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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1916
Page
12
The article argues that the absence of tariffs today worsens paper shortages and raises prices. It notes reliance on German dyes and chemicals, which are scarce due to imports being cut off. It warns that, with peace or free market shifts, domestic production may falter, urging Congress to shield home industries to encourage local manufacturing.
The Laramie Republican charges a Douglas preacher risks credibility by courting statewide attention and protests his use of the title Rev for political aims. The piece urges the Wheatland Times to drop the honorific and focus on ministers who embody Christian ideals.
In England, labor leaders urging strikes at munition plants face draconian measures as treason charges are laid against several men and trials loom. The stance condemns actions harming the nation at war and stresses unity for victory, warning such dissent could undermine workers and the broader war effort.
Laramie editor Chaplin will spend three months in Cullfur for a partition dispute. Tribune diver Loothe agrees to two months at a separate location with other names tied to the case. The report notes swift action and a quick resolution expected in spring.
The fragmentary notice mentions an editor pair and a contentious address tied to a 641 acre Hometrad site. It hints at deletions, regret, and an addressed complaint related to events surrounding the property and parties involved, but the readable text remains unclear about concrete actions or outcomes.
Senator Martine Inez Week introduced a resolution directing the attorney general to investigate whether rising gasoline prices result from an unlawful conspiracy. It was noted that a dominant producer controls output and prices.
John H. Pendray, longtime associate editor of the Lumb Herald and Van Tassel Pioneer, has vacated the editorial chair and returns to farming in Nebraska. He will keep his Van Tassel residence and town citizenship, with neighbors seeking his guidance in community affairs. He is succeeded by Elwin E. Miller, former principal of Lusk and Manville schools.
John F Whitney has bought the McCammon News after a year under lease and takes over the plant at the start of the month. A local figure, he formerly worked at the Camera and is brother to C M Whitney of Higth Fargo Hoskins Co. He continues as editor and serves as justice of the peace for McCammon district.
Tong King Chong editor of the Kite Journal and head of the Chinese Free Masons died after a career shaping the Chinese revolutionary movement in America. Born in Yan Pong District he moved to the United States at eight, studied law, and edited the Chinese Republic Journal for sixteen years. He helped elect provisional president Teen Chuen Shun and directed rebel army operations from San Francisco while a price was placed on his head.
The Kemmerer Camera, a weekly publication in Kemmerer Wyoming, lists C Watt Brandon as Publisher Editor Managing Editor Business Manager and Owner. No bondholders or security holders are named. Sworn before me on March 22 1916.
Carl Ellis arrived from Coke and stayed at the Mischler Bros. ranch this winter. Acknowledged as an “old-timer” in Lincoln and Uinta counties, he recalls arriving with his parents in 1867 and recounts early territorial days when buffalo and Indians were common, and notes a discharge by scout Jim Bridger after serving with the Independent Scouts as guide and interpreter.
Grand Master for the Masonic order H Dickinson of Lander will visit Kemmerer next Monday night for a special communication at the Odd Fellows hall. It is the first official grand master visit to Kemmerer. All Masons urged to attend. lodge regular meeting is this Friday night.
The district court convenes next Monday with Judge Arnold presiding. The session is expected to be brief and mostly unremarkable aside from the Clem Morrison manslaughter case being tracked.
Friday, March 17, a pair of twins, a boy and a girl, born to Mr and Mrs Alfred Blaney of Fairview. The couple were married on Friday, left England on Friday, arrived in America on Friday, arrived in Star Valley on Friday, and now have five children, four of whom were born on Friday.
Rev Cathiont Hapereth becomes missionary in Japan and travels from New York to Kemmerer. He plans to depart for Kansas City, Chicago, and New York before returning to Japan in fall. In hospital care he receives thanks to Dr Kindall and nurses and notes lodges in the Japanese empire.
