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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1909
Page
16
Citizens recall Memorial Day origins and join the Kemmerer community in a Sunday cemetery procession. The event honors soldiers from the Civil War and the late conflict, with the town’s ladies organizing the observance and urging a respectful tribute with flowers for the graves.
The article argues that President Taft’s influence is driving Interior policy, with Gifford Pinchot urged to curb his push for expanded forest reserves. It reports proposals to hold more land within forests and scrutiny from Washington on how lands are added, noting public pressure and calls for clarity on the administration’s forest agenda.
The Kemmerer schools report a successful term with improved student interest and better teacher pay. Miss Kate Smith praised the district, a two year high school term was added, and graduates gain third grade state certificates. Langworthy resigns to finish a BA, Miss Huntoon to become new superintendent, with an opera night fundraiser planned for the schools.
An invitation to Civil and Spanish American War veterans and their families to join the Decoration Day parade. The march will start from the opera house at 10 30 a m on Sunday and proceed along the planned route.
A brief note mentions Bill Harrow turning teetotaler and living in a woodside setting, reflecting in a diary-like regional vignette. The fragment hints at personal change and quiet village life.
The excerpt outlines how two officials will apply a new law at Hanna Court. One official will oversee the salary process while the other will be in charge of clerk functions.
A division decision in Mig Horn County cleared by a 4 to 874 vote. Cody was selected as the new representative for the roundabout market area.
The Demo group signals safety to shelve Hrgan and intends sending him from Nebraska to the United States.
Kemmerer residents prove the town shines in tough times as visiting acts bring crowds. Local venues report strong reception for performers despite prior criticism and mixed reviews.
A damaged OCR fragment notes wives at Nay d Minit terminal ole Saakir lily tev ede ig. Readable specifics are absent, but the item references people and a terminal location in a brief, unclear description.
Community items include social events, visits, and engagements in Kemmerer. Notables such as Mr and Mrs Mills announcing a newborn daughter, marriages in town, and gatherings by the Village Improvement League and Elk Ladies Social Club are reported alongside local business notes and upcoming events.
The city hall receives a new tire apparatus delayed en route and installed to improve fire response. Departments prepare properly with updated equipment and regular meetings, while a social program augments public interest in the system.
An announcement notes the marriage of Aca Des Noblitt to Mr Martha Vera in Kemmerer on Monday with the ceremony at the bride’s mother home in Gothenburg Nebraska. The couple plan to live in Kemmerer after June 15 with many well wishes from friends.
The Commercial July group met Tuesday evening to plan the Fourth of July event. Roy A. Mason presided with Ivan James as secretary. A seven member executive committee including Brandon, Gurdon, Helbig, Hiss, Prichard, Smith and Quealy was named to coordinate arrangements. One member will meet this week to outline plans and assign subcommittees.
The junior troupe directed by Maes W aw and HP Hoyt will stage A Day in Planerdsm an operetta at Hou next Saturday evening. The Judies and children will perform with revitations and singing as part of the program. General admission is charged and all are invited to attend. show cases and jewelry items are offered for sale by F B Curtin in Kemmerer Wyoming.
Local social tidbits report visits by Mirees Dolly and Susie Mason to Mrs. Hawnell and a nearby jewelry shop tenant shift. Gossip mentions illnesses, recoveries, and a scarlet fever case, plus a baseball game between Cumberland and Diamondville ending with a score. Advertising updates and staff movements at businesses are noted, including the Piney le Company and Unhus Pacific slurs.
A light crowd at Kemmerer Opera House on Saturday evening awaited a double feature. A planned bout between Freeeh ttd of Seetta West and Larry Keownef did not proceed, with a late restart unsettled by an agreement. both men compete in the same class though the six-round race will precede the event.
Little William Hogier son of Dr and Mrs B A Hogier contracted scarlet fever after returning from Hook Springs. He is reported improving at home as the family isolates and keeps him from school in Rock Creek while the illness persists.
A partial report states the Ovey Bros. lost about a hundred ewes valued at 63,000 with a month old discovery of a missing herd along the shoal. No further details or witnesses are confirmed.
Fred W Thomas sells half interest in Arends Cafe to E J McHan. The pair plan to lease the current building and open a new restaurant at the same site after renovations. A nearby dental saloon building is noted as the proposed location for the new venture.
D. BR Melvin and Gerteld Iredeis purchased a half interest in the Edison Moving Picture Company and secured the adjacent Lerwil Block building. They plan to operate a theater and facility for people in Alton, with a move scheduled to continue until early June.
A Diamondville column reports a May 2 birth at Daly Hotel and notes local events. The town prepares for school activities, a visit by guests, and upcoming weddings while youth sports and school routines resume as warm weather returns.
In the recent term at Lede court the case of Bowlin versus Lawes arose over a contested brand placement. The privy court heard charges against Bowlin for placing his brand over another’s. The proceedings referenced gunmen and sellers in connection with repairs and alleged failures by the Te.
Fragmentary OCR notice reports a stolen vehicle from a Frontier Wel Te The Public area with a June deadline. It mentions a tavahle and VIN-like sequence and references a Curtis fre entrance and potential suspects or guardians, with unclear details and missing names.
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