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Big Piney Examiner

Location

Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1950

Page

4

Take Time to Stay Alive in December

Wyoming motorists and pedestrians are urged by Captain Wm. R. Bradley of the Wyoming State Patrol to exercise caution during the holiday rush. He cites increased holiday travel and celebrations as heightening night driving hazards and cold, icy streets, urging slower speeds, longer following distances, tire chains when needed, clear signaling, gradual braking, and careful maneuvers to avoid accidents.

Cheyenne Wyoming Wm. R. Bradley Wyoming State Patrol Bradley National Safety Council

December Dangers on Snow and Ice Highlighted by Captain Bradley

The statement notes snow and ice require longer braking distances with 46 percent more for autos and 65 percent for heavier vehicles. It cites studies showing inadequate traction and reduced visibility as winter’s top traffic threats. He urges careful driving, clear windshields, functioning headlights, and pedestrians to treat the curb line as the danger line, crossing only in gaps. December is flagged as a highly hazardous month for motorists and pedestrians.

Bradley

Longer hours of darkness and hazard of snow and ice

A cautious note highlights the risk from extended night and winter weather. It emphasizes that no one can be too careful under these conditions and urges vigilance for safety.

Majority of UW students are Wyoming residents

About 75 percent of the University of Wyoming campus students this year are Wyoming residents, with roughly 2000 residents and 700 out-of-state students on campus last quarter. Excludes 1050 students at University centers in Laramie Cheyenne and Casper.

U. W Wyoming Residents University of Wyoming Wyoming Laramie Cheyenne Casper

Wyoming Insurance Commissioner Publishes 1949 Yearly Statement

Notice from the Office of Insurance Commissioner of Wyoming certifies a condensed annual statement for the year ending December 31, 1949. It shows written premiums, losses paid and incurred, total assets, liabilities, capital stock, surplus, and income disbursement. The certificate is signed by Insurance Commissioner Rodney Barrus with official seal and publication dates listed as December 14 through January 18, 1951.

Cheyenne Wyoming Capital Capital County of Laramie Rodney Barrus Insurance Commission State of C. S A.D

States and Cities Lead in Student Representation

Laramie sent 335 students, Cheyenne 240, Casper 142, and Sheridan 98. Out-of-state enrollments reached 43 states plus the District of Columbia, Alaska, Hawaii, and nine foreign countries. Germany, Austria, England, Canada, China, Colombia, Siam, Venezuela, and the Netherlands West Indies are listed among foreign origins. Twiners led state totals with 74 students, followed by Colorado with 68 and California with 63.

Laramie Cheyenne Casper Sheridan States District of Columbia Alaska Hawaii Germany Austria England Canada China Columbia Siam Venezuela Netherlands West Indies Twiners Colorado California

Notice of Unclaimed Estrays in Sublette County Wyoming

Pursuant to 1931 Wyoming laws a list of unclaimed estrays taken up by brand inspectors at various markets is posted at the Pine Gale Court House Sublette County. An extra copy is filed with the County Clerk. Robert D. Hanesworth Secretary Treasurer Chief Inspector Wyoming Stock Growers Assn. Pub Dec 14 21.

State of Wyoming Pinegale Sublette Robert. D. Hanesworth

Big Piney liquor license protest hearing set

On November 21 1950 Jane Ross Meeks and Joe L Johnson filed for two Retail Liquor Licenses in the Big Piney Wyoming clerk’s office. Protests will be heard at 8 00 p m on December 21 1950 at the Town Hall. The site is a one story cinder block building on Lots 7 8 Block 3 original townsite Sublette County. Signed Town Clerk Rachel A Scherbsl dated November 23 1950. Pub Nov 23 80 Dec 7 14 2

Jane Ross Meeks Joe L. Johnson Big Piney Wyomint Prlice Sublette Wyoming Rachel A. Scherbsl

Notice of Retail Liquor License Application in Big Piney

Jane Marie Farrell filed on November 13 1959 a retail liquor license application with the Town Clerk of Big Piney Wyoming for a one story cinder block building on Lot 9 Block 3 Original Townsite. Objections if any will be heard at 8:00 PM on December 21 1950 at the Town Hall.

Local Bank Promises Prompt Service for Stockmen

A regional bank highlights its specialization in stockman accounts with swift mail transactions. It touts years of successful banking, experienced officers and directors, and courteous treatment for customers, emphasizing readiness to meet stockmen needs.

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