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Don’t like game meat? How about donating?
There are many hunters out there who love the sport, love the trophies, but do not care much for the meat. Instead of throwing away their carcasses however, there is a program in Campbell County that has currently entered in its third year. It is a meat donation program. “In the last 2 years, there have been 30-35 carcasses donated per year. We would like to see that grow,” said Irah Leonetti-Wyoming Game and Fish Warden in N.E. Wyoming. “All of the meat is processed by Olds Processing and given to the homeless shelter and needy families.” The idea came from Keith Goble, an employee at Rocky Mountain Sports in Gillette. “I got the idea so the game wouldn’t go to waste in the field, in the trash, or in the freezer.” Rocky Mountain Sports now donates all the money earned from the
ammo sales during their R.M. Shoot. Warden Leonetti then started helping because “there is a lot of waste out in the field. We hope that this will bring hunters to donate that meat they shoot to people who need it. Just in the past two years alone, I have seen a major waste reduction.” Chet Dickson, owner of Tru-Green is another donor to the program. “This is a great program, and relies completely on donations of money and game. I would like to see more people get involved.” So, if you love the sport of hunting but you don’t like the taste, donate your carcasses to Olds Processing. Or, if you are not a hunter, you can donate money by contacting Eliza at Eliza@ccswy.org. First rule of hunting?...Safety. Second rule>?...Don’t waste (ammo, time, tools, material or meat).
Campbell County Candidate Forum
Gillette Public Access TV, Basin Radio at 1270 AM, and the League of Women Voters of Campbell County will host candidate forums for the upcoming general election. The forums are non-partisan and are to provide citizens an opportunity to become more informed about candidates who are seeking election. We invite citizens to send questions for candidates to forumquestionslwv@ hotmail.com . All questions submitted will be considered for use during the forums. A question to a specific candidate might be asked of all candidates so that all may have an equal chance to address issues.
The forums will be televised on GPA Channel 22, and streaming online at www.gillettewy.gov/gpa. They will be available on demand on GPA webpage, as well as on DVD at the Campbell County Public Library. Basin Radio will also provide a radio simulcast on 1270 AM. Forums will be in the City of Gillette Council Chamber at, 201 East 5th Street beginning at 6:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend and meet with candidates before or after in the lobby. Candidates will have information available at the event and the information will also be at Campbell County Public Library lobby.
The National Family Partnership® (NFP) announces the national contest “The Best Me is Drug Free” for its 27th annual Red Ribbon Week®, Oct. 23-31. Here’s how to enter to win $1,000 for your K-12 school and an iPad for the home: 1.) Students bring the Red Ribbon Week® message home by working alongside parents to decorate their front door, mailbox, fence, etc. with this year’s theme “The Best Me Is Drug Free™.” 2.) Take a photo with the family and your Red Ribbon Week® decoration, then upload to www. redribbon.org/contestor www. facebook.com/RedRibbonWeek by Nov. 2 (must be 18+ to upload your photos). 3.) The voting begins! Ask your family and friends to vote for your entry at www.redribbon.org/vote Nov. 2-16. Ten lucky winners from regions across the U.S. will win. Winners will be announced at events at their winning schools in December. “Students will once again take Red Ribbon Week’s® message of prevention home to their neighborhoods with this national contest,” said the NFP’s Volunteer President Peggy Sapp. “By decorating their homes together with this year’s Red Ribbon theme, families carry the message to their communities.” The nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention campaign reaches more than 80 million people nationwide. The DEA is co-sponsoring this year’s national contest. “DEA is excited to partner with the National Family Partnership® on this contest that empowers communities to come together to talk about the drug problem,” said DEA Administrator Michele M. Leonhart. “Red Ribbon Week® is also when we honor DEA Special Agent Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena, who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our communities safe.” Adds the NFP’s Peggy Sapp: “Take the Red Ribbon Week® pledge across America to help children grow up safe, healthy and drug free.” Visit www.redribbon. org/contest for contest information.
