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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1914
Page
4
Basins Republican published a public notice page listing ad rates and terms. The document, under the March 6 1879 act, shows subscription at 3 dollars yearly in advance and rates for display ads and locals. It notes post office location Wyoming and includes publisher P P Anderson.
County Officials of Big Horn County Wyoming and Basin City list executives and department heads. Republican ticket outlines for state offices and local offices including clerk, sheriff, treasurer, and judges. Also notes on wartime economic effects and criticisms of the administration and policy failures.
Voters demand a seasoned leader to restore prosperity and steady foreign policy. The public seeks practical, stable governance as international conditions complicate the political landscape and an upcoming election nears.
The piece notes Republican candidates praised for integrity and fitness in Wyoming with a broad pro party stance. It cites progressive chair Gottlieb expressing optimism about Wyoming, and mentions a Midwest arrival commenting on absence of two things. It also references Roger Sullivan winning the U S Senate nomination in Illinois primaries and hints at criticism of Bryan and the current administration.
Beaver Creek reports Roe sold desert claims and most personal property to John Allen, Mrs. Roe visiting Iowa. Augustus Wagner hauls lumber for a new barn. Leavitt visits. Mrs. Moberly plans Duluth and Mayo Brothers after Rochester trip for health. Frank Gould travels to Greybull. Road notice from county commissioners to locate a 40 foot wide road, objections due by Oct 6, 1914. details on section lines and township provided.
This Sunday at the Presbyterian Church the morning sermon is The Beauty of Service and the evening sermon at 7 30 features The Straight Gate. The pastor A Saxe invites all, urging young people to pursue education to completion. Tray Lee of Shell and Dr C B Fawcett of Hyattville also noted for local business in the county seat.
Smith S H Smith, candidate for clerk of the district court on the Republican ticket, is a leading alterna of Bas'n and current city treasurer. He is competent to run the office and will work for county taxpayers. His primary vote is a forerunner of a substantial November majority.
A divorce was granted this week to David F Rappleye Jr from Myrtle Rappleye. Both parties reside near Cowley. A second note mentions elk hunting by W H Pauley and John Smith returning from the Pahaska country with the season's first elk. Earl Gebhart has accepted a position in the Cook store. W J Stanley and wife returned from a visit in Lowell. Demand for Native Timber outlines government timber disposals in the Black Hills and Bonneville forests, plus free use permits to 6085 settlers and homesteaders.
London reports German corps marching south between Oudenarde and Grammont as reinforcements. an Ostend telegram estimates 60 000 Allied reinforcements moving into France in three columns. French officials say Allied offensives are bottling up German forces from Paris to Verdun, with retreat suspected as ammunition and provisions dwindle.
The second Bax Horn and cumbee teachers' institute met in Worland with about 60 from Horn and 22 from Weshakie county. Mayor Russell welcomed participants as Dean Knrileht of the University of Wyoming lectured on agriculture and teacher outlines were provided. Prof Hoover led music with Miss Coons and Miss Buffum accompanying. Browning readings, round-table discussions, and talks by J O Creager highlighted vocational guidance, school governance, and grammar teaching. Pete Prison returned from Tensleep after fishing.
Herman B. Gates, Republican candidate for state treasurer, won the nomination by a large margin in recent primaries. A Thermopolis and Worland banker who represented Basin County, Gates is described as highly qualified with broad statewide support and a broad base of friends. The article predicts a strong vote for him in the Basin counties and across the state in November.
The Republican slate includes John H. Hinckley of Cowley a veteran farmer and stockman who has represented the county in the legislature and would aid taxpayers with experienced insight. A Mercer Jr of Hyattville a Mercer Bros. stock grower is set to secure needed legislation. Asa Mercer a large taxpayer and trusted businessman is expected to win by a large margin. E J Sullivan of Basin a former leader in the house is hailed for his record and likely reelection by a wider majority.
W W Shaver of Greybull seeks the four year Republican county commissioner seat with a long Basin county residency and prior county treasurer experience. J P Mayer of Otto runs for the two year term as a Republican, owner of Mayer Mercantile, a seasoned Basin resident promising efficiency and economy in county management. Election in November regarded as assured by supporters.
The text praises the Basin County superintendent of schools as an efficient educator in Basin public schools. It highlights her education and training, her qualification to lead the county schools, and her commitment to upbuilding them. The passage expresses support for her election, predicting a large majority.
Dr. G. A. Harris, Republican candidate and Basin hospital staff member, has served as county coroner for the past two years and is fully entitled to another term due to his broad acquaintance in Basin country and his work on the coroner’s staff.
Clyde W. Atherly, a Republican candidate for county surveyor, is well known to voters across the county. He has made a fine record during his incumbency and will receive voter support at the polls this fall.
John K. Burnham of Lovell won a near unanimous GOP primary vote for county treasurer. He is highly qualified from his Navy Yard Puget Sound accounting work where five million dollars a year passed through his office.
Notice announces bid request for seat plane and specifications viewable at the Big Horn County Bank Grey Bull Bank and Mayer Merc Co Otto. Bids due by 2 pm August 1st 1914 opened and awarded to lowest bidder. Board may reject any bids and bids mailed to F L Kirkpatrigok Otto Wy. by August day.
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