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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1906
Page
9
A fragmented Kemmerer column mentions local shop ads at Cleveland's, bread sellers Andrino and Gabardi, repairs by Curtis the Jeweler, and a variety of parish and social tidbits. It notes visitors, county duties, and upcoming dances with scattered names and places like Fontenelle and Portlend, reflecting small town life.
Dr C C Wainwright of Fossil returns from San Bernardino California to find his property in Fossil damaged by fire. Le tax has prepared for reopening his saloon soon. The doctor notes oil prospects in Southern California interest in the county oil fields and potential future involvement.
The regular term of the District Court convened at Evanston with Judge D H Craig presiding. Plea results include Richards and others in robbery cases receiving prison terms, while Armstrong assault cases plead guilty with penitentiary terms. Burglary and grand larceny defendants pleaded guilty or failed to appear, bonds forfeited, and several divorce decrees granted with motions and estates actions noted.
Obituary notes the death of Thomas Joseph OContors known as Brocky aged about two, born in Sark Ireland, later living in Pennsylvania and then moving to Kemmerer Wyoming thirty years ago. He spent eight years at home near Kemmerer, fell ill last fall, treated at Huck Springs Hospital, discharged in February, and died after months of suffering. He was well liked among friends and neighbors, faithful to family, and mourned by his community.
State summaries from Meeteetse, Evanston, Laramie, and Cheyenne with notes on a town whisky club, a new Red Man tribe charter, wool contracts reaching high prices, and a fatal hunting accident near Cheyenne. Wool markets trend upward as buyers and growers watch prices. Local leaders predict higher wool values. confidence grows in Carbon county prospects.
Church notices for MB Chutren include a 4 00 PM Junior League gathering and a 7 30 PM Veg service. Youth Away dress for the young people and Ladies Aid Society plans a 2 PM event. Easter service details and a raster sermon are listed for the morning at the usual hour.
Obituary note for Mir. Griith Geiiths born in Northen T Pydville South Wastes the WTA. She traveled emigrant route to the country, married, and left behind family including Cantibus CaviIHithin Mines Lanting Agim and others. The tribute mentions her long life and surviving relatives in New Merlin and Bite Voice communities.
A thanks note from relatives and friends expressing gratitude for support and kind thoughts during a difficult period. The message mentions Kathy Timea and Gibbens along with Melis Levee and others, acknowledging sympathy and acts of care.
Council Proceedings show Mayor OConnell setting May 5 as election date. Appointed judges Chas Bayle, San Vettor Sr, Peter Gordon with clerks listed. Salaries approved and various vouchers totaling modest amounts.
Mayor William OConnell proclaims a municipal election in Kemmerer Wyoming for May 1905 to elect the mayor for a two year term. Polls open during specified hours with details repeated for compliance with election laws. Attest by the town clerk and seal.
Notice from a state official ordering all sheep and other livestock entering Wyoming to be dipped upon arrival. Quarantine lasts 240 days with a 60 day post quarantine observation. Penalty and enforcement details are included for noncompliance. The Shark Line announces wartime rates and shipping routes from Chicago and Missouri River toward western destinations.
A Washington letter surveys Senate dignity under fire amid headlines about a “Treason of One Senate.” It notes accusations against Mitchell Burton Platt Depew Aldrich Lodge and more, arguing reforms and railway rate debates reveal systemic pressures as coverage shifts from sensationalism to governance concerns.
Classified notice offers a used 1B Chevrolet chassis and a complete modern unit for sale with details garbled but implying a boxy vehicle listing in a local newspaper classifieds section. Further readable terms are partial and not fully intelligible.
Anesver market notes strong activity with better movement for beef cattle, several lots selling at higher prices while overall supply remains ample. Feeder calves and stocker bids rose, while quality varied and shipped lots showed steady demand, aided by improved country deals and solid steers sold for export readiness.
Public legal notice lists Kalith A Cowlishaw as a party in a civil matter in county court. It requires appearance or authorization to respond by a specified date and warns of potential consequences for failure to comply.
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