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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1913
Page
4
The Kemmerer Camera notes evolving rates for government deposits and interest in Wyoming, critiques Associated Press coverage, and discusses the Kicking Horse tunnel project costing 14 million dollars. It contrasts rail economics with local finance, citing bank lending and school of public policy across states.
The Citizens Primary at Lyceum theater Saturday elected C. W. Brandon for mayor with D. J. Brown and L. B. Halbert as councilmen, all unanimous. H. K. Christmas chaired, R. H. Embree secretary. 100 citizens attended. A statewide school law now requires six months of schooling for districts sharing state tax funds to avoid losing the $300 allotment. rural and some city schools near year end.
Easier financial conditions prompt more active wool trading with manufacturers buying larger quantities from local stocks. Prices are not lower than recent weeks though declines are evident since early ice quotations. Boston dealers report fair activity in new Utah clip and other regions as manufacturers in Owens and Washington bid higher than dealers can pay. growers show minimal changes and small margins from today's faster quotations. Foreign advice remains strong with London auction values steady and European competition active.
At Mondays council meeting Mayor J P Folger announced precinct judges and clerks. Precinct 1 at Gay Hall appoints Judge T B Carnahan and Khan with clerks Miew Guanie Helbig and Bowie Ruthbon. Precinct 2 at Hotel Kemmerer rear on Sapphire street lists Judge Jada a Rosenberg Mott and Christmas with clerks Mrs Albert Kael and Mrs Geo Fairchild.
Lincoln County officials including county attorney and surveyor met in Kemmerer to set the new fiscal plan and discuss county administration. The session reviewed district representatives and outlined forthcoming operations and budgeting steps for the county.
The Kemmerer school election Monday evening approved a $30,000 bond issue for a new school building. Ray A. Mason was reelected clerk to the board. A district exhibit showcased teachers and pupils earning praise from residents.
Four wool buyers have been in Rock Springs this past week observing local markets. The precise identities remain unclear as observers note limited engagement and inconsistent activity among the visiting merchants.
At Cards Mr and Mrs R M Turner entertained a few friends at their Frontier home Wednesday. Guests included Mrs Stelahour and others. A light meal and refreshments followed the visit.
The county commissioners are in session in Kemmerer this week. Mr Erwin arrived from Jackson Hole Sunday evening, Mr O Neil's journey to Kemmerer is on the train, and Mr Peterson arrived Tuesday. No significant items were listed for the morning agenda.
The state of Wyoming Lincoln County shows the sheriff certifies a listing of seven horses seized from the state. The document details each horse by color bearing brands on specific body parts including brown, black, and bay horses with brands noted on hips shoulders thighs and neck.
The Marbleton news notes a meeting of the new bank set for May 10 in Mirltrem. Abbott of the First National Bank of Chayenne bought bank shares. Numerous residents invest in Marbleton real estate with plans for stores, a hardware shop, church improvements, a water system, and a summer school influx.
Viola notes describe Fred Natley and John Thorpson building a house on Ira Halley homestead and Henry Henderson planting acres of grass. George Thornton eyes summer tasks at the Laburie coal mile while John Jameson ranch prep continues. Steppe promotes road work with culverts and repairs. a pleasant home gathering honors Mlededw ine teaching at Viola school. community life includes dancing and a lunch.
Kinnear Denton files for absolute divorce in Lincoln County Wyoming District Court on grounds of desertion and lack of support for over a year. Petition seeks custody and control of three minor children. defendant must answer by June 1 1913 or judgment will be entered. Car Cook, Clerk. Sean Attorney for Plaintiff.
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