16 Feb 1912
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Newspaper
Casper Press
Location
Casper, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1912
Page
1
E T Williams digs deep on a mill wealth source as a big gusher erupts in a Milwsit field. The discovery boosts local prospects and highlights his drilling ventures and potential company gains.
Ben Williams drills a flagship well on section 34 in township 40 and uncovers a high flow that has been capped for now. The strand produces about sixty barrels per hour with plans to add more receiving tanks and expand refinery capacity. Executives from Midwest Oil Co and Castle Creek tour Casper, praising the find as a major industrial development with future drilling and construction underway.
A report from state authorities details Wyoming oil output expanding dramatically with production expected to be many times higher than last year. Officials note widespread attention to the surge as the industry grows and attracts interest from national markets.
A signed petition requests the Postmaster General grant an extension of the Meffalo to Kaycee daily malt route via the Salt Creek oil fields to Casper. It notes Salt Creek camps employ many men and pay one dollar per month for mail delivery privileges.
Ossper Firemen announce their annual ball at the Coliseum on Tuesday night February 20. The volunteer company expects larger attendance than before and plans to provide ample space and refreshments for all guests.
The Casper Concert Band presents a Monday evening concert at the Coliseum starting 4 o'clock. Admission is free. The program includes Polish overture Foblex Hemera, Erminie selections, Homeresque Village Band, and American Heroes finale.
An eastern farmer, after reading western marketing copy, writes to the commercial club asking about local farming: hog production, corn crops, and the type of farmers in the area. He notes wives seeking business opportunities and mentions Chas. Galaxha's eight room brick residence in progress under contractor N. Menrunon, slated to add to the Cape Cod Hills residence area.
A large crowd attended the Friday evening event at Abe Goll sourn lant Fatunday. The first game pitted the Aspen doctors against the Casper lawyers, drawing about 1800 spectators with the Medics prevailing. The second bout featured the Casper girls beating the Douglas girls in a lively contest. Dancing and skating followed, with a masquerade skating party planned for Washington's Birthday Eve.
A crew works on the final grade of the emnal tote s to irrigate 6.07e acres between German and Pougins with construction to begin soon. A stockholder Brady filed a complaint in United States court alleging irregularities in tunnel management and seeking accounting, but construction proceeds.
A broken cable at Pathfinder Dam on Friday afternoon swept five workers over a cliff to their deaths. The dead are John McLaughlin, Harney Flynn, W A Philips or Vera, Moore, and Joan Wood. Supervisors McLaughlin and Robleson were nearby and uninjured. Rescue and medical teams, including Dr Lathrop, aided the injured. two men were only slightly hurt. Funeral details follow for the deceased. city officials vow permanent dam repairs and new fire quarters after the incident.
The son of Mr and Mrs Stock died from injuries after falling from a siege wagon Sunday at noon. He suffered serious injuries and died Monday. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at the Methodist Church in Casmar with Rev. LW Kingatey officiating.
A non denominational Methodist church program organized by the Ladies' Aid drew a broad audience and featured ensemble performances. The concert showcased creditable execution, with each number warmly encored, raising funds for the Ladies' Aid through ticket sales.
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