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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1959
Page
1
The Wyoming State Archives and Historical Department in Cheyenne houses the largest and finest Wyoming newspaper collection. It numbers over many volumes on microfilm with earliest dates dating to September 19, 1867. The preserved papers reflect life in the state across generations.
A 1959 letter from Walter Yose Jr discusses cattle scab, import practices, and calls for stricter health inspections in Wyoming. He notes a meeting led by Walter Yose Sr, the dipping to control scab and Anaplasmosis, and urges tougher checks on cattle coming into the state.
The article reviews the Cheyenne Daily Leader and its later fusion with the Sun and Tribune, forming the Tribune, and notes the Laramie Sentinel’s early start in 1870. It details Cheyenne’s founding in 1867, Mayor Hock’s administration, early printing challenges, and the Leader becoming a daily by December 21 with telegraph-driven expansion.
Oliver Oscar Rickert 74 died suddenly November 29 after a heart attack at his daughter's home. Born December 3, 1889 in Jamestown Indiana, he lived in Evanston most of his life, founded the Evanston Booster, co published the Uinta County Herald, and worked for the Wyoming Times. Survived by three daughters, seven grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren. Funeral held December 2 at the Evanston Fourth Ward chapel. Memorial donations to the Uinta County Herald.
Denver researchers report progress on a tuberculosis vaccine named vyacline and the Christmas Seal Lab faces increased fundraising needs. Wyoming coach Robert Devaney and Gale Chanman announce the appeal to support continued research led by Gardner Middlebrook MD at National Jewish Hospital in Denver. Christmas Seal contributions as of December 1 total $12,011.18, about the same as last year.
Do your gift wrapping carefully on a solid surface. Plan the wrap to match the gift, measure paper before cutting, fold corners securely, and attach a separately made bow with clear tape. Use appropriate colors and avoid dainty designs for men’s gifts.
Four Wyoming youths dominate 4-H state award scene for 1999. Larry Sims of Evanston wins electric project and 1999 Chicago congress delegate with Westinghouse Foundation support. Dale Gosney of Kaycee is top beef producer and congress attendee via Du Pont grant. Larry Schwartz of Worland leads field crops with Arcadian Plant support to Chicago. John Hornecker of Lander wins soil and water conservation with Firestone backing.
Wyoming Game and Fish Commission set 1960 trapping seasons for mink martens foxes and beavers at the November meeting. Seasons vary by area with state wide openings and forest land designations in counties including Teton Lincoln Sublette Fremont Johnson Park Goschen Laramie. Residents with deputy wardens approval can obtain trapping permits for Wyoming fur bearing.
On December 2 1959 Robert C Noble and Kenneth V Noble filed for a retail liquor license in Big Piney Wyoming. The premises describe front room of Ceinder block building Lot 9 Block 3 original town site. Objections if any to be heard January 4 1960 at 8:00 p.m. in Town Hall. City Clerk Rachel A Scherbel dated December 2 1985 pub dates December 3 10 17.
The piece reflects on Christmas as a joyful season for both young and old. It recalls snowy days, frosted windows, and hearth warmth that stir fond, lasting memories of happier times.
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