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Stuttering: Straight Talk for Teachers DVD for Parents and Teachers
When teachers hear a child stutter, the immediate reaction is one of concern mixed with a host of urgent questions: • Should I call on the student in class, or will that only make it worse? • How should I handle teasing and bullying by other students? • What should I do about reading aloud in class? The Stuttering Foundation has produced the DVD, Stuttering: Straight Talk for Teachers. This 20-minute film helps parents and teachers understand how stuttering can affect children of all ages in the classroom and is available at most public libraries. Some libraries have the video version. The highlight of the DVD is the children who discuss their experiences in the classroom and share what was helpful for them. “Even when I knew the answer, I wouldn’t raise my hand because I was worried about what others might think,” says Umberto, a teenager in the DVD. He added that giving a classroom presentation on stuttering to the entire class has made him feel more at ease. “At the beginning of the school year, I was embarrassed to read aloud in front
of my teacher and friends because of my stuttering,” says Kate. She worked with her teacher to make a plan about how she could practice first at home and then individually with her teacher. Martin offers a different perspective. “I feel confident and even though I might mess up when I talk, I’m not ashamed. I still want the teacher to call on me even though I might be having a bad day.” Noted speech-language pathologists Bill Murphy, M.A., of Purdue University and Kristin Chmela, M.A., of Northwestern University present practical strategies teachers can use immediately to help children feel more comfortable talking in the classroom. “The courage and honesty of the children sharing their experiences helps teachers find solutions for the children in their class,” says Lisa Scott, Ph.D., of The Florida State University and co-producer of the DVD. At school, children who stutter often face bullying and teasing. This treatment by other students sometimes causes more anxiety than does the speech disorder itself. “Even the children who receive therapy to help them speak more fluently continue to have negative feelings as they grow
older,” Murphy says. “Their ability to communicate is still hindered by the shame and embarrassment they feel about stuttering, which is often brought on by teasing.” Murphy suggests teachers make stuttering an open topic for discussion in the classroom. One exercise a teacher can use is to discuss famous people who stutter. NBA basketball star Kenyon Martin, news anchor John Stossel, and actors James Earl Jones and Nicholas Brendon are just a few of the many celebrities who struggle with stuttering. A list of famous people who stutter and a downloadable poster can be found atwww. stutteringhelp.org. Elementary school teacher Katie Lenell says, “This DVD is an excellent resource for educators at all grade levels. I now feel more at ease having a child who stutters in my classroom.” Books and DVDs produced by the 65-year-old nonprofit Stuttering Foundation are available free to any public library. A library that will shelve them can contact the Foundation at 1-800992-9392, e-mailinfo@stutteringhelp. org, or visit www.stutteringhelp.org or www.tartarmudez.org.
Fall Care for Healthy Lawns Submitted by Melinda Myers - Gardening Expert, TV/Radio Host, Author & Columnist Summer can be hard on our lawns. With much of the country suffering from extreme heat and drought conditions this past summer, many lawns took a beating. Fall is the perfect time to help your lawn recover from the stressors of summer and prepare for winter. The warm soil and cooler temperatures promote root growth and thickening of the lawn. Continue to mow the lawn as long as it keeps growing. Mow high to encourage deep roots and leave clippings on the lawn. They add nutrients and organic matter to the soil and do not cause thatch. There’s no need to cut the lawn shorter for winter unless you are in an area subject to winter diseases. Mow don’t rake those fall leaves. This will save you time and improve your lawn. The leaves add organic matter and nutrients to the soil. As long as you can see the grass leaves through the shredded leaves your lawn will be fine. Or shred and collect the leaves in your bagger and
add them to your compost, dig into annual gardens to improve the soil, or use as mulch around perennials in the garden. Consider core aeration if your lawn is suffering from compacted soil and thatch. Core aeration machines remove plugs of soil in the lawn, allowing air and water to reach and nourish the grass roots while promoting the breakdown of the thatch. Over-seed thin lawns after core aerating. This will enable you to get good seed to soil contact and ultimately enjoy a thicker more lush lawn. And be sure to fertilize. Fall fertilization helps lawns recover from summer stress, encourages root growth, thickens your grass stand, and prepares the lawn for winter. Use a low nitrogen fertilizer like Milorganite to encourage slow steady growth and prevent damage to already stressed lawns. Plus, research has found when microorganisms work on the Milorganite to release the nutrients they also make some of the phosphorous and potassium bound
to the soil available to the plants. The phosphorous is good for root growth and potassium boosts hardiness and disease resistance. Those in the south growing Bermuda, St Augustine and other warm weather grasses can make their last fertilization about one month before the lawn goes dormant. That’s about the time of the first killing frost. Fertilizing later can result in winter damage. Northern gardeners growing cool season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, fescue and ryegrass should make one application in early fall and their last application sometime between Halloween and Thanksgiving before the ground freezes. And always sweep any clippings, fertilizer and other debris off walks and drives to prevent them from entering our waterways and eventually our drinking water.
