Winners of the Decoration Contest in Big Piney
The Lions Club judged residential Christmas lighting in Big Piney for the Lincoln Service Corporation contest. First prize went to Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Daniels, second to Mr. and Mrs. George Nugent, third to Mr. and Mrs. George Smith. Honorable mentions were Mr. and Mrs. Francis Tanner and Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Pearson. Lincoln Service donated the electrical prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Piney
Lincoln Service Corporation
Lions Club
Clifford Daniels
George Nugent
George Smith
Francis Tanner
Kenneth Pearson
Lincoln Service
Nice
Regulations Outlined Set Line Fishing In Wyoming
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department limits set lines to ten waters for general use. Waters include Jackson Lake, Fremont Lake, Beysen Reservoir, Keyhole Reservoir, and several Fremont county lakes with ling only. Rules specify line counts, hooks, seasonal use, and required adult supervision while ling are in use.
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Wyoming Game and Fish Department
Iet
Jackson Lake
Teton County
Fremont Lake
Sublette
Beysen Reservor
Fremont County
Keyhole Reservoir
Crook County
Ocean
Ring
Trail
Torrey Lakes
Pilot Butte
Boysen
Jackson
Fremont
Flaming Gorge
Flaming George
Keyhole
Adance
Snow Shoveling Health Tips From Local Medical Society
Snow shoveling requires energy and muscle while pushing a stalled car is harder. County Medical Society urges men to pace themselves, take 15 minute early starts, rest often, and consider using a motorized helper or hire help. Avoid overexertion to reduce heart attack risk. women may be in better shape for this task.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Medical Society
Milady
Wyoming Farm Bureau shifts toward market system in 1964
Wyoming Farm Bureau president Herb Livingston announced new 1964 policies aligning closer to private competitive enterprise. The platform promotes high per family income, market allocation of farm resources, and farmer self reliance, while supporting tax cuts only after spending reductions. Margareta Greaser crowned Miss Wyoming Farm Bureau 1964. Wyoming earned national awards for citizenship programs and women’s activities at the Chicago convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Farm Bureau Federation
Farm Bureau
Poliy
Chicago
Wyoming
Windy City
Margareta Greaser
Laramie
Wyoming Farm Bureau
Wyoming Farm Bureau ‘Federation
American Farm Bureau
Craig Thomas
WFB
Herb Manig
Proigttm
Livingston
State Highway Newsletter Reports 1963 Revenues
The October Highway Newsletter shows the State Highway Department receiving the largest monthly amount for 1963, with 1 445 375.45 deposited for construction and maintenance. The yearly total stands at 10 576 087.83 versus 10 977 328.11 in 1962. Motor vehicle registrations declined while gas, diesel, and compensatory taxes rose. Drivers covered 221 361 000 miles in Wyoming in October 1963, up from 199 203 000 in October 1962.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Department
Wyoming
Snow shoveling tips for health and winter fitness
The note suggests snow shoveling can benefit health with light exercise and fresh air, emphasizing common sense in winter activity. It warns not to overdo the effort and highlights balancing exercise with safety during the season.
Fort Halleck and Fort Sanders Learnings in Wyoming History
From the state archives a 1865 account details Indian depredations along the Larace Plain between Fort Collins and Fort Halleck, halting Overland Trail travel. Attacks in June and August killed and captured whites, with brutal evidence reported. By 1866 a military post emerged near the Lodge Pole route to protect emigrant camps, Fort Sanders later renamed. The Union Pacific reached the area in spring 1868, shaping Fort Sanders’ role and Wyoming’s frontier defense.
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Fort Collins
Fort Halleck
Larace Plain
Big Laramie
Rock Creek
N. E. Lewis
Laramie Plains
Henry R. Milne
Laramie
JH. Fivatz
Ft. Sanders
Fort Sanders
Wyoming
Big Larame
Little Laramie
Bow Mountains
John Buford
H.R. Nener -Usder
Pope
Department of the Platte
W. P. Sanders
Salt Lake
Denver
Lodge Pale Creek
Union Pacific Railroad
1964 Fish Planting Schedule Announces Massive Stocking
Game and Fish Department officials outline the 1964 stocking plan to maintain harvestable walleye populations in Wyoming. The schedule includes more than 6.5 million rainbow trout and nearly 4 million cutthroat trout, plus mackinaw trout, grayling, brown trout, channel catfish, kokanee salmon, silver salmon, and largemouth bass in varied quantities.
