Labor movement notes reveal candidates for union roles
The Wyoming Labor Weekly lists candidates for United Mine Workers of America state and district posts and notes several incumbents and rivals. W W Gilroy of Cheyenne, John Romney of Rock Springs, and A G Morgan announce for state president with Morgan retiring. J James Morgan seeks reelection as secretary treasurer of the State Federation, likely opposing Clem ent Gillard. International board members Paulson and McMillan face Livoda and others as election heats up amid labor activity in Rock Springs and Colorado.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mine Workers of America
Dreot W
Htate
Federation of Labor
NR. Tustison
Rock Springs
Robert A. Hahingen
Ww. W. Gildroy
Cheyenne
State Federation of Labor
United Mine
Jamea Morgan
United Mine Workers
Guilériocd
Clement Gilliard
Springs
Paul J. Paulson
International Board
J. McMillan
Cumberland
Mike Livoda
Trinidad
Colo
Walted
Joe Matoh
Livoda
Colorado
Will Reit Named Cheyenne Land Office Register in Democratic Era
Newsmen across Wyoming send well wishes to Will Reit of the Rawlins Journal as he receives a commission from the President to be register of the Cheyenne Land Office. He is slated to begin around Oct 1, continuing to influence party editorial policy. James Sheahan will become city editor at Rawlins. Reit, born September 11, 1858 in Milwaukee, has long been a Democratic party activist and paper owner since 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Reit
Rawlins Journal
United States
Cheyenne Land Office
Wiii Reid
Reid
Carbon County
Rawlins
Cheyanne
James Sheahan
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Grand Domain of
Wyoming
Knights of Pythias
the Elks
Ell
W. EB. Chaplin
Laramie
Diamondville School Reopens In New Drummondville Building
The Diamondville school reopened last week in the new Drummondville building praised for modern facilities. The well lighted structure features glass room walls, a heating plant installed by W B Pitt, lavatories and drinking fountains, and fire alarm readiness. Superintendent Burgoon and the teaching staff express satisfaction with the upgraded classrooms and private superintendent's office as part of the district plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drummondville
Rock Springs
W. B. Pitt
Burgoon
Diamondville Echool Board
Newspaper Sees Talk of Daily Paper and District Membership Figures
A report notes potential daily publication for the paper and lists district membership tallies for the Wyoming federation. It mentions a dividend of 18 percent this year and delegates present at a district meeting including T. F. Ey non. Details are fragmented across districts and sub districts with varying member counts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. F. Eynon
Lincoln County Lawsuit Over Uinta County Claims
The Lincoln County Commissioners sued Uinta County in Evanston before Judge Mentzer, arguing Uinta must pay for claims and expenses from the 1912 primary and general elections, which Lincoln county previously collected. Mentzer will study the case with briefs due from attorneys, with a decision expected weeks later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln County
Uinta County
Evanston
Mentier
Cheyenne
Lincolin County
Mentzer
Fereant
Ragotta
Seferro
Harrison and
Sistenet Okan
H. Peterson
B. M. Ausherjman
Getting Ready to Move the Spuds to Idaho Markets
The Oregon Short Line moves to serve Idaho’s potato harvest with Kemmerer yards hosting a large seasonal harvest. The rail line prepares to ship crops eastward, promising good market access for Idaho farmers this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Idaho
Kemmerer
Excellent Orchestra Shines As Sunday Night Feature
The Excellent Orchestra led by Noe Kesar pleased patrons with Fred Jennings on piano Raymond Corra on clarinet and Morgan Kavanagh on violin. Manager Whitten announces Sunday night concerts as a regular feature and plans Saturday nights for comic pictures with shows starting at 8 30. He may adjust opening hours in winter to 8 o clock to let people go home earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kesar
Fred Jennings Preaties
Raymond Corra
Morgan Kavanagh
Whitten
Swiped Crabs From Union Mermaid Co Store
A thief took a box of crabs from the Union Mermaid Co store last Sunday morning, leaving the box empty on Nick Ravis’s return from Sublet. Rumors say a group carried away the crustaceans in pockets and carts, but no solid details or suspects are confirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nick Ravis
Union Mermaide Co
Sublet
Gret
Walk-out at Conroy over payroll dispute at United States Coal Co
A walk-out at the United States Coal Co. plant in Conroy occurred last week due to payroll disputes and reportedly over $5,000 in wages. No resolution is known yet, but workers hope back wages will be paid. If unresolved the employees may be forced to take further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Coal Co
Conroy
Attorney General DA Preelan Visits Kemmerer Briefly
