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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1921
Page
4
Leonard Wood, Governor General of the Philippines, after touring Japan, says reports of a coming U.S. Japanese war are loose and foolish and claims the Japanese do not want any worse than Americans.
The National Chamber of Commerce argues that Europe faces hunger and currency devaluation, making imports from the United States unaffordable. They contend renewed U.S. engagement in aiding Europe is essential to lift the domestic industrial downturn and restore American prosperity.
New York papers quote Mr Mondell returning to Washington after a month at home. He fears a political upheaval if Republicans fail to enact a prompt legislative program bringing relief to the country. The Metropolis papers report grave concern among constituents over Republican inaction and lack of policy.
A Cheyenne bulletin by the State Dairy Food and Oil Department highlights dairying as a growing Wyoming industry. It cites Star Valley in Lincoln County as a model of progress and notes passage of a state dairy law as a stepping stone to public protection and industry development.
The piece argues Wyoming's fertile valleys suit dairying with cheap roughage, native range, and silos as winter feed. It cites Star Valley in Lincoln County with seven cheese factories and 6000 dairy cows as a model, noting well organized farms and prosperity where dairying thrives. It mentions potential cream cheese ventures in Jackson Hole and Upper Green River Valley.
Editorial denounces eight Republican senators for backing Michigan Senator Newberry, amid a $200000 slush fund in his 1918 primary and missing records. Supreme Court ruling on applicability of the Pure Practices Act did not address merits. Call to remember history of corruption in the chamber.
The Camera five is taxed to get the names of all new subscribers on the mating galleys. It was expected many names would be added but the number exceeded expectations. It is impossible this week to list all new subscribers on the galleys. By next week the work will be complete and every new subscriber will receive the paper.
Lester Pratt of Prontier was elected Noble Grand of the local Odd Fellows lodge at a meeting held last week. He succeeds Joseph P. Siezel who recently left Kemmerer for El Centro California.
M J Sawaya and S jeft Monday for Salt Lake on receiving notice that their brother, George Sawaya of Provo Utah, was operated on for hernia Saturday. George, a member of Loyal Order of Moose lodge No. 1047, is reported as doing nicely.
Jay Quealy of California arrived in Kemmerer with his parents for a brief visit last week. He stayed with his family and friends before returning to manage business affairs in California.
The Dodge trucks of William Shelby and the M and M confectionery store collided yesterday afternoon at the intersection near the Kemmerer Hotel. No serious damage occurred beyond a bent fender and running board on one vehicle, leaving which Dodge is more durable an open question.
Lawman Louie Jones returned from Blainey with two stills as part of Volstead act enforcement. No arrests in Green River Valley yet, but several are expected soon.
Wyoming health officer Tonkin praises local doctors for improving birth and death reporting, noting prior state-law noncompliance due to oversight. Dr. A O Tucker of Diamondville is singled out for his diligence in prompt reporting of births and deaths.
George Easton and Sheriff D C Nakley faced a violent unknown man Sunday night at the Easton home in Gabley. The intruder demanded admittance, was refused, and bit Easton’s finger before a sleep-producing blow silenced him. The stranger later tried to bite the sheriff and was jailed after a hearing on Thursday with a 25 fine. An advertisement among the text promotes Chen Berudalein’s Cough Remedy, noting cold signatures of grip.
Triangle Chatter by QP. Doll offers satirical quips on marriage and women. It cites Mrs. Raber, convicted of conspiracy to kill her husband, claiming she only intended a beating. The piece mocks unsafe acts and urges caution in violence and payments to attackers.
The Diamondville Chapter of the Delphian Society met in Diamondville for the first time this winter with twelve members present. The group studied Ancient Greek history and interest in the circle is growing with attendance expected to rise during the year.
The Sublet No 6 one room school building contract was awarded by the school board to Fagnant brothers for about $1900. Completion is set for November 1 with work to start immediately to open school as soon after that date as possible.
Plett Wilson of the Lincoln County Garage describes a spring rattle problem in old cars and a solution using hardened steel plates on each side of the spring shackle. The plates, held by a nut and cleave, reduce movement and eliminate misalignment, saving time and money by avoiding complete axle or shackle removal.
A window at the Mountain Trade Co. store in Oakley was broken by a rock tossed by youths or a drunken man Sunday night. The impact also damaged a show case. The watchman alerted A. M. King of Diamondville and attempted to locate the culprit but the assailant was likely gone after the lights.
Mr and Mrs C F Fish pioneers of Big Piney sold one ranch unit for 10000 during a city call on Monday and Tuesday They retain nearly a thousand acres along Green River Valley Mrs Fish now handles most business due to her husband's failing eyesight Her lineage ties to local newspaper publishing continues as her brothers practice the craft From Kemmerer they headed to Salt Lake City for a brief stopover.
The Kemmerer resident Charles Piz escaped serious injury when his car overturned near the Glen Coe railroad crossing around 11 pm. A Ford with a broken headlight veered into the path, causing loss of control as three men rode in the vehicle. The car turned over twice, injuring one occupant slightly while the car suffered major damage to fenders radiator spring and roof.
Frank Pfeiffer of the First National bank was away in California when burglars broke into his home, leaving drawers pulled and contents scattered. Mrs. John McNamara found the taken inventory incomplete as residents were away, with entry made through a south window and city officers investigating.
Public sale scheduled for November 25 1921 at 2 PM to settle $3520.28 owed under a 1919 mortgage deed held by P J Quealy trustee. Property includes parts of sections 12 and 18 in Township 33 North Range 119 West and 118 West, with water rights and improvements. County sheriff to conduct sale at Kemmerer town hall.
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