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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1921
Page
6
A terse notice lists Big Piney Mercantile Co and Schill's Drug Co as entities involved in the local commerce scene. The brief entry presents two business names without further details or context.
The Western Union Telegraph office in Kemmerer shows signs of improvement with new sign writing on windows and interior renovations planned. A master clock will regulate time via the Naval Observatory, and manager Mr. Richey will attend a Cheyenne convention next week.
Last Friday an important meeting of railroad officials was held in Kemmerer. About eighteen members of the Freight Claim Cause and Prevention committee attended with Assistant Superintendent L. G. Sloan presiding. Discussion centered on reducing freight claims and improving handling efficiency to uphold a high standard of service.
Mrs Mayme Potter secured a divorce from Samuel W Potter after a brief six week marriage. Judge Arnold granted the decree Monday on Mrs Potter and her daughter's testimony as Potter failed to appear. The divorce references cruelty charges amid the couple’s short union. Mrs Potter was formerly married to the late J R McMinn, Lincoln County sheriff.
Governor Carey urges repeal of the unconstitutional carch and seizure clause and adoption of a national style prohibition act. He calls for a state law enforcement department, reformed tax timing, and limits on state institutions funding. Proposes licensing real estate, consolidating livestock boards, funding eight-hour work for women, and extending Yellowstone Park.
In a bitter custody battle over Esther, a Philadelphia man recounts a harrowing sequence of neglect and alleged abuse at the Jackson ranch. The wife, Mrs. Mears, testifies to years of cold treatment, threats, and infidelity, detailing a home where a loaded revolver and alleged coercive acts shaped a shocking marriage.
The year 1920 marks a banner year for the auto industry with Frank Hlachin of Kemmerer Garage noting production reaching 2,350,000 vehicles and registrations about 9,000,000. He warns 1921 will face rising demand and limited supply, predicting over a million cars must be built to replace aging stock if demand holds. The report highlights continued strong market demand outpacing manufacturing capacity and a healthier outlook for expansion.
George Brinmer of Zawlins Wyoming emerges as a candidate for commissioner of the general land office with suspected backing from Senator Warren and Representative Mondeil. Prospects unclear as the senators who presented him to the president elect yield no decisive reply from Mr Hardin. Wyoming is tied to land oversight and Brinmer is seen as the leading contender for the role.
Catholic Services at Saint Patrick Church list Low Mass at 3 00 High Mass at 10 00 on Sunday January 23 Rev W J Short pastor Also Chamberlains Cough Remedy praised by mothers for colds croup and whooping cough praised for pleasant taste and prompt cures suitable for babies and adults with no opium or harmful drugs included.
The legislature confronts a crowded agenda with state highways and budget issues on tap. Wyoming's first budget is presented, proposing general fund appropriations of 68,000,176.71 for the coming biennium as the body debates spending and policy.
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