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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1912
Page
6
The notice lists rates for advertisements including eight cents per line for insertions and special charges for entertainment ads. It notes a halt in new rates effective Wednesday April 24 1912 and mentions a singer and tone-related insertions in the advertising column.
Colonel Crawford warns about the harm of gossip in small towns. He notes how overheard words and rumors ruin reputations, hurt families, and drive people to tears, with no defense against such malice. The piece urges readers to avoid spreading slander.
A fragmented notice directs property owners to clear yards and alleys by a stated deadline. The town warns it will perform the work if owners fail, with duties assigned to local authorities and a March timeframe mentioned.
A call for bids was issued by the city office seeking proposals for a bicycle project. Proposals must be received by the designated office by the stated deadline and include all required documentation.
A garbled OCR text mentions Catholic services and parish activities including a discussion of intentions and community events at a local church. It references various names and places in a fragmented way, with no clear dates or outcomes.
A letter from A. G. Batchelder, chairman of the executive committee of the American Automobile Association, promises the aid of 42 state associations and over 400 clubs to Wyoming Senator Warren. The note cautions opening parks to motor vehicles may face road quality concerns but notes past experience with horses adapting quickly and vows cooperation.
A U S Geological Survey bulletin reports gold and silver in Cambria Wyoming coal samples. The coal near the Black Hills may contain up to $2.46 per ton in gold and 0.28 in silver, explained by gold-bearing alluvium in ancient bog sands.
A public notice records the incorporation of Hank of Hig Bile as a Wyoming state bank on March 66h by the secretary of state. The document lists subscribed capital and names individuals including J. Quewiy, Aied sll A. 16 Marie, Halk Dhol, and others as organizers and initial board members with governance to be completed at the Cole aey for Dae Heeb year ane.
W E Carlin manager of Cot tonwood Land and Live Stock Co and Mrs Carlin visited Kemmerer returning from California to start spring work on the old Winkleman property. They will plant 617 acres including 250 of oats and barley 1 acre alfalfa and the rest hay meadow. Last year he harvested about 1000 bushels of oats noted as among the state's best.
Earl Zeigler Lo Young visited Diamondville and joined Johnny Molinar in riding a stubborn horse. Earl fell into a ditch after mounting. Lo mounted next, struck the horse with his hat, yelled, and also fell into the ditch. Lo had recently broken a leg and strained it in the stumble. If the horse hadn't bolted, John Molinar might have demonstrated riding skills.
Judge J P Rosenberg officiated the wedding of Minnie Salomo to John D Coletti on Thursday April 1 at noon. Bridesmaid Jennie Batero and best man Walter McPhie attended. The couple left for Salt Lake City after the ceremony and will reside in Kemmerer upon return. Both are prominent in the local community and Mr Coletti has worked for Frontier Supply Company. Friends extend best wishes.
Acting Chairman Graham designated May Lund dates for hearings before the public lands committee. At the request of Clifford Pinchot and others, western men are expected to testify and ideas may shape proposed grazing land legislation.
The Diamondville note lists the Thimble Club meeting at Mrs Chapins with lunch served. Rose Hronakule dies at six from diphtheria and is buried. The club meets again at Mr Stewart’s with all members present. A daughter is born to Mr and Mrs Brodie, another to Mr and Mrs Hendrickson. The Rebelith Lerge hosts Odd Fellows whist with prizes won by Dan Prentive and Helen Anghorn. lunch served later.
The Wyoming State Board of Health arranges free diphtheria antitoxin through local health officers. Gaidans may apply to the nearest health officer for free treatment paid by county commissioners to save lives in impoverished homes. Medical supplies for other diphtheria remedies are provided similarly by the state to reduce mortality.
A North American discourse notes that a San Diego based group described as anarchists advocate overthrow of governments. Goodwin's Weekly weighs whether free expression should extend to such views amid concerns about social harm and property protection.
St Patrick’s Catholic Church Kemmerer lists Masses: 10:00 AM on Sundays, 11:00 AM on fourth Sundays in Cumberland, and 11:00 AM on first Sundays at Hablet. Pastor T D Lynch leads services.
Sunday schools meet at 10 am in Kemmerer and Diamondville with preaching at 11 am in Diamondville and Kemmerer Epworth services to follow.
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