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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1916
Page
8
County Attorney Marshall Reg is leading an effort to curb illegal liquor sales by auditing those involved and issuing warrants. Recent actions target both operatives selling from homes and those selling beer and whiskey in various parts of the county. Fines are hoped to deter offenders and protect legally licensed saloons paying state and local fees.
The Upper Green River Valley cattle and horse association formed at L. H. Hennick ranch near Pinedale to gain advisory board input in range administration. J. H. Hennick elected president with K. J. Laman as vice president and L. H. Hennick Abner Laman A. P. Sommers Wm. Woods W. W. Luce named to the advisory board. Resolutions oppose new game preserves and seek Roverment bounty plan for wolves killed.
The State of Wyoming Lincoln County District Court Probate notices grant administration for Mike Hegerts estate on March 15, 1926. Creditors must present claims with vouchers to Public Administrator Sarl Conk at Kemmerer Lincoln County Wyoming within one year from the letter date, or be forever barred.
Eight Hour Day will be marked next Saturday as a holiday in district coal mines. Locals prepare for celebrations honoring the eight hour workday, a goal won after a long fight. In 42 states laws now set eight hours as a day for state employees and many other workers. Wolf mining laws recognize eight hours as the day for underground mines and related work. Programs are planned in various camps with field events, speeches, and a Union hall dance at Front Street.
Wm Newbrough a longtime Uinta county surveyor has moved to Kemmerer last fall and opened an office in the Downey building. He is well known across southwestern Wyoming and Lincoln county for laying out Kemmerer and for surveying work on mines and water projects including the Covey canal near Cokeville. He has drawn many maps for Lincoln County and served as United States civil engineer and ASCE member, including a three term presidency.
State game departments of Utah, Wyoming and Idaho join Forest Service to reorganize and work under a new cooperative plan. Forest wardens from several states serve unpaid, compiling annual reports on game numbers, conditions, and trends across Tetons, Palisades, and southern forests. In 1915 elk, deer, mountain sheep and goats are tallied, with notes on increases and protections, while other regions show variable counts and calls for better enforcement and public support.
The Kemmerer Boy Scouts under Mr James Calverley organized two patrols named the Wolf and the Stag. In a non military, teaching frame, they hosted a lunch with cake, sandwiches, and cocoa at the Episcopal church basement raising about 14 dollars for the troop as parents and townspeople supported their efforts.
In Pinedale Sunday Dan Creedon from Green River was involved in a shooting incident during an attempted arrest near Piney and lost use of an arm. Slim expected to go to Kemp, with court week starting where damages are sought against the party responsible.
Town marshal announces that dog licenses for 1918 are due and may be obtained from the marshal. Unlicensed dogs found at large will be impounded and disposed of as required by law. The tag on the collar will show tax payment. Alvin W. Anderean, town marshal.
Fragmented OCR text mentions pelts and prices and a return card. Likely a broken ad noting Wyoming preference and health, urging contact for better results and banking references.
High School notes describe a late season basketball rivalry, the Generals versus Commercials, with a 4 to 3 lead then 6 to 6 at halftime before darkness halted play. A resumption produced a 2 to 2 draw, Loretta Thomas scoring the deciding goal in the second game. Upcoming matches feature Commercials vs Domentica and Generals vs Classicals, with local staff and Palmer Method demonstrations noted.
When you feel dull and stupid after eating. When constipated or bilious. When you have a sick headache. When you have sour stomach. When nervous or dit. When you have no for your meals. When your liver is torpid. Obtainable everywhere.
Sullivan and Biikely lead plumbers with plumbing heating and tinning services. All work and materials guaranteed. Phone 132.
Public notice lists a 1914 land claim by Thomas Thomas of Granger Wyoming for the east half of section 32, township 30 north range 112 west with final proof due. It also records the appointment of Yvan S. Jove Special Administrator for the estate of Julia Cirel, deceased, and requires creditors to file claims within six months, warning they must be time barred after the period.
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