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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1918
Page
4
Basin Wyoming records show a 1905 second class matter filing at Basin post office under a March 1879 act. The notice confirms mail service status and historic classification for the local paper.
A bold call urges residents to greet daily visitors and homeseekers. The piece encourages businesses to train staff to help newcomers settle, promoting Basin as a thriving young community with attracting inducements and people of merit.
A vivid patriotic note praises a historic Fourth of July with aid from Britain, France, and Italy. The piece highlights shared celebration beyond American independence and hints at broader international support and participation.
The piece links the Fourth of July to a pledge to spread freedom worldwide while noting 100 merchant ships totaling 450000 tons and a positive, resilient Basin economy. Bankers report strong conditions and future prospects, with local business confident in 1918 as normal. The tone urges continued productive effort to sustain prosperity.
Germania honors the nation’s birthday with a large event in Big Horn County. More than 1,500 people attended a program including races, sports, and music by the Basin band. Notable speakers included G Hartigan and Frank Kellersman, with performances by Mrs. T. R. Emery and Jas. Gormly. Midwest beat Standard 13 to 2 in a Greybull baseball game. Proceeds benefit the Red Cross, expected to exceed 1,000 dollars.
Three local women Julia Platt Jane Green and Lucy Feddersen replace men at the Frontier power house working eight hour shifts to keep electric lights and power for the community They demonstrate civilian effort to support the war and the government draft by proving women can fill essential industrial roles.
J H Montgomery declares his candidacy for the state legislature representing Big Horn county subject to the 1918 primaries. He states the campaign will follow a platform recommended by the state Republican committee at their recent meeting in Cheyenne.
A candidate announces for the office of sheriff in Big Horn County subject to the Republican primaries on August 20 1918 asking for support from Republican voters and the community.
For county treasurer the office seeks Republican primary support on August 20 1918. Mrs Mazie V Rhodes pledges individual attention and best effort if nominated and elected.
A nomination for the office of Sheriff in Big Horn County is presented for the Republican primary on August 20. The petition urges voters to support the candidate and expresses appreciation for suffrage.
A county reader urges support for a candidate in the Republican primary on August 20 1918. The note asks voters to consider who has made a good sheriff and to cast a vote accordingly.
Report of the Manderson State Bank in Wyoming showing assets of 78 026 82 and liabilities including deposits 63 898 15 and capital 2 000 00 as of June 29 1918. Cash and reserves total 17 766 82 with notes and bills rediscount none and notes payable none.
A public appeal requests support for a four year county commissioner nomination in Big Horn County. The candidate pledges to work in the interests of the county and emphasizes adherence to Republican party guidance at the August primaries.
An unnamed speaker announces candidacy for state representative to succeed themselves subject to Republican party wishes at the August 20 primary. The notice emphasizes party backing and the path to renomination.
Joseph H NeVille announces his candidacy for representative from the district in Wyoming. He cites prior service and asks for Republican support at the August 20 primary to continue pursuing war measures benefiting the state.
Telegram to Captain Ray K Olds state provost marshal requests voluntary enlistment of registrants in the engineering corps for wartime needs. Wyoming must supply 1000 men on July 6 and 800 on July 22 with July 15 totals also expected, limiting opportunities for current 1-A men. More than 400 agriculturists will be called to join the colors this month to complete quotas. Registrants should appear at local boards for the draft process.
The notice directs informing Provost Marshal General Crowder on July 18 about volunteered and available men to set mobilization quotas. Local boards warn volunteers cannot join navy or marine corps or withdraw before August 1. Desirable trades include auto repair, blacksmiths, machinists, electricians, plumbers, telegraph operators and more. Harry Mills and family travel through Basin visiting F F Bristow en route to the National Park.
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