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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1919
Page
8
A flood of short items lists names from Greybull, Tensleep, Burlington and Hyattville visiting Basin or conducting business. The snippets mention car repairs, land matters, lost items, sales of milk cows and furniture, travel to Denver and Cheyenne, and upcoming public meetings. Also noted are medical trips, fishing reports, and a Mayo Clinic operation for a local resident.
Miss Ethel A. Blumberg, 16, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Bloomberg, drowned in the Big Wind River near the Hanson area while swimming with a party from Chicago. Efforts by companions who could not swim failed. rescue crews retrieved her body hours later.
Washington reports from July 22 note about fifty Americans killed and many American women outraged in Mexico since 1917 with no arrests or convictions known in the United States. Ambassador Fletcher, testifying on the Gould resolution, cites a State Department tally of 250 serious attacks on Americans since Diaz. He says conditions have improved under Carranza but general submission to rule remains in controlled areas.
Mr and Mrs Robert Henderson and Mr and Mrs Alvin Shores hosted a reception Wednesday evening for Cecil Henderson recently returned from the army About seventy five guests attended and played games Refreshments were served before Cecil departed for Casper and Glenrock to work in the truck service
Postmaster A. W. Coons states postal relations with Germany are resumed. The rate for the first ounce is fc and each additional ounce costs 4c.
The Wyoming Big Horn Oi and the Missouri Valley Cattle Loan Co filed with the county clerk to comply with the Wyoming blue sky law. The moves signal regulatory conformity for offerings and securities within the state.
Funeral services for John Andrew Williams were held at the Kershner residence in Basin. Born 1893 on Beaver Creek and died July 19 1919 in Basin. Survived by wife Lucy Edmonson and baby Lloyd Ernest, parents, two sisters and many relatives. a Baptist church member and teacher in Insinger Saskatchewan. Remains sent to Canada for interment.
Senator Edge of New Jersey said a budget system would save millions and boost efficiency. The investigation provision was dropped from the sundry civil bill, but the budget plan remains under consideration with efforts to enact it.
The local ball club traveled to Powell last Sunday and was defeated 10 to 0. Errors plagued Basin, prompting Manager Martin to resign. Jack Friend has been drafted as new manager and plans a quick season turnaround with strengthened teamwork before facing additional league opponents.
Captain Dr. Chester Harris came home last Friday after a year in France. He studied modern army surgery during service and will apply it in his practice here. The community will welcome him back warmly. W. R. Bowman of Hay Springs Neb visiting with brother in law W. B. Curtis. C. E. Hall and wife of Hidden Dome were in town last night.
Mayor Frank A. Wise. Councilmen Wm. Gibson F M Aime R R Denny A B Martin. Clerk Jas F Ewers. Attorney C A Zaring Marshal J A Berry. Treasurer J A Berry. Water Commissioner H Payne. Official Paper Basin Republican.
Big Horn County announces officials led by Sheriff B F Wickwire and Assessor T J Jones with listed court and county posts. An ad notes sale of 100 tons alfalfa hay and 160 acres pasture plus a good house and sheep sheds near Emblem with contact Ora Allen.
Ed Meadors from Greybull and Claude and Ben Waln from Medicine Lodge were in town yesterday. Ben Waln came to meet his wife visiting relatives in Idaho. A nationwide employment offer promises up to 100 dollars monthly with no experience or canvassing required, sending a card to Box 814 Casper, Wyoming.
On August 1 the Crystal Ice Co announces payment by cash only for all tickets issued. This strict policy affects all customers and is effective immediately.
For sale or trade 80 acres of irrigated farmland ten miles south of Torrington Wyoming. 40 acres alfalfa and 40 acres wheat with good water rights and ample water. Includes windmill and fencing. Will trade for land in Big Horn county or near Burlington Basin Wyoming box 616 Basin.
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