Faith in Lincoln County Oil Prospects Rise
Mr Thomas Freebury returned from a southern California trip reporting faith in Lincoln County oil within the Davison Dome and Waterfall districts. A Nash roadster crash near Kemmerer destroyed the car. Freebury was injured but recovered. In Davison Dome a 25 barrel high grade oil flow was tapped at 1875 feet, in a pocket above the Twin Peak formation.
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Thomas Freebury
Los Angeles
California
Hory
Hollingsworth
Kemmerer
Nash
Echo Canyon
Freebury
Lincoln County
Davison Dome
Waterfall
Gulf Coast
Texas
Twin Peak
Park City
Mississippi
Oklahoma
Wyoming
Morgan Makes Strong Appeal for Farmer Labor
James Morgan of the Farmer-Labor Party spoke to a Kemmerer audience at Cook's Pavilion in a quiet, convincing address. He outlined labor movement aims, praised the American system, and urged vote as a means for reform, acknowledging he might not win but stressing education and reform priorities.
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James Morgan
Farmer-Labor Party
Congress
Frank W. Mendet
Kemmerer
Cook's Pavilion
Morgan
Harry M. Fox
State Federation of Labor
Willis Winn
Glencoe
Kemmerer Band
Thom
Bai
Mtriotichan
Auinet
Mr. Morwan
Wil
Wade Fowler for Wyoming Congress
A Wyoming political tribute praising Wade Fowler as a young, able and progressive candidate. It highlights his 21 years in state life, including service as Douglas Land Office register, defends him against eastern plutocrats, and urges laborers, farmers, stockmen and bankers to vote for him for a fair square deal in Congress.
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Wyoming
Wade Fowler
Yellowstone Park
Mondell
Jackson Hole
Jackson
Register
Douglas Land Office
Fowler
Congress
Washington
State Highways Faced With Constitutional Amendments
In the political climate supporters urge voters to approve amendments allowing state and county funds to raise for highway construction and maintenance. Lincoln county details include Granger to Kemmerer, Opal to Piney with branch to Kem Kemmerer to Sage, Kemmerer to Lyman, Hoback Canyon to Jackson, Jackson to Moran and Park, Smoot to Forest Reserve, plus maintenance and extension.
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State Highway Commission
Lincoln County
Granger
Kemmerer
Opal
Piney
Sage
Lyman
Hoback Canyon
Jackson
Moran
Park
Smoot
Forest Reserve
Findlay Makes Kemmerer Friends
Democratic candidate Hugh Findlay arrived in Kemmerer to meet voters in the county. Born in Idaho, 33, educated at Fielding Academy and Albion Normal, he taught, farmed at Jar Valley, and runs mercantile business at Smoot with Gertrude Peterson. Voters find him well suited for county clerk.
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Hugh Findlay
Kemmerer
Findlay
Idaho
Fielding Academy
Albion State Normal School
Jar Valley
Gertrude Peterson
Peterson
Smoot
Bara Held for Grand Larceny
Deputy Sheriff apprehended Jack Bara at Diamondville for grand larceny after a watch stolen from Nick Bully in Oakley on August 21 was traced. A preliminary hearing before Judge Glasgow found probable cause. Bara bound over to district court on a $500 bond.
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Nick Butlie
Oakley
Glasgow
Sherriff Conroy
Jack Bara
Diamondville
Nick Bully
Burlis
Rock Springs
Tke Gayis
Gavis
Bara
District Court
Proposed constitutional amendments advocate better highways
The notice urges voters to support constitutional amendments to connect with existing highways and promote good roads. It frames the ballot as a vote for improved infrastructure and transportation efficiency.
County Treasurer’s Office Audits and Political Attacks
A combative letter accuses a county official of misinformation and prejudice during the campaign. It cites the treasurer’s office expenses of 491.06 and asserts all tax collection costs were paid by delinquent taxpayers, denying county payment. The writer condemns the opposing candidate and mocks the other side’s alleged humor and integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmen
By Statutes
Tunnier Avery
Hymn of Hate and political battles over county offices
A heated letter content cites personal accusations and political motives. The writer brands the recipient a liar and questions support for a Star Valley candidate for commissioner and a county attorney race. It accuses manipulation of printing contracts and demands accountability.
Republican State Chairman For Cox Supports Cox
Chester H Powell telegram from San Francisco dated October 23 reports former Fresno editor declares support for Governor Cox. Key Pitman Western manager of the Democratic campaign releases message quoting Powell praising Cox for challenging Elihu Root on the League of Nations and stating duty to back Cox.
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San Francisco
Key Pitman
Chester H. Powell
Fresno
Cox
Elihu Root
League of Nations
Republican National Committee
Campaign costs rise to over four million in 1948 race
Washington DC reports sworn statements show the presidential campaign through October 14 costing more than 3.6 million dollars. Republicans list 2,508.34, Democrats 699,971.59, and socialist 48. Contributions total about 3.325 million with major receipts to the Republican and Democratic committees and other party bodies.
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Washington
D.C
House of Representatives
Republican National Committee
Democratic National Committee
Ee Socialist
Committe
Republican
Big rally draws crowded Diamondville gathering
Local Democratic candidates packed the Diamondville motion picture house Monday night with all seats filled and many standing in the rear as speakers urged strong results next Tuesday. They left yesterday for Star Valley after Wednesday rallies in Glencoe and Cumberland.
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Diamondville
Moving Picture House
Mornie
Star Valley
Glencoe
Cumberland
Questioning Kemmerer water pledge in local politics
A caller accuses a former mayoral candidate in Kemmerer of breaking promises on clean water and reducing vice, noting a stalled council plan and demanding concrete action. The misspelled speech reflects local frustration with leadership and public health concerns.
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Prominss
Gates
Kemmerer
Margula
Adee Health
Mhyia
Baker
Rset Biorae
Pro-Leaguers Rally Behind Cox Amid League Clash
A pro Leaguers group within the Republican ranks urges support for Cox over Harding, criticizing the Republican stance on the League of Nations. The Denver gathering, en route to the coast, featured figures such as Mrs Emmons Blaine and Mrs Lucia Ames Mead, with Mead calling for world peace through the League and denouncing special privilege for any nation.
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Harding
Cox
League of Nations
Republican Party
Republican Friends of the League
Denver
Emmons Blaine
James G. Blaine
Uncle Sam
World Organization For Peace
Borah
League
Armistice Day Celebrated In Kemmerer With Bell Ringing
On November 11 the town of Kemmerer will mark Armistice Day at 11 o clock with bells and whistles heard town wide. The Kenne r Post of the American Legion plans a parade and program to honor veterans and the ending of World War I. Continued on Buck Page.
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Kemmerer
Ates
Kennever
American Legion
Hh, Moyer
Thy
Anfoulouy
Comrailer
Yuna
Weatorh
Hoya
Eltix Ze
Kemmorre
Ringlie
Senator Kendrick Narrowly Escapes Car Crash Near Hanna
Senator Kendrick had a near fatal accident when a car carrying him and C. A. Conyers veered off the road near Hanna and plunged into a creek after nightfall. The vehicle overturned and all occupants were thrown into the water but none were injured.
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Hanna
Wyde
United States
John By
Kendrick
Mobile
C. A. Conyers
Ned Automobile
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Hal
Faith
Feam
Coty
Farmer- Labor
Pralees
Wilson
Cokeville Mercantile
Lester
Office of Prosecuting Attorney
Anil
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