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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1963
Page
1
Big Piney schools invite parents and the public to National Education Week November 10 through 16. A PTA meeting is planned during the week and remedial reading will be demonstrated by Shirley Setzler. Parent conferences are set for Wednesday November 13 from 1 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm with noon dismissal for the day.
Sublette County Chapter of the American Red Cross announces five new First Aid Instructors Dana Fosher Charles Sims Ray Roeller Mrs Van Moore and Dr E B Burgoon following a week long course led by Mr Ed Craven They received instructor Cards on Friday October 25 and can teach Red Cross Standard and Advanced First Aid courses Anyone interested should contact one of the instructors The chapter congratulates the new instructors and thanks participants and supporters of the Red Cross program.
Assistant Surgeon W. Kh. Waters details Fort Bridger in 1868 noting the easterly barracks house one company in small rooms of seven and a half by nine feet with canvas ceilings. Each cramped room holds eight men with a fire place for ventilation yet wastes fuel and health. Other quarters are larger housing 15 to 40 men with over 300 cubic feet per man. Men sleep in double bunks two high.
Ten Sublette County girls entered the District 14 Make It Yourself With Wool contest in Kemmerer last Saturday. Roxanna Rogers of Boulder was chosen as one of four delegates to the State contest with Lynette Hale Evanston and sisters Mrs Beverley Johnson and Miss Jamie Nield also selected. an alternate is Judy Barger of Boulder. The state contest will be in Buffalo November 14 and 15, Roxanna earning an expense paid trip to compete.
A 1867 letter from Surgeon General correspondents suggests enhancements to clothing for soldiers in cold northern climates. Proposals include woolen drawers, a fur or heavy cloth cap, heavier unlined coats, and durable fabric to replace the lighter garments. The author notes current blankets suffice poorly against severe weather.
Big Piney Punchers shut out Rock Springs High School junior varsity at Thompson Field. Rob Douglas sprinted 35 yards for a late first-half TD after a failed extra point, and Finey’s Sherman returned a fumble 75 yards for a third-quarter score as Big Piney led 12-0 after three quarters.
Big Piney High School students travel to Western Wyoming Junior College Reliance on November 9 for the 1963-64 speech season opener. Debating teams include Paul and Annette Scheibel versus Mike Nugent and Logan Sullivan on the Social Security benefits proposition. Orations include Murray Weber, Edwin Johnson, Carol Hymas, Charlotte Phillips, Marie Olson, Kathy Sticka, and Barbara Chamberlain with readings and a monologue.
With minutes left in the final period, Douglas carried the ball for a Puncher score near Noc Springs. A late conversation? landed, and the game finished as a 15 to 9 victory for the Funchers.
Wyoming Game and Fish Department urged hunters to stay within effective shotgun ranges during upland bird and waterfowl seasons. State Game Warden James B. White warned that about one in four game birds is lost to cripple shots beyond 40 yards and urged use of dogs to locate wounded birds.
A Sud Lle te County Unit of the Wyoming Division American Cancer Society was organized at Ektine's Cafe Big Piney led by Byron Stogsdill. Officers elected Opal Ray president Green Steele vice president Mardell Fear treasurer with committees planned for Public Education and Service. The group seeks support and donations to aid cancer work and cancer awareness in the county.
The mayor and city council thank volunteers for completing fencing before cold weather. Special gratitude goes to the ladies who provided food and support on both days.
The first Kemmerer Community Concert is set for Thursday evening November 14 with The Revelers performing a varied program including square dancing, vocal solos, and ensembles. The event promises top vocal quality, original arranging, and engaging stage presence appealing to all ages.
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department announces total property tax payments of $29,046.88 across 23 counties this year. Fremont County received the largest share at $4,586.14, followed by Sheridan and Sublette. detailed county breakdowns list Natrona, Albany, Teton, Park, Washakie, and others with smaller amounts.
Mary Lou Graves of Flint Michigan, a five year old with spina bifida, is named the 1964 National March of Dimes Child. The profile notes her birth defect, ongoing surgeries, wheelchair use, and family gratitude for support from the Genesee County March of Dimes chapter.
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