Alleged Murderer Bill Sewell Held Without Bond
Coroner J F Witgatrick reports from Kemmerer on the Winslow Brothers tragedy. Sheriff Oakley and Deputy Meritt Jackson County investigate after a cabin fire destroys evidence and one body is burned beyond recognition. Bill Sewell, linked to Tom Sewell ranches near Winslow, is held as a suspect with witness Jackona Hake and others in travel from Jackson Hole to Kemmerer, a grueling 230 mile trip.
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Jackson
Boake
Selrestine
Rodgers
Winslow
Francie
Marke
Sewell
Tom Sewell
Toth Sewell
Kemr
Tabi
Jackson's Hole
Be TIMMA GHP STARTER camp plans noted
Be TIMMA GHP STARTER reports a camp near the river with two of three buildings in use and guards marching into the vicinity. The company expects about a hundred men and has large timber acreage under contract for several towns along Ontion Creek and the river.
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Cenanar
Tim God
Banat
Census Bureau Seeks Clerks For New Office
Job openings with the Census Bureau call for clerks at a fourteenth district facility. Applicants must be graduates, with training noted, and the position offers wages near four thousand nine hundred dollars yearly. Hiring details include age and qualification notes and a weekly schedule.
Conserve Lumber Supply Amid European Demand
Washington warns that high European demand for lumber risks depleting U S stocks. Henry Graves chief forester urges increased domestic production and careful forest preservation to prevent export pressures and ensure future wood availability.
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Washington, D. C
Graves
The Big Catch of Glencoe
A garbled note details a fishing scene at Glencoe with fragmented names and places. The text evokes a tale of catching and local people but lacks clear events or dates. The readable fragments mention Joe Rine and Doug femme among others in a hazy setting.
Municipal Tax Question Raises City Revenue Concerns
The city faces a projected year end deficit around four thousand dollars after expenses and prior revenue shortfalls. City Clerk Rosenberg studies options including a vocational tax and business levies. Kemmerer and other towns report similar approaches. A city council special meeting will set plans and a revenue ordinance to fund maintenance.
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Prebiam
Soth of
Jung
Hmitie
Ely
Lea
Rosenberg
Wyoming
Utah
Kemmerer
Im Rock Springs
County Board of Equalization Lifts TV Taxes in Big Piney District
The Board of Equalization increased the valuation to 24.00 per acre for Big Piney ranch land and set the levy on two thirds of that amount. Large property owners face tax hikes exceeding 100000.00, with Jackson Hole area seeing over a quarter million in added valuation. Changes in cattle classification are noted but not expected to affect tax totals materially. Affected areas include Big Piney, Star Valley, and neighboring districts.
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Board of Equalization
Rai
Big Piney
Jackson Hole
Goumeens Hole
Star Valley
Foreman Printer Ill at Camera Office
Leroy Pool foreman of the Camera printing office became seriously ill on Tuesday morning with a fever. Doctors say typhoid fever is suspected. His illness crippled the office delaying the paper’s production and mail delivery until replacements could be found.
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Leroy Pool
Camera
Queeness. Ee
Judge Arnold Grants Divorce in Local Case
Judge Arnold grants a divorce decree to Aie Young from loyal A. Young. The case notes share division and references residents of Big Piney Brandon and nearby areas. The judge was en route home in Brandon from Big Piney when the filing occurred.
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R. Arnold
Kewrtts
Young
A. Young
Poe
Big Pag
Army
Soleus
al Waska
Overseas
Eren Weteben
Judge
Brandon
Big Piney
New Fixtures in Strine's Shop Reported
Fragmentary item notes new fixtures and shop updates at Strine's shop. The garbled text mentions items like a blue something and a tank, with unclear references to personnel and timing.
Potter Returns From France a Hincoln Lad
Sam W. Potter, a Hincoln county lad, returned home from France with the A E F. He worked as a printer and saw the three largest printing plants taken over for military use. He witnessed air raids and long range guns in Paris and toured Belgium and northern France before and after the armistice. He served six months with the peace commission printing staff and is glad to be home among friends.