Gillette resident enlists in Wyoming Army National Guard
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Alexander Anderson of Gillette was sworn in April 27, 2012 as the newest member of the Wyoming Army National Guard’s A Btry 2nd-300th FA. Anderson enlisted under a program which will provide 100 percent of tuition to in-state colleges and universities, the Montgomery G.I. Bill, Montgomery G.I. Bill Kicker and an enlistment bonus. He is enrolled at Campbell County High School. LT Jason Lee Floyd administered the oath of enlistment. SFC Mark Hansen, Gillette recruiter, attended the ceremony. After basic training, Anderson will be assigned as a soldier to the Recruit Sustainment Program with the Wyoming Army National Guard and will make a monthly income while attending school. Anderson was recruited by SFC Mark Hansen.
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Public can review Vital Statistics Services office reports and data
The broad information collected by the Wyoming Department of Health’s Vital Statistics Services Office offers interesting snapshots about Wyoming and its residents for the public. To view what’s available, visit http://www.health.wyo. gov/rfhd/vital records online and click on the leftside tab labeled “Annual Reports and Provisional Data.” The 2011 report, for example, contains summary data on Wyoming birth, deaths, marriages and divorces. Jim McBride, Vital Statistics Services Program manager with the Wyoming Department of Health, noted Wyoming’s population continues to grow. “At the end of 2011 the Census Bureau estimated
Wyoming’s population at 568,158,” he said. “In 2002 Wyoming’s population exceeded 500,000 for the first time since 1985.” Although the population continues to grow, the number of annual births has remained comparatively constant and within a narrow range of just a few hundred. “For example in 2005 there were 7,231 births and in 2011 there were 7,339,” McBride said. “Behind those numbers, we are seeing that mothers are having children later in life and fewer of our teens are having children.” “We are living longer too in Wyoming,” McBride said. Since 1990 Wyoming citizens have added two years to their life expectancy. Primary causes of death
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parallel national data with heart disease, cancers and respiratory diseases ranking at the top. “It also appears that Wyoming residents are honoring family deaths a little differently,” McBride said. “Although the number of deaths per year has remained relatively constant, 80 percent of families in 2000 elected a traditional burial ceremony and only 25 percent opted for cremation. By 2011, more than 60 percent chose cremation and only 30 percent selected a traditional burial.” Additional tables allow those interested to view tables highlighting specific subjects as well as county and other demographic data.
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City of Gillette offers programs to assist with utility bill payments
The City of Gillette’s Customer Service Division and City Clerk’s Office offer two programs to assist residents with utility bill payments. The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) application period is from October 1, 2012 through Feb 28, 2013. This is a state and federally funded program that helps people pay home heating
bills November through June 15. People who are approved for assistance through LIEAP may also be eligible for Weatherization services to make their homes more energy efficient and further lower heating costs. The program is open to home owners and renters, and it helps cover the costs of electric, natural gas, propane, wood, diesel heating oil,
coal and pellets used for heating a home. For more information, stop by the City of Gillette’s Customer Service division at City Hall (201 E. 5th Street) or Visit LIEAP The City Clerk’s office also oversees the Senior Citizen/Disability Utility Rate program. To see if you qualify, visit the City Clerk’s office in City Hall (201 E. 5th Street)
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Campbell Co. Fire Dept.
September 26, 2012
- At 8:15 a.m. to 624 Wright Blvd for a rescue of man trapped underneath a mobile home. Extricated the victim and EMS transported to CCMH. - At 10:46 a.m. to W. 2nd Avenue for an EMS assist. - At 10:59 p.m. to Robin Dr. for an EMS assist.
September 27, 2012
- At 12:58 AM to Hannum Rd. for a medical assist. - At 5:50 AM to Eagle Butte Mine for a medical assist. - At 10:23 AM to mile marker 19.3 on the main rail line of BNSF for a grass fire in the right of way along the tracks. The fire was quickly extinguished by CCFD personnel on scene and was less than one acre in size. The fire was believed to have been started by sparks from a passing train. - At 11:08 AM to mile marker 144 Highway 51 (east of Rozet) for a vehicle fire. Firefighters extinguished a heavily involved fire in a 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. The fire started due to the engine blowing a rod. The Highway was shut down in both directions for a short period of time until the fire was extinguished. The fire damaged a portion of the asphalt. The vehicle is a total loss. - At 9:29 PM to Bishop Road for a medical assist. - At 9:59 PM to Highway 450 (2 ½ miles in from Highway 59) for a grass fire.
