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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1908
Page
12
Aswego press notes George Snyder withdrew from the senatorial ticket. His committee places Evanston's highly respected citizen Ewart Chapman in the vacancy on the ticker for consideration.
The piece praises Frank Wheeler Mondell as a strong Republican nominee for Wyoming’s congressional seat. It highlights his proven record defending home builders against corporations, his stand on public land leasing and fencing issues, and his cautious leadership during contentious government domain bills.
Committee in charge of the La or day festivities at Diamondville are congratulated for a successful event. All who participated enjoyed the celebrations and the bake sale highlighted the day.
The Repetiteaus project Potter Sr. as Republican candidate for district constable. The party believes he will perform well as peacekeeper and notes Judge Janus Po Rowentery as a credible longtime figure who is expected to run again for the position.
The text outlines turmoil around John Wowkins a newly named Republican County Committee chair and his alleged influence to sway party majorities. It references Wyoming, Evanston, and PCB era figures as context, with mentions of elections and long standing party ties.
Mrs Himking departs this evening for Ebilapaites Ka to be absent until the next week.
An unclear report describes a Monday work event in Piiey country aiding a project to move items to the Hittie ranch of Rastiork before Suv. Details mention Lauer and Mow completing tasks at a Kw newely HO Halles site near Kemmene to Lander. Children are noted in the context of the Lander area.
The coal situation remains stalled with mines idle and workers leaving for other jobs. Some firms report wage talks may resume soon, while Kemmerer and Central Coal and Wire mines face contract losses and reduced output, threatening substantial regional losses and a shrinking market.
Hon J W Sammon reports from Evanston that the state versus William Brodie resulted in a verdict for the defendant after a brief jury deliberation. The Fleming murder case is postponed to the next term. Miss Mercy was absent, an Evanston boy served as court stenographer, and many cases are being tried as the court remains active.
The Chronicle editor Parker of St Anthony Idaho travels by car from Rawlins to Kemmerer and back, joking about a devil and a whiz wagon. He notes his vehicle has over 2 000 files and faces a breakdown. Local mention of a court in Bryanston and Democratic county convention delegates from Avanset near Thorvlay.
Fragmentary report describes wrestling and other events at the frontier town. Mentions Ft Bridger Virgela Florence and various locals, with references to Democratic primaries and upcoming gatherings.
Deen led the organization of Cube ville state Hak, forming a village bank with capitalized shares. Directors listed include Vitam, George Peston, HL Ke firog, and Frank Sau, signaling a formal bank establishment in the community.
A sprawling roundup reports residents and visitors in Kemmerer and Evanston including Mrs Price visiting with her mother Mrs Woodson Kemmerer, legal attendance at court, and multiple local errands. Notables include John Kellar of the Standard outfit and attorney colleagues in Evanston, with travel to Salt Lake City and Big Piney mentioned.
The long anticipated bout ended in a draw after twenty hard rounds. Referee Charley Cavanaugh oversaw the match with a mid bout extra six rounds featuring a middleweight from the audience. The fighters previously met in years with mixed results and the local crowd called it one of the region’s best battles.
The Cumberland O.S. Terminal notes material for a 4.5 mile track from Glenevele to Elkel has arrived and construction will begin Tuesday, with completion in about sixty days. Local notices mention numerous residents traveling, labor shifts, and community events around Kemmerer and Rock Springs during Labor Day week.
A garbled local notice mentions a lost gold bracelet with a buckle found on a road between Prortler ayal Kemmerer. It includes garbled ads for fresh fruit at a depot and a clothing store offering suits and overcoats with claims of quality. The piece mixes lost item details with promotional copy and unrelated travel notes.
The account describes an arrest of Genter by Game Warden Angus McLean after a mine blast near Hamafork where dynamite and a fuse were found in Genter's possession shortly before an explosion. The case proceeded to district court.
List of uncalled mail remaining at the Kemmerer post office includes Ellis Warren, Gray RLM, Jarpovnes, Sullian, Hummel, Livenaton, Grave, Wood, John, Kirk, Soha, Nora Sammon. Poetmaster appears as title.
Notice is given that Edward Jown Tookett of Cokeville Wyoming, who filed a homestead entry on September 14 1909, seeks final five year proof to establish his claim. Before VanGho Hofford US Commissioner Cokeville Wyoming on October 1 1908 witnesses Condon Border Liege Christensen Lee J. Droubay Tom K Collett Cokeville Wyoming Thomas V. Davis Register.
Notice to KFPIKL NELSON assignee of Mary Kaymonville Wyoming that final desert land patent proceedings will be held before the U S Commissioner at Cokeville Wyoming on the 1th day of et 1am to establish title to the described land parcel. Nels Nebon Peery all.
A local notice asks residents to assist a friend in retirement planning, detailing how neighbors can provide support with daily tasks, budgeting, and social activities. The appeal emphasizes friendship, safety checks, and community care.
A stray pony named Thamondville with a five year old owner was reported missing from a corral. A public raffle event to raise funds for the Pew Ladies group will be held Saturday September 19 at 7 p.m. at Kemmerer, with J. P. Jamarr listed as organizer.
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