Hero of France Son of Lincoln County Rancher
The Lincoln County community learns Captain C. L. Irwin, hailed as a hero of France and potential Medal of Honor recipient, is the son of rancher Dick Irwin of Merna. Born in Montpelier, he rose from West Point and Wyoming cadet leadership to active duty in France, earning a captaincy amid the campaign.
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Lincoln County
C. L. Irwin
Dick” Irwin
Merna
Irwin
Green River Valley
United States
Montpelier
Webb
Young Constant
Merni
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Leland Stanford University
California
West Point
University of Wyoming
Mexico
Leutenant
New Jersey
Meetestse
Wyo
PAY ENORMOUS TAX FOR U S STEEL INCOME
A newspaper item notes United States Steel Corp will report about 500 million dollars in net income for 1917. About half of this, roughly 250 million, would be paid to the government as corporate, income, and excess profits taxes. Company officers support this tax as a share of the cost of wartime demand and national unity.
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United States Steel Corporation
Homesteaders Benefit From Proposed Leave of Absence Law
Washington reports the first bill of the session likely to become law would allow homestead settlers and entrymen to leave their claims for farm labor during wartime, with notices filed within fifteen days and year-end statements. The measure faced sharp opposition from Rep Lenroot but gained support from western lawmakers and the Interior Department. Albert Williams joined the navy, leaving Salt Lake City with his brother Floyd. their parents reside in Cumberland.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
Senate
Ferris
Oklahoma
House Committee On Public Lands
House
Lenroot
Wisconsin
Secretary of the Interior
Ce West
Missouri River
Albert Williams
Navy
Salt Lake City
Floyd
Albert
Cumberland
Packed crowd at Kemmerer theatre opens Santa Claus in Japan
A near full house at the New Kemmerer Theatre last Tuesday evening watched the curtain rise at 8 30 for Santa Claus in Japan. About 100 Kemmerer school children, trained by local workers, performed in the play.
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Kemmerer Theatre
Japan
Kemmerer School
Wanted Correspondent for Big Piney Marbelton Green River Valley
The Camera seeks a conscientious news correspondent to cover Big Piney Marbelton and the Green River Valley. An interesting proposition for someone who will report local news. Write to THE CAMERA.
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Big Piney
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Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Proves Worth in Winter
Many families rely on Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to treat colds and persistent coughs. The ad asserts quick relief and safety with clear directions on each bottle, noting a small cost of a quarter and long standing use across generations.
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Chamberlain
Jones
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