Oil field activity and local drilling plans in the Big Horn area
Reports describe burning oil near the Hig Horn crest and leakage from field equipment, with E A Durham noting exploration shifts to Greytail sand. C W Atherly mentions surveying and secrecy, while Byron hosts Montana Wyoming Oil Co negotiations and $1,860 lease cancellation for J I NeVille. A new company may form with local investors to drill near town as rumors rise. J Schenk travels to Shenkdan and Kommerer, and Herman’s magic show with “Guess Again” draws crowds. Fine Rambouillet rams from King Bros. of Laramie arrive for local flocks at Alberly ranch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byron
J. i. NeVille
Montana- Wyoming Oll Company
Uncle Joe
Ountekle Cepita
Hermann Lyceum at Fraternity Hall This Friday
The Hermann Company presents a varied program of waste magic and mystery at Fraternity Hall next Friday evening as part of the Lyceum course. L. C. Gray is soliciting season tickets priced at 2 50 for adults and 1 50 for school children. Public support is urged, tickets available at Basin State Bank. The show promises entertainment for all ages, with no new acts added to the lyceum platform in years.
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Kog
Hermann
Sermann
Arthur V. Miller
Lyceum
Hermann & Company
Fraternity
Givem
L. C. Gray
Nike
Bewt
Gray
Basin State Bank
Hermans
Basin Man Lucky Wins Fom Peck Land Drawing
Orville W. Wiffkingon of Basin crew No. 5584 draws for the Fom Peck Indian lands. He stands a good chance at a fine farm and many local friends congratulate him on his luck.
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Basin
Orville W. Wiffkingon
Basin Crew
Wilkingon
Wyoming University Social Life and Football Outlook Improve
The university social life grows with a club like campus atmosphere as new students were greeted in a gym reception. Faculty and alumni praised the event while a large freshman turnout and speeches highlighted school spirit. Football prospects look brighter with two hour practices and returning players shaping a stronger team for the season.
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Freeman Chase
Wyona Te Dowd
Hargeet Wyoming En Orlag Claws
Close Race Round Up Concludes Saturday
A tight round up of Saturday events ends with a closing summary of the race. Local participants and teams are noted along with brief outcomes and standings as the page winds down.
Bucking Contest Crowned E Holman At Big Horn Fair
Big Horn County Fair ended with a blaze of glory last Saturday as E Holman won the championship in the Big Horn Bucking Contest. The event featured top riders including Titus and Pickett, with Steamboat Lib YD and Prince among mounts. A large roundup and races highlighted the day, while missing prize lists delayed agricultural results.
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Big Horn
Which West
Paint Rock
Shell Creek
Mariel
L. E. Watson
Douglas
Nelse Wormslat
Gees
A. Wickwire
Weaver
Newnod
R. C
Sam Goovel
A. Weaver
Fall L
Vice Barness
C. Titus
Holman
Frank Pickett
Prince
Ho Man
Steanbout
Titus
Titus 2d
Frank Picckett
Ya. Lo Owing
Nelae Weaver 2d
Baroness
Mlaver
Aaverick
van Hibberts
Winnenreid
Hunt and Cowgill in Town on Way to Burlington
Will Take Hunt and P Cowgill with their families pass through town en route to Burlington to visit the Brickwon family and plan a big game hunt. Mit Cowell an underwriter for Columbia Fire Underwriters, well known in taewanee o’r ce. The Ladies Aid of the First Baptist Church will meet Mrs W Reper Friday afternoon Oct 3 with no refreshments served at the meeting.
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Ivert Grandall
Cloverly
Young Toiman
Otto
Sheridan Aidw
Gart
Tolman
Crandall
Parkman
P. Cowgill
Burlington
Brickwon
Mit Cowell & An
Columibia Fire
Taewanee O'R Ce
Ladies Aid
Mra W. Reper
Wyoming Legislators Press for Star Route Carrier Pay Rises
Washington oct 1 representative Mondell leads a campaign to obtain more liberal compensation for star route mail carriers hurt by parcel post gains. committee to seek specific information from the postmaster general. tariff shifts threaten Wyoming producers. beef butter eggs and corn imports noted. Wyoming sheepmen urged to seek Indian affairs approvals for 1000 head of rams for reservations. Fisheries fish program requires congressional endorsement for applications. state residents may apply through Washington delegation.
