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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1908
Page
6
Aswego press reports George Snyder withdraws from the senatorial ticket. The committee places Ewart Chapman of Evanston in the vacancy on the ticker, highlighting him as a highly respected citizen.
The Republican press in Wyoming expresses strong confidence that Frank Wheeler Mondell will win reelection as congressman from the Wyoming district. He is praised for an honorable record defending home builders, resisting leasing government domain, and blocking harmful fencing that could hurt small ranchers.
The Diamondville celebration committee is praised for organizing the day’s festivities with broad participation and a well received bake sale and activities. All who attended enjoyed the event.
The district backs Potter Sr. for the Republican ticket as monstable for Able district. Judge Janus Po Rowentery is expected to be a strong candidate again, having long held the position and built credibility in the area.
John Wowkins named chairman of the Republican County committee faces strong opposition from union supporters. The article notes concerns about majorities, party strength, and local political dynamics as it discusses early leadership moves and regional loyalties amid shifting allegiances in Wyoming and Evanston.
Mrs A D Himking will depart this evening for Ebila Parates in Ka to be absent until further notice.
Report from Piiey country aid notes work underway to move a telephote hive to the Minedabe area then to the Hittie ranch of Rastiork before Suv. The plan includes moving a child, two women, and a man to Lander, with arrival at a Kw newely HO Halles location.
The article reports ongoing coal mine idleness in Wyoming as wage talks stall and contracts shift to Colorado and Utah. It notes the Kemmerer Coal Company losses, Rock Springs operations to avert larger losses, daily district revenue declines near 24 000 dollars, and a market slump with restricted local orders until supply resumes.
Hon J W Sammon reports from Evanston that the state versus Wm Brodie ended in acquittal for the defendant after a brief jury deliberation. The Fleming murder case is postponed to the next term. A local Evanston boy acted as court stenographer in Judge Craig Homer Wright’s court. The docket shows heavy business with most cases now being tried.
A colorful report from Kemmerer notes editor Parker of the Chronicle visiting from Rawlins en route to St. Anthony Idaho. He jokes about his travel gear and engine trouble while promising a return to his native Idaho. Local political notes mention Democratic county convention delegates and plans near Thorvlay.
Fragmented OCR recounts Frontier events with names such as Ft Bridger and Diamondville. Mentions Democratic primaries and upcoming local happenings, including candidates and community activities.
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A crowded roundup of residents and visitors in Kemmerer and Evanston with names: Price, Woodson Kemmerer, Mrs. Price visiting, and numerous others including attorneys, deputies, and local workers. Mentions of court at Evanston, saloon painting, fishing, hunting, and farm tasks.
The long awaited match between Kid Gilsey and Jim MacDonald ended in a draw after twenty hard rounds. The bout featured a middleweight prelim refereed by Charley Cavanaugh and drew local sports to witness what was hailed as one of the region’s best fights. MacDonald then headed to Salt Lake City after the encounter, marking a rare fourth meeting in the series.
Dispatch from Cumberland describes material for a 4.5 mile branch from Glenevele to Elkel arriving and track work to start Tuesday, with completion in about sixty days. Miscellaneous town notices include residents traveling, mining work, boxing, schooling, and labor celebration events.
Fragmented local notice shows a missing gold bracelet with buckle linked to a road between Prortler ayal Kemmerer on Saturday. It also carries faded ads for fresh fruit depots, theater-like promotions, and a sprawling 19th century clothing sales pitch urging readers to buy suits and overcoats with grand guarantees.
The article reports that a man named Genter was charged after a dynamite explosion at a Hamafork mine. The incident involved a fuse and dynamite in his hands shortly before the blast. Game Warden Angus McLean notified authorities and Genter was arrested and held for district court.
List of uncalled letters at Kemmerer post office dated September 1 includes Ellis Warren Aid Gray RLM jarpovnes Sullian Hummel has Livenaton Grave Wood John Kirk Soha Nora Sammon Poetmaster.
Notice is given that Edward Townockett of Cokeville Wyoming, who filed a homestead entry on September 14, 1909, seeks final five year proof. The claim is described as adjoining HE. before Vangho Hofford, US Commissioner, Cokeville Wyoming, on October 1, 1908. Names listed include Silas Anes An and other witnesses plus border city residents and the register Thomas V. Davis.
United States Land Office notice in Evanston Wyoming names KFPIKL Nelson assignee of Mary iKaymon ville Wyoming. Describes final desert land product filing and assignment details with dates and procedures before U S Commissioner at Cokesille Wyoming on the 1th day of et 1am.
A brief note highlights support networks for retirees, focusing on friendship and practical help. It urges communities to foster connections and assist older neighbors in daily tasks and social interaction.
A misread note describes a stray five year old donkey on a farm near Lawrence Disontvite. The notice mentions a reward for the animal’s return and references a raffle for pew ladies at Kemmerer on September 19.
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