Safety strides boost for Short Line and Union Pacific
Montpelier papers cite Safety Commissioner Abbott praising the Short Line and Union Pacific for leading the nation in railroad safety and cross control. An exhibit in New York highlighted block signals standard roadbeds and devices to warn of approaching trains. Union Pacific reported 10 million passengers since the last fatal brain injury, a record hailed as unmatched.
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Oregon Short Line
Union Pacific
America
R. D. Titan
Nampa Leader Herald
New York
United States
Abbott
Pocatello
National Museum of Safety and Sanitation
Grand Palace
New York Central, In New York City
Union “Pacific
Union Pacific System
Ihō Aogi Pacific
San Francisco
Dr. Paynter May Be Honored With Idaho Appointment
Friends of Dr. Paynter of Montpelier learn he may be named superintendent of the Blackfoot insane hospital. Governor Alexander of Idaho reportedly appointed a board likely to favor his selection. Dr Paynter, an old-timer with broad ties across southwestern Wyoming, stands to gain from the decision.
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Poynter
Montpelier
Alexander
Idaho
Blackfoot Insane Hospital
Paynter
Wyoming
Judge D I Craig Returns to Lincoln County Court
Carl Cook, clerk of court, reports a letter from Judge D I Craig of Evanston announcing an adjourned court day for Feb 2 and noting the judge has returned from a six week vacation around Los Angeles. His health is good and he will resume duties with renewed vigor, delighting friends in Lincoln County.
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Carl Cook
D. I. Craig
Evanston
Los Angeles
Lincoln County
Ferris Hotel Changes Hands in Rawlins
A new lessee, W. R Conway, takes over the Ferris hotel in Rawlins on Wednesday. Conway, a veteran hotel man, once managed the property and aims to reopen it soon, promising improvements for travelers and the local traveling public.
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Rawlins
W. R Conway
Proposed wildlife law seeks easier proof for bounty claims
The draft predatory wild animal bill would drop the county clerk from the required witnesses for pelt proof and reduce the number of county officers needed. It also removes the rule that portions of the pelt must be held for review by county commissioners, a change urged to avoid decay during summer and delays in proof of the bounty claim.
Auto Truck for Freight Gull Whitman Receives Buick
Gull Whitman, from Opal, secured a png ton Buick truck last week. He plans to put it in service for bile for most of the year, replacing earlier arrangements and expanding freight capacity.
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Gull Whitman
Opal
Entertains Alter Society Ladies at Mrs Thos Sweeney Home
Mrs Thos Sweeney entertained the Alter Society ladies at her home on Wednesday afternoon last. The gathering featured busy work and a delightful luncheon. Attendees included Mesdames Matthews Mack O'Boyle Hailey Payne Stewart Sammon Brady and Jones and Misses Angelo Clark Savmys and Miller.
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Thos
Sweeney
the Alter Society
Mmes Matthews
Mack
O'Boyle
Hailey
Payne
Stewart
Sammon
Brady
Jones
Angelo
Clark
Savmys
Miller
Glass Window Shatters At First National Bank
A large plate glass window at the First National Bank was broken last week, the second such incident in a short time. The cause is unclear, and the building shows no signs of settling or damage. Red glass is noted as expensive in comparison to ordinary panes.
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Fist National Bank
Destitution in Kemmerer area prompts aid efforts
Numerous destitute individuals in the Kemmerer vicinity suffer from sickness and unemployment. Ben Bell, county purchasing agent, provides prompt relief to many in flats and mining camps. One Cleveland home family faces starvation. Special Officer Joyce found them near collapse last week.
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Kemmerer
Ben Bell
Cleveland
Taick
Joyce
Price rise and bread costs across regions
The article notes a push by several parties to raise bread prices. Chicago meetings consider holding at five cents per loaf while Cipienne keeps six loaves per quarter but reduces loaf weight. Wheat exports to England and France create wheat scarcity and Chicago prices reach 1.09. Idaho wheat previously traded at 9 cents per bushel. Kemmerer maintains ten cent loaves with no raise yet.
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Chicago
Cipyenne
England
France
Idaho
Kemmerer
Lake County Bill Defeated in Cheyenne House Debate
The proposed Lake county creation from parts of Lincoln and Fremont counties in the Green River watershed was debated in Cheyenne on Thursday. An amendment referencing the explorer who spent a winter in the upper valley and first reported on the area was withdrawn, and the bill was defeated.
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Lake County
Lincoln
Fremont Counties
Green Hiver
House of Representatives
Cheyenne
Unclear Travel Snippet From California to Oregon
Fragmentary note mentions California excursions and Oregon line with low rates to San Francisco. It references agents and papers for sale at the office for further detail. May indicate travel promotions or classified travel notices.
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Oregon
Aree
Los San Francisco
Phuarele
Two Terms of Court in Lincoln County Bill Favored
Senator J W Chrisman backs a bill to hold two terms of court in Lincoln County to reduce jail costs. The law now prescribes a May start for one term, but the proposed bill would begin the first term in May and the second in November, a change described as greatly needed.
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J. W. Chrisman
Lincoln County
Blacker Leaves for Cheyenne as Mine Inspector Race Heats Up
State Mine Inspector George Blacker departs Saturday night for Cheyenne to visit during the week as speculation rises that Kendrick may appoint a new inspector for the southern district. Friends praise Blacker’s work and hope for reappointment, though several other applicants are seeking the post. If a change occurs, supporters want a loyal successor like Blacker.
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George Blacker
Cheyenne
Kendrick
Blacker
Altho
Big Piney Seeks Winter Forest Headquarters
The people of Big Piney with Supervisor Beam of Afton urge establishing a winter Wyoming National Forest headquarters at Big Piney. They argue it would greatly aid many district users and express confidence the Forest Service will consider the request.
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Big Piney
Beam
Afton
Ogden District
Wyoming National Forest
Forest Service
Purchased Clothing Stock Sold By New York Salvage Co
George Sharp and Abe Bloom purchased the remainder of stock on sale for weeks by the New York Salvage Co. They have sidelined their autos to seek buyers for their dry goods venture. The lads were offered a bar again during the takeover and have succeeded in their new business line.
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George Sharp
Abe Bloom
New York Salvage Co
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