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Washington
Post Office Department
Mindell
Mondell
Ely
House
Wyoming
Momdell
Parcels Post
Prema
Parcel Post
Buenos Ayres
Commissioner of
Lndian Affairs
Congress
Bureau of Fisheries
Worland Brings Countywide Celebration
Worland and surrounding areas held a Saturday festivity with about 1500 attendees. A large barbecue and supper were provided by residents, with strong praise for the ladies’ committee. Afternoon races and events capped the program at the tall grounds.
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Worland
Wes
Genenes cml
Wyoming Expo Draws Big Crowd and Prizes Announced
A large crowd attended the Wyoming show with strong horse displays and pony races. An evening of two dances occurred due to limited space at the venues. An exhibit featured many products with prizes awarded, praised as unmatched by recent fairs. Prof Buffum will showcase the exhibit at the state fair in Douglas and expects many first prizes. L J Wiltse and wife of Colina visited their parents, enjoyed fishing and mountain trips, and spoke highly of Wyoming as a future major playground. They left Tuesday for home, leaving many friends hoping for a summer return.
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Douglas
Buffum
Wyoming
L. J. Wiltse
Coalina
W. W. Rhea
Mrs. Wiltse
County fair praised by visitors from Otto
Dr M G Traugh and George Nelson of Otto visited town the first of the week. Traugh called last week's fair the best ever in the county and said he could haul a two ton load from Otto with one team. He urged commissioners to repair the new road this fall to save several hundred dollars for the county.
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M. G. Traugh
George Nelson
Otto
Traugh
Delare
Crandall Missing After Mountain Blizzard Search Continues
Delbert Crandall of Beaver Creek near Cloverly Wyoming disappeared after a blizzard while returning from Omaha with a lamb shipment. Tolman, another traveler, reached camp. Crandall did not. A large search party pressed the hunt through the mountains as snows and tracks faded, offering slim hope as time passes.
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Delbert Crah
Parkman
Sheridan Por
Albert Crandall
Tolman
Hin Barbe Dnao
Mr. Crandall
Mr. Tolman
Meswe
Crandall
Makes a Hit Exhibit at the Fair Beyond Words
An exhibit at the fair drew strong attention with interactive displays and artistic pieces. Organizers highlighted engaging elements that explored culture and innovation, attracting crowds throughout the event.
Big Horn Basin Exhibit Draws Crowds At State Fair
A Douglas state fair report says the Big Horn Basin display drew large crowds and high praise. Tomatoes, corn, apples, alfalfa, pumpkins and potatoes win many blue ribbons. officials note 62 first prizes and 43 seconds. Governor's Day expected to cap a record turnout.
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Douglas
J. C. Norris
Big Horn Basin
Agricultural Hall
Yakima Vailla
Washington
Pig Horn
Big Horn
Father Time
Big Horn County
The Road To Otto Demonstration by Harris and Wise
Dr G A Harris and F A Wise demonstrated the smoothness of the new road to Otto on a Wednesday afternoon with A W Coons Wm Gideon J D Johnson 8 Kelley E A Davis and R Bonwell present The recent dragging improved the old road and residents say the improvement reflects well on invested funds The road enables faster travel and is valued by Greybull country residents Commencing Oct 8 the Acme Am usement company will run shows on Wednesday Friday Saturday and Sunday at 730 PM A Saturday night dance is held at usual prices
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Otto
G. A. Harris
F. A. Wise
Otte
A. W. Coons
Wm. Gideon
J. D. Johnson
Greybull Country
Acme Amusement Company
Rhodes Scholarships Examinations Announced at University
President C A Dunwig announces Rhodes scholarships examinations for candidates at the university. Examinations will take place at Lar Awi on Tuesday October 14 at 9 o clock and Wednesday October 15 at the same hour. Publicity urged in local newspapers.
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Bertha K. Vandevender
C. A Dunwig
Upver
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G. J. Schenk
Yeetening
Shenkdan
Kommerer
Ponts
THE
Hermann Company
Fraternity Wall
SSR
Titanic
E. Holman
Capital
Legislators
Crandall and
Telman
Rhodes
Lu Amie
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