Labor notes and union candidates emerge in Wyoming scene
Wyoming labor weekly outlines May meetings for the United Mine Workers of America and the Federation of Labor. It names W W Gildroy, John Romney, and A G Morgan as presidential contenders, notes Morgan will retire, and mentions Jamea Morgan and Clem Gent Gilliard potential reelection bids.
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
Will Reit Named Register of Cheyenne Land Office
A wave of good wishes goes to Will Reit of the Rawlins Journal as he receives a U.S. commission to serve as register of the Cheyenne Land Office under a Democratic administration. Reit, long a Democratic voice, will begin duties around Oct 1, with plans to move to Cheyenne where James Sheahan becomes city editor and Reit continues to lead editorials.
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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 a newly built Drummondville facility. The modern structure offers ample room for students, glass-walled lighted classrooms, a central heating plant installed by W B Pitt, and lavatories with drinking fountains. Fire hose is linked for emergencies. Superintendent Burgoon and teachers praise the improvements and the school board plans to feature a private superintendent’s office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drummondville
Rock Springs
W. B. Pitt
Burgoon
Diamondville Echool Board
Local Labor Union Sees Growth and Paper Expansion Talk
A district meeting noted strong paper expansion talk and a dividend paid this year. T F Ey non attended as a district board member. District 22 WOM. W. of A. in Wyoming now holds about 2.5 thousand members, with sub districts totaling several thousand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. F. Eynon
WOM. W. of
of Wyoming
Lincoln
Uinta
Uinta County Lawsuit Over Tax Expenses Filed
Lincoln County seeks payment ruling in Cheyenne court after Judge Mentzer heard claims that Uinta County wrongly assumed editorial control over Lincoln County expenses for 1912 election costs. Arguments questioned sworn status of some judge and clerk claims and noted disputes since county division. Attorneys Ragotta Sate Se ferro Harrison Okan Peterson and B M Ausherjman appeared.
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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 Spuds Move Idaho Crops East
The Oregon Short Line prepares to move Idaho’s potato crop and other harvests eastward. Kemmerer yards hosted a large harvest as evidence of active shaling and market prospects for Idaho farmers this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Idaho
Kemmerer
Excellent Orchestra Delights Patrons at Sunday Performance
The excellent orchestra under Noe Kesar impressed patrons with Fred Jennings on piano Raymond Corr in clarinet Morgan Kav anagh on violin. Manager Whitten announced Sunday concerts and planned Saturday evenings for comic pictures with performances starting at 8 30 and possibly earlier opening hour in winter to suit homeward travel.
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Kesar
Fred Jennings Preaties
Raymond Corra
Morgan Kavanagh
Whitten
Swiped Crabs From Union Mermaid Company Store
Nick Ravis reported a theft at Union Mermaid Co store last Sunday morning. A box containing crabs was found empty on return, with locals claiming a small crowd helped themselves using carts and sacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nick Ravis
Union Mermaide Co
Sublet
Gret
Walk-out at Conroy over payroll dispute at United States Coal Co
A week‑old walkout at Conroy involved the United States Coal Co employees due to payroll delays. Reports say about $5 in labor wages are owed, with no definite action yet. Workers hope unpaid sums will be forthcoming, while potential escalation remains uncertain as mechanized entry may be used.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Coal Co
Conroy
Kemmerer Visitor Meeting With Attorney General DA Preelan
The Attorney General DA Preelan met as a Kemmerer visitor for about one hour. Officials described the session as a brief courtesy call to discuss regional matters and legal concerns affecting the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DA Preelan
Kemmerer
Point of Interest Draws Visitors to Lincoln County
The Star Valley is the point of interest in Lincoln County as the Teachers Institute and County Fair attract attendees. Teachers gathered at Cokeville Monday with state visitors, then traveled by rail to the site. Many from Green River Valley and other areas rode in to Kemmerer Sunday and departed for Cokeville on Monday’s early train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Valley
Lincoln County
Cokeville
Te Mean
Geen River
Kemmerer
Forest Fire Near Daniel Threatens Upper J ama Area
Word arrived that a Menger forest fire raged 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 went to assist forest rangers as smoke and flames threatened a heavily timbered region with potential damage.
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Menger
Jama
Horse Creek
Daniel
Frank Travis
Big Piney
Forest Rangers
Greeks Held Up In Kemmerer Robbery Case
Two Greek boys were held up Monday evening in the south part of town and relieved of about $17. Two colored strangers suspected were seen about town. The men were apprehended at Coke ville the next day and brought back to Kemmerer to answer the charge. They had not yet been arraigned at press time. Authorities were notified and the prisoners were taken into custody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cokeville
Kemmerer
Caser
New York Pair Return From Elk Hunt in Fall River Basin
J a L Kemmerer and Mrs Kemmerer of New York City returned Saturday from a hunting trip with B Bondurant in the Fall River Basin. They brought in two elk and enjoyed deck shooting. They plan a brief coast visit before returning to New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J&a
New Machinist G W Bittle Takes Charge at Lincoln County Garage
G W Bittle of Salt Lake City appointed to head the mechanics department at Lincoln County Garage. 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 as heavy mountain snow recovers lawns
Local authorities ended the water restrictions in Kommerer after recent snowfall in the mountains replenished streams. Rains following rule enforcement caused minimal damage to lawns across town, allowing residents to resume outdoor watering.
Poison incident and hospital note amid town updates
An account describes a poisoning incident near Vanston Press with N J Adholm and police involvement. It notes a drug intake around eight o clock at a Quarters store, followed by medical care and a planned return home. The piece also mentions bank activity with Albert Larson and social notices about a Ladies Aid meeting and other local events.
Mine accident leaves Grover Tague with leg severed
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 about 400 feet to reach the upper level, received first aid, and underwent an amputation at Lincoln and Minera Hospital. He is reported getting along nicely and has a strong local reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Tague
No. 6
Sublet
Lincoln and Minera Hospital
Kinne
Star Valley hosts state officers during visit to fair
Governor Kendrick along with Secretary Houx State Treasurer Gates State Superintendent Clark Attorney General Presto Duntway and Feliz Alston visit Kemmerer on the way to Cokeville for the fair An inspection of the new convict road north of Cokeville and into the valley is planned during their itinerary as they travel toward the fair.
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
Wagon Crash At Lincoln Cesar Garage Injures Eddie
A wagon driven toward the Lincoln Cesar Garage collided with a blackmarls rider causing the team to bolt. Eddie suffered injuries and was hospitalized the following evening where he is receiving treatment and doing as well as can be expected. The wagon sustained damage and the horses were cut in the wagon.
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Lincoln Cesar Garage
Eddie
Shoes Stolen as Crime Spur Kemmerer Street Talk
Report from Kemmerer notes a string of shoe thefts prompting concern over street safety. An Oregon Short Line car was broken into last week, several cases of shoes taken, and the culprits remain at large. One set of footwear was found behind a livery stable, with further clues expected as investigations continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kemmerer
Oregon Short Line
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Diamondville School
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Omaey Treaie
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Alvin Kee
Hie Parnts
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