Raids Net Many Prisoners in County Bootleg and Gambling Sweep
Law enforcement from county state and federal levels coordinated raids in Lovell and Greybull leading to numerous arrests for illicit liquor, illegal sale, and gambling. Names include Sheriff Wickwire, Kittle, Lovell officers, and Greybull officials. suspects face trial in Basin with bonds set and pleas expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wickwire
Kittle
State Enforcement Department
State Department
District Court
Justices of the Peace
H’gra'c Wat Om
K. Lovell
A. 8. Roach
B. F. Wickwire
Little
B. A. Young
Owens
Jones
Alton Wickswire
Ross Linn
Frank Alexander
Ryan
Dunham
R. G. Belton
John Thatch
John Neal
Clyde Hawkins
Alex Sanborn
Peter McDonald
Minnie McDonald
James Kelsey
C. Cline
Bill McDonald
Henry’ Hessler
The
Doerr Motor Co
Alfred Doerr
Andrew Burnett
Lovell
C. BE. Stevens
Frannie
Basin
Chas Cline
Henry Hessler
W. Wieve
Fay Mays
Nora F. Welker
House of
Ill Fame
John Walace
A. B. Carey
Chas
Sherran
Greybull
Mra. Welker
Letter from Henry Bunch Letter to the Republican
The Republican acknowledges a letter from Henry Bunch, formerly a local resident, now identified as living elsewhere. The note references his status and location changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
The
Republican
Henry Bunch
Local Man Seeks Recovery Amid Coast Climate
Jed in Corona California traveled from Basin to Savannah Missouri for cancer treatment then to California to recuperate after surgery. He expects months before skin grafting and aims to enjoy the coastal climate while staying in touch with Basin friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jed
Corona
Cali
Basin
Savannah
California
Ito
Martins Return From Lincoln Neb Visit
Mr and Mrs A B Martin returned last Friday from a six week visit in Lincoln Nebraska They traveled by Buick roadster and shipped the car by train for the Casper Thermopolis stretch due to deep snow Mr Martin says conditions here are better than in farming areas of the middle west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Martin
Lincoln Neb
Casper
Thermopolis
Burlington Tops Worland in Close Basin Area Game
The Burlington basketball team defeated Worland 21 to 20 in Worland last Friday night. All close calls favored Burlington as they push to prove themselves against Basin Country competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Worland
Basin Country
Shah Tonight Promises Full House For Garden Operetta
The operetta In the Garden of the Shah opens tonight with curtain at 8 15. Cast includes Selah Zodahs friend Perunah the Shah and Sheik Someeraba plus an extensive list of attendants and an orchestra. Attendance expected solid as gates open.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selah
Zodah
W. BE. Mortimer Zodah
Shah
T. B. Scott Nowobeh
Winifred Patten
Ted Harding
John Arnott
Billy Cummings
Harold Welch Sam
Ted
Bill
Eeeesie
T. Earl Keefer Perunah
Harry [Hime
American Legion Dance Planned for February 14
Marion Tanner Post members held a social in the library last Tuesday evening with refreshments and a reported fine time. They announced a dance scheduled for Valentine’s Day February 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Tanner Post American Legion
Royal Neighbors Social Dance Planned Next Thursday
The Royal Neighbors will entertain their husbands and the Modern Woognen members at a social and dance next Thursday evening. Refreshments are prepared and attendees look forward to a fine time.
Ohia Oil resumes Oregon Basin drilling at Rausch permit
The Ohia Oil Co resumes drilling on the Rausch permit in Oregon Basin after transferring crews to Buffalo Basin for completed work. The company plans to drill to the Ten Sleep formation, with the current drilling area likened to the cap rock of the Buffalo Basin gas field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohia Oil Co
Oregon Basin
Buffalo Basin
Greybull River
Casper
Basin Woman's Club Hosts February 10 Carnival Stunt
The Basin Woman's Club met at the Library on a Wednesday. President Mrs. W B Hartigan led the session and approved the prior minutes. Membership was granted to Mrs. Ira Ball. The club will organize a stunt for the high school carnival on February 10 accompanied by a program on The Old Settlers. Mrs. Lou Blakesley presented Early Reminiscences. Mrs. Zane read the paper. Mrs. J L Denny discussed Basin early days. Mrs. F L McNown sang Wyoming Lullaby. Miss Corda Baumboeffner played A Scottish Tone Picture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Basin Woman's Club
W. B. Hartigan
Ira Ball
Old Settlers
Mra
Mra. Zane
J. L. Denny
Big Horn Basin
F .L. McNown
Wyoming
Gene Williams
Corda Baumboeffner
McDowell
Illinois Pipe Line installs local pipe line telephone exchange
The Illinois Pipe Line Co is installing a twenty one board telephone exchange in its office to connect with all pipeline lines and oil fields in the region. Carl Wilson leads construction while Miss Ahrens will serve as operator once ready. The system links Billings to Casper and connects Rock River Rawlins Casper and other stations in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois Pipe Line Co
Carl Wilson
Billings
Cas Oyrd
Rock River
Rawlins
Casper
Miss Ahrens
Public notice on refund for cancelled lyceum tickets
