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Big Piney Examiner

Location

Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1940

Page

5

De Smet Monument at Daniel Wyomings 100th Mass

Biographical sketch of Father Piene Jean DeSmet born 1801 in Belgium, his mission work across Missouri and the Plains, and the 1840 Mass at Green River. Describes De Smet’s influence, public role with U.S. Government, and the 1925 Cheyenne altar monument, with plans for a 100th Holy Mass celebration and July 4 observances by Wyoming Knights of Columbus and clergy.

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School District Nine Holds Annual Meeting at Community Hall

The regular annual meeting of school district number nine was held Monday afternoon at the Community Hall. Board members Arnold Olden James P Jensen and S E Cagzio attended along with district residents. Discussion covered teachers and buses as routine mailers were left to the board. The board sought $15,000 for maintenance.

Arnold Olden James P Jensen S E Cagzio

Unanimous vote reelects Arnold Olson and elects James E Ray

In a unanimous decision Arnold Olson was reelected to a key post and James E Ray was elected to the vacant seat left by S E Cager, filling the vacancy in the body. The action completes the slate for the term.

Inex Arnold Olson James E Ray S E Cager

Church Service and Picnic at Werschler Ranch on Fontenelle

On Sunday June 21 the Episcopal church sponsors a church service and picnic at Ned Heischler ranch on Fontenelle. The service begins at 11 00 a m with a time for socializing in the afternoon. Each family should bring their own lunch plates and utensils.

Werschler Rancte Pontanelle Ned Heischler Fonten Episcopal Church

Chuck Wagon Days Triumph Despite Weather Odds

Chuck Wagon Days proved a grand success over two days with the Kemmere delegation and Big Piney High School band arriving for a parade to barbecue grounds. The rodeo impressed crowds with top riders, bucking horses, and races, plus a Sunday show. prize money rose from 100 to 250 and more. A community hall dance capped the festivities, with plans for a July 4 rodeo and a public show to follow in Pinedale.

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Early Education in District No TVG of Lincoln County

Leaders in the mining district pushed education as families moved for work. The first school appeared in 1897, later becoming District Number Two with schools at Diamondville, Oakley, Glencoe, and camps, plus Opal. By 1923 a mine camp school opened. Mrs Peppy Snedden led in a temporary shack before a proper building, with students bused to Kommercer High School after ninth grade. Superintendent A L Burgoon, Wyoming’s long-tenured administrator, guided progress and community service. The State Department of Education update mentions Mrs J Vandever and sister Rosie Subic visiting from California.

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Wyoming Wins as Colorado Headgates on Laramie River Closed

In a historic move after decades of dispute, Colorado headgates on the Laramie River were shut this week as Wyoming secured a favorable Supreme Court position. The decision ends decades of alleged overuse by Colorado, preserving Wyoming water rights and affirming the decree that Wyoming users may not be pressed, while signaling a long-awaited victory in the contempt action.

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Belcher Girls Plan Vacation and Car Delivery Twist

Misses Beryl and Barbara Bucher travel from Delion Michigan to deliver a Plymouth sedan to Aunt Mrs Harry Toindoxic of Halfway Wyong. Jane Johnson of Nebraska and Jane Pace of Chicago join for Omaha Wyoming trip via Chicago Air Tests. The Beecher notes Honorable Mention and plans for a large class with 1615 exesption tl) b mar.

Beryl Barbara Bucher Delion Michigan Harry Toindoxic Jane Johnson Nebraska Omaha Jane Pace Chicago Wyoming Ostow

SOMMERS ILNSEN NUPTIALS IN SALT LAKE CITY

Miss Plorence Sommers of Pinedale married Mi Gia Jansen of Big Sandy in Salt Lake City on Sunday June 8th. The bride, daughter of Miss May Mediliguer Sommes, is well known in the community. The groom is son of Miana Vig Martin Jansen of Big Sandy and a respected young man. They will reside in Big Sandy. Mrs Boyd Kelly and Mrs Carl Het will host a shower on June 25th at the Kelly home near Daniel to honor the couple.

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Notice of Acceptance and Final Settlement for Helgaway Work

The State Highway Commission of Wyoming accepts as completed the contract dated December 1, 1939 with Clef Nelson Construction Company for Highway Project PAP 50 (3) 1938 roadside improvements on 2768 miles of the Daniel Piney Road through Daniel Lane in Sublette County. The contractor is entitled to final settlement and will be paid the full amount due under the contract on July 30 1940. This notice first published June 18 1940 and again June 20 27 July 4 1940. Frank Kelso, Superintendent.

Stance Highway Commission of Wyoming State of Wyoming Commission Ang Clef Nelson Construction Company Piney Daniel Lane Sublette County State Highway Department State Highway Commission OF Wyoming Frank Kelso

Burney and Co Store Robbery Reported

The Burney and Co store was entered last Friday by thieves who stole merchandise valued around $200 including shoes and clothing and some cash. The safe was breached but no money was in the vault, preventing a more profitable theft. No arrests have been made.

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Artist Guild Contained by Mrs Charles Eiler

Mrs Charles Bate of Pinedale Avenue hosts the Artist Guild Sunday nest. A luncheon followed with a business meeting and a program slate featuring poems and talks by Mrs May McAllister Mrs Georgia Bess Mrs Charles Baver Mrs Jamies P Jensen Mrs Mutigny Barlow and others The meeting adjourned for a luncheon June 22 at Piney Hill with guests to follow at Mrs Miller's home

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Church Service and Pacmie at Heischler and Pontenellé

Local notice announces a church service and Pacmie at Heischler and Pontenellé next Sunday. It mentions job printing services offered.

Pontenellé

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