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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1917
Page
8
The annual Moose lodge social drew about 90 couples last Saturday at the Lyceum Theatre. Aalt piece orchestra played as members of the entertainment committee are credited with a genuine success.
Louis Gerbitz a noted city saloon keeper is expected to seek approval to erect a second story at his present site. The project aims to transform the whole into a fireproof appearance with the upper level likely a rooming house. A contract to Charles for a new front to the City Drug Store and Kemmerer Hotel sample room plus Bresovacik garage also detailed.
Up to-date Garage manager John Walters has booked 30 Ford orders to meet overwhelming 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 abere game song has become popular with dance loving people in Ops vicinity. The organization held a series of dances on recent Saturdays and the latest event was a clear success. Another dance is planned for the coming Saturday night at the town hall.
John R. Arnold of the Third Judicial District arrived in Kemmerer from Green River for a major case at Green River. Resto Yelich was convicted of murder for shooting Bonduras and assaulting Angi on March 28, 1916. Yelich received a sentence from 30 to 40 years in the penitentiary after a prior term hung jury.
The New Kemmerer theatre announces an amateur night to showcase local talent for a good cause. Participants must report at once with each act limited to 12 minutes for the performances.
Travelers report a 16 mile stretch between McCammon and Montpelier where many loaded cars wait to be hauled to destinations. The blockade is said to be caused by a shortage of engines.
A Kemmerer High School piece notes that the Freshmen lead the interclass rivalry over the Sophomores in basketball with a strong 14 wins over 17 games, claiming 1920 as a standout year. The roster highlights Lowell Smith, Rosenberg, Steinhour, Chas. Fesman, Elmer Young, and Dale Bell as a substitute.
A five room house rolled down the main street on Monday pulled by four horse teams. Once occupied by Mrs Woodhouse, it now belongs to Dave Haddenham and was moved to his lot near the Mormon church.
The Junior MIA of the L D Church announces a hard time party and dance for Friday night. Lunch will be served and dancing along with special stunts will be featured as attractions.
The notice lists community events including a Margaret's Guild Dance hosted by the Ladies of St. James Church and a Monday dance. It mentions an April 13 and 14 High School Carnival at Cook's Pavilion as activities of social interest during the period.
Alfred Weber of Fontenelle visited Kemmerer last Saturday while B. Long worked at Cokeville Mercantile. Numerous residents and visitors are noted across town from March events to surgery updates and new arrivals. A Japanese appendicitis case at Lincoln County Miners Hospital is reported as recovering.
Jaman Wilkes leaves for a 10 day vacation at St Charlen and many residents report travel, illnesses, and hospital visits. Carrie Elliott tests for appendicitis, Mrs. Stock arrives from Salt Lake City, and Miss Skinner suffers a rusty ankle injury.
The Associated Charities of Kem Merer formed last Tuesday evening at the local M FE Parsonage with several attendees. A second meeting was held yesterday at Mrs. Stanley Brammer’s home to discuss the group’s mission to aid the poor by receiving clothing and food donations.
Dan Creadon, held in county jail for months over a fall shooting incident, appeared before Judge Arnold and pleaded not guilty to assault with felonious intent. He was released on 500 bond to await the May term, with two local men pledging. Ray Miller and Chas Hooper, accused of robbery at Miners' Exchange saloon, also pleaded not guilty to burglary and aim to fight the case, bound over to district court on 1000 bond. efforts to secure bondsmen failed.
Mrs. Lawrence Miller announces a complete new line of ladies coats, suits, dresses and silk waists arriving every ten days. She urges customers not to miss the card lot and promises quality selections.
Mrs Lawrence Miller announces a formal opening of her millinery shop this week on March 21 22 and 24. New stock will be on display and customers are welcomed to visit and be served.
Attorney Ivan Jones returned from a trip to Big Piney Tunaday. He attended a Sunday meeting of prominent citizens at Big Piney where a Good Roads association was organized. 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 by Sheriff McMinn after wandering through Kemmerer in an apparent weak minded episode. He had traveled from Cumberland and was found near Fossil by Fossil residents who alerted authorities.
Weather remains mild after a fall storm in the Fall River Basin. Ray Sharpitt traveled to Green River after a brief stay at the home of Mr and Mrs Frank Wilhelm. The Robinson Brother firm is busy delivering mail while Kewle and Rothe performed unsatisfactory dental work for B P Bondurant. Snowshoeing opportunities attract residents. Mr and Mrs Frank Wilhelm visited F and Van Vleck this week.
For subscribers who renewed for the Camera and took the magazine offer the process moves through several hands causing delays. Once started the subscription covers the full year so if magazines do not arrive wait a month before registering a complaint. Business Manager.
Saturday entries include W. E. Dwyer and J. S. Heppner of Rock Springs, L. Buck of Hamfork, B. F. Annis of Salt Lake City, John Keb ler of Cumberland. Monday lists W. B. Mille of Big Piney and Arthur Robinson of Hamefork.
A Cokeville pet dog acted strangely and attacked several children, chasing them into a house. A Tex Taylor child was bitten on the leg, but medical care prevented serious harm. This marks the county's second rabies case in ten days, following a rabid coyote killed near Sage last week.
The next regular examination for teachers will be held at Kemmerer Afton Thayne Big Piney and Jackson Wyoming on March 29 30 and 31 1917. Dated at Kemmerer Wyoming ae Maenh 1 mare Magee P Nicholson County Superintendent.
Taxpayers are notified that as of January 1 1917 taxes became delinquent. An eight percent penalty is added and eight percent interest accrues from January 1 1917 and will continue to accumulate until paid. Gilbert Taysom County Treasurer.
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