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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1912
Page
8
A signed statement by A. P. Mac Vashan proclaims success in settling the town site issue, promising a compact town within a year and rapid growth to 800 residents at Big Piney in two years and 1000 in ten, with water works, sewerage and electric lights. The piece urges teamwork and ongoing efforts as improbable plans unfold.
The text paints a pastoral Green River Valley scene with abundant crops and livestock. It notes Teddy Roosevelt pursuing a third party movement, while Democrats organize to oppose Senator Warren amid rival newspaper campaigns and calls for cleaner political discourse.
A cautious report notes moves to improve roads and boost tourist traffic. Eight Finns arrived last Monday and camp near the site to observe the opening of the new road project. Terminal work suggests the crop will need more help than expected.
Hubert of Omaha Nebraska intends to purchase 4000 range horses and mules for a New Jersey venue and Wild West Show. He invites calls or letters to Hella's Hotel Piney to arrange the order delivery within ten days.
The Indian office sets tentative sale date for Wind River lands near Lander Wyoming. About 200 tracts of 40 to 320 acres will go to highest bidders with 320 acre grazing tracts offered later. Rail rate discounts expected to draw buyers from Wyoming and neighboring states. records kept at Wind River agency.
Daniel Items Pitin flew tat caves H. MacDonald a brother of Joe from Dacato visited on Saturday to seek health. Vigo Miller left for Opal Sunday for supplies. Mrs. Miller received a new pinto from Ogden. Oscar Zingheim and family returned from a two week visit with his sister on Big Sandy. Mr. Gilkey and Miss Raby Baneh were Sunday visitors in town. Mr. Borey out with Mr. Nelson on the Cottonwoods for Every Man's Friend insurance. Chas Rathbun stopped in Daniel last week, first visit in two years. Mrs. Leander Sargent came up on the Bird auto from Virginia visit with her mother.
H L Budd, current county assessor, enters as Republican candidate for a two year term as county commissioner. Born in Wyoming and lifelong district resident, he cites proven service and capability. supporters expect strong efficiency and sound judgment in office.
Studebaker Bros Co of Utah advertises wagons harnesses and buggies. Headquarters listed at W 41 Heitz's Hotel Big Piney in a brief notice dated jy25 91 5.
Thomas O'Neil narrowly escaped drowning in the Green river when his saddle horse failed and plunged into the water. He managed to reach the shore with quick effort and was chilled but suffered no lasting harm.
A regular meeting of the Big Pinay Commercial club is scheduled for next Tuesday. Major business will be discussed and all members are urged to attend. George Hubert reports a weak Omaha market for horses but is buying for Polo and Show outfits. Groundbreaking started on a new building to house this paper and possibly a Doctor Schrader office, with Albert Atwood on the job and Booster Heitz as owner. C. E. Cotton of Cheyenne, a ranch proprietor, is visiting and scouting local ranch and hay crops. The ONeill residence on the east ranch is nearing completion with heating, electric light, and running water being installed. Steve Daniels and daughter Blanche visited town. Blanche promises more entertaining items.
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