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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1916
Page
19
A Wyoming Democratic banquet in Evanston endorses Governor Kendrick as the party's sole candidate to succeed Senator C. D. Clark. Voters statewide express strong support, noting Kendrick's broad appeal, proven governance, and ability to advance state interests in Washington.
The piece contrasts Republican criticism of a Democratic rural credits measure with Republican lawmakers voting for it. It also notes candidate filings for Wyoming’s Third Judicial District and explains the primary system for selecting judges.
A commentary argues that the United States should apply recognized international law evenly to all belligerents. It recalls Germany’s submarine policy and Britain’s protest over merchant submarines, urging consistent, nonexpedient enforcement of rules. The piece stresses Uncle Sam’s stance on lawful conduct for all nations.
Acting Secretary of State Polk and Mexican Ambassador Arredundo pursue negotiations in a friendly spirit. Officials anticipate a peaceful settlement to recent tensions, with diplomacy seen as the prudent path over escalation.
The author muses that ex Presidents Taft and Roosevelt should share a platform to attack Hughes, suggesting a large venue and repeat performances of their four year old speeches. He notes Republicans may need a circus to fund such an event, betting on Americans’ love of excitement.
Judge Arnold came from Evanston end of last week to dispose of civil cases including Chrisman versus Chrisman on a writ of error. Arguments were led by J W Sammon for Thomas Chrisman and R R Rose for Emaley Chrisman. The judge will issue a decision later and a settlement case against United States Coal Company, recently sold in bankruptcy in Redding, Pa., was discussed. Duane Arnold returned to Evanston at the start of the week.
Operations by Dr. C. D. Stafford and others included the small son of Frank Pi Daniel treated for tonsillitis, Mrs Turner operated on last Saturday, Mrs Frank Byner of Garden City Utah with appendicitis, and Mrs Grenebrecker treated for appendicitis by Dr Arbogast of Cumberland last Tuesday, all reported as successfully completed.
Trade chief for the telephone company visited Kemmerer last week to inspect operator service. Leonard reports experiments are being tried in various areas to improve long distance connections, with results as good as can be expected for a rural community.
A community focused message urges readers to spend locally to keep money circulating within the area. It questions sending funds to distant banks and advocates buying at home to benefit neighbors, labor and farm sellers, and the local common fund. The notice argues local spending preserves community resources and benefits the reader directly.
The National Wool Growers Association meeting will be held near home, with sale of stock and raffle prizes. The event invites all sheepmen in America, whether or not they are members, and rail rates may be available for attendees.
Bar and Lycoas Bat underwent improvements this week with new cases and fresh paint. Workers report the saloon will be a clammy place when finished as water courses are addressed and the area tidied.
Doctor W C Cuslington is reported to have died, with obituaries noting his professional career and family ties. The notice mentions his passing and honors his service to the community, reflecting on his contributions and last rites.
The city advances toward completing the new Toa to the hospital and expects it to be in use within days. Work will start soon on the pipeline trenches from the water tanks to the cemeteries as part of the improvement program.
The commissioners meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the Kemmerer Court House and remain until their work is done. All bills against the County must be presented before the first of the month.
Kemmerer attorney R R Rose, a prominent figure, returned to the county seat after serving as defense counsel. The case concluded with a guilty finding and a small fine. another assault and battery charge was noted but not detailed.
A new bungalow near the city will be the home of Dr L E B Kindall and his tribe as their engagement to the Doctor was announced several weeks ago.
A crew of about ten men arrived in Kemmerer last week and this week are installing a new telephone line. The work began sooner than expected after a visit by head officials two weeks ago. Al Jomssos leads the construction team, who came from American Falls Idaho where they had been doing similar work.
Isaac Walton Disciples Willam PAL Fred Chapin Stan Ley Brammer and Frank Curtis departed in two cars Saturday heading for the Fall River country. They plan a five day fishing trip expecting a large catch. The party is said to target the famed Fall River as a premier stream for catching wary fish.
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