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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1918
Page
4
The notice describes legal notices priced at ten cents per line for insertion with line charges varying by insertion and type, denoting brevier type. It outlines card of thanks and resolutions priced at one hundred cents per line.
A discussion on road conditions argues the county is large and sparsely populated with about 35000 dollars yearly for roads. It notes that road authority lies with elected officials and criticizes funding, posting, and postal rate debates influencing public opinion.
The article critiques ongoing postal rate proposals as newspaper campaigns seek funds and defend government policies. It notes opposing voices accuse officials of burdens, urging public support for higher costs while criticizing critiques from opponents.
The piece defends the editorical stance on the County Jail escape, names Sheriff J. R. McMinn and jailers A. A. McDougal and others, critiquing a rival Republican report. It notes past jail appointments, county commission actions, and questions responsibility while quoting a French-tinged editor remark about readers. It also mentions mixed views on President Wilson's third-term speculation.
The Rock Springs Rocket notes Mitchell's death in a Lake Charles plane crash at 49. Former NYC mayor, he rose to leadership at 36 and would likely have held prominent national roles. The issue also endorses T D O Neil for State Senate, praising public spirit and business ability.
A 15 year old French boy named Marcel labors to support his family after wartime loss and hunger. The Red Cross aided them by restoring the farm and easing their burden as Marcel proves responsible beyond his years.
St Patrick's Church announces Sunday services at 9 30 a m with a mass at sunset? on the first Sunday of each month at 1 3 a m. Pastor Rev TD Lyorh.
The Seventh Sunday after Trinity service schedule lists Holy Communion at 1.008 m, morning sermon at 19.009 m, Sunday School at 11.00 a m, evening prayer at 8:00 p m. Morton Joslin serves as rector with services at Cokerille and Germes locations.
Two separate railroad accidents occurred at L. yard on Saturday. An engine derailed on the snake track causing hours of track repairs. Later a braking failure led to a collision of two freight sections, damaging a wool car but injuring none.
Kemmerer marked Independence Day with a morning patriotic program at Lyceum Hall and a candy giveaway for about 300 children. Crowds gathered at Triangle Park and Frontier for music by a local choir, with celebrations also in Diamondville Oakley and Glencow. An evening dance by the Kemmerer Orchestra at Lyceum Hall drew wide praise and strong attendance.
The next regular examination for teachers will be held July 26 and 27 in Kemmerer Afton Jackson and Big Piney under new rules adopted in November 1917 found in Bulletin No. 1. Teachers should come prepared with pens and ink. Margaret F Nicholson County Superintendent of Schools July 1 1928.
George Alleman son in law of W N Reynolds of Kemmerer died Sunday night in Salt Lake City after illness. He conducted on the Oregon Short Line for years, later ranching near Cokeville. Survived by wife and six children. Funeral at Cokeville today with Kemmerer lodge 334 B M. Masons to ride No 17 to Cokeville and return on No 18.
Monday afternoon a broken down car left five ladies stranded about fifteen miles from Kemmerer on the Big Piney road. Mr W Hillyer and Charles offered their aid with Lackey driving, despite concerns about his cautiousness. The high speed ended with an injury to Hillyer but the ladies were already picked up by another car and were en route to Kemmerer.
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