Joe Terry of Frontier underwent hernia surgery last Friday morning with Dr. C. D. Stafford at Miners hospital. On Saturday morning Mike Bartos of Sublet had appendicitis surgery assisted by Dr. Sanders and Dr. Roe. Anesthetic by Dr. W. A. Hocker. Both patients are recovering well.
The Jackson Courier prints a table on big game counts from Teton National Forest showing 1383 elk 232 deer 1 mountain sheep and 54 moose counted in the March survey. It notes many animals may have been unseen.
A Sage area item notes a Saturday night dance by the Julian Brothers drawing a large, pleased crowd. Local trades and residents are mentioned, with brief updates on mining, ranching, and business activity including Pate coast, sage ditch work, and several trips between Kemmerer, Eureka, and Ogden.
High School notes describe Marshall Reynolds county attorney speaking at fourth period. Pred Jones returns after illness, and Professor Butterworth of the State University is planned visitor. Superintendent Burch and Heblet lead school property inventory. Board to meet Tuesday night to discuss next year’s teachers. Selections list students with first and second honors across grades with teachers, including Miss Anderson, Miss Bury, and Mrs. Smith.
Linden spent a couple days in Kemmerer last week coming from Rock Springs to report the flock across the Green River and in Opal. The sheep are expected to pass Kemmerer around the middle of the month. Range feed is very good though late frosts last week may hurt the new green grass.
W. G. Heitz expects to run an auto truck this summer between Kem mperer and Big Piney to transport supplies to the store, adopting this method for ongoing deliveries.
A Tuesday report notes a no tarial commission issued to Walter L. Splear of rae in Jackson Hole Lincoln County and mentions Richard H. Scott of the Wy supreme court convalescing, with friends hoping for full recovery and upcoming court sessions.
A man arrested Monday evening for molesting a woman at a Pine Avenue home tapped the window and pursued her. Neighbors Ben Bagnell and Dick Brown chased him to the hilltop, turning him over to Marshal Anderson. He posted a $25 cash bond and offered no statement.
Sergeant Waxter of Company B, U S Infantry, discharged after nine years on the Mexican Border, traveled from Kemmerer to Buffalo to join the recruiting staff. He served in Vera Cruz in 1914 and has been a Phillepple campaigner for six years, with twenty years of service toward retirement on the eastern coast.
The matinews reports the Shearing and Dipping Pens at Willow Creek Gap will be open from April 1 to 5 under management. People wishing to shear and dip should book dates well ahead. qualified help will be employed and hands will be kept calm and careful when corralled.
A fragmentary note suggests Chamberlain’s remedy as a practical cold cure in midwinter. The text references damp cold air affecting health and mentions Chamberlain’s as a valued treatment. It emphasizes a simple, accessible approach to easing cold symptoms during harsh winter conditions.
Honor roll listings by grade and teacher across March. Names include first and second honors for Grades 1 2 and 3, with multiple students such as Ethel HolmesThomas Martin Furek Rous Ben Denio Harrison Henrietta Buckfeldt Lucile Davin Lloyd Smith Karl Bureh Howarth Roberts Jane Griff Clarence Hadden Olga B Donald Kobo Ruth Beckntead The Hivem Roy Crapo Wills Mason Clara Maddenham Marve Evans Florence sanana Jounnette Cook Bart Car Grade 1 Miserena Lily Thelma Corwin Eleanor Brady Eve Anderson Kenneth Symes Erma Seigler Florence Gebardi Willie Hosenberg Grade 3 Mine Gowns Bibert Hawley Geraice Morrow Vera Payne Miles Peterson Cecile Davenport Theres Mack
Second Honors George Fedor Clarence Davidson Martha Ameer Irene Wakkila. Third Grade Piret Honore Veter Jincoletti William Mouay Ore Niemi Annie Fedor. Second Honor Edna Brows Kate Beyda Martha Richmond Matt Maki Sylvie Matlace Signe Tom Jar.
A fragmented relief urge to list ranch property for sale, promising quick action with minimal fuss. The text hints at a publication-style inquiry aimed at homeowners considering liquidity in real estate markets.
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