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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1913
Page
4
The Basin Republication records indicate entry as second class matter at the Asin Wyoming post office on June 90 1905 under the 1879 act.
The piece argues that Mexico is near anarchy with rapid revolutions and roaming bands. It stresses the Monroe Doctrine and the need for US action or political changes to prevent foreign power disruption on the border and protect foreigners’ rights.
Farmers gathered Saturday to hear B C Rumsey on dairy cows and their potential to transform farming in the area. The talk highlighted higher profits from alfalfa, but noted farmers lack capital. local banks plan to help enterprising farmers start with standard bred cows, signaling growth for the dairy sector this year.
The week brings the annual state board of horticulture report with Basin orchard photos and claims Basin as the premier fruit area. A farmers' institute is urged for spring to share views and hear from experiment station staff. A Montena source predicts prosperity by March 20.
Dairy expert Horalis Larryman argues cows need warmth and ample fresh air to sustain milk production. He cites Professor King on providing breathable stables that also keep cows warm, warning against stabling in foul air which harms milk flow. He urges farmers to learn physiology and ensure proper conditions for profitable returns.
The Wyoming legislature approved bill 35 to levy a three eighths mill annual tax for University of Wyoming maintenance. It will provide about $70,000 for the coming year with modest growth expected as property values rise. This replaces the previous half mill tax yielding about $7,000 per year, likely reducing annual resources for the next two years.
A collection of satirical maxims on life, marriage, politics, and honesty. Notable items include the joke about the self-made man, a quip on statesmen, and a reflection on truthfulness driven by the urge to talk. Also a notice for the Big Horn Basin Woolgrowers annual meeting in Basin on Thursday March 6 at 2 p.m. plus Basin Laundry pricing for rough dry work.
Humsey addresses farmers on dairy cattle profit and market conditions. He emphasizes butter prices, feeds, alfalfa value, and cooperative farming, urging dairy cow adoption. Local leaders discuss a creamery, five carloads of dairy cows, and plans to establish Basin as a dairy center with financial support from area banks.
Department of the Interior U S Land Office at Buffalo Wyoming matches an Andrew J Paddock Bas n Wyoming filed Jan 7 1905 homestead entry No 3905 serial No 02105 for lots and 9 sec and total and sec 11 tp 60 n r 93 w 6th prime meridian HR Ahrens clerk Basin Wyoming will hear April 5 1913 to establish five year proof to maintain claim Witnesses listed James Minks Jacob Sowers Joseph Denny Charles C Ellis W F Brittain register 28 04
Cattle prices improve with gains 25 to 40 cents on middle to upper grades and feeders. Receipts 11 000 head, prices firm to higher with native steers around 7.00 to 7.50, sugar steers 8.00 to 8.40, Colorado feeders 7.90, hogs top 8.40 and 10 to 15 higher, sheep 11 000 receipts steady with lambs 8.50 top.
Sheriff B. F. Wickwire will sell at public auction on March 29, 1912 at 2 PM at the court house front door in Bagin town Big Horn County Wyoming the mortgaged property securing a 240 dollar note plus interest and attorney fees. The sale enforces a second mortgage dated February 7 1910 to Wyoming Security Investment Co with prior lien to a $2000 mortgage. Proceeds distributed by law. First published February 21 1913. Last published March 28 1913.
Notice of Incorporation records the Everett Flume Co formed in Cheyenne Wyoming January 30 1913 to manufacture and sell steel flumes and steal pipes. Capital stock 250 shares at 100 each. First year directors W J Booth J F Everett and C A Zaring. Principal office Basin Wyoming agent W J Booth.
United States Land Office Buffalo Wyoming on January 31 1913 lists settlers David D Young and Jacob Hauser filing intention to make final five year proof before R H Ahrens Clerk of the District Court at Hagin Wyoming March 15 1913. Young’s homestead entry 3756 serial 02010 for swine tract 78 section 31 township 8 north range 95 west 6th principal meridian with witnesses Van B Otstot James D Young William Anderson and Jacob Hauser all of Otto Wyoming. Hauser’s entry 3853 serial 02070 for nigneec 10 and is0 % sec 3 township 61 north range 96 west 6th principal meridian with witnesses David D Young James D Young Van B Otstor and William Anderson all of Otto Wyoming. Relster W F Brittain listed.
Grain and farm produce market report includes soft wheat and hard wheat prices per cwt, alfalfa hay and cattle prices per cwt, hog and lamb values per hundredweight and per pound, butter and eggs bids, potatoes and poultry prices, with several items illformatted or incomplete. Distinct entities include Standard Grain Co and various commodity items.
The board of examiners may extend first and second class certificates after study in the state reading circle. Extensions capped after July 1, 1911 at two years. each extension requires reading at least two books. Listed are teachers reading circle books with authors, publishers and prices. Also includes a 1912 mortgage notice and a public auction sale for loan default.
Notice records that Dan Van Wert executed a $896 mortgage to First State Bank of Manderson, filed Nov 21 1911, with $939.50 due. Foreclosure sale scheduled March 1 1918 at Manderson Wyoming at noon to satisfy the mortgage and costs. Property includes multiple horses, ponies, mares, colts, harness, saddles, and a separator. First State Bank of Manderson mortgagee, A Zaring attorney.
The Pinet M. church schedules Sunday services at 11 AM and 8 PM with Sunday school at 10 AM and a Thursday 8 PM prayer meeting. The pastor 8. W. Albone invites all to attend, promising bright cheerful services and a cordial welcome.
Berry Lumber Co lists good agricultural new typewriter options including Gale An Oliver and Remington models priced at 65 dollars. The brief item notes available selections and the vendor involved.
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