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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1912
Page
4
The Kemmerer Camera reports a mine disaster at the Kemmerer Coal Company site. Five men died among 104 workers, with rescue teams valiantly entering the underground to save comrades. General manager Pr Quealy bears the tragedy while handling funeral duties and public sympathy grows for affected families.
The report notes senator Cummins of Iowa will announce his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination this year and travel with the Iowa delegation to the national convention. It suggests hopes for broad Republican support and highlights Pat Sullivan of Casper as a potential state party chair ally, while praising Bardick’s prior campaigns and Sullivan’s anticipated role in rallying GOP majorities in Wyoming.
Fragmented OCR text describes land law restrictions and property acquisitions affecting vast acreages and multiple individuals. It mentions names such as Wong and Margie and references restrictions, sales, and preparations for a sale or transfer. The readable content is garbled but centers on land policy and ownership disputes with several persons named in scattered fragments.
Coroner T B Carnanan arrived from Cumberland to view the disaster site. With the mine inspector absent, a jury was postponed until Monday at 10 with E L Smith F L Palmer and T R Jones impaneled. Testimony featured seasoned miners and managers from U P Coal and Cumberland mines, examining Buckley Sneddon Beach and McLain among others.
A mining expert proposes the explosion originated in room 8 second north entry from two heavy shots fired at right angles and possibly simultaneous. He notes minimal dust and no fire damp, arguing the blast could spread smoke with oxygen near the roof, inconsistent with a dust explosion.
A Wyoming coroner in 1912 reports jurors found that six men died from burns and asphyxiation after an explosion at Mine No Four operated by Kemmerer Coil Co. caused by two blown shots. The inquest cites improper shot placement and notes testimony from coroner, experts, and workers.
Formats report that President Thomas Gibson and Vice President A G Morgan are in Indianapolis for the National Meeting. They will discuss general craft matters and begin arranging a new scale to take effect when current contracts expire in this district on September first this year.
At 5 o'clock last evening Dr. Stafford received the report from the Rock Springs hospital on injured men. James Doran and others suffer burns to face hands or body with generally good condition. Simon Edwards has facial burns but is listed as in good condition. Emays discharged Tuesday. Widespread injuries noted with several still recovering and others expected to be released tomorrow.
Report from Rock Springs details a mine accident as John Bainton and a mule team are hurt. George and Sam Smith visit the hospital. James Buckley of the State Federation of Labor was nearby and toured the mine. Kemmerer Coal Co offices closed after explosion rumors. workers rush to the scene. Eleven injured at home, most recovering and ready to return to work. three remain in hospital. Andrew Morrow arrives from Almy with United Mine Workers aid. Dick Turner leads the volunteer entry team. seven horses and mules involved, one badly injured.
The testimony of the vaxperts described the explosion in No 8 pwotn second entry. An adjournment followed for the Devon funeral held in the afternoon. Dr Stafford and Ira Haker were examined during the hearing.
State Mine Inspector Blacker testified before the third inquest session held yesterday afternoon. He described arriving at the mine and noted conditions including a dry area in the floors and a plan of entry through the north shaft. Blacker stated that the company promptly acted on his recommendations after the October inquiry and that the mine was generally dry though some portions remained problematic.
Undertaker Eebree received the Nelson remains in Kemmerer for burial. Three men have families in the U.S. One body shipped to Glendale Oregon, another to Clay Canter Kane, and Theos Deon’s brothers arranged the funeral. The procession followed Catholic rites. local delegations attended. Ward family impacts noted with survivor spouses and children. Burial planned at Kemmerer cemetery. many details about church services and mourners included.
Fragmentary OCR text references Rescue Car 11 and a five year period, a study of life and property, diamonds, and various named individuals and places, but the details are garbled and incomplete.
James Morgan visits Kemmerer amid local civic events with officials including treasurer of the Central Mining Work and district authorities. The report notes a formal reception and ongoing municipal matters in Noritt and Arion boundaries.
Manager Lyon of the Boston Kemmerer Oil Company reports temporary well shutdown near Sublet due to caving and orders smaller casing to arrive before resuming filling. Indications at the well are excellent and a oil flow is hoped. Found Band of keys inquire at cameras office. January thaw threatens, and the M. S. Kemmerer store nears completion. Gadmandeen family arrives to occupy Cedar Avenue cottage.
Kemmerer Wyoming is a principal rail point and mining district hub with electric lights and sewer services. Frontier mining camps support four mines in a wide range, supplying coal and domestic power. Shalan and other towns boast strong schools and public utilities. daily ore output supports regional industry. Population figures reflect a thriving, labor-heavy district with full infrastructure and growing prospects.
State Mine Inspector George Blacker arrived in Kemmerer and spoke on the mine explosion. He cited wet zones and dust buildup as likely causes and urged sprinkling systems and supervised blasting. He warned that unsafe conditions must be reported and addressed, promising action if complaints prove legitimate. The day ended with Fish Day at the Kemper Meat Market.
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