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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1920
Page
5
The Basin Basin Basin News editorial rails against foreign dictation in a proposed league of nations. It argues that Americans want their interests and traditions protected and warns that England and other leaders should not dictate terms. The piece reflects local sentiment ahead of the next November election.
Republican ticket listing candidates for county roles: Representative in Congress Frank W Mondell Sheriff B F Wickwire Treasurer Marie V Rhodes County Attorney Frank A Little Assessor J B Atherly Clerk of District Court John L Landmlair Surveyor G J Schenk County Commissioner four year term T W Olney County Commissioner two year term A Welch Coroner M H Smith.
The Grandstander reports Cox charges Republicans attempted a 15 million fund to win the presidency with no evidence before the Senate committee. He accuses the campaign treasurer and manager of falsifying records and ridicules Cox as a contemptible candidate. He claims Democrats distrust him and predicts Republican gains as Cox campaigns.
A discussion on automobile fatalities notes one death every thirty minutes in the United States, with alcohol blamed less now than before. It urges slower driving, cites local speeders in Basin, warns of youth drivers, and questions candidate Cox's suitability for president.
The phrase notes that Wilsons trusted aide cannot ride to the White House on borrowed popularity, implying a political setback or shift in support and public perception surrounding Roosevelt.
Governor Cox refuses to appear before the Senate Investigating Committee about campaign fund allegations. He says he will present facts to voters in his own chosen manner, prompting praise from Senator Harding and Republican National Chairman Hays for publicity and action.
The Basin Boy Scouts and the Greybull junior team will play next Sunday after noon, with the game starting at 2 30 o clock. All lovers of the game are invited to attend for an afternoon of good clean baseball.
The Presbyterian Sunday school will hold regular service next Sunday at 10 a.m. Mrs Maggie J Arhott is listed as Superintendent in the notice.
Breeders from North Dakota will bring cattle from Mandan to Billings for the Midland Empire fair September 21 to 24. National livestock associations prize offerings include 150 from the American Aberdeen Angus Breeders' Association. The Duroc Jersey District Futurity has 10 nominations and the Poland China State Futurity has 24. Hog exhibits, cattle, sheep, and horses expected to be large and top quality due to no competing fair dates in Montana or Wyoming.
The Midland Empire fair runs September 21 24 featuring races with a mile in 25 seconds speed demon and a $5 000 purse. Notable drivers include Larry D Stone Jimmy Costa Swede Anderson and the Jumbo Blitzen Benz. Auto polo between American and British teams adds further high speed spectacle.
The Basin Republican lists local officials including Sheriff B F Wickwire Assessor T J Jones commissioners C A Welch T W Olney John Weintz County Clerk Zela Murphy County Attorney F A Little Clerk of the District Court John L Landfall Treasurer Maizie Rhodes County Surveyor G J Schenk Coroner M H Smith Mayor R B Weat and council members R R Denny A B Martin R R Ferris A B Moore Clerk Edgar L Beard Marshal Edgar L Beard Treasurer Lola Gingrich Official Paper Basin Republican The notice states we furnish readers with local state and national news.
County warrants to and including No 7335 are called for payment. Interest accrues February 14 1980. County Treasurer Marle V Rhodes urges inquiries. For sale large refrigerator suitable for store or restaurant. Inquire at this office.
The Alamo Drainage District seeks sealed bids by 2:00 p.m. September 4, 1920, for unloading and hauling 61 182 feet of drain tile on its district system. Bids are to be per car unloaded and per ton mile hauled. Details available from district commissioners or engineers H C Avery and Clyde W Atherly in Basin Wyoming.
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