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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1911
Page
5
A Basin Wyoming newspaper page includes a short notice about second class mail, editor names, and subscription rates, followed by the Big Horn County official paper designation and a time table for Basin train departures. A cross page poem urges boosters to promote town projects and civic effort, with a quoted Bennett passage from the Saturday Review encouraging community pride and support.
Look ahead urged Ba in town council to create a sinking fund for bond redemption and interest payments. Authors argue current bond issues lack annual tax support, risking larger future burdens. Proposes charging annual town resources to repay debt each year to avoid sudden big bond votes later.
A neighbor objects to a Republican editorial highlighting potential issues for western states from direct election of senators. The di s section hints at expected disappointment from Democratic organs and the Democratic party.
The text contrasts disillusionment with representatives over the past decade with Republican optimism. It asserts trust in current methods of electing senators and argues that electing senators directly would not improve outcomes. It praises Wyoming as well represented in the senate and influential in national affairs.
The Denver Republican notes La Follette and Bristow are unhappy with Senate committee placements especially the inter state commerce panel. It argues their push to influence railroads fails as Democrats refuse to aid their rescue, signaling a poor session for their reformist bloc.
The piece urges Basin voters to elect Progressive ticket candidates next Tuesday. It argues the ticket offers sound judgment, competent town management, and a sane, economical administration to develop the town and protect property interests.
An editorial piece in Park County Enterprise of Cody questions rival contests while recalling a recent local contest and mocks the phrase dough up. It notes a Texan offering to cover expenses and gate receipts for a joint Bryan Bailey debate as hot air vaudeville. The dispatches hint US intervention in Mexico could trigger real trouble.
A collection of snappy witticisms and local notices from Basin. Residents discuss fashion trends like hobble gowns and harem skirts while observers critique immigration attitudes. Mrs Andrew Brown arrives from Cowley to join her husband, a stone cutter, as Basin welcomes the family and plans for new home life.
A reader frets over barber dislikes choosing between a barber who sticks a finger in the mouth during lip shaving and one who asks if the razor hurts. The note captures small anxieties about personal grooming in a humorous light.
A local council weighs a speed limit law due to reckless automobile driving endangering pedestrians. An eastern preacher links the average summer resort to divorce, while Nevada remains mentioned.
The mayor proposed an inventory of city property and selected Councilman Matteson to handle the task. He will begin duties after his term ends. No further business was conducted as the meeting adjourned.
The Big Horn County Board of Commissioners resolves the sheriff’s office is vacant and appoints B. F. Wickwire to fill the unexpired term. Wickwire must take the oath, post bond, and qualify under Wyoming law. all county officers are notified to act accordingly. May 2, 1911.
Johnson Pease announces a new 30 by 120 foot street building with a cement basement to serve as stock and storeroom. D Everett handles excavation and foundation with a large crew. building contract to follow. Occupancy aimed for August 1 amid Basin’s growing trade and community pride.
The Wind River Mountaineer of Lander rebuts editorials by Wendt and others claiming editors sought to hinder investigations. It asserts that proposals for investigations into water matters and offices were biased by Democratic authors and driven by Republican control, denying the allegations as false and political.
A speech excerpt critiques a Senate investigation into printing contracts and notes that the committee found no illegal activity. It covers land sale terms, 4 percent interest, and the fiscal impact on schools. It also reports Wyoming elk conservation plans and Denver park managers seeking elk from Jackson Hole.
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