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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1911
Page
4
In a detailed critique Burns and McDonnell argue against a gravity system from Shell or Paint Rock, 25 miles away. They cite limited flow from an 8 inch line, high construction costs over rough terrain, rail-haul expenses, and annual maintenance of wooden pipes versus steam plant viability.
Engineers Burns & McDonnell argue cast iron pipe offers long life and lower total cost for Basin. They compare wood wrought iron steel and concrete and warn gravity mains are impractical due to friction and high cost for small and large diameters. They note competition among nine ty one hundred percent cast iron suppliers and emphasize unbiased guidance for future growth and adequate water supply.
Alice Bradford, a fifteen year old who lived in Basin with her mother Mrs. Etta Bradford before moving to Greybull, died Monday at her mother's home. Ill for about four years, she was the daughter of Ralph Bradford who was killed in a nearby cave-in about a year ago. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church with Rev. H. E. Shepherd officiating and burial followed at Mount View Cemetery.
Dr Carter was recalled after returning from She! Inie Monday night due to the dangerousness of Mrs Dent of Trapper. J A Farbien, dentist, Phone 41.
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