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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1916
Page
5
In a patriotic reflection the editor recalls the renewed spirit of the American Revolution tradition each Fourth of July, asserting that bila spirit of 76 remains alive and can flare again if a true cause inspires it, and that patriotism may burn fiercely once more.
Senator Ollie James at the Democratic National Convention delivers a keynote praising President Wilson for achieving American aims without bloodshed. The speech claims Wilson earned recognition of rights and concessions from militant forces without orphaning children, widowing mothers, firing a gun, or shedding blood.
Organized labor appeared before the Republican Platform Committee urging retention of Democratic Congress legislation. They sought no opposition to President Wilson and his Congress, pressing for continued labor support without opposition.
The platform denounces the Rural Credits act, while most Republicans in Congress supported it. The framers attack the Democratic president but also condemn a large portion of their own party in Congress.
The Republican Platform Committee struggles to present distinct issues for the coming election. They promise tariff reform, a tariff commission, and stronger national defense, aligning closely with Democrats who already have tariff measures and a defense bill before Congress. The clash highlights narrowing policy differences ahead of voters.
The passage claims the Army bill surpasses Republican aims, noting Democrats have expanded the Navy and would have built a merchant marine sooner if not for GOP opposition. It asserts Democratic performance outpaces Republican promises in naval and maritime goals.
The document states that Americans and Mexicans alike do not want war. It credits President Wilson as serving the people and vows to avert conflict, noting that only a Mexican government led by Carranza can determine the outcome while certain capitalists push for war for profit.
A terse article excerpt argues against a war of conquest, stating there is no valid justification for war with Mexico and claiming critics of the President secretly desire conquest. Floor leader Mann is referenced as making a related remark.
At a National Progressives dinner before departing for South America, Theodore Roosevelt reaffirmed loyalty to core principles, rejecting a third ticket and urging continued unity with leaders and rank and file. He pledged to back Hughes and urged Progressives to consider the people over party, noting the party’s diminished path forward.
A damaged excerpt notes a cartoon showing the American flag over a border area between the Grande and a river in Mexico. The writer worries about a potential misstep by the country and urges fairness toward neighbors, insisting justice and honor should be reciprocal and reflect well on the United States.
The Camera reports Union Pacific official D. D. Spencer describing Sunday excursions from Bast Lake City. The plan promotes easy five day trips to hills for fishing rest and ideas exchange. Rail service aims to unite communities and encourage weekend visits and friendly contests. Advertisement notes Sunday excursion rates over the O. R. L. appear in The Cameras.
Pastor Geo Osman of Sewanee Tennessee travels to Kemmerer for local church work during the summer season.
While in Cheyenne last week the governor discussed opening the Kemmerer recruiting station and the possibility of calling for volunteers to form a Rough Rider regiment. Sheriff Hansen, a Spanish-American War veteran, served as chief orderly for General Fitzhugh Lee.
Two armed men robbed the Pacific grading camp at Castle Rock near Evanston last Friday night. They forced C. Dalton, a check cashier, to open the safe and surrender about $1600 in cash. Dalton and bystanders were unharmed. Police have not yet identified suspects.
Ate Poison C Pratt a fireman on the Oregon Short Line from Montpelier became very sick in Kemmerer Thursday evening after eating something. He was confined to bed at the Bik Hotel for several hours fearing he could not recover but medical men treated him and he recovered.
The Star Valley Independent carries notices for Lincoln county voters. J R McMinn of Fossil Wyoming seeks the sheriff nomination and election this fall. Rich is praised as capable for the office and a Republican contender on the ticket.
Fragmentary notice notes reduced rates for Sunday travel. Text is garbled but indicates half price fares on certain Sunday trips and invites readers to inquire for details. Contains unclear personal names and dates. unable to identify full entities.
Notice from K. A. Mason Clerk and 7 B Smith Director calling bids for a project described as Beating works to be completed by September 2 1916. They reserve the right to reject any and all bids.
Countywide push to hire an agent through state collaboration aims to keep farm dollars local. Watt reports progress across eight Wyoming counties and seeks plans to unite eastern feeders with stock raisers. He just visited Piney country and will travel to Jackson Hole, inviting ranchers to contact him.
C E Melvin returned Friday from Boise Idaho where he handled a number of cases in the triad court. He is permanently established in Kemmerer as a practicing lawyer and assisted in many cases during the last session showing noticeable ability.
A. Floyd secretary of the Wyoming Public Utilities Commission visited Kemmerer and spoke of the vast copper wire network spanning the state. He noted the party test Monday for Rock Springs and described a two week tour of Wyoming that will wrap up in four to five days.
Mr. Floyd, brother-in-law of Miss Helen Stuby who taught at the local high school last year, remains in the community.
A California case orders removal of cabbage plants from city limits and their destruction to enforce municipal rules. The action targets plants deemed a nuisance and requires official disposal under local ordinance.
A fragmentary item notes Frank Pomeroy and family traveling to Howard Holden’s home with Mrs. Wm.ireham and a companion. They motored in from a ranch Friday evening and a family gathering is mentioned for Sunday. The report hints at a retreat for an automobile portion of the group.
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