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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1918
Page
12
Local notice rates list ten cent per line for reading notices with legal notices at six cents per line per insertion. Brevier type governs insertion charges. Cards of thanks and resolutions are also billed at ten cents per line.
The article profiles William Hays, national Republican chairman, noting youth at 48 and praising his public stance while accusing his office of sending hostile, partisan criticism of the administration. It highlights Elihu Root urging Republicans to elect more in Congress, and argues the party uses camouflage to attack the government amid war. It then shifts to the war’s human cost, calling for nurses. It reports the US Army and Navy need 27,000 registered nurses by July 1, 1919, with the broader public health nursing shortage and rural care expansion stressing trained nurses and maternal education. It ends with a call for more willing women to enlist, and directs readers to Army service information.
In a wartime context officials urge prioritizing national victory over athletic endeavors. The article notes leaders discussing official backing for measures and encourage broad support among organizers and fans, stressing focus on the war effort above sports and public events.
Fragmentary historical note uses archaic phrasing about celebrations and attention to other aspects of victory. It mentions shouting and tumult but lacks clear names, places, dates, or events to identify.
County Treasurer Gilbert Taysom estimates receipts and disbursements compare with prior years show the debt will be cleared by year end. He notes 1917 indebtedness stood at 124,824.02, and expects a small treasury surplus if soldiers and home front support proceed firmly. The speaker condemns hesitation to invest in United States Government securities as financial cowardice.
Lieut George Beck son of Mr and Mrs P A Beck of Ogden Utah was named a member of the Aircraft Production board of the Standard Aircraft corporation in Elizabeth New Jersey He has moved from California to Garden City Long Island where he has been for two months He was first American aviator to go out in search of U boats near New York and flew over the funeral of Mitchell He will test battle planes purchased by the government and advise designers If offered instructor posts he declined to pursue overseas service He is a brother of Mrs Bud Hecker of Kemmerer Ogden Standard
A large turnout of locals spent Sunday along the upper Hamsfork and Beaver Creek areas enjoying fishing trips. Several groups reported good catches despite rough, muddy roads between Kemmerer and George Watts ranch, with multiple named fishermen noting favorable results.
The Chautauqua season opens in Cokeville with its first event at a tent and runs through Friday. Crowds are enthusiastic and local plans shift to host next summer’s program after strong interest this year.
Last Wednesday about ten o'clock Mary Mosby daughter of Mr and Mrs William Mosby of Brontier suffered a head injury when she ran from the post office to the car striking the end of a hitching rack. The child was taken to a doctor and was reported to be in a quite serious but not life threatening condition with recovery expected.
Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Co reports passenger trains No 4 and No 19 delayed two hours last Thursday due to a derailment at Opal. An extra freight car derailment followed when a coupling brake went into a siding.
Margaret F Nichols announces candidacy for county superintendent of schools on the Non-Partisan ticket. She appeals for support at the primary election on August 2, 1918, citing past backing and gratitude, Kemmerer, Wyoming.
The church announces monthly services at 7:00 p.m. with follow up activities. An earlier notice lists dates, locations, and a contact for further details. All sessions are held at St Marks and are open to the public.
A Lincoln County Republican petitions support for Lester G Baker's bid as Wyoming State Representative. He urges primary votes on August 20 and pledges to uphold the party platform, addressing Lincoln County, Wyoming, and the nation. He appeals to organized labor, notes past union ties, and requests reader support.
Episcopal Church ninth Sunday after Trinity at St James Cokeville holds morning services with rector Morton Joslin leading. Holy Communion at 1 am and a Sunday school at 11 am. The whole church rehearses for a special musical service planned for the third Sunday evening in August.
Angeli Ziller of Cumberland Wyoming filed to make final proof on land described as section 4 township 18 north range 117 west sixth principal meridian. Hearing before register and receiver at the United States Land Office Evanston Wyoming on August 23, 1918. Witnesses named Aller and Zascolll, both of Cumberland.
A 1917 study of the County Treasurer's court shows sturdy finances with debts of $124,824.02 on January 1 1917 and government costs from January 1 1917 to June 30 1918 totaling $144,420.76. Certificates paid by the Treasurer from January 1 1917 to July 22 101% total $240,764.14, leaving estimated indebtedness of about $648,390.
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