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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1911
Page
9
A historic plea for strong hygienic standards in schools and public buildings. The author urges state laws to define health standards, enforce compliance by boards and builders, and make neglect a criminal offense. Emphasis on sunlight, air, water, and proper location and management of school facilities as essential to civilization and democracy.
Creed Morris to face Henry Webber in a Friday night bout at the Paint Rock Opera House on March 17. The match between the Big Horn Basin champion and the upper country businessman drew strong anticipation and a free wagering prize as a likely crowd pleaser. Also notes Hon Geo T Beck's Cody auto trip to Basin with family, a four hour journey marred by a punctured tire and uphill return.
J F McKinney of Shell often feels wanderlust and County Clerk Enders notes this is his second offense, as the old timer returns from the southwest and decides Basin country suits him best despite plans to roam.
The moonlit evenings are so brilliant that city officials have ordered electric lights off when the moon rises to cut costs. The practice will continue until the moon changes. Get your clothes pressed by the tailor.
Washington March 15 Senator Warren will chair the powerful appropriations committee in the next congress, elevating Wyoming influence on agriculture forestry irrigation and public buildings while remaining on rules. Senator Clark will head the judiciary committee, a high honor for a Western lawyer. Mondell retains leadership of the House public lands committee, and R. E. Rath sows grain as Shell Valley ranching prospers. For sale a nice four room home on corner lot with water gas and cellar near Ford care of Republican seller. Ridgely autos to Hy atville Sunday through Monday. Terest in Mrs O Neill contractor wife with grave anxiety as she is under Dr Carter care.
A group of capitalists from Sistersville West Virginia led by Col. W L Armstrong visits to review enterprises in the area. The party includes Durham Kimball and Powers and focuses on the Oil & Gas Co Big Horn Supply Co Big Horn Milling Co and Big Horn Development Co which has built about 60 homes in Collins addition. They have invested hundreds of thousands and may fund more after surveying local properties. Also a Cold remedy note recommends Chamberlains Cough Remedy sold by dealers.
Basin Wyoming notice states the Basin Wall Paper Store sold three tons of Moresco in 1910, claiming it covers one third more than competing kalsemine, applies without brush marks, works like paint, never washes off, and offers many colors. A. B. Hageman, proprietor, urges continued purchases. Also notes Prosecuting Attorney West’s business trip to Worland and return.
On Sunday March 1 the Rev. A N Sanford will open a series of Easter sermons. The first topic next Sunday is The Transfiguration at 7:30 PM in the church.
M A Mitchell of the California Fruit Store remodeled the interior creating a fresh look. New counters were installed and paint brightened the atmosphere of the shop.
Department of the Interior U S Land Office at Buffalo Wyoming announces Mary J King widow of Thomas B King Sr of Otto Wyoming filed intent to make final five year proof to establish ownership of homestead entry No 3160 serial 01738 for southwest and northwest sections 13 and 14 township 51 north range 96 west sixth principal meridian before August Wunderlich U S Commissioner at Germania Wyoming on March 31 1911 Witnesses Isaac C Vance John Murphy William Marler and Thomas King Jr all of Otto Wyoming 117 m24 W F Brittain Register
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