Two Greeks Die After Train Collision Near Moyer Junction
On Friday evening near Moyer Junction train No 14 struck two Greek laborers, Mike Kalos and William Anglos, who were laying steel for the Oregon Short Line. Both men, members of extra gang No 19, died or were fatally injured as the accident occurred on a curve in rainy, windy conditions. Coroner Embree held an inquest with J W Glasgow, J T Mantle, and Gov W Tanner on the jury. The crash was not observed by the crew, who learned of it by wire from Opal.
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Moyer Junction
Mike Kalos
Wm. Ang Jos
Extra Wang No. 19
Oregon Short Line Railway
Kemmerer
Cumberland
Kules
Anglos
Miners’ Hospital
Opal
Embree
J. W. Glasgow
J. T. Mantle
Gov. W. Tanner
PW. Comer
D. Stafford
Frontier Days Ahead at Cheyenne With Big Program
Frontier Days kicks off in Cheyenne August 20 and runs through August 23 with a world class riding and roping championship among events. Organizers promise top attractions and full efforts to ensure a memorable affair. Railroads offer special rates for attendees.
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Cheyenne
Rock Springs Hosts State Federation Delegates Remarks
Delegates returning from the State Federation meeting praise Rock Springs residents for their treatment during the convention. Wi. W. Gilroy of Carneyville was elected president, James Schrivner of Sheridan vice president, and James Morgan secretary. Next year’s meeting will be held at the same time and place as the scale convention. Sheridan has submitted a strong bid.
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Rock Springs
State Federation
Wi. W. Gilroy
Carneyville
James Schrivner
Sheridan
James Morgan
New Roadmaster Joins Oregon Short Line District
New roadmaster J. 4. Daily assumes control of the Oregon Short Line district, replacing John McGreevey. Dalley arrives with solid recommendations from Rock Island and St. Louis railroads, based in St. Louis. A. Pheaney, who had been supplying temporary oversight, departs likely to a division role.
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Oregon
Petit Larceny Case and 41 Day Sentence
Deputy W E Mille of Big Piney incarcerated Karl Jones who was sentenced to 41 days for petit larceny including costs. Justice Gilkey of Daniel presided over the judgment for stealing clothing from the Mellwy ranch. The same man faced earlier accusations and removals by Justice Graig of Kemmerer.
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Sherif W. E. Mille
Big Piney
Karl Jones
W. Kt. Gilkey
Daniel
H. Mellwy
Jonaely
H. Lew Graig
Kemmerer
Tom Ming
New Homestead Bill Aims Grazing Based Entries
Congress considers Mondell’s measure for a grazing homestead entry of 610 to 1280 acres allowing proof of permanent improvements valued at 1.25 to 1.55 per acre instead of cultivation. Lands may be acquired by adjacent owners, with title upon improvement and payment, designating timber or grazing suitability. It seeks swift passage as western conditions demand.
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Frank W. Mondell
Congress
School shuts extra rooms as fall term nears
The district faces overcrowding as the fall term approaches and has arranged using the church and Odd Fellows hall as temporary classrooms while a new schoolhouse is completed. More rooms may be needed, though this disperses the classes.
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Odd Fellows Hall
Bulls For Sale Pure-bred Registered Short Horns
Pure bred registered short horns for sale. Also polled durhams, double standard. Send for catalogue. Wesley K Walton and Sons Woodruff Utah.
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Wesley K. Walton & Sons
Woodruff
Utah
Bath house plans delayed at Lava Hot Springs Idaho
The Editor reports from Lava Hot Springs Idaho that visitors from various parts of the country are town growth is strong with new buildings and cottages rented. bond bids failed due to low interest and the state attorney general's decision will determine if the bath house is built this year. Dances occur midweek and weekends, lodging costs range from 1.25 to 2.00 dollars daily, baths are free, and fishing remains excellent along the Portneuf river with scenic intermountain views.
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Dempny
Idaho
Brandon
Ttm
Portneuft
Prairie dog extermination bill to preserve native grasses
On July 5 Mr Monaent introduced Dill in congress proposing a $50,000 appropriation for the Agriculture Secretary to experiment on the public domain. The goal is to determine the cheapest method to preserve native grasses by exterminating the prairie dog, a major pest on the range and near fields.
Haying Under Way in Green River Valley
The haying season is now under way in the Green River valley as ranchers prepare to harvest one of the largest crops in the valley’s history. A large demand for labor is anticipated in the fields and there will be work for all who go that way. For ripe raspberries, write A. H. Brooker in Garden City Utah who will fill and deliver orders.
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Green River Valley
A. H. Brooker
Garden City
Utah
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Athunn
F. H. Chapin
Mgr
Schou
the City Drug Store
C. A. Christmas
Kemmer, Ete
Wyoming
Mondell
Duces
Peterson
Portnouf River
Kemmerer Savings Bank& Trust Company
Bank
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