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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1920
Page
12
The piece argues that investigations against Admiral Sims are driven by partisanship before the November elections. It notes Sims publicly defied orders yet remained praised for the Navy's wartime performance, while Secretary Daniels and Admiral Benson controlled policy. It concludes the Navy's wartime achievements will outlive the controversy.
The piece notes rising alarm over socialism and radicalism, citing New York's expulsion of five legislators for party alignment deemed inimical to government principles. It mentions Victor Berger of Milwaukee facing denial of a federal seat for willful violations, framing actions as protection against radical influence.
A patriotic denunciation argues that removing five New York lawmakers for Socialist party membership threatens representative government. It warns such action by a majority sets a dangerous precedent, risking the right of any elected official to participate and voice opinions in the legislature.
The article surveys growing talk of Herbert Hoover as a presidential candidate. It notes he has not declared and avoids politics, surprising both parties. It argues voters favor a businesslike leader over party politicians, praising Hoover’s wartime food administration efficiency.
An advertisement extols Quinby’s California Chocolate Shop and Johnson's Candies run by Helen Ardelle in Seattle. It claims their chocolates are pure and wholesome with no harmful ingredients, suitable for children. Also mentions hot drinks and valentines.
The piece argues that Hoover ranks among the most popular global figures after Wilson and could win any European office or even the U S presidency if he sought it. It notes wartime habits like Hooverizing on sugar and flour show public willingness to follow his lead, suggesting broad political appeal.
The Pinedale Roundup, revived about four weeks ago by B S Marshall, shows active progress. Marshall has organized the Chamber of Commerce and draws outside attention to Pine Dale, noting the paper is advertised as published farther from a railroad than any paper in the United States. The Roundup was founded fifteen years ago by C Watt Brandon.
The text argues that many investigations distract Congress from essential government work and squander billions of dollars of public funds. It critiques lawmakers for overemphasizing probes rather than handling substantive policy and fiscal matters.
Washington reports House Ways and Means hears from western state officials and Governor Davis that 30 000 to 50 000 ex service men could obtain 50 acre tracts on reclamation projects if a proposed 250 million dollar appropriation is approved. Bond programs and 60 day preference to settle are discussed. estimates suggest 1 500 to 2 600 dollars needed per veteran for home stock and implements. States including Idaho Utah Colorado Texas Wyoming Montana Nevada Oregon Arizona and Washington participate.
Probate in Lincoln County Wyoming notes letters of administration granted January 24 1920 for the estate of Alice J Lehmer deceased. Creditors must present their claims with vouchers to the administratrix Bess ie Lehmer Sanderson Kemmerer Wyoming within six months of the letters or be barred. claims must be filed within one year. Ivan S Jones attorney.
Notice to all potential applicants that grazing permits for cattle horses or sheep in the Wyoming National Forest for the 1920 season must be filed in Afton Wyoming before March 1 1920. Full fee information and blank forms available on request from Supervisor C A Beam.
Public notices include a land purchase application by John H Aubercon of Rock Springs Wyoming and a 30 day protest window. Also notices to creditors in Lincoln County Wyoming for the estates of Wm Newbrough and Phebe H Hamp with six month claims period and one year bar, plus a final three year proof for James B Davison with witnesses listed.
Public notice in Lincoln County Wyoming covers probate for Alice J Lehmer with a time for proving the will set for January 4 1920 in Kemmerer. It also advertises a land sale on March 8 1920 for Lots 3 and 4 in Section 44 Tp 23 N R 116 W with bids starting at 2 50 and sale closing when bidders finish. Also includes final three year proof notice for John B Matthews Homestead entry in sections 19 20 Tp 22 N R 115 W with witnesses listed.
A jagged OCR fragment contains odd phrasing about corn and bananas with garbled lines and stray quotes. The readable portion hints at a nonsensical, possibly satirical note with no clear event or identifiable subjects.
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