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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1907
Page
2
Multiple earthquakes shook Leobet Avetro Hunmry and surrounding areas on May 1 with no observed damage. Reports describe tremors felt across various regions, with scattered injuries and a few arrests linked to ensuing disturbances. No clear unified casualty count. authorities assess aftershocks and safety measures.
The imperial conference concluded amid mixed reactions with premiers voicing dissatisfaction over imperial legislation aims. Laurentian figures like Laurier supported government stance against preferential trade, while Deakin urged a broader monopoly warning. Newfoundland's Sir Robert Bond pressed the fishery issue, but the British host declined action, prompting protest.
Substantial progress toward forming a jury to try William Haywood for the alleged murder of Frank Steunenberg was made in Boise Idaho on Tuesday. The courthouse crowd fluctuated as questions and examinations continued in a tense session with Haywood and his counsel actively involved.
London reports a historically uncertain European wheat outlook as farmers weigh reactions to supply, trade, and price shifts. The text notes potential impacts on harvest timelines and policy responses, with mentions of Germany, Russia, and other markets. No specific figures or dates are clearly readable in the fragment.
Judge Browster states that Congress may legislate only on matters specifically enumerated in the Constitution and that federal power over irrigation of arid lands is not an enumerated power. The Kansas Colorado case signals potential challenges to federal reclamation projects and could impact private interests tied to water allocation on the Colorado and Snake rivers.
San Francisco streetcars ran on six lines staffed by 350 strike breakers from 8 am to 4 and 7 pm under heavy guard. Police intervened in several incidents while calmed protests occurred. Some riders faced penalties and a few injuries were reported as workers clashed with authorities.
An early Monday incident at a rural rail yard near Lina Obla involved a freight crew moving a locomotive with a key engineer and two linemen aboard. The engineer reportedly defied orders, leading to a fatal collision as the train struck a damaged section and derailed, killing several workers and injuring others. Investigators from the county courthouse and railroad safety board will examine the sequence, with a deputy noting the crew faced a dangerous excursion despite warnings.
Bal Lake plant restarted operations at 7 o clock Monday morning after dispatching 100 workers and bringing in Austrian laborers. Most locals did not report for duty. a large turnout appeared by 4 PM. The incident involved Wade and Wadeen, with a narrowly averted outcome.
A volatile Chicago Board of Trade session saw July and September wheat up sharply, with December options rising as traders flooded the market. County orders poured in, brokers geared to buy millions of bushels, while selling interest lagged as nerves ran high and buyers dominated the pit. Strong demand echoed from Winnipeg, Louisiana, and distant markets along telegraph lines.
Nashua NJ reports a state initiative appointing two women as sheriffs to strengthen enforcement of cruelty to animals and children. Jennie Powers of Kent and Miss Kendall of Nashua will carry heavy caliber authority, using cameras to document cases and drive arrests.
A Spokane freight conference at Hi and Harriman systems offices drew high officials to discuss reductions in grants and mercantile info. The event highlighted tensions between Detroit shipbuilding and regional rail lines, with reports of injuries to several attendees and references to troubled passenger car construction for Detroit and Cleveland Naviga tion.
Opening day of William D Haywood's trial in Boise Idaho proceeds without incident or crowd fuss. Family presence, quiet juror examination, and questions about influence of high profile speeches frame a measured start as proceedings adjourn to Monday.
A floating body in Hear tle appears to be the drowned young lawyer Robinson Weight Rohiown. The corpse lies decomposed on the surface, and identification is not yet confirmed. He was last seen farewell at the Line Beweh in bathing attire.
Petersburg correspondent reports the foiled terrorist plot involving eighty conspirators who planned a multi group attack on Tsarskoe Selo during Easter. The investigation began with 34 men arrested on Good Friday, leading to wider detentions and discovery of incriminating documents.
A Southern Pacific coast line express wrecked between 2 and 4 PM Sunday near Surf five miles south of Lompoc California. A wheel failed causing the locomotive to jump the track and overturn. Thirty two passengers were killed and around twenty injured. The train carried Shrine visitors from Los Angeles to the east. Coaches were scorched and scattered. passengers were flung from cars and many burned or scalded.
Thousands watch in Santa Monicas as two men drown after their gasoline launch capsizes off Heena par Sunday. A San Pedro man struggles to stay afloat while the crowd of 8,000 watches tidal undertow push victims from view. efforts to reach the craft fail and bodies are recovered.
A destructive blaze in Durango Mexico killed ninety people and injured many more. Firefighters battled flames after a wall collapse trapped workers at a facility in the Tenaris complex late Friday night. Rescue teams retrieved bodies as authorities investigated the cause amid chaotic scenes and rising casualty figures.
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