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The Kemmerer Camera

Location

Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1921

Page

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Fizz Water Ball Tossers Shut Out in 12 to 0 Loss

A Kemmer Springs baseball game at Buckwright park ended 12 to 0 as Fizz Water Ball Tossers were shut out. Lively fielding and pitching dominated, with rare hits by Fizz Water and standout defense by the local team. The story also teases upcoming Kemmerer events, including a five day Ellison-White chautauqua program and performances by the White ski orchestra and Keighley New York Players.

Olenetannentee Kemmer Springs Buckwright Park Fizzwater Innis L. Marriot Hartley Kemmerer Inter-Mountain Witepskie Tl Keighley New York Players Witeoskie Europe United States Buck

Cheyenne Pastor to Preach Here Sunday

The Reverend W. T. Dunn D D head of the Cheyenne district of the Methodist church will arrive in Kemmerer within the next few days and will preach at the morning services in the local church Sunday.

W. T. Dunn D. D. Aujndent Cheyenne Methodist Church Kemmerer

Moyer Chosen as Legion Official at Thermopolis Meeting

H Moyer principal of the local high school was elected to the Ameri can Legion executive committee at the Thermopolis encampment. The convention endorsed Boy Scout work, urged Wyoming workmen compensation act amendments, and called for community aid legislation for disabled veterans. A heated debate centered on officer election methods amidst the waterals contest.

Legion Electinna

County Division Contest heats up in Sublette County case

A filing in Sublette County contests whether the county seat should move to Pinedale or Big Piney and a separate District Court action challenges the legality of Teton County’s creation, arguing the 1921 law violates a 1919 constitutional requirement for county formation in valuation and population.

Sublette County Pinedale Big Piney District Court Teton County el Raly Iai

Mystery of the Marbleton youth ends in no foul play

Deputy Billy Conroy traced Harry Swanston to Opal where evidence showed he left farm work voluntarily. Neighbors saw him board No 18 alone. sister and brother worried at first. Earlier checks found no stolen goods and a Tok­er sale memory faded. Swanston reportedly had $50 to $60 and sought a vacation.

Harry Swanston Marbleton Billy Conroy Opal Opalbrot Swanston No. 18 Eaday Sheriff's Office

Coup etat or stroke of policy in law enforcement

The Camera reports the appointment of Louie Jones as Law Enforcement Agent for the district. The official reply was to refrain from public confirmation, claiming undercover work. The piece mocks the appointment as a farce, questions competence, but notes Kemmerer’s mayor likely supported it and warns of high costs and military framing of the force.

Louie Jones Roach Cheyenne Jones Kemmerer Republican County Committee Generalissimo Jones

City Council Chooses Paving Bonds for Main, Park, Pine Streets

City council discussed paying project for Warrenite-Bitulithic paving on North and South Main Streets Park Avenue Garnet Street Pine intersection Emerald Street Pine and Pearl area Topaz Street to Pine. Bids open August 13 by city clerk with estimated cost 343,000. Council also backed camping site for tourists at lower corner of the children’s playground and ordered signs. Treasurer reported sewer bond receipts 15,027.50 and end-of-month balance 2,567.04. Marshall noted occupation tax receipts 2,450. Adjourned to August 18 for bid opening.

North Main Street South Main Street Park Avenue Garnet Street Pine Intersection Pine Avenue Pearl Street Emerald Street Topaz Street Lambs Club

Mrs Platt Wilson Hosts Party For Mother Mrs Noble Hill

Mrs Platt Wilson will entertain at her home this afternoon for her mother Mrs Noble Hill of Woodstock Illinois who has visited for a week About forty guests are expected to attend the event.

Mrs. Platt Wilson Platt Wilson Noble Hill Woodstock, Ilinois

Oil Prospecting Permits Issued to Van Jones and Partners

Federal officials granted prospecting permits last Friday to Van Jones and associates, including Charles Besgrove and B. W. Allred. The award covers land at 2475 feet in Township 21 North Range 114 West, outlining the mineral exploration area in the region.

van Jones ET Fyan Charles Besgrove BR. W. Allred Township Range

Finance Committee Secures Donations for Labor Day Event

The Kemmerer finance committee gathered last Monday and secured about 550 from local business and professional men for the Labor Day celebration. Several spots remain open for donations and once completed the total may exceed 1000.

Kemmerer Vim Vigor

Labor Day Sports Idea At Outdoor Park Tilt

A Labor Day themed outdoor sports idea unfolds at a local park venue. Event outline hints at several games and activities with emphasis on community participation and festive recreation.

Marriages Announced in Kemmerer Week

Carl Pfaff a young Kemmerer business man wed Mien Vieno Matson of Elliott. Elizabeth Wood married Sam Rows at Green River on July 5. Pfaff, a Beet Tire and Battery employee, is from a prominent local family. Wood is a longtime Kemmerer resident and former high school graduate. The Rows couple plan to establish a home soon for family and friends.

Garl Pfaff Viena Matson Soam Ross Elisabeth Wood Green River Kemmerer Carl Pfaff Mien Vieno Matson Elliot Sam Rows Elizabeth Wood Mr. Pfaff Beet Tire and Battery Company Greeniver Ross William Wood Kei Rer State Normal School Laramie American Legion Blythfargo-Hopkins Company American Expeditionary Forces Rons

Funeral notice for John Matthews and relatives in Rock Springs

Local residents are notified of a funeral for John Matthews. The notice mentions a prayer card and arrival of family members, with references to Mr Faery Potter of Rock Springs and a son and cousin who were killed in October. Details are obscured by poor legibility.

John Matthews Faery Potter Rock Springs Te Waa Ste. Kieatar Reauneoan the Serviews

Lambs Club Organized Here to Promote City Cooperation

Last Wednesday about thirty local business and professional men reorganized the old Chamber of Commerce as the Lambs club a civic body aimed at fostering cooperation among city interests. Officers were elected and meetings will emphasize informality and fellowship while pursuing needed projects and ventures to bolster Kemmerer’s standing with state departments.

Chamber of Commerce Tlambs’ Club Kemmerer J. W Witherspoon Presi Dale Orai L. L. Paine

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