Republican Ticket Named for County and State Posts
The Rustler lauds Sheriff Wickwire as a strong Republican nominee and urges support for the county ticket including Carey for Governor Chaplin for Secretary of State Monde ll for Congress and others with Wickwire praised for enforcing law and order, running in the primaries and seeking re election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert D Carey
Careyhurst
William E. Chaplin
Laramie
Sheriff Wickwire
Republican Party
the Rustler
Republican Candidate Scott Seen As Capable County Clerk
The piece argues for Mrs Murphy’s defense then endorses Miss Scott as the better Republican for county clerk, noting Scott’s ability and potential to handle duties well. It mentions ongoing party tensions between Republicans and Democrats over the office and references a broader national defense call.
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Lovell Chronicle
Murphy
Rustler
Miss Scott
West Named for County Prosecuting Attorney Ticket
Report from Greybull that the county central committee placed R B West on the Republican ticket for county and prosecuting attorney received general voter approval. West is not a formal candidate but consented to fill the ticket as voters demanded. He previously served in this office and would again sacrifice private practice to serve the people if chosen.
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Greybull
County Central Committee
R. B. West
West
The Doctor's Opportunity in War Service
Franklin Martin urges physicians to enroll in the volunteer service corps under Gen Gorgas as civilian doctors join the war effort. The Washington Post notes the need for greater physician participation, stressing prompt applications for government service.
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Franklin Martin
General Medical Board
Council of National Defense
Gen. Gorgas
Germany
Washington Post
The
Council of Nationalefense
Y Volunteer Service Corps
Martin
Local Fourth Liberty Loan Drive Plans Quota Adjustment
Thos M Hyde chairman for Big Horn County returned from Cheyenne after meetings with state county chairmen and federal reserve representatives to discuss the upcoming Fourth Liberty Loan drive starting September 28. Hyde pressed for an equitable county quota following previous discrimination, noting Big Horns population around 8000 and bank deposits near two million. Montana’s Yellowstone County had a higher population and larger deposits but a proportionate quota. Cross indicated the issue would be reviewed to set a fair quota, and Hyde promised the drive would be organized quickly and effectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. M. Hyde
Big Horn
Cheyenne
A. B. Cross
Kansas City
Mr. Eastman
Omaha
Federal Reserve Banks
Hyde
Federal Reserve
Montana
Yellowstone County
Cross
Everthing
Red Cross Carnival Thanks Citizens of Basin
The Red Cross Carnival in Basin receives cordial thanks from the organizing committee for Big Horn county and Basin fair supporters. Special gratitude goes to the stand committees and volunteers. Signed by T. K. Bishop chairman W. B. Hartigan J. C. Stewart and Thos M. Hyde for the Great American Red Cross.
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Big Horn County
Red Cross
Basin
Great American Red Cross
T. K. Bishop
W. B. Hartigan
J. C. Stewart
Thos. M. Hyde
Injunction Sought Over Oil Placer Claims on Crystal Creek
H B Durham of Casper and G Hartigan of Basin secured a temporary injunction from Court Commissioner H S Smith. The order bars A M Barringer W E Nolan Wm Katter Guy Spence Fred Garland H Klette Warren J Jones and Frank A Wise from trespassing on oil placer locations claimed by L R Ewart and others near Crystal creek. Plaintiffs say they spent large sums drilling and found oil in large quantities. The suit concerns lands near a Cosden company field and will be fought to a finish in court.
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H. B. Durham
Casper
G. Hartigan
Basin
L. R. Ewart
Et al
H. Smith
A. M. Barringer
W. E. Nolan
Wm. Katter
Guy Spence
Fred Garland
H Klette
Warren J. Jones
Frank A. Wise
Crystal Creek
Cosden Company
Thermopolis Oil Prospector Eyes Big Returns on Dome Leases
James Smith once of Basin now in Thermopolis and an orchestra performer at the fair may become an oil magnate. He holds 1800 acres of leases in the Hamilton dome 26 miles from Thermopolis on Grass Creek road. A well brought in last Saturday shows oil rising thirty feet though not in the sand, indicating an extensive anticline and potential large profits.
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James Smith
Thermopolis
Basin
Jimmy
Hamilton Dome
Grass Creek Road
Former prisoner writes from Camp Frovier Greenville about life
Ki I Lynagh once jailed in the county jail writes to J P Zane from Jat Co 1st Provost Dep Brigade Camp Frovier Greenville S C stating he has reformed and enjoys life, plans to visit the Kaiser soon, and asks to hear from acquaintances from here.
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Ki. I. Lynagh
J. P. Zane
Jat Co
Camp Frovier
Greenville
5. C
George Harding Demotion Sparks War of Words
The Republican misidentified George Harding of Greybull as a Democrat. Justice Harding protested the error, threatening consequences if an apology was not issued. Harding is described as a lifelong Republican and firm in his views.
