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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1913
Page
23
The Marbleton Republican issues its first 12 page edition edited by O Dallaire. The paper promises independent stance despite Republican name and brings locals and lively news to Marbleton and vicinity.
A lyrical piece describes Get There a town up a rocky hill beyond Courage sands and above a swamp of Will. Travelers struggle along a thorny path and briar vines while some reach Get There to glimpse higher peaks and the promised toilet reward.
The text frames aging as a prelude to renewed purpose, urging readers to pursue higher goals with resolve. It highlights perseverance from peak to peak and the enduring aim toward better things as life progresses.
A bulletin read by the board of education reports Wyoming at three illiterates per thousand among native born whites over ten, the best rate in the country. Idaho is second, with four states including Montana South Dakota and Utah at four. Nebraska and Colorado at sixteen. Louisiana highest at 13 per thousand.
A letter to Carl Cook, clerk of court, quotes the Denver naturalization examiner about seven year limit declarations of intention to become U S citizens. Declarations older than seven years are invalid except those under the old law before Sept 27 1906. They may be accepted for second papers filings until Sept 27 1913, after which they likely will be rejected. Aliens should file promptly or risk being barred from naturalization.
Representative Lewis defends an extension of parcel post to 100 pounds, arguing government takeover of all parcels is inevitable. Louis contends the postmaster general can raise weight limits under the law and criticizes railroads backing express firms against Burleson’s order.
A federal law now bans killing migratory birds including wild ducks across the United States. Violators face a $100 fine and up to ninety days in prison. The act renders duck hunting illegal even with licenses, reflecting a nationwide effort to protect dwindling game birds.
Rice Brothers will exhibit for one day with two performances and a monster free street parade. The public loves the banner words of circus press agents and welcomes the read of this all around town event. The crowd will react as families and children enjoy the spectacle and festive atmosphere. Byron’s line is quoted to reflect nostalgia for past joys and memories.
A nostalgic note recalls Dan Rice the famed clown promoter of American circuses. Describes him as honest and wholesome, with a dazzling display of horses riders acrobats and aerial acts. Promises a forthcoming big show to exhibit this year with date and details expected.
Notice from the Interior Department announces publication in Evanston Wyoming on August 4 1913. It notes Paler Heachler of Sublet Wyoming who filed for Homestead No 612 and claims 34 acres. Witnesses listed include T F Eynon Herbert Beachier Thomas V. Davie and others. The hearing before Christman U.S. Commissioner Kemmerer Wyoming is set for September 20 with the claimant and witnesses named.
Joseph Turk files in Lincoln County Wyoming district court for absolute divorce from Louisa Turk. Summons directs answer by September 4, 1913. Residence is unknown, last in Sprigfield Illinois. Attorney: Ivan B. Jones.
In Lincoln County Wyoming District Court I probate matter of John Dudley Sargent deceased. Notice is given that Tuesday September 2 1913 at 2 PM in the Lincoln County Court Room will prove the will and appoint Carl Cook as letters testamentary public administrator executor if named. Any interested party may appear and contest. Dated August 4 1913.
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