September 28, 2012
- At 12:43 p.m. to Elkhorn drive for an ATV accident. - At 3:40 p.m. to Sandcreek Circle for an automatic fire alarm. The alarm was activated by burnt food. - At 4:43 p.m. to the Napier Road for the report of a grass fire. When firefighters arrived on scene area ranchers had stopped the fires growth at 2.7 acres. The fire was started from lightning. - At 6:09 p.m. to Cindy Drive for an automatic fire alarm activation.
responded to the scene and found a passenger car versus a front end loader collision. One person was injured in the crash and transported to CCMH. CCFD assisted with patient care, traffic control and contained fluids leaking from the car. - At 11:49 a.m. to 3700 Moon Dancer Court for an unknown fire. CCFD responded to the scene and found an illegal burn being conducted behind the residence. CCFD extinguished the fire and informed the owner of the burn ban restrictions in place. - At 12:52 p.m. to the area of 1317 HWY 50 for a vehicle and grass fire. CCFD responded to the scene and found a passenger car fire along with a 10 acre grass fire. The car was extinguished immediately and the grass fire was brought under control in approximately 2 hours. The grass fire was contained to 80 acres and was caused when the vehicle’s exhaust pipe ignited the grass underneath it. - At 3:06 p.m. to Hilight Road south of HWY 450 for a grass fire on the east side of the tracks. CCFD contained the fire to two acres. The fire was most likely started by a passing train. - At 4:32 p.m. to 4304 Polly Avenue for a fire alarm activation. CCFD cancelled en route when it was determined to be a false alarm. - At 4:43 p.m. to Daisy Street for an EMS assist. - At 5:45 p.m. to Lazy D Avenue for a vehicle and grass fire. CCFD responded to the scene and upon arrival found a 30’ X 30’ grass fire along with a passenger car
on fire. CCFD extinguished both blazes and determined the car caught fire first after being involved in a collision and ignited the grass.
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October 1, 2012
- At 8:55 am, dispatched to 300 block of Sunflower for a medical assist. - At 3:18 pm, dispatched to Boxelder and W 4-J for a two vehicle non-injury accident with fluid leakage. Secured vehicles and contained leaking fluids.
October 2, 2012
- At 5:01 a.m. to the Bishop Road for a treater fire. CCFD responded to the scene and upon arrival found a horizontal oil treater on fire. CCFD extinguished the blaze in 5 minutes and determined the cause to be a hole in the burner tube. Damage was estimated at $5000. - At 3:59 PM to 41 North Sage Hill Road for a grass fire. The grass fire was less than a quarter of an acre in size and was caused by an arcing power line. - At 9:24 PM to the 1100 block of South Gurley Avenue for a medical assist.
September 29, 2012
- At 12:55 a.m. to Mountain View Drive for an EMS assist. - At 7:15 a.m. to 1607 West 2nd Street for an EMS assist. - At 9:15 a.m. to the area of HWY 51 near WyoDak for a vehicle crash. CCFD
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Gillette Store to be honored by the HSUS for new policy
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Joe’s Pet Depot re-opening highlights pet adoption WHAT: Joe’s PET DEPOT reopening, debut of new policy converting to a dog and cat adoptions-only business model and joining The Humane Society of the United States’ Puppy Friendly Pet Stores program. Instead of selling puppies, owner Joe Seneshale of Joe’s PET DEPOT will sell pet supplies and showcase adoptable pets from local animal shelters in his store to help find them forever homes. The first 25 customers will receive a free “Stop Puppy Mills” t-shirt. The first 100 customers will receive a “Stop Puppy Mills” button. WHO: Adoptable dogs and cats The following people will offer remarks to the media:
Mayor Tom Murphy, City of Gillette Joe Seneshale, owner of Joe’s PET DEPOT Phyllis Jassek, supervisor of the Gillette Animal Control Shelter Julie Simon, President, Campbell County Chamber of Commerce John Moyer, outreach coordinator, puppy mills campaign, The HSUS WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012 Press conference and grand reopening 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Adoption event to follow until 4 p.m. WHERE: Joe’s PET DEPOT 205 Ross Street, Suite A Gillette, WY 82716
BACKGROUND: The Humane Society of the United States estimates that 2 million to 4 million puppies sold in the United States every year come from puppy mills, which are large-scale inhumane breeding facilities. Puppy mills contribute to the pet overpopulation problem, which results in about the same number of pets euthanized at shelters every year. Documented puppy mill conditions include over-breeding, inbreeding, minimal veterinary care, poor food and shelter, crowded cages and lack of socialization.
