02 Feb 1912
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Newspaper
Casper Press
Location
Casper, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1912
Page
1
A brief notice outlines completion of segregation with assistance from a delegation led by Beings Deel to a Clee. The report notes official action and the involved state lending authority.
Wyoming and federal officials push to complete the Wind River reservation irrigation scheme in Fremont County. About 2,000,000 of the 4,000,000 dollars needed for canals has been pledged, with eastern investors and Morton family ties involved. The effort follows years of legal wrangling, party control changes, and stalled construction and seeks to resume work with plans to take over water rights and unify the project under one system. The Burlington railroad advertises 140 workers as construction nears, signaling progress toward a comprehensive irrigation venture.
The general condition of sheep herds in central Wyoming is fairly good with few losses. Most flocks are fed corn for winter, some owners lack feed, and cold weather has slowed lambing. losses averted by reserve alfalfa and stubble stocks, with good water in Liverton and nearby ranges.
Seumas MacManus argues that despite Ireland’s reputation as a heavy drinking nation the decline in Irish alcohol use is real. He cites British government statistics showing Irishmen drink about as much as English and Scotch men and suggests cultural habits influence drinking patterns. He contrasts Irish drinking with other nations and notes perceptions of temperance movements.
The Casper court house will host a mass meeting Saturday evening February 2 for the formation of a local commercial club. Mayor and Commissioner Hoy W. Rome of Cheyenne will attend to explain the opportunity and Bebenck will present, inviting business and civic leaders to discuss co operation and promote Casper Natrona County development.
A plan to harness Casper Creek at Lanetown with a large reservoir and irrigation ditch aims to produce bountiful crops in Natrom county. An eastern capital representative approved the project and a 30 day option to form a company, with Mr. Johnson contributing about 15 000 and retaining no stake. The scheme hinges on water rights, land segregation under the Carey act, and surface construction with a tunnel near the reservoir.
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