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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1920
Page
7
The article extols Senator Harding as the uniquely qualified national leader combining business success legislative experience and long newspaper publishing service. It argues his anti internationalism unassuming nature and broad record across business politics and media fit the presidency, praising the composite nature of his record and character.
The policy of economy in government expenditures leads to cuts in state department and foreign service. Secretary Colby cites a 1.97 million dollar drop in 1921 appropriations and plans to keep costs within set limits. About 65 500 wartime department employees have been dismissed since May. Overall department staff reductions reflect a broader postwar move to lower spending and personnel.
Wyoming Republicans release a statement arguing Cox’s nomination signals broad support for Harding. They claim Cox is a proven vote getter and that Ohio’s unity benefits the Republican ticket against a united party.
A rising number of Texas oil operators have entered Wyoming and Montana fields in recent months. Analysts cite the 1918 Texas pools that opened and drew workers away from Wyoming as they declined. The Desdemona pool in Texas sparked migrations after big booms in 1917 and 1918. Wyoming’s Big Muddy and Hog Creek Burkburnett fields continue to yield, with Knowles No. 1 delivering 6,000 barrels daily and seven Desdemona wells completed in June, though most produced salt water and were abandoned.
The article reviews Governor Cox and Senator Harding across multiple elections. It notes Cox won in 1912 but lost in 1914, Harding's 1914 plurality, Cox trailing by 3 000 in 1916, and both sides facing internal party division in upcoming races. It highlights the GOP split and confident campaign mood in Ohio.
A proclamation extolls Senator Harding as a exceptional choice for president praising his poise judgment and humanity. It also lauds Governor Coolidge as a vice presidential candidate meeting every requirement of a presidential contender praising national strength and trust in their leadership.
Hon Patrick Sullivan of Casper named by the national Republican committee as district campaign manager with headquarters in Denver. His jurisdiction covers Wyoming Colorado Idaho Utah and New Mexico. The party lauds his organizing ability and anticipates a solid Republican front in November.
Van V. Boyce editor of the Tekamah Neb Journal visited on Wednesday and lauded the local free camp ground calling it the best advertisement the people of the area have. The notice also includes a rental for two light housekeeping apartments at a commercial hotel.
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