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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1908
Page
15
The piece describes a holiday atmosphere with firecrackers heard as celebrations begin. It notes The Camera office staff taking a holiday, mentions June 10 budget news, and references various civic items including a Denver Democratic convention, a divorce settlement for Mary Hartje, and bank deposit news as the nation observes summer celebrations. The writing blends local notices with partisan and financial updates.
A drunken late night dispute at Big Piney ends with Fleming fatally shooting Glenn after a chase to a saloon and Hyde store corner. Fleming surrendered. Judge Nichols held an inquest and verdict pending. One sister said to live in Sheridan, Wyoming. Doctor Hird notes the morning after follows celebration.
The Comet steamboat, under construction in Green River City, is near completion and will be launched this week. The vessel features a 10 horsepower lower, fine steering gear, and ample freight, baggage, and passenger capacity, despite skeptics doubting whether Green River may be navigated.
A 34 year old resident of Frontier named T Walanoba shot himself in the right breast on Wednesday. The act is believed caused by financial and domestic troubles. He was buried Thursday afternoon in Kemmerer Cemetery after the self inflicted death.
A church event notes Minister Pheres WH Dee performing painting duties for the Sunday service in the M B E church tomorrow. The choir area is decorated in brown and green stripes with a crescent ceiling as Mr Esterterghey handles painting and Crabtree works on the pulpit.
A note reports two bee cells installed at Parker hive project by a group sourcing equipment from an old territorial permit in Baramie. The installation completes an effort described as part of the local beekeeping initiative begun years ago.
The readable text presents a garbled account mentioning a judge and various figures. It hints at hearings or proceedings but contains numerous garbles and impossible phrases, making it hard to extract clear names, dates, or outcomes from the fragment.
A horse nearly fell into a waterway but was saved when a person stepped in. The incident occurred near Avon and involved bystanders and local helpers who prevented a serious accident.
Fragmentary OCR yields a garbled note about mail boxes being painted red and references to Witshire and unclear names. The readable bits suggest a postal or civic context without coherent details or dates. No identifiable people, organizations, or events are clearly established.
A stream of notes from Kemmerer locals includes OL TL Hroch visiting Sunday, Mrs. Cave of Green River in town, Floyd Norris of Wig Ploey in Kemmerer Wednesday, and events around town. State Socialist secretary treasurer appointment for C F Hackenberg, sheep shearings near Fossil East, and numerous brief mentions of residents, travels, and shop openings.
The death of Mrs Emma Chambers occurred Tuesday evening at 4 as she rested at home of Mrs William Davis. She traveled from Portland Oregon with her daughter Mildred en route to her son Samuel Chambers in Cumberland. Ill for four months with throat trouble she refused medical help until the last moment. She was 42 and a member of the Women of Woodcraft. Burial was Thursday afternoon pending the arrival of her sister Mrs Corrie Tile of Twin Party Mahe. Reverend Crabtree led prayers at Kens merer cemetery.
Local notice seeks a girl labeled Stevie Heinites for a job at a place called City Brig stone Tor cream. Adverts promise daily earnings and easy cash. A confusing mix of locations and instructions appears, with references to sales, a piano, and a “magnificent upright” item for sale.
Diamondville appoints 8, McDonald as Justice of the Peace for the Diamondville district to fill the vacancy created by the death of Jon G. Smith. McDonald also serves as police justice and town clerk, bringing full qualification for the new duties.
Sublet headlines note Superintendent Prank Malone’s concerns and a week abroad by H Lamber. Wagon schedule, local business reminders, and a note on no fireworks due to East consignments. Court notices announce will probate for Sarah E Dodge with July 15 hearing and related filings.
Found items include one saddle, bridle, blanket and halter rope. Saddle weighs about 45 pounds. Owner may claim by proving property and paying charges to W S Cleveland in Kewmerer Wyoming.
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