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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1916
Page
12
The piece notes Democratic leaders discuss Governor Kendrick possibly running for the U S Senate this fall on the Democratic ticket without sacrificing his current office. It also mentions potential successors like Frank L. Houx and extemor J E Osborne, and speculates on Republican reactions and forthcoming party strategy after the GOP national convention.
Wondraw Wilson and supporters criticize the government's attitude toward reform and call out long-standing condemnation. The debate focuses on policy direction and public reaction to the current administration's approach.
Chicago report confirms Fay King, noted cartoonist and essayist for the Weaver Post, seeks divorce from Battling Nelson after a long estrangement. The case follows prior marriage tensions and public scrutiny of their troubled union.
Fragmentary OCR shows partisan debate over large land purchases by Governor John B. Kenitrick in the northeastern state region. Democratic papers defend or attack different figures, while mentions of Senator Warren and party factions appear amidst unclear details about the transaction.
A fragment discusses Theodore Roosevelt as a potential president, arguing his leadership would have kept the nation from entangling in war. It contrasts Roosevelt’s resolve and honor with the current drift toward conflict, suggesting war might have been avoided or delayed under his presidency.
Senator Albert D. Cummins of Iowa emerges as a GOP presidential hopeful with Iowa Republicans distributing literature while The Camera speculates Theodore Roosevelt could unite factions. Roosevelt may reject a formal bid but could be a potential Chicago convention compromise leader if offered the nomination. Cummins, a former governor and noted lawyer, is praised as a leading Republican Senate figure whose loyalty may rally loyalists to his standard.
It will be regretted before long that President Wilson was not married sooner. But we fear it is too late now. Before marriage he had no sinew to prepare for war. Now he educates the people to believe what he taught them not to believe two months ago. Who is responsible for this change of front. Anyway should a man who watches his points so carelessly, or his friends feel that he isn’t entitled to make a mistake again. Involving our nation, Woodrow Wilson will soon be forgotten by the American people.
A report notes that about half a million more acres in Montana have been withdrawn from entry by the federal government. The action is described as robbing Montana of its rightful resources. Critics accuse the government of harming state welfare and neglecting local needs.
A fragmented report indicates that after a recent vote the parliamentary party approved actions toward compulsory military service. Cooperating with other political parts, the labor movement aims to avoid internal divisions that could hinder its national duties and organized labor’s progress.
A country young woman visiting her city cousin sits at a cafe dinner and, noticing her own expression, her cousin asks if she is feeling the cocktail. She replies languidly that she feels it does not harm her.
An unsigned wartime era editorial compares Woodrow Wilson and George Washington on preparedness, warns against political rhetoric, and urges readers to choose a competent leader in the coming presidential campaign. It argues for prudence, warns of tariff and revenue risks, and stresses the need for a capable figure to heal fiscal wounds.
A Wyoming contingent will attend the first warlonfer ence of cattlemen in Florida on February 7 and 8. Hon A Delfelder mayor of Riverton and leading cattle and sheep raiser has accepted an invitation to address the convention. George S Walker secretary of the Wyoming Wool Growers association was asked to speak on Rocky Mountain sheep raising but cannot attend due to the Wyoming state association meeting at Casper on February 23 and 24. He is arranging for the annual convention.
The Green River Brewing Co calendar features a brown and dull colored portrait of an Indian maiden, likely Pocahontas, praised by friends of Hugo Gaens and the Sweetwater Brewing Co. in Green River City for its artistic value.
Cheyenne secured selection to host the 1917 American National Livestock Association gathering. Citizens face funding the entertainments for the large national event. A campaign also started to elect Governor Kendrick of Wyoming as association president at the ensuing election.
A Good Booster Harry BE Crane visits Kemmerer Sunday seeking buyers to take remaining stock off the hands as he expects the store to close this week. Crane, known for statewide travels and a former Wyoming legislator, is noted for indefatigable service to the community.
Dun's Review notes the Boston wool trade shows no price shade and has seen fractional advances where sales occurred. Developments in foreign markets continue to support the strong stance of local holders, reflecting confidence despite limited fair movement.
Leavenworth news reports Mayor J. Marquis was summoned to his home after the serious illness of his father, aged over 40, with fears for his recovery due to age. The elder Marquis, once a Kemmerer resident, was cared for by Dr. J. S. Newland.
Archie Allleus chosen president of the Cheyenne industrial club for the coming term by the new board. J A Kirkpat-Gene named Treasurer. The club remains a booster for local organizations in Cheyenne and is one of five state endorsed groups.
A fragmentary report describes a man named Steve taking up land for improvement and running cattle on a ranch with 24 head. No clear dates or locations are provided, and several words are garbled, limiting precise details about the farm’s finances or recent activities.
Official recognition has been extended by the Forest service to the Gray's River Cattle & Horse Roundup Association. The group includes nearly all horse and cattlemen on the Gray's River Division of the Wyoming National Forest, with C P Burton as president and J W Titensor on the advisory board guiding cooperation on grazing numbers and range rules.
E T Albertson general secretary for Colorado and Wyoming will speak at Kemmerer M E Church on Feb 4 about Sunday School work. Attendance at Kemmerer 49 and Diamondville 28. Junior League 27 met after noon. The Sunining Girls formed by Stella Rathbun with Ellen Pakrehilds as secretary and Margery Pfeiffer treasurer. Ladies Aid to be hosted Thursday by Mrs Payne and Mrs Pfeiffer.
The Court House notes list multiple warranty deeds and land transfers filed with the county clerk during the past week. Entries include transfers in Eveleth precinct, Lincoln County, and connections between individuals and entities with dates from 1907 to 1916 and varied parcel descriptions and prices. The fragmentary OCR shows names such as Rathban, Rathbus, Rich, Cranney, Kennington, and associations like Lincoln County Pair Association, with parcels described by section town and range and prices noted.
D J Brown hosted a Sunday sleighing party traveling around Kemmerer to Diamondville and Frontier. The group finished at the home of Mr and Mrs Ben Went where Mr and Mrs Ed Hansen were present.
Joseph A. Whelan of LaBarge is appointed water commissioner to replace the resigned Howard M. Holden. The chief duty is to ensure streams do not overflow into canals, while the law aims to prevent diversions beyond what is provided.
Visitor from Cokeville reports Angus Hass Ranch east of town grows well. His son Peter tends about 900 head of sheep fed this winter. Lambing in sheds expected around March 20. Cotswold ram sales planned this year.
In Great River City last week James Barrett was tried for cattle stealing. Prosecutors Fred W. Johnson and T. 5. Taliaferro led the case while N. R. Green and W. B. Dunton defended. The jury disagreed and a new term in Sweet will retry the case.
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