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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1916
Page
12
A reader advocates an eternity deposit plan for St James Church to fund annual interest for repairs music and clergy support. The idea would keep principal intact while providing a lasting memorial benefiting future generations and local church independence.
In Kemmerer Spice a July event features a local dramatic sketch at Nok Springs and a two day Montpelier celebration. The highlight is a public marriage ceremony offered to any couple, with twenty seven local firms pledging wedding gifts. Activities include a patriotic program, broncho busting, a ball game, a picture show and a large evening dance.
Oakley news covers family moves and hospital stays including Mrs Painter's recovery. It notes job changes at Diamond Coal and Coke Co and visits by Joe Bird family. There is emphasis on Fourth of July celebrations with committees, fireworks, parades led by the Oakley Silver Cornet Band, dances, and a resolve to win future ball games.
The North American Federation of Musical Locals adopts memorial resolutions for John Nelson of Kemmerer Wyoming. The text expresses sorrow for his death and offers condolences to his family and relatives While noting his faithfulness and skill as a member. A copy is sent to the departed’s family and records of Local 665 and the International.
The article recounts multiple early 20th century weddings and engagements around Kemmerer Wyoming. It notes English arrivals, wartime experiences, forthcoming nuptials for Katherine Hall and Dr Loyd Kindall, and a local couple Mr and Mrs Astbury planning to settle in Kemmerer.
Spotts were united in marriage at the home of Mrs. Jennie Tischborne, sister to Mrs. Spotts. They plan a month of visiting and camping before housekeeping on a ranch in the tonwood country near the Big Piney hotel, where they have stayed for eighteen months. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C. A. Hawley.
Mrs R Evans is ill while Lewis Sanders returns home with Miss Anna to visit. The Ladies Club met June 22 at Mrs A F Laley’s. Two men were injured in a mine last week. one died, the other recovering. Carlaon sprained knee on injured list. Mrs Dave Faddies hosts her mother for a few weeks. Preparations for a big celebration on the 4th. Infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Baker very ill but improving. Kemmerer visitors Mrs Frank Bradfield and Mrs A F Laley. Families paid a dying visit to Frontier Sunday at R Evans home. Wm Mosby drove to Salt Lake Saturday and brought his family back Monday.
Mrs J F Olson and Mrs J B Jensen entertained at the Olson home on Brooks avenue with a four hour 500 and bridge party for Mrs M F Naylin of Kemmerer Wyoming and Mrs L Northcutt of Coalville Utah. The decor featured pink roses and guests enjoyed lunch at the small tables after the games.
WM. E. PITT The Reliable Plumber offers plumbing and heating services with guaranteed work and prompt timing. Contact information suggested by the ad highlights a phone line for service inquiries and scheduling.
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