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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1916
Page
4
Denver prepares for a major livestock exposition with new cattle sheds and stronger entries. Fifteen herds of shorthorns and over twenty herds of Herefords plus many cattle from Angueux and Galloway breeds are expected. The horse show will feature top stables, railroads offer reduced fares, and Denver plans to host its largest crowd yet this event season.
The text notes the festive spirit shown by Japanese residents during Christmas with oriental design items such as embroidered handkerchiefs and lacquered boxes. It lists contributors including Tom Ming and hotel cafe staff, B Itaya and N Hayakawa of Kemmerer Laundry, Hi Sam of Bon Ton Restaurant, and Lee Bin Wah of Wah Sing Cho Company, praising their generosity.
The busy body of comaters was active on Sapphire Street Hill Sunday afternoon. The Camera might suggest to pleasure-seeking children that they should practice turning instead of moving toward Triangle Street, noting past incidents on this street.
In Idaho on a Saturday night saloons and breweries closed as the dry law takes effect. The rule limits personal liquor to one quart or twelve beers, with deputy sheriffs enforcing limits. Railroads worry shipments to Idaho for private use may provoke a test case in Utah.
Afton Independent reports that unknown persons spread poison Saturday night and Sunday, killing about 25 dogs. Some victims were valuable, and the tone suggests the culprit may stay hidden for a while.
James Ralderson of Quealy Peterson Sheep Co at Cokeville reports a road of horses and mules bought at Mont Pelle. He says about 3000 Thoroughbreds are fed on the ranch this winter while flocks feed on the desert. Kemmerer market opens Thursday. come early.
The 1915 copper output tops all prior years with about 236 000 dollars more than 1914 and over 500 000 pounds above the previous peak. Gold and silver production show gains with silver rising in several states, notably Montana and Arizona, while California leads in gold with its largest yield in 32 years. Western states enjoy a prosperous year as mining activity surges.
Sunday afternoon three automobiles from Big Piney broke through on Hill Road when a road closure blocked the way. Carl J. Warner in a Chandler led the group, with Frank and Joe McGinols heading to Salt Lake City to the collegiate school.
John C. Buda reports the Stray Elks of the Green River Valley will host a free banquet and dance for children on Friday January 7 at the Marbleton Hotel dining hall. Admission limited to ages 16 and under. Music arranged by George Furney with transport by John Buda.
A Rawlins Wyoming man, McCarthy of Fronsat 10 Boa 100, reports lasting relief from kidney trouble after using Duan’s Kidney Pills. He cites severe back pain and train-jolt aggravation, saying he has been free from kidney issues for over five years since his remedy use.
A fragmented note describes a routine described as a habit involving many people. It mentions cold exposure and sponge bathing each morning, with references to an icy lair and temperatures around forty degrees Fahrenheit. The text remains unclear on participants or locations.
In a recent hearing Congressman Mondell urged protection for settlers pursuing oil and other development in Wyoming. He argued that federal forest reserves limit land settlement and harm tax payers while the state seeks to grow its frontier economy.
Elmo Haggerty and family traveled from Salt Lake City after two months of surgeon care. He recovers from injuries from last September’s auto crash with facial swelling and a broken jaw. A month or more remain before full recovery. The family left today for their home in Afton.
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