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Game ‘and Fish Department
Wyoming
Beal
Game and Fish Department
Aliens Urged to Register in January District
District Director John T. Clingan of the Immigration and Naturalization Service estimates about 22 000 aliens will report addresses in Colorado and Wyoming during January under the Federal Alien Address Report Program. He notes 21 300 aliens filed addresses in those states in January 1963. Violations may bring a 200 fine, 30 days imprisonment, or deportation. Report cards available January 1 1964 at Denver Post Office District Office, Room 437, and local post offices.
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John T. Clingan
Immigration and Naturaliaotion Service
Colorado
Wyomeang
Clingan
United States
Immigration Service Office
Denver
Lions Club Hosts New Year's Eve Teen Dance at Legion Hall
The community teens enjoyed a festive dance at the Legion hall on New Year's Eve. Sponsored by the loyal Lions Club, the affair drew a large turnout and attendees described the event as a gay, memorable evening.
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Legion Hall
Loyal Lions Club
1964 Fishing Licenses Now Available in Wyoming
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department announces 1964 fishing licenses are available from license selling agents and deputy game wardens across the state. The department reminds anglers that Wyoming law requires a valid license in possession while fishing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming Game and Fish Department
Wyoming
Honor Banquet Highlights Youth Awards in Big Piney Ward
The Big Piney Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints held a Youth Honor Banquet on December 28, 1963, at the LDS Recreation hall. Sixty-five attendees enjoyed a meal while leaders urged youths to follow the Gospel and set high goals. honorees included Larry Perkins, Paul A. Scherbe, Paul Kulinsky, Bradley Anderson, and Carol Yuse for various Duty to God, Eagle Scout, and Young Women awards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Piney Ward
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
LDS
Larry Perkins
Big Piney
Paul A. Scherbe
Paul Kulinsky
Ahout
Bradley Anderson
Carol Yuse
Piney
Merrill Anderson
Blake
Lynn McKinnon
Presdent
Woodruff Stake
Seit
Kiney Roeller
Jana
Connie Yose
Paul A. Scher Fel
Desert
Regular Annual Stockholders Meeting of State Bank of Big Piney
Notice that the annual stockholders meeting of the State Bank of Big Piney Wyoming will be held in the director's room on Monday January 13 1964 at 10 00 AM for election of the Board of Directors and any other business. Public notice January 29 1964.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Bank of
Big Piney
Wyoming
Notice of Big Piney Investment Co stockholder meeting
The Big Piney Investment Co Inc will hold its regular annual stockholders meeting at the State Bank of Big Piney Wyoming in the directors room on Monday January 13 1964 at 2 00 PM for election of directors and other business Pub Jan 29 1964.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BIG Piney Investment Co, Inc
Big Piney Investment Co., Inc
Big Piney
Wyoming
March of Dimes Plans to Double Birth Defects Centers
The National Foundation March of Dimes announced plans to double birth defects and arthritis centers, aiming for 100 birth defects centers and 50 arthritis centers, with a $45 million goal to fund patient care, research, and education. Basil O’Connor led the drive as Dr. William Clark outlined nationwide needs. Mary Lou Graves promoted the campaign in a cross country tour, with Mothers' March urging visits to 15 million homes.
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Basil O'Connor
National Foundation
March of Dimes
William §. Clark
Medical Department
The
United States
Volunte
Mary Lou Graves
Flint
Mich
Mary Lou
Also Mentioned on This Page
Teton Mountain Medical Society
State Highway ‘Newsletter
State Archives
By Lola M. Homsher
Ier
LDS Church Ward
the State Bank OF
General Feders+ ‘tion
the Bliss
Rotary
Kiwanis
American Legion
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Amvets
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