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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1920
Page
12
The La Barge Dry Piney district and Kemmerer are seen as key centers in solving the nation’s oil crisis. Lincoln County is praised for potential development to relieve crude shortages, while Standard Oil warns conservation and limits to curb wasteful spending.
The retirement of General Pablo Gonzalez as a presidential candidate leaves Alvaro Obregon secure. Obregon, wealthy from Sonora farming, is described as honest and courageous with a large following, making him a formidable opponent. The Times notes Obregon would be regarded in the United States as the strong man needed to stabilize and industrialize Mexico.
Courtland Smith of New York, head of the American Press association, told a senate investigating committee that the country faces annihilation by profiteers. The remark followed his appearance with others seeking relief. The Newark News notes the era’s concern with high living costs and profiteer influence, while the Coca-Cola region press cites similar worries about the cost of living and jail fugitives.
The Literary Digest national poll totals show Wood Johnson and Hoover amid leaders with Wood in front of Johnson and Hoover. McAdoo rises steadily, La Follette gains, and the latest standings place Wood, Johnson, Hoover, Lowden, and McAdoo among the top figures with regional variations. Local notes report a new high school building program in Kemmerer with a $75,000 expense and Editor Baker’s election as mayor.
Lindaey Faddis suffers dislocated shoulder and skull fracture after automobile crash in Salt Lake City Sunday. Letter to Billie Thomas from Sub jet reports grave initial prognosis, later said to be resting easy and expected to recover. Faddis known in southwestern Wyoming. former Diamondville marshal and Uinta County deputy sheriff.
Laramie Scribe editor F. S. Burrage of the Laramie Republican writes an editorial extolling Kemmerer. He notes the town's wideawake air, strong newspapers, and attractive public notices. He mentions Kemmerer schools and the state superintendent Jon KE. Burch and assures readers of prudent staffing and progress.
Green River Star reflects on changing times as the street whip and boyhood rides fade away. Autos replace horse and buggy with passengers often accepted as a social norm. Drivers cite advertising value and friendly attitudes as reasons for giving rides, noting a calmer era and different temperaments.
Notice from Lincoln County Wyoming treasurer that on July 2, 1917 The Glen Investment Company purchased tax delinquent real estate in Lincoln County. Property includes Lots 1 2 and portions of section 1 42 115 with redemption period ending August 25 1920. if not redeemed by then treasurer will issue a Treasurer's Tax Deed.
Notice announces purchase of real estate at tax sale and application for issuance of Treasurer’s deed. It lists the Office of Treasurer for Lincoln County Wyoming and references names and locations, including a recipient in Salt Lake City, with dates and details partially obscured in the text.
Public tax deeds advertised for delinquent 1916 taxes. Properties include SW quarter of NE quarter and E half of NW quarter in Section 21, Township 44, Range 118, and SE quarter of Section 35, Township 35, Range 119. Buyers: The Glen Investment Company. redemption deadline August 25–26, 1920. authorized by E. W. Anderson.
People learn that internal medicine for chronic rheumatism is a waste of time and money. About 99 of 100 cases respond to external relief. Apply Chamberlain's Liniment freely for relief. It costs 25 cents per bottle, large size 60 cents.
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