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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1920
Page
5
One Flag One Language One Loyalty
A compact patriotic line asserts allegiance to the American people through one flag and one language echoing the spirit of independence. It emphasizes unity and loyalty as core national values. The quotation frames civic identity around shared symbols and language.
Prohibition as Campaign Issue Declared Dead
The piece argues both major parties avoid prohibition as a campaign issue in 1920. It notes a split in San Francisco where eastern delegates favored amending the Volstead Act to allow beer and light wine, but the plank was blocked. It predicts wets gain no national overturn and that prohibition remains in effect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Repblican
Chicago
San Francisco
Anti-Saloon League
United States Supreme Court
Congress
Washington
Wyoming
Prohibition
Bryan
Appeal to Republican Voters Against Democratic Victory
An appeal argues Republican voters should oppose the Democratic ticket citing expected policy failures and lack of performance if a Democrat is elected, asserting such voters will hear no persuasive argument.
Baltimore Convention Echoes on Clark Defeat and League Endorsement
The text questions Bryan's pride in aiding a convention that backed Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations. It notes a majority view the gathering as the greatest assembly of office holders, reflecting factional pride and partisan outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Baltimore
Champ Clark
Bryan Knocked Out in 44th Round at San Francisco Convention
The San Francisco convention saw a dramatic finish as Bryan was halted in the 44th round. Officials reported the bout ended with a knockout to conclude the event amid crowded attendance and strong campaigning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Bryan
Tammany Turns Tide for Cox in Wet Tidal Wave
Tammany backed Cox as the political surge spread, and all signs pointed to a sweeping victory. The campaign momentum suggested a decisive win for Cox amid broad support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tammany
Cox
Bryan Halts Wet Plank on Platform Amid Campaign
A political scene centers on Bryan, who blocks a soggy protest plank while amid campaign events. The question remains how the candidate will handle the issue and respond to the weather obstacle influencing appearances.
Editorial Comment Attacks Party Rhetoric and Wilson Policies
The piece criticizes cheers and partisan eulogies at a Democratic convention and argues for real principles over emotion. It cites McAdoo, Cummings, Reed, and Mondell, praises Harding as a progressive republican alternative, and notes no near-term drop in living costs despite labor department data. It also references Palmer’s campaign claims about lowering costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Labor
Palmer
San Francisco
Note on Harding’s Ties to the University
The article notes that many great men formed at the university and highlights Senator Harding’s successful passage through the school. It emphasizes the institution as the source of distinguished alumni and its influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Senator Harding
Wilson and Democrats at San Francisco Convention
The piece critiques President Wilson and the Democratic National Convention calling it an administration controlled rubber stamp. It argues Wilson dictates delegates but not voters and accuses the convention of nullification of retirement provisions and pervasive scandals in the War Risk Bureau. Bryan is cited as condemning the event as administration-driven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
New York Sun and Herald
Democratic Party
San Francisco
United States
Warren G. Harding
Marion
The
National Republican
Woodrow Wilson
Senator Harding
White House
Bryan
Harding outlook on state sovereignty and federal power
Editorial lauds Warren G. Harding for supporting suffrage while refusing to use federal power to push state action. It criticizes President Wilson's perceived overreach and warns that omnipotent rule undermines American institutions, advocating trust in elected officials and state rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren G. Harding
Harding
White House
Legislative Department
Bertha K VanDevender Seeks County Superintendent Seat
A non-partisan candidate announces for county superintendent of schools in Big Horn County Wyoming. The entry notes August 17th primaries 1920 and seeks support from friends, pledging careful attention to schools if elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Horn County
Wyoming
Bertha K. VanDevender
Candidate for County Treasurer and Prosecuting Attorney
C A Zaring and Mazie V Rhodes announce Republican bids for Big Horn County offices. Rhodes seeks county treasurer and prosecutor on the party ticket at the upcoming primary election on August 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Horn County
