead of Court Opening
Judge Mots heard several matters in chambers before the court opens next Monday. A divorce was granted for Nannie Kelley from H. H. Kelley and Corrine Harrows Sharp obtained a similar decree from Wm. A. Sharp.
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Mots
Nannie Kelley
Wool Growers Meeting Planned in Lovell
The Big Horn Basin Wool Growers association will meet in Lovell for their annual convention on March 3 4 and 5 led by President A L Pearson of Cody. Despite recent blows to the wool industry members intend to address problems and seek plans to sustain Wyoming's prominent wool production. Local clubs and citizens of Lovell are coordinating entertainment for attendees.
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Big Horn Basin Wool Growers Association
Lowell
Pesident
A. L. Pearson
Cody
Big Horn Basin Association
Lovell
Wyoming
Citisens
Manderson Girls Basketball Team Undefeated County Champs
The Manderson girls basketball team has defeated nearly every county opponent and last Saturday beat Worland to remain undefeated. Local supporters claim the county championship and a strong shot at the Big Horn Basin title.
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Manderson
Worland
Big Horn Basin
Old Clothes Drive Seeks Donations Before Deadline
The Red Cross hosts an old clothes drive urging residents to bring garments to the farmer’s room in the courthouse. Final date is Saturday February 19, with pickup by Boy Scouts on February 10 for those unable to deliver.
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Red Cross
Farmera Room
Court House
Boy Scouts
Wyoming Senate considers two million road bond and primary reform
The Wyoming legislature debates a 2,000,000 road bond under highway commission plans, with a spring special election to authorize highway indebtedness. Concurrently, Skovgard and Sibley push a modified direct primary, while other bills seek to reform state commissions and fund guarantees. The house blocks senate amendments to the soldier tax exemption bill as sessions continue.
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Wyoming
Senate
Highway Commission
Highway Department
Highway Committee
Skovgard and
Sibley
Skovgard
Board of Equaliation
Public Service Commission and Immigration Commission
Sheridan County
J. J. Barry
Sheridan
State Board of Education
Industrial Institute
Worland
Rawlins
House
A. H. Beach
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Rock Creek
Salt Creek
Big Muddy
Pile
Butte
Lance Creek
Hamilton Dome
Lander
Mule Creek
Midwest
Northwest
M. Gingrich
Ohio
Commissioner of the Land Office
Olympian Oil Co
Bonanza
Kansas
Soap Creek
Hardin
Big Horn Range
F. W. Ackerman
Samedi
Friends of the
Skovgard-Sibley
Kabell
Oviatt
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