Prison Life at Kemmerer Penitentiary Described by Warden Alston
Warden Felix Alston discusses prison life, daily routines, and work rules at the state penitentiary. He notes shifts, meals, counts, yard time, and chapel, with details on dress changes after good behavior, time reductions, and pay for labor. The piece covers 271 under control, including 18 in road camps and 14 sent to the State Industrial Home at Worland.
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Kemmerer
Felix Alston
State Penitentiary
Alston
Hot Springs
Lincoln County
Mate
Worland
Prison Improvements And Executions Delayed In Lincoln County
Mr. Alston reports prison upgrades including sewer connections, steam kitchen, bakery and dining room, and new guard gates. The legislature funded a new building with assembly rooms and sidewalks, all prison built. Six inmates await execution with one scheduled for Friday, but Supreme Court orders delay all non Lincoln County cases. Alston traveled to Kemmerer with prisoner Nelse Jensen who testified in the Powers case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alston
Mr. Alston
O. W. White
Natrona County
Lincoln County
Supreme Court
Kemmerer
Nelse Jensen
Taken to Prison Narrative of an Escape Party
A chaotic report describes a group led by Sheriff Ed at a depot on Wysep Chan with detainees including Dan Parker and T. Obama sentenced to death, Dominik Giardino and Nick Kaloa given life, and others like W.H. White Bert Long and Bert Armstrong noted as not causing trouble. They traveled by train No. 6 after dinner and returned on No. 19 the next morning.
Safety First Meeting At Town Hall This Saturday
Safety First organizers schedule a Saturday evening talk at Town Hall in Kemmerer aimed at promoting railroad safety for children. Rev P M Johnson of Montpelier Idaho will deliver a concise address praised by railroad officials for its public importance. Johnson recently spoke in Diamond, drawing strong interest. The session starts promptly at 8 o clock.
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P.M. Johnson
Montpelier
Idaho
Kemmerer
Johnson
Diamon
Union Saloon Gambling Report Led to Closure
A report to the sheriff described a gambling operation in the rear of the Union saloon. Participants included Mike Jarkoski and Vetere Gudmundsen. The scene was investigated and the saloon was closed by the mayor, with possible further action if proven.
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Sheriff's Office
Union
Mike Jarkoski
Vetere Gudmundsen
Circus Comes to Diamondville as Barton Halley Performs
The Barton Halley circus appeared in Diamondville last Sunday with large crowds at each show. The Camera correspondent reported on audience reaction and the venue, noting the event ran on schedule.
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Barton @ Halley circus
Diamondville
Must Hang by the Neck Until Dead in Lincoln County
Judge David H. Craig sentences multiple murder defendants in Kemmerer to death by hanging at the Wyoming State Penitentiary near Rawlins. Prisoners, including Kalos the Greek and Broka, receive delays or alternative terms as interpreters explain proceedings and defense notices of exception are filed. Bert Long, tied to livestock theft, receives 1 to 15 months, with Arthur Long released.
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Lincoln County
Wyoming State Penitentiary
Rawlins
Wyoming
David H. Craig
Third Judicial District
Kemmerer
Hansen
Fred G. Kempfenkel
Sammon
Daniel Parker
Craig
Howart
Horn
Cass
Rose
Matt Che
Nick Kalos
Mike Angel
Hete
Regulaons
Jack
Santence
Iais
Atate
Broka
Frantier Supply Company
Elko
Mike Jatkoski
Bert Long
Fossil
Texas
Rich McMinn
Arthur Long
Quealy
Sage
Kuseian Sentenced in Court Case
A defendant named Jobo i Kuselan faced sentencing in court after a brief hearing. The proceedings ended with a reprimand and a term imposed by the judge. Local records indicate a formal disposition and upcoming review dates.
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Jobo i Kuselan
Georges Wn
Sad Wullig
Wes
Dragoo Held After Fremont County Horse Theft Charge
Deputy J A Morrow of Lander tracked James Dragoo to Kemmerer after a Fremont county warrant for horse stealing. Dragoo and Smoky White were arrested. White pled guilty and Dragoo’s case was dismissed after White’s agreement to drop prosecution, with Fremont county sheriff notified Dragoo would be held locally.
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J. A. Morrow
Lander
Kemmerer
James Dragoo
Fremont County
Dragoo
Smoky White
White
Ambiguous Crime Report From Fre Mont County Court
A fragmentary note reports a brother pleading in Fre mont county court for horse stealing, with references to a trial pending and a single criminal presence at Lander. The text hints at a guilty plea and upcoming court actions, but details are incomplete and unclear.
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Iit
Fremont
Lander
Auto Delivery Truck Installed by Chas L McKay
Chas L McKay installed a Ford livery truck to deliver purchases from his store. The well designed vehicle offers convenience and a comfortable body. Paul Nott drove the auto and the owner plans to keep the team for summer pasture.
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Chas
L. McKay
Bowles Discharged In Cow Theft Case
Bowles case drew many witnesses from Star Valley as he faced a jury trial before Judge Craig. After Ridgely wrapped his defense, the judge directed the jury to return a verdict for Bowles and discharged the defendant. Bowles had been accused of stealing a cow found in a lot he purchased and later compensated owners to settle. The judge noted fair prosecution and a private settlement among involved parties. Witnesses included Joe Linford, Aroet Hale, Edgar Allred, Chas Porter, J Hagley, Frank Taylor, Lee Laughlin, and defense witnesses Orson Brown, Wm Bassett, Ed Batley, Wiley Edgerton, John Amen, Mrs Bowles, and D. C. Oakley.
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Bowles
Star Valley
Craig
Atty
Ridgely Bat
W. Bowles
Crows Bn
Joe Linford
Aroet Hale
Edgar Allred
Chas, Porter
Hagley
Frank Taylor
Lee Laughlin
Orson Brown
Wm. Bassett
Ed Batley
Wiley Edgerton
John Amen
D. C. Oakley
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The
First National Bank of
Kuseian
Kemmerer Savings Bank and Trust Company
Bank of Personal Service
Kemmerer Savings Bank
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