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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1918
Page
2
Notice from the Interior Department of the United States concerning Bertha Bertagnoli and Joe Bertagnolli of Cumberland Wyoming. It details desert land entry filings, intention to establish claims before the Register and Receiver, and mentions amendments about livestock tax and district judge calls to the Supreme Court. Dates span July 22, 1918 and earlier filings.
The Fourteenth State Legislature of Wyoming prepared amendments numbered one to three to be submitted to voters for adoption or rejection. Provisions cover prohibition of manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors and regulation of licenses and penalties. The draft notes restrictions after January on sale and transport of alcohol, with exceptions and enforcement terms outlined.
Notice for Publication from the Department of the Interior states Joseph Smith of Kemmerer filed intent to prove up a land claim in Section 3 and 24 Township ranges in the Sixth Principal Meridian. The final proof is to be made before United States Commissioner Ivan Jones in Kemmerer on September 14, with witnesses John Heath Ernest W. Smith Miah Green Winters and Edward H. O'Brien listed.
Administratrix of the estate of John A. Meyer announces final account and petition for final settlement filed August 6 in the Third Judicial District Lincon County Wyoming. Interested parties may inspect, object within 30 days after September 4 1918 publication. hearing to be held as prescribed.
Public notice lists grazing permit applications for Wyoming National Forest during 1919 with submissions due October 1, 1918, and provides supervisor contact. The document also covers multiple district court actions in Lincoln and Uinta counties, including foreclosure of lands described in mortgage deeds from 1909, trustee actions, executors, and a probate notice for the estates of Joe Cristofort Julia Cire, and other related court filings with dates in 1914.
The piece urges harsh action against drunks and loafers amid wartime shortages. It cites national service and labor pressuring men to work or fight. It calls for state and local authorities to “clean up” communities as Wyoming and the nation mobilize for war.
A Wyoming editorial argues the next legislature must overhaul the flawed primary law to simplify voter rights and reduce manipulation. It notes a strong prohibition sentiment, the liquor lobby’s gain from a wet state, and concerns about out-of-state arrivals degrading local morals.
A fragment expresses frustration that neighbors should not be hostile to a tree haven or refuge, warning that any person may be treated as an outlaw and recognised by the foot without being knocked down, reflecting tense local sentiments.
Wyoming and Colorado share exemption on reduced quotas for the Fourth Liberty Loan as state totals are set. Wyoming will raise 1 050 000 toward a 6 000 000 000 national goal with 200 000 000 to come from the Tenth Federal Reserve District including Wyoming and neighboring states. State subscriptions must double those of the third campaign.
A fragmented report notes a Wyoming third district fund surpassing seven million dollars by twenty one thousand seven hundred forty two, with Baptist and other groups preparing a three week service push. Apportionment relies on bank deposits and district quotas, while discounts on loans affect accounts in Rock Springs.
The text touts Cham perlain’s Tablets for weak stomachs and impaired digestion with substantial relief and restored health in many cases. It also notes the Fourth Liberty Loan begins September 28 and urges every American citizen to contribute to the war effort.
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