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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1916
Page
4
The Basin Republican notes strong partisan resolve and calls for unity. It recalls an offer to raise cavalry ready for service in Mexico and mocks opposition to mobilization, highlighting readiness and national spirit in 1905 Basin, Wyoming.
The piece discusses tax ideas and the appeal of no taxes, noting communities want some revenue to fund fairs, parks, and state advertising. It cites J M Hench of Thermopolis as favoring minimal state funds, praises the Cody Herald under L L Newton, and covers World War I era mentions including Villa pursuit, Wilson's nomination, and Indiana primary results showing Fairbanks ahead of Wilson supporters.
The piece argues for using road drag to fill holes and slim the mud, praising the measure as a revenue-compatible policy. It notes political debate and references national figures and party positions, contrasting road upkeep with tax options and mentioning Villa and Funston in a broad wartime and political context.
Schools from across the county sent representatives to a Saturday spelling contest directed by County Superintendent Mrs. Donaldson. Esther Johnson of Perkins won first prize with 99 percent efficiency, while Lillian Peterson of Byron took second with near perfect scores.
The region basks in drying weather as Thomas Weir blesses a Shell visit with plans for housekeeping. Nebraska visitor Mr. Spencer, brother of Claude Spencer, has rented Craim ranch on Trapper creek and has been moving household goods from Greybull this past week.
The Hallowell Musical company, a ten piece touring troupe, presented a packed show in Laramie on January 10 1916 under Damon Lodge K of P. The article praises the group as the best on the road and notes three seasons of engagements. It also lists sale of art and variety stock and fixtures for 1800 dollars with a prime location in a thriving town. Gordon G Johnston of Douglas Wyoming is associated with the sale.
A week of special services at the Methodist church begins Sunday March 19 with Rev D E Kendall of Sheridan as evangelist He is described as a splendid preacher and will address great questions of the day Music by the choir and a welcome to all Pastor U M Crath urges cooperation and attendance to promote the Christian cause
The week saw a silent music class due to illness of Miss Birmingham while Miss Lewis from Denver joins sixth and seventh grades. Seniors held a business meeting, eighth graders welcome Gladys Smith from Shell, and the big debate on Friday asks if Germany may sink armed belligerent vessels.
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