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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1912
Page
10
The Kemmerer Camera critiques self styled stand patters in Wyoming Republicans, arguing open discussion strengthens the party. It warns against boasting of stand pat positions and urges admitting errors to preserve trust among voters.
Analysis suggests the GOP in the state moves to a major campaign push with strong organization and unity yet warns of editorials veering toward risky positions. Reports of frayed editorials and a Cheyenne incident involving a drunken policeman add to a tense political atmosphere.
Frank Rowenstein reports his pet rat, featured last week, was stolen from a bin the day after the article ran. He seeks to recover the animal and identify the thief.
Theodore Roosevelt announces his bid for the nomination and vows to stay in the race. He says he will unite with the victors if defeated, denying a third party. The Taft campaign reports drafting officeholders, signaling unease in the administration.
Senate action on the iron and steel bill sparks charges of secrecy and rushed passage. Critics say the measure, framed without practical production details, undermines American labor and productivity. Proponents defend protective aims as essential for industry.
The Elk Coal Company property is sold to Mammoth Coal Company of Ogden Utah capitalized at half a million dollars. J W F Volker serves as president and GM with J H Volker as secretary and W T Harrin remaining superintendent. The new firm plans general development with the main slope extended 1000 feet deeper and aims to mine 1000 to 1500 tons daily this fall.
A published note discusses straw poll results and political sentiment in Wyoming, arguing Roosevelt would be more popular with the public than Taft. It defends the CAMERA endorsement and rejects calls to remove Taft, stating Roosevelt would win broad support if given a public vote.
A deal sets Ben Bagnell to buy Andrew Maki’s interests in City Livery Stable. Sieere, Murray and Hagorll will run the business with new otek planned and Bee Eemith Chop to oversee. Jack Mantel may represent leadership at the livery burn.
No Winter Loss Linden traveled from Rock Springs to inspect snow in the White mountains where his flock grazes. He reports a mild winter with little snow and signs of favorable conditions for his sheep.
A Kansas wholesale liquor dealer known for the Quaker Maid Bye brand announced plans to visit the district to expand business. The operator, associated with Hirsch Co, intends to travel the area this year to promote sales and meet local distributors and customers.
News of the death of Si Edwards son of Curney Edwards of Prontion comes from Mack Hiprings hospital where he suffered burns in the mine accident. The body was taken to Breaston for burial on Sunday. another notice to Mr Edwards arrives too late for this week and will appear next month.
The High School team defeated the Town Team 10 to 9 in a Monday Lyceum game. The squad showed strong improvement since a prior loss to Montpelier and plans to travel to Montpelier Friday to face them again.
The people of Kemmerer enjoyed a Sunday parade by the local band delivering lively tunes. Spectators praised the performance as among the best music the town has heard, creating a festive afternoon atmosphere.
Jos Genith traveled to Granger for an away tote event. Attorney Ivan Jones hosted a visitor during the day. Jos Reid from Hage served as foreman of Beckwithain and was a Kemmerer visitor over Sunday and Monday. Mr. BL Crain of Diamondville hosted a social gathering. B L Smalley and children of Cubeville visited the Gudmanden home in Kener for the past week, returning Monday. John Griffin works on remodeling his Boigade 6 saloon interior. The Gadshings are installing new wallpaper. a Don’t Leap Your Ball sign appeared at the Lycra et evening. G Jonm hosted a Kem visitor, with Toemla and Martin of Evanston also present, joining Mr. and Mrs. W. Genfield of Dinwe.
Governor Joseph M. Carey issues a proclamation to promote early construction of the Yellowstone Park Highway and to discuss statewide road issues. The Good Roads Club of Douglas requested the meeting, with the call dated the 10th day.
Posters announce the St Patrick's entertainment and dance to be held at the Lyceum on the evening of Saturday March 16. The event features a planned program and dancing.
We extend thanks to the many friends for their kindness after the illness and death of our loving husband and father Mrs. Dan Aitken and Puaily.
Notice of sale under chattel mortgage cites default by K Bayard and others. Mortgagees Frisk A Naa P Nelson Fred Roberte and Syl Collett claim $60 due. property held in Uintah County by county clerk and ex officio register of deeds. No legal action started to recover the debt. sale proceeds to be conducted under authority granted.
The Honor Party reports the Thimble Club ladies were sovelly entertained last Friday evening at Mrs. T. L. Stewart’s home by Mrs. Stewart and Mr. Harry Fitch.
Whitney announces a one night singing of Moscow during the week of March in Kewumerer next Tuesday night. The entertainment features Hapolera with 1 800 onlookers and promises a strong cast and an excellent audience turnout.
Oscar Peterman visited the Raw line week to deliver balance of the band of yeagling bucks contrived in Omaha. The event marks gelding and the breeders of good sheep were noted.
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