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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1909
Page
6
Nov 18 1008 report notes cattle ranchers see rising value in beef, with Charley Noble of Big Bear selling 40 top steers at 85.70 each netting 685 dollars per head, from 263 head totaling 47.20 each for steers. Cow sales average 3443 each as demand for western pasture fed wool grows and grain prices rise, aiding eastern feeders.
A. B. Morrison’s homestead entry faced challenge by Harry Price on non residence grounds. Morrison, a conductor for Oregon Short Line with Povatel lo HQ, moved family onto the land and wife resided while he worked away. Local officials dismissed the contest and the commissioner upheld that a wife’s residence suffices when the husband must work to support and improve the home.
A garbled notice describes a proposed candy factory in the county led by B Hillwell with Gregan in charge. It highlights confectionery expertise and promises of fresh candy at reasonable prices. Readers are urged to view samples and place orders.
A woman charged with selling liquor at her home without a license is scheduled to appear in Cumberland Saturday afternoon. The case will attract interest as authorities pursue a liquor sale without proper permit and will detail the surrounding circumstances.
Fragmentary notes describe elk heads and trophies prepared for a lodge. Mentions Teeslying SS, new game, and Colonel Tecipleutot Roder, with reference to symetrical elk head mounted and sent to an old lodge home as a memory.
The elder son of Frank Ball was accidentally shot while out with his brother last week. The gun misfire struck the youth, who died instantly. Burial service was held Thursday morning as Mr and Mrs Hall receive sympathy from many friends.
Firemen press for higher wages with a hearing requested before railroad managers. Meanwhile the Arington Comedians receive strong notices for performances in Richmond, Cumberland, and Diamondville with a tour including Lyman and a Denver season.
Joe Sioan, recently made a tulte bone at Kemmerer Coal Company’s Sublet camp, famed as a veterinary surgeon, saved a mine horse with a seven inch wind pipe wound after a decision to kill it. He sewed the gash, the animal recovered and returned to health. Services announced at M K Church Sunday 7:20 p.m. with Florence Caea to sing, Rev W H Calfee pastor. Also Methol Church service at 7 p.m. with pastor hoping all may enjoy the experience.
The First National Bank of Kem is authorized to collect Uinta County taxes and issue proper receipts for the payments.
A notice from the Secretary of State echoes a request in Wyoming to form a company. It mentions Cakeville Cabeoming and values connected to a capital stock and legal steps under state law. The fragmentary text reflects filings and intentions for corporate existence and governance within the state.
Local column recounts daily life and business in Kemmerer and surrounding towns. Mentions Piney, Frontier Supply, Golden Rule Stores, men’s hats, Christmas gifts, dances at the Opera House, visits from Glenn H. Morton and others, and notes on ranches, grazing, and mail from Washington.
Fragmented notice describes Justin Pomeroy and his bride visiting town on Thursday for ranch work near Diamondville. A jewelry store incident is noted with a witness, while Mary K appears in a separate legal context. The report mentions Judge E E and Moon, with references to Piesdale country and Mountain Trading Co in Diamondville.
109 tons of wild hay for sale at Sam Adama ranch on Hamefork. Notice to Teachers of Ulate County. The regular examination for teachers certificates will be held at Kemmerer on Friday at 9 o'clock a.m. Pens, ink and blotter provided. Dated October 28, 1908. Kate Smith, County Supt.
A partial, unreadable OCR fragment mentions a city and an event at an unspecified time. The legible bits reference a local group or team and a possible meeting or game occurring in the city, though details are unclear.
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