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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1918
Page
2
The article states that solving postwar issues demands world wisdom. It notes shortages of food and clothing and describes the monumental task of rebuilding infrastructure. It mentions Mr Moover undertaking what is likely his greatest project yet and hopes for amicable distribution of foodstuffs.
The piece argues for gradual demobilization, balanced wage and hours policy, and coordinated reconstruction. It notes reliance on US and British factories, needed wool and cotton, and the potential for export surplus. It urges government direction to avoid industrial disruption and promote peaceful conversion.
Frank G. Curtis of Casper Wyoming, executive chairman of the Wyoming oil men, reports in Washington that Congress toyed with an oil land leasing bill and urged a reasonable measure. He praises Taft's calls for accountability and bipartisanship on treaty matters and says a new influx of Republicans with good Democrats could yield a workable bill. Curtis notes no demand for government action to curb Casper fuel oil use.
Shell country residents welcome Shell country guests Mr and Mrs C F Lampman of Greybull. Lou Blakesley once Elkhorn Live Stock manager seeks daily care in Basin. Rush Lampmann visits Bear Creek. George Kershner and Walter Iles on the mountains for stray horses. Mrs George Kershner hosts a stag party with many young men present. Farmers hope for a threshing machine as oats and wheat crops are large. Russell Bradley returns to Horse Creek with stock and household goods. County commissioner elect T W Olney visits the upper valley and earns strong support.
Chairman Hurley of the shipping board defends keeping volunteers and conscripts under arms until their return causes no labor disruption. He rejects keeping troops in Europe at $30 a month after military needs end to assist economic reorganization. The note warns against sacrificing soldiers for noncombatant interests. Also mentions the D. C. Henry sale postponed due to flu, now set for November 23 near Basin.
State Board of School Land Commissioners will offer public sale on November 30 1918 at Basin Wyoming. Lands include SE SW 31 57 94 40 acres, N E NW 29 53 89 240 acres, SE NE 31 32 53 89 79.69 acres. Appraisals set at 13.33 per acre, minimum bid 10 per acre or 10 percent down. Purchasers must reconvey minerals to state.
Fraternity Hall hosts Evening Meetings for Temple Lodge No. 20 A F and A M on every second and fourth Wednesday. Eastern Star gathers there every second and fourth Monday. Basin Lodge No. 36 O O F meets Tuesday evenings. Basin Encampment No. 16 I C O F meets on second and fourth Fridays. Eliza Rebekah Lodge No. 26 I C O F meets first and third Mondays. Basin Camp No. 5686 si W A meets second and fourth Thursdays.
Basin City announces its municipal leadership with Mayor E. J. Sullivan and councilmen Wm. Gibson F. M. L. Hime R. R. Denny W. H. Pauley. Treasurer Mrs. M. V. Rhodes. Clerk Jas. F. Ewers. Attorney C. A. Zaring. Marshal J. H. Hanlon. Official paper Basin Republican.
Listing of county officers including Sheriff Assessor Commissioners Clerk District Court and other staff. Names shown include B F Wickwire G Hartigan Zela Murphy Percy Metz Elaine Kinder J K Burnham and others. Trading with your home man noted along with Dr L G Vanslyke office hours at Pioneer Building Basin Wyoming.
B C Cropsey advertises an auctioneer service buying and selling all classes of horses and cattle on commission with contact by phone or write.
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