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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1911
Page
9
Fragmentary 1011 manuscript-style notes discuss Whitney bandits warned they may strike again in southern Wyoming. A Denver rector denounces birth control and separation of couples, while a fleeting political snapshot shows Arizona New Mexico governors, and a Canadian reciprocity defeat stirring campaigns and market forecasts.
The state board of sheep commerce selects Hes Rakin of Bh Covaradiss as secretary to succeed Auberry of Laramie. Rakin appointed immediately after the meeting and takes the post with credit. The article notes concerns about immigration and government staff choices, mentioning governors and private secretaries.
Bob Hocker was taken from Sunday afternoon car crash in a hot weather incident to Opal Hospital, with appendicitis suspected. His father left on No. 6 to meet him, No. 1A was arranged to pick him up for Rock Springer hospital. He was operated on arrival in Salt Lake by Dr. Young for Chambers, and reports say he is doing nicely with favorable odds. Mrs. Hocker and the children are visiting Ogden and expect to return soon.
A Valley newspaper criticizes Brother Billings of the Star Valley Independent for failing to publish a birth notice in the Sept 22 issue. It notes prior commentary on weekly birth totals and expresses regret at a lapse in the paper’s “good work.”
Six states will elect governors this year including Maryland Massachusetts Mississippi Rhode Island Vermont Kentucky and others. Democrats are favored in Maryland Massachusetts Rhode Island and Vermont whereas Republicans hold solid chances in Kentucky and seek reelection. In Massachusetts the battle centers on whether Republicans can regain the seat after last year’s Democrat victory. The outcome could signal shifts in national sentiment for 1911 as regulars and insurgents unite for Republican success.
Walt Fenner pursues a new business venture in Kemmerer proposing boiling operations on his available lots. He plans to support a separate House project to clear space by removing a rental school component. This marks his third initiative of the year, with six items contemplated.
In Kemmerer Wyoming the latent craze in music, better than Rainbow or Redwing and among 100 equally good items, draws attention. Geo Walton is noted in the feature alongside O Walton.
The Ladies Aid Society plans a supper at the Palmer House this Saturday evening beginning at 4 00. Thirty two ladies attended the last meeting at Mix Orlando Curtis home and money was raised for the Methodist church. All who can should take supper with the ladies.
Cleveland faces a bold diamond sales pitch claiming perfect clear stones and urgent discounts. Advertised cubes and rings range from affordable bite priced pieces to karat stew options, urging immediate visit to the window and showroom. The pitch promises money saved on a Tiffany ring style diamond.
Mrs Dr Gamble formerly of the vicinity plans to return to Diamondville to join the fall season’s millinery department at the Mountain Trading Co. She aims to reconnect with old friends and meet new customers, with more local details on the next page. Other town notes mention housing needs, venison, sales, and various local improvements and notices.
Various local notices list new books and stationery arrivals at City Drug Store. Rental and housing ads appear alongside shop news, including clothing, hats, and a fall fashion line from Mountain Trading Co.
The fourth count in the piano contest hosted by Kemmerer Hardware and Furniture Co. will conclude Saturday Oct 7. Top candidates include L D S Sunday School group and Margaret Wise. Also advertised are pastry at Kemmerer Bakery and 250 grade lambs for sale at Waterfall ranch via Lowin Jones Kemmerer with Green River Live Stock Co.
Inter Mountain Four State Fair Ogden Utah announces ticket sales from Utah points September 22 to 30 inclusive and from other points September 21 to 26 with limited October 3. Utah tickets expire October 1. See agents for rates and details 480 27.
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