C. A. Zaring
Primary Clerk of Court Race Noted for August 17
The office of clerk of the district court in the Republican primaries lists August 17 as the election date with candidate John L. Landfatr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Candidate for Sheriff in Republican Primary
B. F. Wickwire runs in the Republican primary for sheriff to be held August 17th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Wickwire
Four Year Commissioner Candidate Announces Bid
T. W. Olney of Shell Wyoming declares candidacy for county commissioner of Big Horn County Wyoming. He seeks a four year term in the Republican primaries on August 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Horn County
Wyoming
Reublican
T. W. Olney
Shell
Wyo
Miss Mildred Brown Librarian of Astoria
Miss Mildred Brown of Astoria is identified as a librarian in the short notice. The fragment notes her, but provides limited context or additional details about her role or event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mildred Brown
Astoria
Country newspaper offices and community leadership roles
A description of the country newspaper office as a busy hub where the editor acts as reporter publisher manager and community leader, handling subscriptions trade and collections while engaging in local affairs. It highlights the central role of small papers in American towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Universi
Won Race at Cody Lines Up Strong Crowds
A. H. Scoville returned from Cody where he had a string of horses at the races. Mrs. Ann Denby won the quarter mile free for all women's race and placed in the half mile women's free for all. Ted Denny won the cowboys quarter mile race and Dan Rogers led another event. Reports said a big crowd and a fine time at the Cody races.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Scoville
Cody
Ann Denby
Ted Denny
Dan Rogers Ltd. Gue
Browns Daughter Becomes Librarian At Local Library
Ore the daughter of Mrs. C. F. Brown takes the librarian post beginning this month. Mrs. Bertha K. VanDevender, formerly county superintendent, is praised for high standards and efficiency, with experts noting her work as the best in the west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ore
Mra. C
Carnival for the Fair Brings Looff Shows to Big Horn Fair
Col W H May signed a contract for the William Looff Shows to exhibit at the Big Horn county fair for five days starting September 6. The caravan fills ten cars with 148 people and includes six shows thirty stores and concessions a Hakalian village scene and a menagerie. The show promises educational value and will travel next to the Douglas state fair. A Ferris wheel will offer rides for children during the run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. May
William Looff
Big Horn County
Douglas
Mrs Bertha VanDevender Returns From Laramie Conference
Mrs Bertha VanDevender returned last Saturday from Laramie where she attended a rural school conference now part of the University summer school. She reports a large attendance of school people from across the state and was made a member of the legislative committee of the County Superintendent's association. She is also secretary of that body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha K. VanDevender
Laramie
University
County Unit Seen in School District Reform Debate
In the rural school conference Mrs. VanDevender spoke on The county as a unit of organisation during a discussion on changing the district organisation. Many attendees favored the county as a unit size for school work.
Pretty Home Wedding Unites Carrie B Judkins and Rufus Crouch
Carrie B Judkins and Rufus Edwin Crouch wed at the Judkins home on North Sixth Street last Saturday evening at 9 o clock. Rev R M Jones officiated in a ceremony attended by relatives and intimate friends. The bride, raised in Basin, is esteemed by many. the groom, a Casper Continental Supply Co. employee, was formerly with the Basin unit and is noted for business promise. The couple will reside in Casper with well wishes from their Basin friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. B. Judkins
North Sixth Street
Carrie B
Rufus Edwin Crouch
Casper
R. M. Jones
Basin
Continental Supply Co
Notice of Estray Sale On Left Jaw and Der 1916
Notice of sale of estray describes an animal impounded with an identifiable left jaw mark. Document indicates court or municipal authority oversees disposition and sale of the stray. Details are incomplete but point to a forthcoming public sale in 1916 under local animal control provisions.
Also Mentioned on This Page
P. P. Anderson
Official Paper
Woodrow
League
Tion
McAdoo
Cummings
Nation
Reed
Committee On Credentials
People's Representatives
House
Mondell
Wilson National Convention
Jefferson Democracy
Burleson
Mazie V. Rhodes
John L. Landfatr
Der
Scoville Livery Barn
Auto Supply & Tire CO
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