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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1912
Page
5
O T Gebhart and Jollitor P Anderson are named as associates in a professional listing. The brief notice identifies their partnership status and connection, suggesting a business or law firm context within the period.
The presidential ticket features William H. Taft for president with James S. Sherman as vice president. Francis E. Warren is named for the U.S. Senate and Frank W Monde l for Congress. Ticket highlights key Republican candidates and party alignment.
The article argues that Democrats exaggerate GOP dissension. It says many in Big Horn county backed Roosevelt, but will stay with the party. Roosevelt supporters accept loss. they expect Taft supporters to unite. County voters favor pro Republican candidates to send a U.S. senator and oppose free trade.
The senate has ousted William Lorimer amid bribery accusations. The piece praises his defiance and questions the rosy image of political life, warning that future generations may view politicians with suspicion and urging a shift toward less tainted public service.
The past week saw several wrecks on major railways where signal towers and block systems existed. Engineers ignored warning signals, some overworked or sleep deprived, raising questions about safety and discipline on the job.
Citizens demand morning inspections of drivers and vehicles after rising wrecks on roads with modern safety devices. They call for a proper investigation to find remedies and prevent further harm.
Commentary notes former Roosevelt supporters shifting to Taft, claim of a steam roller tactic by Taft forces, and a refused compromise to nominate Hadley or another progressive. Mention Wilson family canceling England trip due to Baltimore convention nomination and bitter reactions from political rivals. Denver’s new party restricts red light district to eight blocks, signaling reform.
E J Sullivan announces his bid for the legislature, urged by friends from both parties. A successful businessman and heavy taxpayer, he is regarded as a non politician with county needs at heart and statewide acquaintance. Supporters expect a large majority in Big Horn County.
Woodmen officers urge the State Fair commissioners to designate a Woodmen Day during the September 24 to 27 fair. A gigantic lodge meeting is planned at Douglas with many attendees and a goat rider crowd expected. The event will not interfere with broncho busting activities.
W F Brown received a telegram last Monday announcing the death of his father Luther Brown in Evansville Indiana at the advanced age of 90 years. Owing to distance he could not attend the funeral. His many friends here extend condolence in this sad hour.
Gee H. L. Mead of Greybull Wyoming offers to exchange income properties in Oklahoma town and Colorado for well improved land in the Big Horn Basin or sells on easy terms. Reference to Greybull WY as contact. 1y13-19
Laundry service advertised by Mrs. Dan Everett offering all kinds of laundry work. Caller states prepared to do work, with contact by phone 4.
Notice of foreclosure on a water right contract in Big Horn County Wyoming. Walter H Rusk owes 235 dollars on the contract assigned to E J Sullivan, with lien on lands described as SE NW of Section 1 Township 52 North Range 96 West. Sheriff B F Wickwire to sell at Basin on August 10 1912.
Mayor William E. Flock announced in Sheridan that Schenk-Nowell Engineering of Basin has been selected to draft waterworks and electric lighting plans for Ranchester. He expects the plant to be in operation before snow flies, with a steam power plant likely due to cheap coal and reliability.
Notice is published by the U S Land Office at Buffalo Wyoming dated June 17 1912. Augustus Hartman of Otto Wyoming filed homestead entry 3850 for the SE and NE portions in section 5 8 9 township 51 north range 105 west 6th principal meridian. He filed no final five year proof before clerk Wil F Brown Basin Wyoming on July 27 102. Witnesses: Jean N Vance George R Hagris Charles Laraen and Lou Blakesley all of Otto Wyoming. Registered by W F Brittain.
A large force employed by Wyoming Land & Irrigation has shifted camp to the reservoir site at Shell creek basin. This week they begin work on a substantial structure to secure water for the Shell irrigation system, with about 2,000 cubic feet of earth to be moved.
A period collage of 1912 Republican primary campaign notices. Multiple candidates including B F Wickwire for Sheriff Joseph H Neville for Assessor WwW Brown Clyde W Atherly Otto Wye Lou Blakesley Alex Lucas O T Gebhart P M Gallaher W S Collins C A Johnson L A Thorley and Skovgard announce runs for Sheriff Assessor County Clerk County Commissioner County Attorney State Representative State Senator. Names, positions, and dates appear with requests for party support ahead of the August primaries.
Edwina Hoover urges readers to adopt a habit of pressing eles by the taller standard in daily routines. The brief note presents a practical tip aimed at consistency and efficiency in chores and tasks.
J W Crosby Jr of Cowley Wye declares for the Republican nomination for sheriff with August 20 primary date and asks friends support. J E Frisby announces candidacy for Sheriff and requests backing in the Republican primaries. A F Fillerup announces candidacy for County Superintendent of Schools subject to voters will in the Republican primaries.
J Stant Brown seeks the Republican nomination for County Commissioner a four year term subject to voters in the August 20 primaries. He asks support from all who favor his candidacy and mentions Kane Wyoming as the area of interest.
Notices from M. David Harris Lovell and C. F. Lampman Shell stating intentions to run for County Commissioner two and four year terms and seeking Republican primary support on August 20. Another entry for State Senator and a State Representative bid expresses similar requests for primary support, dated 1912.
State Representative candidate Herman B. Gates announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination in the upcoming primaries on August 20. He seeks support from all who favor his bid and signs the notice from Worland Wyoming dated July 1912.
Notice is hereby given that William Sims of Burlington Wyoming who on March 24 1910 made homestead entry No 03697 for the nwi4aw see 17 tp 51 r 96 w 6th p m has filed notice of intention to make final commutation proof to establish claim to the land above described before W F Brown clerk of court at Basin Wyo on the 17th day of August 1912 Chauncy L Dustin Joseph Erickson Len Johnson John Michaels all of Burlington Wyo jyi2-alé 6W F Brittain Register
A local notice advertises life and accident benefits including 2000 dollars death cover and 15 dollars weekly for accident or sickness, plus 1000 for limb loss and 100 emergency relief. Costs stated as six dollars yearly with no extra dues. Open to men and women aged 16 to 66. Company claims 100000 dollar state deposit to protect policy holders and guarantee claims.
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