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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1916
Page
5
Long Chicago conventions split the Republican Party and the Progressive movement. Roosevelt’s faction, though enthusiastic for him, risks backing Wilson or returning to GOP. Hughes praised. Wilson’s path to reelection seen as probable with policies like tariff reform and rural credits cited.
The Republican convention in Chicago failed to generate the heroic mood Colonel demanded for his candidacy. It appears attendees did not care for either the mood or the candidate.
The text shows Roosevelt only tentatively declining the Progressive nomination, implying a cautious stance that a potential election might still influence his position. It reflects uncertainty about the party ticket and the Colonel’s perceived electability shaping the outcome.
The passage notes the Republican program dropping the compulsory military service plank and removing the Colonel, while Prosperity and peace at home remain central. It argues the average voter may see little reason to vote against President Wilson given these shifts.
Governor Alexander of Idaho passed through Kemmerer last Saturday evening on No 18 en route to St Louis for the Democratic National Convention on June 14. He alighted at the depot for several minutes to learn how the Republican convention was run and chatted with local people.
State Conference Reverend Wood of the local Episcopal Church departs Thursday for Laramie to attend the State Convocation at the Cathedral. On Sunday June 1 5 all state clergy will participate with delegates from many churches. Loretta Thomas and H H Moyer, summer school attendees from Kemmerer church, will join as delegates but Mr and Mrs F H Rose and Mr and Mrs Roy Mason, elected delegates, cannot attend. Sunday school will be held but no church services due to Rev Wood's absence.
Reported delays in track improvements between Granger and Kemmerer as new lines shift toward Mayer Junction. Incomplete pasting and noisy OCR hinder clarity though notes indicate slow channel changes at the creek. Mentions spring washouts and a Bear Lake business trip while investigating mineral deposits and rock findings along the line.
Funds for the Fourth of July celebration are readily available and the community seeks a proactive organizer. The message urges someone to take the lead, promising generous support from local residents and stressing the need for a vigorously active commercial club to drive the event.
Citizenship Sunday on July 2 1916 will see sermons on citizenship in pulpits nationwide. The Federal Bureau of Naturalization promotes education of foreign adults as an initial step in the foreigners education program noted in the Camera.
Evanston reports that Uinta county Democrats, though in a strongly Republican area, organize a large banquet on the 23rd to energize the campaign. They aim to field a strong local ticket and express confidence in victory. The Camera offers best wishes to the Democrats of Uinta county.
Figures from the Assistant Secretary of State show Lincoln County residents leased more auto licenses in May than any other county. Eighty three licenses were issued there, versus 650 in Laramie County which ranked second. Through May 1914 a total of 5250 Wyoming licenses had been issued, including 600 in May and over 4000 in 1936.
Tom Hartney and his wife traveled from Fish Haven to attend to property interests in Idaho. The narrative notes his shift toward hotel business and hints at changes in his ventures, mentioning Kemmerer and the value of a dollar as part of the travel account.
Sullivan and Bickely lead plumbers offering plumbing heating and tinning services with full work and material guarantees. Call 132 for prompt service and estimates.
A driver from Opal lost control en route to the Jacob Walters ranch, struck a barb wire fence, and suffered injuries. He was taken to Opel Saturday then to a Rock Springs hospital, aided by James Petrie. Petrie found Hertagwell in a damaged state and noted ongoing costs near $1700 for repairs.
William E PRC and Fred Chapin fished Coal Creek last Sunday in Bil s Ford. They reported rough Wyoming roads above Sublet and caught 41 nice trout, describing the outing as their main goal.
Mrs PJ Quealy drove to Cokeville Sunday. Sigmund Koba and Alvin Anderson went to Evanston then Ogden for a brief visit. Mrs P A Beck and daughter Kathleen are in from Ogden. Bud Hocker and Ora visited Mra Hocker's mother. Alvin Anderson’s family visiting in Lagan Utah. Clyde Raw from Poasll for a few days. Dr Cunningham returned to Kemmerer from Big Piney after two weeks on business. Mrs Jobo Lawhorn and children from Hilliard visiting Embree this week. Ivan Janes left for Rock Springs. William noted in Pine Dale Circuit. Miss Cusaie Cash toted with brother recently put in a new car.
A boy suffers a wrist injury from a rock fracture while playing with friends but is recovering. Local visits include Mr and Mrs F G Redfield and family in Kemmerer, and Mr. Wm Mosby’s family visiting relatives in Galt Lake. Helen Beech hosts a picnic with siblings, Miss Sisie Bradfield vacationing with Frank Bradfield’s family, and the Ladies Club serves chicken olives and ice cream. Stella Rathbun visits Kemmerer. Wm Jonay travels to Salt Lake. A baby girl arrived June 9 at the Baker home. mother and child reported doing nicely. The community notes cover social visits, outings, a dance, and illness updates.
John Carr of Frontier Wyoming a mining engineer in charge of several coal mines married Miss Louise Hughes of Hanna at the Methodist Church in Hanna Monday evening. Rev E Clower officiated. A large reception followed at the opera house. Best man Thomas Hughes and bridesmaid Miss Anna Lauder. The couple will live at Frontier where Carr has a furnished house ready.
London James Astbury, a High School teacher, was expected to be joined by his father Mrs L Astbury and Miss Nellie Moran the latter part of the week. They left London England weeks ago and visited New York City for several days. The story hints at Mr Astbury’s smiling reaction.
The Right Rev. P. A. McGovern D D of Cheyenne confirmed 57 children and 5 adults at St. Patrick's church in Kemmerer during his Sunday visit. The bishop praised the record confirmations and noted special music during the ceremony.
Quealy announced during a Camera visit that Thorobreds under Aa Cokerine are drawing 60: he attention from the west, echoed by a frost page story from East Lake Tritone last Sunday and identical to the Camera report two weeks earlier. Boo Unrisemas travelled to By last Friday, a return noted. Miss Marguerite is to spend the summer there with Mise Hylphe Bell and Mise Helen Sielmas visiting Bear Lake Beach Sunday.
A fragmented notice from a rural trade column invites woolgrowers to challenge peers on returns for dry sheep pelts. The garbled text references a bank and dates, signaling an industry market update and competitive claim.
Property listing notes a buy S room house in Kemmerer area with two choice lots. Prices shown 61500 and 81000 cash options and monthly payments around 500.00. Listings include Beth and Ants Street references and unspecified residences.
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