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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1913
Page
7
An ad notice discusses subscription rates and billing for readers, mentioning changes to charges and periods. It notes 86 percent of readers will be charged moving forward and references various names and sections such as Hinke and Chaiken Mesolitions.
The eighty third annual Mormon conference in Salt Lake City drew over 700 attendees with all church leaders present except Senator Reed Smoot. The deluxe overland train between Chicago and Los Angeles attracted crowds along its route and drew attention for its design as a yellow and black train. The constitutional amendment for direct senatorial election lingers at four votes short of three fourths with Delaware and Utah still opposing.
Reports from Cheyenne state that the Twelfth legislature’s failure to provide maintenance funds for the state immigration commissioner does not create a vacancy. Mr. Schenck will continue duties and likely draw salary for two years. Past cases favored officers, and Schenck may submit a salary voucher to the State Auditor. If Forsyth refuses, mandamus proceedings may follow.
The text outlines proposed reductions and a new income tax scheme. It mentions a 1 percent rate on incomes over four thousand up to twenty thousand, two percent on incomes from twenty to forty thousand, four percent on incomes above one hundred thousand, and a two percent firm tax on corporations. It discusses balancing wages, labor, and industry protection measures while aiming to maintain support for workers.
The article outlines congressional proceedings with mentions of speakers and committees. It notes debate over representation and the lead roles of various members. Petitions and public inquiries appear as part of ongoing legislative activity.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a name and numbers with unclear context. Readable elements include Alonmaiher and the numbers 4 and 47, but details and actions remain obscured.
At a 4ercent meeting the district reviewed a proposed school bond for Kemmerer to fund building needs. State Treasurer John Baird said he would seek a market for bonds with a low 5 percent rate if used at no interest. The plan aims to reduce costs for the district and provide the state with a favorable rate by investing in the state funds. The district would receive interest returns from the fund each year. The board proposed a millage levy of 4 mills for maintenance, relying on district valuation gains and new state laws to support school funding.
School board insists on high standards for teaching staff. Only teachers with at least a first grade certificate may be hired, except those with insufficient experience who may hold a second grade certificate. The second grade certificate is the minimum for those without a year of experience.
Kemmerer Lodge No. 111 Independent Order of Odd Fellows to celebrate four years with a grand ball and banquet on Saturday April 26. Dancing at the Lyceum and banquet at the new hall. Souvenir programs ordered and the Kemmerer Orchestra to supply music for a large turnout and festive program.
The article contemplates mothers sacrifices beyond child rearing, noting countless nights of toil and self-denial. It references Ellen Key and discusses enduring sorrow, reflecting on the emotional burden of motherhood in a period tone.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a Lincoln County District Court session began May 1. Records refer to judge and parties in a civil matter with unclear names and locations. Further readable details are limited.
Notice is issued for publication regarding a land use action. The hearing and related steps are scheduled with dates and locations stated in the notice. interested parties should review the official document for exact times, place, and filing requirements.
The Lincoln County Miners Hospital at Kellamerer opens with Dr. W. A. Whitlock as chief surgeon and superintendent. Twelve patients have been received and five major operations completed, including gall stones and appendicitis cases. The three story brick building houses operating rooms, sterilizing facilities, X ray, wards, and modern equipment.
The wool market faces uncertainty as buyers stay off the market and no contracts are signed. Congress tariff actions on raw wool loom, with the House likely to favor free raw wool and the Senate decisive, while Utah and Boston buyers remain cautious amid weak demand and potential price pressures.
Calendar note for L. D. and Church Sunday school with a closing evening service. Mentions a reward and prayerful improvement. Preacher presides.
Fragmentary OCR mentions St Patricks Catholic Church Kenmores and a rid ace he eb ity with unclear names and titles. reads like a place and person list from a historical church record. Other readable terms include T. D Linen and Mester.
Proclamation by Mayor Pulger ordering a town election in Kemmerer Lincoln County on Tuesday May 13 1913 at the Town Hall Precinct No 1 for mayor two councilmen to serve two years and until successors are elected. The mayor and council terms expire in June and the town clerk Jos Mason is named.
Local Methodist services in Kemmerer and Diamondville are scheduled for Sunday with sermons guiding parishioners through faith and community outreach. Church leaders invite all residents to attend and participate in joint worship activities.
Lincoln County Board of Commissioners invites sealed bids by noon May 5 1913 to transcribe and certify county records from Uinta to the new Lincoln county. Bids must guarantee complete transcription accuracy and include compliance with original records, excluding certified record books to be provided by the county.
Morning worship at St James Episcopal Church in Berviews led by Vicar W. Plorvon. All are welcome to attend as activities and announcements unfold.
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