All holders of tickets for the lyceum course cancelled by the local Legion Post are asked to bring tickets to Dr C BH Having and funds will be refunded in full.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion
Dr. C
Funeral of Pope Francis Held Private After Pneumonia
The body was viewed by over 500000 on Tuesday and Wednesday. The funeral occurred last evening at 8 and was private. The body was entombed in the basilica of St. Peter. Cardinals will assemble February 2 to choose a successor to the Pope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St.Peter’s
Land Office Fees Fixed by Legislature Not Official Boards
Commissioner A Baker explains that state land office fees are set by acts of the legislature from 1903 to 1921 and are mandatory. He notes boards and commissioners have no control, with lease fees now collected in addition to rent since 1919 when the law changed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Baker
State Board
Land Boards
Land Commissioners
Rook Club Hosts Evening at Mrs Rhodes Home
The Rook club entertained last Tuesday evening at Mrs. M. B. Rhodes home in honor of Mrs. F. A. Wise of Worland. All reported a most delightful evening. Geo. B. McClellan of Worland visited town on Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rook Club
M. B. Rhodes
F. A. Wise
Worland
Geo. B. McClellan
Death of Wm Crosier A Noted Local Resident
Wm Crosier a well known Fancher in Burlington and Otto died last evening at his home after a stroke of paralysis. He had not been in good health and passed away at the family residence. Survived by widow son and daughter. Funeral under Basin camp No 5586 Modern Woodmen of America will be arranged. Crosier was respected in the community after fourteen years in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Crosier
Burlington
Otto
H.T. Harris
De‘ceased
Basin
Crosier
Repeat Performance Of In the Garden of The Shah
Due to sold out shows and many townspeople attending court a repeat performance of In the Garden of The Shah is scheduled for next Thursday evening. Reserved seats go on sale at Wise's Jewelry Store beginning Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Shah
Wise
Ladies of Rebekah Lodge Entertain Guests
Mesdames A. X. Johnson J. M. Smith and Emma Church hosted the local Rebekah lodge ladies at Johnsons home last night. The event featured games and amusements followed by refreshments after guests departed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesdames
A. X. Johnson
J. M Smith
Emma Church
Rebekah Lodge
Lampitt Murder Trial Returns to Courts Next Week
The Republican previews a full report on the Lam pitt murder trial highlighting principal happenings and testimony. Judge Metz departed Wednesday for Thermopolis for court matters and is expected to return tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lampitt
Hamilton Will Filed Probate Leaves Estate to Widow
The will of the late Dr. D. B. Hamilton of Grespull has been filed for probate. The entire estate is left to the widow, named executrix. Pope Benedict IV, head of the Roman Catholic Church, died Saturday morning after an unspecified illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton
Pope Benedict
D. 8. Hamilton
Grespull
Benedict IV
Red Cross Annual Meeting Held Last Tuesday Afternoon
The Red Cross held its annual meeting last Tuesday afternoon. Members reviewed activities, thanked volunteers, and discussed upcoming fundraising and emergency response initiatives.
Red Cross Chapter Holds Annual Meeting and Elections
The Big Horn County Chapter of the American Red Cross met January 24 1922 in the Chamber of Commerce rooms to elect an Executive Board and officers. Reports covered roll call receipts 208.96 and home service work totaling 327 cases with $171.87 in treasury. Plans included relief for ex service men, reduction of salaries, and coordinated civilian aid with other organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Horn County
American Red Cross
Chamber of Commerce
John Bircumshaw
W. C. Snow
Myrna May
Treas
W. W. Murphy
Home Service Committee
R. B. Landlair
F. L
Wyoming Gas Co
Home Service
National Headquarters
Denver
Wyoming
Red ‘Cross
Basin
Thos. K. B'shop
Red Cross Home Service
Owl Club Hosted by Mr and Mrs Hime
Mr and Mrs F. M. Hime entertained the Owl Club at their home last Saturday evening. Guests included Dr and Mrs M. H. Smith Mr and Mrs J. A. Coons and Mr and Mrs R. B. Landfair. A two course supper at midnight concluded a delightful meeting of the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. M. Hime
Owl Club
M. H. Smith
J. A. Coons
R. B. Landfair
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lovell and
Fed
Someeraba
Sheik
R. J. Extra
Marjorie Coons
Esther Pauley
Betty Hopkins
Dorothy Zaring
Christine Lawrence
George Line
Mary Plank
Elliott Shaw
Thelma Coleman
Lester Bruening
Lynn Pantier
Preston Talbott
W. F. Chambelain
C. C. Deal
Harvey Spencer
T. Erle Keefer
H. H. Hime
American Legion
Grass Creek
Trehlight
Elk Basin
Lance Crek
Rock Creek
Salt Creek
Big Muddy
Pilot Butte
Hamilton Dome
Mule Creek
F. B. Firkin
A. C. McCall
Wm. G. Krape
Big Bear Oil Co
F. W. Fassett
Texas
Oklahoma
Tulsa
Mexico
Commissioner Spry
General Land Office
Act of Congress
Secretary of the Interior
Local Land Office
Washington
Ashland-Wyoming
Woman's Club
Ientertained Owl Club
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