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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1918
Page
12
The article notes a renewed German drive against American lines with Allied counterattacks gaining ground and estimates American strength at about 220,000 with additional reserves. It also reports Wyoming counties lagging in War Savings Stamp subscriptions, urging faster financing of the war as half the year elapses.
A critique of Postmaster General Harrison for new rates cites the paper’s free government advertising and space wasted on hoax plate talk and clippings. The extra rate is estimated around 75 cents weekly, exposing thin content behind the attack.
Chief of Staff March reports over 1,000,000 American troops now abroad with monthly arrivals around 250,000. Only 290 losses so far despite Kaiser subs countermeasures. European press notes Von Hindenburg’s status, while a Cokeville sheepman mocks promises and war bonds efforts.
Secretary McAdoo promotes soldier-insurance law to drafted men with literature and lectures, urging enrollment for dependents. In Kemmerer, Robert Clark a junk dealer pleads guilty to petit larceny for stealing cro-b wire, pays a $950 fine and costs.
J A Olivistaits announces candidacy for county office. He practiced law in Kemmerer after graduating from the University of Nebraska Law Department and has long been active in local affairs. His opponent in the primary is Carl Cook of Afton, former Clerk of Court.
John Lepolo, an Italian employed at the Oakley mine, was arrested Tuesday by Deputy C. V. Borennon on a citizen’s arrest and charged with possessing a firearm without a proper license. He was fined $60 by Justice of the Peace J. W. Gipagow.
A Mexican boy, around a year old, died recently near Granger after a freight train struck him while he was on the tracks. A Merleen employee witnessed the incident as the train moved, the boy was struck in the head, and was taken to a hospital in Lake City for treatment and later reported dead.
In North and West regions Hoy and girl club members join a conservation program stressing non sugar or minimal sugar canning methods. They learn to use molasses honey and pie syrup to dry fruits, make sugar substitutes, and create candies and confections at home as a seasonal saving plan.
A new Government shell-loading factory in New Jersey will process 52 000 loaded shells per day, employing over 6 000 workers with 100 buildings on 2600 acres. The complex includes 13 independent loading units for 13 shell sizes, extensive safety systems, health measures, a school for instruction, and France-assembled components for most shells.
Justice of the Peace J W Glasgow presided over a Sunday court in Elko where Charley Knauless was charged by Deputy Game Warden Wint George with killing sage chickens out of season. Knauless pleaded guilty, paid a $50 fine, and admitted future hunting will follow the law’s season.
The message urges every man, woman, and child in America to join the victory drive by purchasing Liberty Bonds or War Savings Stamps. Each purchase is described as a contribution to the armed forces in France and on the seas, reinforcing national effort and sacrifice.
Attorney General Rouge says Washington has appointed a Wyoming State Councilor to head the Alien Property Custodian under new Congressional law. The custodian gains power to seize and operate alien enemies property for the government, with attorney appointments in each state.
A fragmented text discusses a rabbit and KO Bros in a confused scene. Mentions counter Falke and saving on meat. References wheat, din yore our, and a 40 wae you er fod with unclear meaning.
Mrs. Fred Graham spent Tuesday and Wednesday visiting Mrs. Henry Groy of Merna. Mrs. L. L. Baker visited last week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Benting. Merna visitors, Daniel callers, and several local families are noted. The Red Cross met with Mrs. A. J. Hentley to sew and knit garments as nearly every woman in the Upper Country contributes. Helen Griffin of Leon, Iowa, and Maude Meeker of Decatur City, Iowa, touring the West, arrived in Daniel from Big Piney and plan to visit Salt Lake and the Pacific coast. Citizens of Fall River Basin raised funds for the Red Cross in a recent sale. Dr. Montrose and W. E. Enos returned from Kemmerer to see the boys off for camp. C. G. Jewett plans to start haying around the 20th, with many starting early due to a man shortage.
The report lists multiple residents and visitors around the county seat. Jim Robinson recovers at home after a fall, Arthur Robinson works as a business shelter, John Parker departs for Camp Sewis with new draftees, and Mrs Leonard Buch along with Sean visit Elsie Robinson. Laurel Finley drives to Bear Lake. Wm Blackwood prepares for haying and fishes well. Arthur Robinson and family spend Sunday at the Robinson ranch. Edie Simpson visits Benny Brown’s ranch. Mrs Wm Blackwood plans return from a Washington and California trip. Samuel Adams leaves for training camp July 15.
A fragment notes that Thi peoples of nations and each Mdlyiduat held place and duty within a shared structure. The lines imply formal roles and responsibilities tied to social or political order among groups referenced, though specifics are unclear.
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