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Sam W. Potter
Hincoln County
Biahome
Hin
France
A. F
Sam
Paris
Ife
Belgium
Brunsela
Antwerp
Peace Commission
Bam
Water Shortage Hits Lincoln County Ranches
The water crisis worsens across Lincoln County with Green River valley ranchers lacking irrigation water. Officials report limited domestic use and a two hour daily allotment in Kemmerer meeting partial compliance while conditions improve elsewhere.
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Lincoln County
Green River Valley
Kemmerer
Donation to Hospital Supports Lincoln County Minor Memorial
A regular meeting of the Trades and Labor Council approved a donation toward a fracture table for a local hospital in Lincoln County. A check for 200 dollars was handed to the hospital, reflecting community support and ongoing efforts by local organizations.
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Labor Counsel
Uer
Lincoln County
Troops Home By September Report
A brief dispatch states troops are expected to return home by September. The report cites official sources describing plans under a federal program and outlines timing for redeployment and postwar reorganization.
Baum well in Dry Piney field resumes drilling after delays
Work on the Baum well near Kemmerer resumes after a halt caused by a broken steel beam and tool losses. Oil begins to show as sands are reached, with two or three barrels drawn. operators expect drilling to finish through the sands in two to three days and anticipate strong production.
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Banm
Charles Lackey
Lackey
McCoy
Baum
Jack Baum
McCormick
Clinton
Lincoln-Idaho Company
McCormick Leave
Moormick
By's
Kemmerer
Comence
McCormish
Cimeville Rancher Commits Seigoie
The article notes the death of a respected rancher named Mr. K. J. Tuckett from near Goke com, remembered for his long service. He is survived by his wife and several children, reflecting strong community ties in Cekeville.
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K. J. Tuckett
Gokecom
Cekeville
Wheat storage urged as crop tops one billion bushels
Washington reports a U S wheat crop exceeding a billion bushels this year and urges farmers and elevator firms to store and handle grain to reduce losses and congestion. Stacking is proposed as a practical method already tested with success, allowing quicker threshing and marketing while weather permits. The department recommends portable granaries upon request to ease storage needs.
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Washington, BD
United States
Department of Agriculture
War trophies collection urged for education and remembrance
Officials urge gathering and display of war trophies such as weapons, insignia, and memorabilia to educate future generations. The campaign emphasizes honoring service members and encouraging public support for preserving artifacts through proper museum channels and departmental involvement.
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Holmes
Republican Split Over League Sparks Senate Defection Threats
Fragmented prose reports a faction of Republicans backing or opposing the League of Nations causing tension in the Senate. It notes Senators McCumber and others facing pressure and threats of defection as party leaders urge alignment with the party line.
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Bem Star Lodge
Minos
Hear
League of Nations
Republican Party
Tte
McCumber
League
Tooley Street
League of Nations Io
Senatero
Rit Bolt
House Rejects Move to Force Vote on Prohibition Repeal
An attempt to force a vote on repeal of wartime prohibition failed in the House. Chairman Volstead ruled an amendment by Representative Tape, Democrat of Michigan, out of order, blocking the motion to amend the pending prohibition bill.
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Washington
Volstead
Micourt
Noah
Senator Kendrick Mothersome Bill Debate Prompted
A disjointed OCR fragment references a Senator Kendrick bill debate. It notes a meeting of a committee or public body and mentions a public and political process. Names and specifics are unclear, but it centers on legislative activity and official proceedings.
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Gensus Bureau
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Glencoe
Cate
Teaver Dann
Joe Rine
Kenmerarte Tott
Hender
Fia Fwane
Enn
Doug
Hevink
Tundey
Arnold Fiere
Strine
Hirton
Morvinn
Potter
Fede Bernon
Cimeville
Senator Kendrick’y Momestead
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