District Court Holds Session
District court convened to dispose wary cases as judges handled a docket with varied matters. Minor civil and criminal items were resolved, and several defendants faced hearings or await rulings in the next session.
21 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1918
Page
1
District court convened to dispose wary cases as judges handled a docket with varied matters. Minor civil and criminal items were resolved, and several defendants faced hearings or await rulings in the next session.
In a busy docket, Berringer versus C H Fitzpatrick et al. heads to trial with about $1,000 at stake over freighting a oil rig deal. Mrs Woodruff sues Cicero Avent as administrator over cattle sales and Bryant estate accounts. Meeks et al v Tebbs et al debates subcontracting versus partnership tied to a Cowley Montana irrigation project.
Ted Mahling of Montevideo Minnesota was in Basin Monday. He is drilling in the Spence field, 14 miles north of Greybull, and reports the location as excellent for bringing in a well.
Miss Emma Koontz of Fort Collins, Colorado visits her daughter Mrs. Dale Koontz. The visit is hoped to extend into a longer stay as they enjoy the time together.
Grass Creek plans a large Fourth of July event featuring barbecue dance athletic events and a picnic at Grass Creek oil fields. Organized by Grass Creek businessmen Ohio Oil Co Midwest Refining Co and local committees the day supports the Red Cross with proceeds from activities and prizes donated by Mill Tron Cattle Co. The program includes a bucking contest and a baseball game among other activities.
A list provides updated addresses for service members including Lieut John P Arnott 116 Am Train 41st American Division in France Ben Ray Woods US8S Delaware USN care GPO New York City NY Dr V E Larrick 6th Armored Brigade 6th Division Fort Sill Oklahoma and L E Seeley Port Stanley Washington.
The Basin Flag Day observance was held under the Big Horn branch of the American Red Star Animal relief. Inclement weather and a no show by the band reduced attendance though the Boy Scouts and Junior Red Cross girls assisted with patriotism. T. J. Jones opened remarks and Harclroad led military calls as Otto Frisbie's Scouts saluted the flag and recited the salute.
Lawrence O Malley son of Mr and Mrs R J O Malley celebrated his fifth birthday last Friday June 14 at his home as a surprise party. Friends attended and each guest looked forward to their own future birthday celebrations.
The Basin band will travel to Greybull to perform for the town and fans before the group leaves for a training camp on the 28th. A reception honors the Basin musicians, with Greybull hosting June 27 as the band performs to liven the night.
The Rex theatre informs patrons that despite disrupted train service, it can still present good pictures. Arrangements have been made for the different picture houses in the area to exchange filings and continue screenings.
Basin celebrates the 60,000 dollar county court house opening hosted by the Basin Chamber of Commerce. Local dignitaries including Judge Metz and attorneys from Greybull Lovell and Denver spoke as the crowd praised the county’s hospitality, roads, schools, and future plans.
Basin band renders selections for the opening of the Big Horn County Court House on Wednesday evening June 18. Medley Overture War Songs the Boys in Blue Bright and Gay Strolling in the Confight To the Front Queen of Roses Maiden Blushes The President The Chord Depot Band Star Spangled Banner. Odd Fellows and Rebekahs host a Greybull banquet and dance for boys entraining for camps on the 28th. Grand time reported.
Louis Biagin of the Basin Shoe Shop informs customers that his new location east of Basin State Bank and west of Zane’s Store will remain open until he is recalled to active duty in the war effort.
Harold Anderson charged with grand larceny pleaded guilty before Judge Metz and was committed to the reform school at Colter. Sidney Stark charged with bicycle theft and other articles was committed to the Industrial school at Colter. Sheriff Wickwire handled Hyattville sheepmen vs cattlemen dispute. Albert J. Sharon a slacker charged with evasion. Wickwire ordered to Fort Logan. Everett Happy Padden, also a slacker, to Fort Logan. 26 year old had never registered.
An elaborate program will be held at Hyattville on the coming Fourth of July with good speakers music and dancing. Edifying entertainments will be provided for all attendees and a enjoyable time is promised.
Hyattville expects a large turnout for Fourth of July festivities as the town stands as the nearby hub for national independence celebrations. Local organizers anticipate strong participation from residents and visitors in the events planned for the day.
Lovell residents traveled in eight cars to the Big Horn County courthouse opening. Flags flew from radiator mounts as the group drew attention and showcased civic pride. The Basin Greybull road has seen grading and improvements, with travel up and down increasing. Road projects and county road consideration by commissioners are noted as gratifying.
County clerk Mrs. Zela Murphy says a special troop train will pass Basin on Friday June 28 with 500 soldier boys en route to Camp Lewis Washington. The group includes soldiers from Big Horn County.
C M Mayne vice president of Redpath Chautauqua of Chicago spoke in Basin on Tuesday. He is widely known in Big Horn County and represents the Redpath organization.
The Great Western Sugar Co circulates General Order 1 guidance on furloughs for enlisted men to assist in farming. Furloughs are short, for seeding or harvesting, limited to ranks below first sergeant, and revoked when units mobilize or train for overseas duty. Applications go through local exemption boards. approved cases forwarded to the camp commander for final grant.
The local board announced the call set for the 24th has been postponed until the 28th. All the boys will receive due notice. Ra Ba A Fatner of Shell was in town Wednesday on business.
Allied transport ship sunk with six hundred twenty eight lives lost. No ship name or sinking location given. Austrian drive checked and Italian forces praised. Food in Austria serious. munitions workers and Austrian prisoners numbers cited. New York stocks note possible sudden end to war. Bull market praised. Germany reportedly making no headway. Basin Oil Brokerage reports fair trading with slight gains.
The Industrial club of Casper hosts a championship match between Sergeant Earl Caddock the current world champion and Yusiff Ushane the Polish champion. The July 4 event is expected to draw thousands as both fighters are acclaimed world title holders. Caddock is stationed at Fort Dodge Iowa and rare furloughs allow title defenses.
Armstrong was summoned to Boulder Colorado by telegraph on Tuesday as his aunt Mrs W L Armstrong died. Friends in Basin share sorrow with Mr Armstrong and family as the Republican extends communal sympathy.
Frank Riffl, working for C. D. Markham from Lucerne, was in Basin last week laying in supplies. Markham is making extensive improvements on his holdings and Basin residents show much interest in one section, so the venture will attract close attention.
Hyattville will host a Fourth of July program beginning at 10 a.m. with Basin band music and songs. Hon. A. G. Mercer delivers opening address with Reading and Declaration of Independence. The Basin band performs overtures and songs, flag drill and Star Spangled Banner. Dinner at 2 p.m. dancing at the hall, supper at 8 p.m. band concert and a picture show later. Proceeds from the dance go to the Basin band.
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