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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1916
Page
15
The Camera pledges to print news first and avoid undue editorials. It aims to build community life, discourage factionalism, and promote unity and cooperation while maintaining a non partisan yet democratic political stance. The editor expresses faith in President Wilson and urges civil discourse.
Watt Brandon states he sold all interests in The Kemmerer Camera to Mr. BR Rose. All subscriptions due or unpaid May 2 are payable to the new owner at his office, who will forward past due papers until expiration. Advertising and commercial printing payments remain due to Brandon. He plans to stay until a new manager is found and can be reached at his address until fall.
The piece criticizes the reckless devices behind an Irish uprising and questions what their aims could have been. It notes Ragland's heavy garrison and warns that harsher measures against rebel prisoners may soon pass, reflecting on public sentiment and consequences for Ireland.
In a curious account the Ridgely area is linked to a sensational robber case. The report mentions a sensational spree attributed to a bandit once linked to Curtisie and the pursuit by authorities. Details are unclear but the piece emphasizes public interest and international attention.
The May issue of Jabs from Howling State penitentiary asks what it takes to be sent to state road camps. It promises $24 reward for catching anyone who runs from camps this summer and urges inmates to prove they can make good.
Attorney General A Preston was a visitor in Kemmerer on Saturday to meet Mrs Prest who was returning from a visit to attend the roade meeting at Afton last Monday. Doug has many friends in the area and the writer notes Preston’s political stance aligns with President Wilson on German and Mexican affairs and expects a strong vote in his favor.
Demi editor of the Tribune travels from Pune to the East and is currently in Maysville Kentucky visiting relatives at Mt Olivet. He will attend Cochran forum and a Lewington route powwow from New York to Kentucky. In Washington he met Senator Warren Justice VanOrdtale and Wyoming delegates in the capital colony.
Fragmentary notice reports the death of John A Buating in San Francisco on May 1. It mentions a former property owner who sold a large Cottonwood ranch months ago and notes his extensive business dealings before death.
The Wyoming Republican convention in Lincoln County drew broad turnout with former party members back in line. Fred H. Blame led the congressman candidacy, Boss C. Hart presided, and John Dillon of Lander gave the keynote. Patrick Sullivan as state chair organized Lincoln County representation. Delegates to the national convention include John Hay, D. E. Hollister, Ralph Denio, C. L. Hinkle, Thos Sneddon, and Patrick Sullivan. alternates include Mrs. L. C. Harnsberger and others. Senator Clarence O Clark addressed the evening session on national issues before adjournment and a reception at the Cheyenne Industrial Club with refreshments and entertainment.
A dialog contrasts a doctor urging rest and a busy merchant resisting. The piece ends by asserting baseball remains active and unaffected, underscoring persistence of sport amid pressures.
The Oregon Short Line announces retirement of David Durley after 37 years and Daniel K. Spencer’s promotion to assist general passenger agent. C E Burley resigns as line chief clerk after four decades, with A J Pierce named to lead the Montana Wrab Division. A May 7 shipping trains to Yellowstone and Cathcart’s remarks reflect long intermountain service.
The Democratic State convention in Casper chose Governor Kendrick to head Wyoming's delegation to the national convention. Delegates included Victorson Hot Springs Carpenter Laramie Peter Weston Cahs Johnson OConnor Natrona with alternates from Dig Horn Taliaferro water Spriggs Fremont Farlow Park Nisbet Uinta and Mary Bellamy. Presidential electors listed were Shelton Fremont Jordan Laramie and Tellaferro Sweetwater with Clark Cheyenne as chair. The meeting, led by Hopkine, adjourned after Kendrick was praised though not present. Delegates totaled 116 with full county representation except Campbell.
Senior hosts Miss Della Roddy and Loretta Thomas entertained classmates at Loretta’s home with games and lavish refreshments including strawberries and whipped cream. A Sophomore party followed at the high school with dancing and a backward theme, led by Principal Davie and music by girl performers until Mr. Jennings’ arrival.
On Sunday Jim Harrison a former Lincoln county deputy sheriff captured G C Whited near the Graham ranch about 22 miles from Big Piney after Whited had escaped from a Lander jail ward. Harmison aided in the capture and Whited was jailed in Kemmerer awaiting Sheriff Gaylord from Lander. A $250 reward had been posted for Whited.
Folger meets local residents during a short stay with political leaders and officials including Evanston visitors. The party, led by J P Folger, boards and travels along the Reading line with accompanying figures such as Alex Ray and B N Matthews before returning home.
Two boys aged 13 and 12, Horace Harris and Mike Lupsche, were accused of petty larceny at a Frontier mine last week and into this week. They allegedly stole brass in growing amounts and sold it to an Idaho junk dealer, while workers reported mounting losses and noted the missing brass.
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