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Justice of the Peace
Greybull
George Harding
Justice Harding
Justice Bonwell Oversees Lovell Couple Marriage
Last Friday evening Justice Bonwell joined Grover C. Thmeet and Annie Sessions in marriage at his residence. The Lovell couple returned home the next day and will reside in Lovell. Their many friends wish them joy in a Republican notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Bonwell
Grover C. Thmeet
Miss. Annie Sessions
Lovell
Democrats Hold County Central Committee Meeting
The Democratic county central committee met at the courthouse last Tuesday. County Chairman J. A. Berry called the meeting to order and was re elected as chairman. Mrs Zela Murphy served as secretary in W C Snow's absence. Routine business was transacted.
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Democratic County Central Committee
Court House
J. A. Berry
Zela Murphy
W. C C. Snow
Train Collision Near Wee Yards Causes No Injuries
An engine sideaboose collided with a freight train north of the wee yards last Sunday about four o'clock. A attic car at the rear of the freight toppled onto the caboose causing major damage. No injuries reported and wreck cleared quickly.
Correction on Grey Bull invitation by Maye Williams
In Inetweek's Republican issue a correction states the Labor Day invitation to visit Grey Bull was issued by Maye Williams, not C. J. Williams. The piece also notes L. L. Cassell is the current mayor of Grey Bull.
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Greybull
Dusin
Maye
C.J. Williams
L. L. Cassell
Grey Bull
Basin Woman's Club Meeting Opening
The first Basin Woman's Club meeting will be in the library club room at 11 o clock. An interesting program is planned and members should try to be present.
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Woman's Club of
Basin
Embar Oil head driller at town fair visits
Fred M. Whittier head driller for Embar Oil and Gas Co spent several days in town for the fair and left today for the field. He believes a big well on the Embar property may come soon, which would be good news for local stockholders.
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Fred M. Whittier
Embar Oil & Gas Co
Fred
Oil Men Visit Town From Billings and Laramie
C E Stubbs of Billings with F John Sur, noted geologist, visited town last Monday night. Stubbs had returned from Laramie country after inspecting oil land prospects.
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C. E. Stubbs
Billings
F. John Sur
Mr. Stubbs
Laramie
Slacker arrests lead to sheriff’s roundup
The sheriff's office took into custody Carl Hutton John E McBlain Claud Henry and Paul Morrison on slacker charges. Allen Bagley was arrested for seditious utterances and his case referred to the department of justice. he is held until further action.
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Sheriff's Office
Carl Hutton
John E. McBlain
Claud Henry
Paul Morrison
Allen Bagley
Department of Justice
Flag Ceremony for Courthouse Pole Held Last Week
A large flag was hoisted south of the courthouse with ceremonies last Tuesday afternoon. The event followed the published program and notices call for finalizing accounts and arranging seating as some parties owe money.
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Court House
Inet
Mrs Rhodes Reports Active Rebekah Lodges Visit
Mrs M B Rhodes president of the assembly returned Sunday from a visit to Rebekah lodges in towns between Basin and Lander. She reports the lodges are active and flourishing with numerous gatherings and prospects ahead.
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M. B. Rhodes
Rebekah
Basin and
Lander
Serene Greybull Band Serenades Booths at Evening Fair
The Greybull band serenaded the various booth areas that evening delighting the Indies in charge. The Harry Drumm family favored a visit to Killings last Sunday, and Mrs. Drumm and children planned to visit relatives for a short time, returning the following day.
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Greybull
Harry Drumm
Mra Drumm
More Boys Leave for the Front Amid Draft Departures
Last Tuesday and Thursday additional draft recruits departed for the front, with the band leading the send off as citizens wished them well in the journey.
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Front
Incompetency Hearing Names Guardian for H L Perkins Sr
A jury found H L Perkins Sr of near Otto incompetent to manage affairs due to age and illness. Clerk Frank I Rue presided as John J Perkins, his son, was appointed guardian.
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H. L. Perkins, Sr
Otto
Frank I. ‘Rue
John J. Perkins
Baptist Church Preaching Next Sunday at Burling ton
A Baptist church schedule announces preaching next Sunday with services in the morning and evening. Rev. Hazen will preach at Burling ton Sunday morning.
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The
Baptist Church
Hazen
Burlington
Fire at Greybull destroys Logan confectionary store
A Logan confectionary store in Greybull burned early this morning causing about 1000 dollars in damage. A gas leak is suspected as the fire’s cause.
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Logan Confectionary
Greybull
Have a Son Born to Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Craig
A son was born last Sunday night to Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Craig. Both mother and child reported doing well. Found at fair grounds a boy's scout. owner can claim by paying for this notice.
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C. B. Craig
Fair Grounds
Canning
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