The Attorney-General DA Preelan conducted a one hour visit to Kemmerer, meeting local officials and reviewing municipal concerns before departing. The brief stop highlighted cooperation between state legal offices and regional governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DA Preelan
Kemmerer
Point of Interest At Lincoln County The Star Valley
The Star Valley is the point of interest in Lincoln county the week, drawing many to the Teacher's Institute and County Fair. Teachers gathered at Cokeville Monday morning with state visitors, traveling into the mean on. Many teachers from Green River valley and other areas came to Kemmerer Sunday and left for Cokeville early Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Valley
Lincoln County
Cokeville
Te Mean
Geen River
Kemmerer
Forest Fire Near Daniel Raging Near J ama of Horse Creek
Word reached that the Menger forest fire is burning between the two forks of the upper J ama of Horse Creek about 20 miles northeast of Daniel. Frank Travis and a party from Big Piney have gone to assist forest rangers to control it. The basin is heavily timbered and damage may be extensive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menger
Jama
Horse Creek
Daniel
Frank Travis
Big Piney
Forest Rangers
Greeks Held Up In Kemmerer After Town Robbery
Two Greek boys were held up in the southern part of town Monday evening and relieved of about 17 dollars. Two colored men suspected were seen in town and later apprehended at Cokeville and brought back to Kemmerer to answer the charge. At press time the prisoners had not yet been arraigned. Authorities were notified and the men entrusted to custody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cokeville
Kemmerer
Caser
New York Pair Return From Elk Hunt With Two Elk
J a L Kemmerer and Mrs Kemmerer of New York City returned Saturday from a hunting trip to Fall River Basin with B Bondurant, bringing in two elk. They enjoyed deck shooting and plan a coastal visit at the faire before returning to New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J&a
New Machinist G W Bittle Heads Lincoln County Garage
G W Bittle of Salt Lake City takes charge of the mechanics end at Lincoln County Garage last week. He brings references from Gallagher Machinery Company and Wright's Motor Shop of Salt Lake City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Bittle
Sast Lake City
Lincoln County
Bittle
Gallagher Machinery Company
Wright's
Salt Lake City
Water restrictions lifted amid rapid snowmelt statewide
Snowpack in the mountains eased water worries as Kommerer loosens water rules. Widespread rainfall after enforcement left lawns largely undamaged and residents free to use water for lawn care.
Poison incident interrupts town day in New Jersey
An unclear report notes a poisoning event at a Quarters store in New Jersey around midmorning. Alarming health worries and transfer to a hospital prompt initial treatment, with Alvin Kee and others present. The narrative mentions a bank, parish figures, and a Methodist church meeting upcoming.
Miner loses leg at Sublet mine in opening accident
Grover Tague, a driver at the No. 6 mine near Sublet, suffered a severe leg injury when a chain jerked him from a car. He crawled 400 feet for help, and doctors amputated below the knee at Lincoln and Miner Hospital. He is recovering with no other injuries. Tague is a well known local figure and active with sheep outfits in the range.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Tague
No. 6
Sublet
Lincoln and Minera Hospital
Kinne
State Officers Visit Star Valley Entraining Through Kemmerer
State officers including Governor Kendrick Secretary Houx Treasurer Gates Superintendent Clark Attorney General Presto Duntway and Feliz Alston travel through Kemmerer en route to Cokeville for the fair. An inspection of the new convict road north of Cokeville toward Afton and the valley is planned during their tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Valley
Kemmerer
Cokeville
John B. Kendrick
Frank L. Houx
Sta
Herman B. Gates
Edith K. 0. Clark
D. A. Presto
C. A. Duntway
University
Feliz Alston
Team Runs Away Near Lincoln Cesar Garage Wreck
A wagon dash near the Lincoln Cesar Garage caused a runaway. The team collided with blackwmarls, injuring Eddie who was treated at a hospital that evening and is recovering. The wagon suffered damage with horses cut in the wagon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Cesar Garage
Eddie
Shoes Stolen From Oregon Short Line Car At Kemmerer
Thieves broke into a Oregon Short Line car in Kemmerer and stole several cases of shoes. One case was recovered in an alley behind the livery stables. others remain missing as investigators seek the culprits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kemmerer
Oregon Short Line
Also Mentioned on This Page
Kieth
Ontemesse Mee Werters
Co Het
Wyoming Labor Weekly
Labor
Vache
Searentia Greee
Diamondville School
Hauding le
WOM. W. of
of Wyoming
Lincoln
Uinta
Chi Board of Education
First National Bank
Kemmerer, Wyoming
of Currency
Washington, D. C
Hobe
Ame
Antes
Clete
Omaey Treaie
Eppendicks
Green River
Alvin Kee
Hie Parnts
Albert Larson
Bean
Mise Marie
Erwie Covey
Mire Lareou
Payne
Bank of New
New York City
Kemmerer Savings Bank & Trust Company
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!