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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1921
Page
4
The Camera clarifies a prior article urging Big Piney and Daniel to unite for the county seat choice. The piece, written during a three week period, may have misrepresented views and was published without full knowledge. The editor apologizes to readers in both Big Piney and Daniel and aims for fairness in the new county’s decision.
Secretary of State Charles E Hughes praised World War mobilization as a defense of liberty and anti tyranny. He quoted Ambassador Harvey but asserted the aim was not fear or self preservation, rather devotion to freedom and democratic institutions amid global conflict.
A Salt Lake Tribune editorial chides Republicans in Washington for clinging to campaign promises. It notes discharges of wartime government workers slow and cites Senator Smoot predicting tax increases. The piece argues peace and tax relief are unlikely while partisan battles persist back home and in the departments.
Secretary of the Treasury Mellon proposes a refunding bill granting authority to exchange U S government obligations held for those of any foreign government. He argues Allied debts from England France and Italy could be swapped for German obligations, despite likely Congressional opposition.
The Ameri can Legion smoker honored Arthur Calverley with a lively event at Lyceum hall featuring bouts between William Davis and Frank Taylor, Russ Roberts and Russ Edmands, and Frank Taylor against Bill Whitcomb. Toastmaster Dr. Goff and Post Commander Calverley spoke, praising the entertainment and Calverley's service prospects in Cheyenne.
President Harding appoints Charlee G Dawes of Chicago as Director of the Budget describing him as well qualified with broad business experience. Dawes previously served under Wilson in France supplying AEF purchases and once faced a Senate committee with forthright profanity. The article notes Dawes was appointed by Harding, not Congress, and emphasizes the budget office as a strong executive post.
A social meeting is announced at the Methodist church on June 29 with the body welcoming all attendees. John B Williams serves as pastor.
A fragmentary COLUMN of humorous quips and aphorisms riffs on crime, love, alimony, fashion, and social quirks. Witty jabs target judges, marriages, husbands, wives, and polite hypocrisy amid chaotic slang and stray puns.
The local ball team has a busy schedule with games each Sunday for six weeks or more. Manager Wright and club president Doctor Ig have worked hard to provide Sunday entertainment for residents as they face top teams in Wyoming and Idaho, with many games set on outfield fields in July around Kemmerer.
Kemmerer prepares for a home game against Cumberland with a strong rebuilt lineup and determination. Rock Springs visits July 10, followed by a July 17 home clash versus Evanston as fans expect a Kemmerer victory on their grounds.
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