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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1916
Page
4
The article notes Congress approved raising the standing army from 100000 to 160000 amid global war tensions. It argues for readiness and stronger action to gain respect, warning that an unprepared nation invites opposition while peaceful times could have allowed later adjustments.
The Snake River Sentinel editor in Baggs Wyoming recounts his own interview about his daughter born March 14. He asserts it is the finest baby in the world, a claim he admits others may contest yet stands firmly as fact in his view.
Citizens in Firestone Colorado met to nominate a mayor and councilmen. After discussion the voter body unanimously decided to save election costs for taxpayers and declared the nominee elected.
Governors of the twelve federal reserve banks and the reserve board will meet in Washington on April 12 to discuss adopting a standard clearing house system. The conference is expected to yield a nationwide plan where checks could be cashed at par in any section of the United States.
Joel F Longeneker of Lander announces his roadily campaign before the August 22 primaries. The column notes the fast-approaching campaign and calls for men of quality and honest endeavor as newspapers search for credible candidates.
The Mountainwer office had a big week with duties for Stele Game Warden Wil som Chiegate Mewthem to manage this year. Dave authority 0ines the leenaes, Lander Mountainerr notes printing concerns. Brother Wendt assures no worry. Casper attendance at a firing admission is mentioned with both men involved in what happened.
Vague and garbled report notes broad primaries with strong Republican vote. Mentions municipal election in Mustatine ending in Republican landslide. Maine elections show Republican wins and mention of Hubert Humphrey.
Eddie Storke and supporters celebrate that Rome Hurke will stay with the State Humane Society despite an offer to lead Worland Industrial Institute. Hurke’s empathetic approach wins trust from families and children, preserving his vital work in state welfare.
W W Slack, longtime editor and manager, leaves the Cheyenne Leader to become proprietor of the Daily Press in Casper. He had briefly served as editor during Alex Hastie’s absence. Hastie returns to Missouri for a rest, while Slack resumes newspaper work at the Golden Prairie Herald.
Judge W. Metz and Mrs Metz return to Sheridan after an extended two month journey through the east. They visited Mr and Mrs Charles Metz in New York City and Will Metz at Harvard. They also called on friends in Washington DC.
Blyth spent a few days in Evanston and will travel Friday to San Francisco with his daughter and granddaughter Katheryn. He leaves next week for Honolulu, Japan and China and expects to be gone several months. Evanston Proms.
A local Democratic group met last week to arrange a reception and banquet for visiting county committee members attending the May 2 county meeting. Names appointed to organize the event include Holland, H. St. Keon, P. J. Quealy, R. B. Rose and CM. Whitney to arrange details.
A Field Agent from the Department of Agriculture and a veteran supervisor of public instruction in Wyoming visited Kemmerer on Monday last. He has served eight years in Douglas and now holds a five year post with the bureau of statistics. The visit focused on livestock matters and general winter information gathering.
A garbled note alleges a push to broaden influence beyond Republicans mentioning Democrats Socialists Independents and Prohibitionists while disavowing tainted money and referencing Lincolnte Emporka Kansas as a tainted locale.
A fragmented notice describes coats or coverings for lambs sold to a tailor at a price of 1,000 coals. The garb is said to protect the animal yet leave the leg exposed, with mentions of expired laws and possible adoption by local masters, hinting at a spring ceremony or recognition of a figure named Jamesesh.
An analysis from the Boston Bureau notes that paper price increases may reflect wartime shortages. Bleach, chlorine, and pigments rise as paper mills run at capacity, with chemicals up about 50 percent. The piece also profiles Superintendent J B Bareh’s work on state school funding data and district comparisons in Lincoln County.
The Denver Post reports Governor John B. Kendrick of Wyoming donates around $25 daily to socials, dances, athletic events and concerts and contributes to civic funds. His $4,000 yearly salary is dwarfed by these gifts, estimated to exceed his state pay by about $185 annually, while he and Mrs. Kendrick are noted for substantial yearly charitable giving to the needy and sick.
Former U S marshal Frank A Hassell of Rawlins left for New York to aid in locating Bob Meldrum who skipped court for the murder of Cale Bowen of Baggs Wyoming. Meldrum had offered to surrender but provided no solid lead. Hassell forfeited his $18000 bond and the case rests in Carban County court. Delinquent subscribers and locals joke about autos and our town.
A quiet wool market is reported with dealers noting 4 million pounds of business, mainly on foreign sales and domestic wool trades confined to various territories. The market shows a dim tone though manufacturers have taken consignments and many trade members expect continued strength for medium wools.
A fragmented notice urges readers to save old rags for the paper industry. It mentions the Department of restaging and a Commerce plan to connect inquirers with manufacturers. Most people are expected to keep wearing their old clothes while supporting the rag recycle effort.
A terse notice urges interested buyers to contact for property purchase details. It hints at arranging a viewing after a call to confirm terms and availability. No dates or locations are specified. The brief emphasizes direct contact and prompt inquiry.
A weekly roundup lists land patents and warranty deeds filed with the county clerk. Entries cover multiple dates from 1900s to 1916, naming grantor grantee locations sec town range and monetary values, including Cokeville Diamondville Kemmerer and other townships with parcels and prices noted.
In Cokeville last Monday Regier was brought before Judge Bouroe on a charge of stealing about three pounds of wheat. Allen was bound over to the district court in May but could not proceed, and was remanded to custody.
P. J. Quealy departed last evening for Cheyenne to attend the Democratic state central committee meeting which convenes today to decide representation in the state convention and the venue. He will then proceed to New York on business, expecting to be away two or three weeks.
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