Proper disposal of Animal Carcasses and Hot Ashes from your stove or fireplace into your rollout or dumpster. Improper ash disposal has become a common cause of many forest and grass fires. Wood ashes retain enough heat to ignite other combustible materials for several days. Forestry officials caution homeowners about this serious threat to the safety of their families and homes. Improper ash disposals can destroy homes, outbuildings and other valuable resources. Please be careful. What can you do to prevent fires from igniting from hot wood ashes? •Dispose of wood ashes in a metal container that can be tightly closed, douse with water, place the closed container outside your home away from combustible materials and leave in the container for several days before disposing of them. Did you know that many people dispose of their wood stove ashes in garbage containers that are often plastic or
even paper bags? It does not take much heat for these types of containers to burst into flames. •Teach other family members about the dangers associated with hot ash disposal •Be careful with ashes around areas you might not consider combustible during wetter times, such as mulched flowerbeds and lawns that are drought stricken •Do Not place hot ashes in a dumpster where there are potentially other combustible materials •Do Not dispose of ashes in paper, plastic or cardboard containers •Do Not assume the ashes are cold and pour them onto the ground (even into a hole) where leaves can blow onto them or the wind can stir up sparks Once you are POSITIVE your container of ashes is “Cold”, place in a pile and prepare your container for the next load.
Business Council website wins prestigious economic development award
The Wyoming Business Council received a Silver Excellence in Economic Development Award for its website in the category of General Purpose Website for communities with populations of 200,000-500,000 from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The award was presented at an awards ceremony on Oct. 2, during the IEDC Annual Conference held Sept. 30–Oct. 3 in Houston, Texas. “We recognize the Wyoming Business Council for creating innovative and successful strategies to promote economic development in this period of global recovery,” said Jay Moon, IEDC chair. “Our awards honor organizations and individuals for
their efforts in creating positive change in communities. The Wyoming Business Council demonstrates that they are at the forefront of the economic development profession and are using cutting-edge, effective practices that can be replicated in other communities.” The Wyoming Business Council website, launched in May 2011, has increased outreach, education, marketing and public relations efforts for the agency. Inclusion of multimedia content, and soon GIS technology, will continue to provide its clients the best online resource possible. Visit the Business Council website atwww.wyomingbusiness. org. “This award speaks to the high quality work the
Wyoming Business Council staff put into the website,” said Bob Jensen, CEO of the Wyoming Business Council. “We’re proud of the award, but we’re equally pleased we have developed an online tool that our stakeholders and communities find useful in their economic development endeavors.” IEDC’s Excellence in Economic Development Awards recognizes the world’s best economic development programs and partnerships, marketing materials, and the year’s most influential leaders. These awards honor organizations and individuals for their efforts in creating positive change in urban, suburban, and rural communities. The International Eco-
nomic Development Council (IEDC) is the world’s largest independent nonprofit membership and research organization devoted exclusively to the field of economic development. IEDC helps economic development professionals create high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities and improve the quality of life in their regions. Serving more than 4,400 members, IEDC provides a diverse range of services including conferences, professional development and certification, publications, research, advisory services, and legislative tracking. Visit www.iedconline.org.
Eerie Reading
With all that homework that comes with a new school year, you may be hard pressed to get your kids to do any extra reading. However, a fun Halloween book will earn their attention. Check out “Professor Gargoyle: Tales From Lovecraft Middle School #1,” by Charles Gilman, the first in a new series about the strange world of a creepy middle school. With a science teacher who morphs into a monster before you even open the book, this is one book you can judge by its cover, and it may also in-
spire a great costume. A nod to H.P. Lovecraft, the iconic horror author of the 20th century, this book is ideal for boys and girls ages 10 and older. To learn more about the book, visit www.lovecraftmiddleschool.com.
