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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1919
Page
12
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Oil men across the west follow the Conference committee report on the government oil leasing bill. If enacted, it could open over 50 million acres of mineral land to leasing with minimum royalties of one eighth, restricting holdings and addressing vested rights. In Kemmerer, housing needs grow as locals consider forming a home building association. Lincoln county rallies for a 1919 booster year with Commercial Club plans and a call to work, not fight.
An official inquiry will soon report on wartime YMCA overseas work. Critics claim some YMCA staff and volunteers diverted provisions intended for soldiers, while others doubt a systemic gouge occurred. The article urges caution against drawing broad conclusions from isolated cases and notes ongoing wartime rebuilding needs.
The neiness men of practically every vig and town in the country are promoting housing aimed at boosting city growth and surrounding counties. They expect a building surge that will create work for Kammerer and the farming regions, with Kammerer rising to the level of other cities in the district as empty houses linger and workers relocate to towns seeking opportunity.
Platt Wilson of the Lincoln County Garage reports a strong Dodge outlook with spring deliveries and a Dodge line expansion. He notes a Chandler Cloverleaf sale to Mrs Helen lShard and a spring speedster order, amid plans for a larger, better equipped garage after a recent fire and relocation.
Mrs. William Mason of Fontanella district lies seriously ill at J K Marauis hospital after weeks of illness. A baby was born recently and complications are feared. Dr. Landenberger of Salt Lake City arrived to oversee care. The Masons, from Ogden, Utah, have been living at Opal where Mason drove the Opal Hig Piney stage. By press time, Mrs. Mason’s condition reportedly improved and Dr. Landenberger will stay on for a period.
Peverson and Cable open a new tailoring business in Kemmerer in the former White House Café building. Mr Peterson, a fifteen year Kemmerer resident, leads tailoring with partner Mr Cable handling cleaning and pressing. Harold Mona is staying at Hotel Kemmerer this week.
The Wyoming Executive Department proclaims a day of services Sunday February 9 1919 to honor Theodore Roosevelt the nation’s illustrious citizen. Governor Robert D Carey calls on Wyoming communities to hold meetings and services in his memory highlighting his honesty loyalty and patriotism.
A Washington statement relayed to Mark A. Skinner, collector for Wyoming, warns taxpayers about so-called income tax experts. It notes many lack proper training and urges reliance on free official advisory services from trained collectors and deputies at central points, including banks and trust companies, before the filing deadline.
A letter from D W Salmon to Camere offices warns that pol non baite has been found in water buckets used for melting anew for cooking at the Little Dew port. The notice urges stockmen to inspect containers and prevent contamination during food preparation.
Citizens of Kemmerer hear a product pitch promising Dean's Kidney Pills as a remedy for weak kidneys and related health issues. The ad-style notice urges readers to trust the remedy, claiming thousands were helped and noting local endorsement.
Lincoln County records honor about a thousand young men who served democracy and world freedom. They went to fight with cheer and courage, some already enlisted, and more names will be added as the full war story unfolds. Notable names listed include Wardell Sidney Edwards Clifford Phillips Peter Johnson Guido Inawe Tod Wilkes Lislewyn Emory Daniels.
A wide range of primary and election law amendments falter as neither chamber passes bills. Notable terms include a straight-ballot return, party convention influence, a state board of equalization, and definitions for educational institutions. Salary and hatchery proposals lag amid committee holds while highway commission powers face opposition in the lower house. Governor Carey's anticipated vetoes loom over proposed increases.
The State of Wyoming Lincoln County District Court in Kemmerer sets Friday February 1 two oclock in the afternoon as the time and place to prove the will of Benjamin Bell deceased and hear Janet Sam seek letters testamentary. Dated February 3 1919 Fig LaChapelle Clerk. Iven Jones attorney for petitioner. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The estate of Jobr Shikyants deceased letters of administration granted February 3 1919 to the undersigned at Kemmerer Lincoln County Wyoming. All claims must be exhibited with vouchers within months, or be barred. Administratrix Flo La Chapelle February 1 1919
Cleaning and pressing work completed promptly and neatly at the O14 White House Cafe building. The article notes efficient service and a tidy storefront, highlighting the cafe’s emphasis on presentation and customer care.
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