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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1911
Page
5
Anecdate editor notes subscription price of $2 per year in advance. Basin timetable lists daily departures except Sundays for passenger trains No. 312 northbound and No. 311 southbound with a 2:33 p.m. departure.
A Northern Wyoming Herald debate notes Basin lacks a strong epithet beyond Diamond City. Readers are urged to suggest a new, picturesque name to dignify Basin along the Big Horn and Greybull valley, comparing Basin to other towns and praising its civic pride.
Basin Wyoming editors argue the state thrives on opportunities and growth but lacks aggressive promotion. The Basin Republican from Basin, Dec 24, 1910, urges a courageous, intelligent critique and public relations effort to showcase Wyoming’s wealth, industries, homes, and population, calling for a statewide press campaign to “knock” and boost the state.
The Republican paper notes its foresight on Parcels Post law and discusses arguments for and against as Congress considers the issue. The item recalls a Library Club discussion from the last session where the matter was raised by a member.
The article notes plans for an early formal debate on a policy affecting every household. It stresses the issue has broad impact and invites honest disagreement. It questions whether a proposed eleven pound weight limit for mail packages could undermine large mail order firms despite seeming restrictive.
Woodward announces he has acquired the Greybull Standard and will maintain current policy. He pledges ongoing support for Greybull and hints at future improvements as patronage allows. The piece argues for a new county courthouse, urging preservation of records and a lasting public facility.
Prof E B Rossiter superintendent of Big Horn county schools is the lone Big Horn Basin representative at the state teachers meeting. He logged 760 miles, the nearest rail route, traveling through Montana Wyoming South Dakota to Sidney Nebraska and back to Cheyenne. He has consistently attended the state meeting despite long trips.
C D Markham arrived at the train in a fine new coupe shocking locals who rubbed eyes and touched the polished panels to see if it was real The car has been shipped from the east and he plans to attend balls and social events at a set rate.
In Burlington last Saturday Judge W. F. Hunt of Lovell stood with Mayor Collins and J. B. Thompson. The Basin veteran, one of its old timers, bid farewell as he visits after many years. Hunt planned to return to Lovell on the afternoon train.
The New York store of O. G. Linnabary launches a coupon sale drawing customers from afar. The plan promises significant savings to shoppers as benefits spread. Also mentions Chamberlain's Cough Kennedy as a remedy for croup with widespread use.
Washington telegram from Senator Warren announces a $2 million allotment from regular reclamation funds for the Shoshone project completion. The decision supports the Big Horn Basin and Cody, with work planned when weather allows. The report notes graduated payments may be considered to aid settlers and ensure finish.
Notice is given that William Engle of Otto Wyoming filed intention to make final five year proof to establish his land claim NW NW and SE NW section 20 block 4 Township 95 West, Basin Wyoming before Clerk William F Brown on February 11 1911. Witnesses Lov Blakesley James A Blakesley Thomas Sprague and David Young all of Otto and Basin Wyoming. Register 1610 W F Braddain.
Cat Anderson and Johnson advertise gun and ammunition sales with claims of prices lower than the low, urging readers to check their offerings.
Public notice states a special meeting of Big Horn Milling Company stockholders will be held at the Basin Wyoming office on January 7, 1911 at 4 PM to approve increasing capital stock from forty thousand to eighty thousand dollars. E A Durham president United States Land Office Buffalo Wyoming. Also notice re lands in Wyoming open for patent inspection under several acts and a 60 day protest window with officials Brittan and Galup.
G N Cox of Manderson, a coal producer operating a local mine, traveled to Diamond City last Saturday and returned by the next train. He reported obtaining high quality coal, selling at prominent local markets. Also noted is the resignation of Rev J KR Biggles, pastor of the Episcopal and Thermopolis charges, with resignation to take effect in weeks.
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