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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1917
Page
18
The Moose lodge annual dance drew about 90 couples last Saturday at the Lyceum Theatre. A top band provided music for the event and the entertainment committee earned compliments for a genuine success.
Louis Gerbitz, a well known saloon keeper, is expected to secure approval to erect a second story on his present business site. The planned building would resemble a new fireproof structure with an upper floor likely to serve as a rooming house. A contract was awarded to Charles for a new front to the building housing the City Drug store and the Kemmerer Hotel sample room, and for the construction of Frank Bresovacik's new garage.
Up-to-date Garage manager John Walters reports 30 Ford orders awaiting delivery in a few weeks due to high demand. In the past week Walters sold seven Fords to customers including J. M. Faddies Cumberland Wm. Graham Opal Dr. W. A. Hocker Kemmerer Dr. R. H. Sanders Kemmerer Paul Kukoy Cumberland San Hartel Cumberland and Ted Kirkwood Diamondville.
The Social Thirty dance event in Ops and vicinity thrives with a string of Saturday night sessions. The latest evening drew strong attendance and another dance is planned for next Saturday at the Mow Town Hall.
John R. Arnold of the Third Judicial District arrived in Kemmerer from Green River to preside over District Court. The main case is Resto Yelich charged with murder in the March 28, 1916 death of Bonduras after Yelich allegedly attacked Annie Angi and shot Bonduras. Yelich surrendered. juries previously deadlocked but at the latest term he was sentenced to 30 to 40 years in the penitentiary.
The New Kemmerer theatre announces an amateur night to showcase local talent. Participants must report immediately, with each performance limited to 12 minutes to benefit the audience and the program.
Travelers report a 16 mile stretch between McCammon and Montpelier where many loaded cars wait to be hauled to destinations. The line is unbroken with produce filled cars. A shortage of engines is blamed for the blockade.
Freshman team claims dominance in interscholastic basketball over Sophomores with a 14 3 record this season. Players listed include Lowell Smith Rosenberg Steinhour Fesman Young and Dale Bell as substitute.
A five room dwelling, pulled by four horse teams, slid down the main street Monday. Once Mrs Woodhouse’s, the house is now owned by Dave Haddenham and moved to his lot near the Mormon church.
The Junior division of the M I A at the L D Church plans a hard time party and dance for Friday night. Lunch will be served for a charge and dancing will be featured with special stunts as attractions.
The Note mentions Margaret's Guild Dance at St James Church and a High School Carnival at Cook's Pavilion. It notes social events starting in April and invites listing future gatherings in the volumes. The item reflects community calendars with dates in mid April and early event planning.
Alfred Weber from Fontenelle visited Kemmerer last Saturday. Long works at Cokeville Mercantile. Hi W. Smith left to manage stock on the range. Oscar Peterson arrived from Greer River ranges. Mrs. Hocker to host Guild event March 29. Dr. Van Cott left Diamondville for Salt Lake City. A baby girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Shrope. Shrope is signal maintainer here.
Local residents head to vacations and visits from Jaman Wilkes to St Charles and Upen returning from Po citelio with many stopping by coal towns. Officials note snowfall totals in nearby states and hospital stays for appendicitis while teachers, ranchers, and businesspeople move about Kemmerer venues and Salt Lake City trips.
The Associated Charities of Kemmerer formed last Tuesday evening at the local M E church parsonage with several attendees. A later meeting was held at Mrs. Stanley Brammer’s home to plan aid for the poor by collecting clothing and food from donors.
Dan Creadon appeared before Judge Arnold and entered a not guilty plea to assault with felonious intent after several months in county jail following a fall shooting incident. He posted $500 bond for May term court appearance. Ray Miller and Chas Hooper also pleaded not guilty to burglary charges and were bound over to district court with $1000 bonds but failed to secure sureties by last night.
Mrs. Lawrence Miller announces a complete new line of ladies coats suits dresses and silk waist outfits arriving every ten days and invites shoppers to see the card lot for fresh installments.
Mrs Lawrence Miller announces a formal opening of her millinery shop this week on Wednesday March 21. New stock will be on display and customers are welcome to visit and be served at the store.
Attorney Ivan Jones returned from a trip to Big Piney Tunaday and attended a Sunday meeting where prominent citizens organized a Good Roads association. The group aims to build better roads between Big Piney and Opal and between Big Piney and Kemmerer.
Tom Newbold of Quinderland was taken into custody yesterday morning by Sheriff McMinn after an apparent attack of mental instability. Newbold, described as weak minded, had wandered from Cumberland and traveled toward Fossil before authorities were alerted.
Bondurant notes clear skies in the Fall River Basin after a big storm. Ray Sharpitt traveled to Green River following a few days at the home of Mr and Mrs Frank Wilhelm. The Robinson Brothers are busy delivering mail while Kewle and Rothe faced a failed dentistry assignment for B P Bondurant yesterday. Snowshoeing gains popularity with many taking part. Mr and Mrs Frank Wilhelm visited F and Van Vleck residence this week.
For subscribers who renewed the Camera and took advantage of the magazine offer the process takes longer as the subscription passes through several hands. Once it starts the full year is covered but delays may occur. If magazines do not arrive wait at least a month before registering a complaint.
From Hotel Registers Saturday W E Dwyer of Rock Springs J S Heppner of Rock Springs L Buck of Hamefork B F Annis of Salt Lake City John Keb ler of Cumberland Monday W B Mille of Big Piney Arthur Robinson of Hamefork
A Cokeville pet dog injured several children, including Tex Taylor’s child, after acting strangely last week. Medical care was prompt and expected to prevent serious consequences. A rabid coyote was killed near Sage the prior week, marking a second rabies case in the county within ten days.
The next regular examination for teachers will be held in Kemmerer Afton Thayne Big Piney and Jackson Wyoming on March 29 30 and 31 1917. Dated at Kemmerer Wyoming signed Magee P Nicholson County Superintendent.
On January 1 1917 taxes became delinquent and an eight percent penalty is added along with eight percent interest from January 1 which will accumulate until paid Gilbert Taysom County Treasurer announces the official notice to taxpayers.
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