Casper Weekly Press item on subscription pricing
Local newspaper note outlines subscription pricing and contact details for readers in Casper. It indicates a weekly issue cadence and references the Press Company as publisher.
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Newspaper
Casper Press
Location
Casper, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1913
Page
5
Local newspaper note outlines subscription pricing and contact details for readers in Casper. It indicates a weekly issue cadence and references the Press Company as publisher.
A proposed sale to a corporation may move the Casper water works to a public vote. The firm aims to extend mains into outlying areas, boosting property values while the city contends with a $100,000 system, about $8,000 yearly revenue, $40,000 bond debt, and a $6,000 net income. The winter supply relies on Elkhorn Creek. irrigation would rely on wells and pumping during crop season.
Beginning December first Red Cross Seals go on sale across towns counties and states in a nationwide campaign. The funds support the society’s scientific efforts to eradicate tuberculosis and aid public education on the disease.
The city notes two sides to the issue and acknowledges its limited authority to extend the system. Officials say negotiations could proceed if satisfactory terms are reached with the buyer.
Casper experiences record freight throughput in 1915 with November leading all months. C and N W railroad cars linger in yards two days or more awaiting unloading as refineries push for expanded handling capacity. Local retailers also promote Red Cross Seals for Christmas packages amid congestion and commerce.
The longest continuous extra session in U S history ended last Saturday and on Monday the regular session began without interruption. Tariff revision became law in September while currency reform remains the looming priority. Democratic leaders press for immediate currency passage amid day and night currency conferences and promises of extended Senate sessions.
Local notes report residents traveling to Casper and Tampico Mexico for business and wintering, health improvements from Colorado climate, a 100 percent school attendance in the second month, and a Thanksgiving program. Incidents include Dennis Daly’s sheep camp accident near Salt Creek and a hospital visit in Casper. The Antelope Springs Live Stock Co plans to stock cattle and horses on Powder River holdings.
People wishing pictures for Christmas should have their negatives made before December 18 as it will be impossible to finish work after that time by December 25. The Gleason Studio.
Local brief recounts visiting families and movements around Salt Creek. Mr and Mrs M Stifler hosted Thanksgiving with Norris family. several residents travel to Casper. Supt Beagle and family on business in Casper. staff changes at Midwest meat market and tent sale updates. Norris family departs December 15 for Casper. Bobby Brown becomes new meat dispenser. Mrs Santes hosts a fine Thanksgiving dinner at Midwest boarding house.
The Franco Petroleum Co applies a new gas separator at station 24 as part of line improvements. Workers report a gas engine upgrade and a pump installation, with a completion noted for the new station equipment.
Yale Wright of Ainsworth Nebraska entered the Freshman Class Monday. Gladys Phillips returned to school after a three week absence spent visiting relatives in Chicago. The C A C Basket Ball Team defeated Casper Highs 21 to 14 at the Coliseum Saturday night amid rough play. If plans hold, the boys team will play Lusk at the Coliseum on Saturday night December 13.
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