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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1917
Page
6
Washington notes ongoing draft preparations as exemptions rules are clarified. Officials urge boards and press to inform registrants about exemption regulations before the drawing, with emphasis on physical disability and dependent-relatives criteria and centralizing lists in police headquarters.
The Chamber of Commerce urges economy in wartime business to free men and materials for national work. It asks associations of business leaders to appoint committees under suggested lines. The Old time printers association of Chicago, influenced by Rev. Dr. Philip W. Yarrow, passes a resolution on efforts to perpetuate...
The nation reports massive mobilization including ten million registered for service and forty thousand in training camps. General Pershing to France, a 500000 strong army on war footing, and fleet co operation against submarines expand. Elihu Root leads a Russia aid delegation as seven billion dollar war loans and Red Cross funding back Allied efforts.
Cattle 32 000 herd, best market for the size of the run, natives up to 13 55. Hogs 10 000, top 15 80, steady with Chicago. Sheep and lambs 5 500, steady with no choicest lambs, up to 15 50. Missouri primes 13 55, grass steers 11 85, cows 10 down to 6 75. Feeders 7 50 to 10, stock cows 6 to 8 25. Hog sale light weights 15 30 to 16 00, most sales 15 65 to 16 00. Best lambs 15 60, ewes 9 00, wethers 10, yearlings 11 60. Feeding lambs 14 00. United States tires on display at Lee Motor Co.
A circular by EB C Simmons urges Americans to realize the war's gravity and act to support the Allied effort. It warns that if the U S fails to win, Germany will impose indemnities and threaten national survival, while calling on citizens to aid with money, labor, or blood. The piece also notes rising war awakening and prompts readers to back government efforts. The second item announces Midland Oil & Gas Co plans in Montana with 4 000 acres, offering stock at 50 cents as exploration proceeds.
Notice states plumbing wages will rise to 1.26 per hour starting August 1 due to higher material and labor costs. Names T. Armstrong and Fred Frisby appear as undersigned. Other items note Cora Van Pelt visiting Charleston Illinois and tornado damage, plus travel notes about Cass Morris from Lincoln Nebraska and Ralph Hoover visiting Greybull.
The conflict details Teutonic setbacks in Lodziny and Lomnica Galicia and in Champagne France as Russians and Austro-German forces clash from Riga to the Romanian frontier. It notes heavy Russian gains in Galicia with vast captures of personnel and materiel, and reports failed German attempts near Mont Haut and Teton.
Regular weekly meetings are held Monday at 8 o clock. Several scouts study for second class examination. Dr. Chester Harris guides first aid instruction, described as interesting and beneficial. The troop members are praised for their enthusiasm and progress.
The troop presents its new flag as part of a broader drive toward greater preparedness and organizational readiness for activities and duties ahead.
Margaret A. Smith administratrix of Jesse J. Smith estate in Big Horn County Wyoming has filed final account and petition for distribution. Creditors and interested parties may examine and object within 30 days after August 17 1917. If no objections by September 18 1917 final settlement will be held.
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