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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1918
Page
13
The article explains a British bread program where the government funds part of the bread cost. It notes government purchase of all grain at fixed prices, imports at market price, and subsidized war bread loaves sold cheap. It compares bread costs and adulteration risks with France, citing a 200 million dollar annual support.
Niles writes from the Hotel Gamnetty that meat shortages will persist post war and may deepen, urging permanent meatless menus. He suggests replacing meat with alternative proteins and serving smaller portions to sustain variety in vegetarian and fish dishes.
Local social notes show a Saturday night dance at the Lyceum theatre by the Kemmerer Orchestra. Reports include visitors from Opal and ranches, a Frontier party, and various town happenings.
An appeal notes growing demand for house keeping rooms as spring approaches and invites readers with available space to inform The Era. Also mentions local people returning from trips, health updates, and community notices including school lessons, bakery coverage, and social visits.
The United States Food Administration urges American breeders to conserve flocks as Europe shrinks meat and dairy supplies amid war. Germany drives livestock losses as 1.8 million head are moved, while France falls from 14.8 million to about 12. M million cattle. dairy in France drops to one gallon per two and a half previously. The report forecasts America will base postwar output on meat animals and dairy rather than export grain.
The Camera will close ads and local news copy at noon each Tuesday to press Tuesday evening for Wednesday malls. Local items mention Mayor Frank May Cokeville Waka Viktor and others traveling, with staff changes at theaters and stores, plus community notices about meetings, visits, and yarn for sweaters.
Albert Spinner of Diamondville known for years at Diamondville market buys stake in Kemmerer Paternal meat market and plans Union market involvement. Spinner left market ten months ago after a head fracture surgery while a patient at Lincoln County Mineral Hospital.
The first meeting installed officers including Worthy Matron Mary Embree and list of associates Gertrude Mrey ner Helen Mosher June Stewart Marjorie Christmas Ida Viewre Elorta Mia Sarah Halmen A M King with Mary Embree presented a past matron's pin after installation. A reception followed with a linehewn crafted by Sanders and Christmas.
Teachers Emma Cyphert Pearl Grace Katherine Roache Mina Sanders Ana Moolhan and Lucy Fedderson assist the draft board in transcribing 1700 questionnaires this week. Girls view the effort as fair share for those who can spare time. Reward offered for information leading to recovery of a white horse branded quarter circle 11 on left hip. Moses Cook, 16.
A patriotic gathering at a local church Sunday evening aimed to boost thrift stamp interest. George W. Tanner spoke on the cause of the war, Harold K. Harrison on thrift stamps and purchasing them, while Robm ain and Co. sang pieces including Columbia the Gem of the Ocean. Mrs. O J. Brown performed Keep the Home Fires Burning and other patriotic selections were sung.
Wesley Davies a longtime Evans ton foreman and master mechanic for a mining company died after a Friday Jan 25 auto accident in Miami Arizona. He had left home to take children to a basketball game and stopped to aid a stalled car when two vehicles collided. Davies leaves a widow and two children and was a Mason at the Master degree level. Funeral services were held at the Masonic temple with many friends in attendance.
WM. £. Pre offers plumbing and heating services with all work guaranteed. contact for prompt repairs and installations.
Chow O Connell Jones wife of T J Jones prominent Poratello attorney died Saturday evening at Sr Alphanav s hospital in Ttotwe following an operation. She had lived in Pocatello five years and was daughter of William and Mrs O Connell of Bolve. A Sacrament Heart Academy Ogden graduate, she married T J Jones in 1912 and helped Malad before moving to Pocatello. Survived by husband stepdaughter and her parents and siblings in Hols. Funeral Tuesday in Holge. She was active in Civic Thoraday Music and Red Cross and admired for talent. The Bar association sent condolences and a floral offering.
The ladies announce a bake sale at City Drug Store this Saturday afternoon. Cakes pies and rolls will be offered and people are urged to bring articles by 2 p.m. to contribute.
Attention to soldiers and families: February 12 and the next 120 days mark the last chance to obtain any insurance. Only the enlisted man can apply, but family members can accelerate by completing the application except for the signature rank organization and witness. Have the man sign in the presence of his officer, or authorize a telegram to a representative if distance prevents full in person filing.
Lester G. Haber of the Republican takes over a majority stake in Cokeville Register. With the new management, Rex Jaton leads the paper as the Rex Jaton era begins, promising improved local coverage and a stronger voice for the community.
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