Frightful Viewing
There’s nothing more evocative of the season than a Halloween movie. You can make a night of it at home with some popcorn and an old classic like “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” or take the kids to the theater for a new tale. “Hotel Transylvania,” for example, a 3-D computer-animated film starring Adam Sandler and Selena Gomez, will make Dracula fun for kids.
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From carving your own Jack-o-Lanterns to designing your own Halloween
On 9 February 1799, under the command of Captain Thomas Truxtun, Constellation fought and captured the frigate L’Insurgente of 36 guns, the fastest ship in the French Navy. The battle started about 18 miles (29 km) NE of the island of Nevis about midday when Constellation spotted L’Insurgente who cracked on studding sails and attempted to run. L’Insurgente had recently captured Retaliation, a schooner, in November 1796 and three weeks previous had been chased by the Constitution and had escaped. L’Insurgente’s job was that of commerce raiding; she wanted nothing to do with another warship and tried to flee Constellation. Within an hour of hauling in chase Truxtun was close enough to make private signals to identify if the ship he was pursuing was British or not. With no answer, he proceeded to chase L’Insurgente down, clearing for action and beating to quarters. Truxtun made private signals for the US Navy and again received no answer. Constellation crowded on all sail despite a rising squall that threatened to tear a sail or throw a spar. Reefing sail just long enough to weather the short squall, Constellation hardly paused but the same was not to be for L’Insurgente as her topmast snapped and slowed her to the onrushing Constellation. Captain Barreaut ordered L’Insurgente to lay up and prepared to fight. Constellation was outfitted with 24 pounder guns that caused her to lean too much to lee due to top weight and thus had to surrender the weather gage to L’Insurgente. She would be refitted with 18 pounder guns in her next refit. L’Insurgente raised the French Tricolor and Captain Barreaut tried to ask for parley. Captain Truxtun refused to answer as his orders were to attack any French warship or privateer and answered when his last gun could be brought to bear. American warships of this period fired for the hull as did the British and each of the 24 pounders had been double shotted. L’Insurgente fired as per her training at the Constellation’s masts and rigging. Constellation’s masts were saved when her sail was reduced taking pressure off the damaged mast. L’Insurgente was devastated by Constellation’s first broadside with many dead and others deserting their guns. L’Insurgente tried to board and slowed to close but this allowed Constellation to shoot ahead and crossed her bows for a bow rake with another broadside. Constellation crossed to windward and L’Insurgente turned to follow with both crews now exchanging port broadsides instead of starboard. One of Constellation’s 24 pounders smashed through the hull of L’Insurgente; unfortunately for L’Insurgente, her 12 pounders were not equal to the same task against Constellation’s hull. Captain Barreaut had been shown one of Constellation’s 24 pound cannon balls and understood that he was in a completely unequal contest with sails down and nothing comparable to reply with many already dead and wounded. He struck colors— the first major victory by an Americandesigned and -built warship.
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Fun Halloween ideas for the Family Autumn is here, which means Halloween is fast approaching. You can help make this season extra special for your kids by getting them in the spooky spirit with some great Halloween reading, viewing and hands-on activities.
What was the first official U.S. Navy vessel to engage and defeat an enemy? The USS Constellation during the Quasi War
Scene depicting the engagement, with the Constellation (left), firing upon the L’Insurgente (right).
Solid Waste Divison update Animal Carcasses
The City’s Solid Waste Division is asking all hunters to take animal carcasses to the County Landfill. If the Solid Waste Division spots a dead animal in a waste container, the container will not be picked up. Leaving a carcass in a waste container can attract dogs, cats and other animals to the container, which often leads to the carcass and trash being spread around the immediate area, street, alley or neighborhood. Leaving dead animals in roll-outs and dumpsters can create foul odors; it is also a welcome mat for bacteria. The City asks for the cooperation of all hunters in Gillette to assist with this request. Once again, the Solid Waste division will not pick up waste containers containing animal carcasses - the carcasses should be disposed of at the County Landfill. The Solid Waste division also asks customers to avoid putting hot ashes
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costumes to adorning your house and yard with homemade decorations, Halloween presents the perfect opportunity to get creative with crafts. Encourage your kids to go the do-it-yourself route this year. Not only are homemade costumes so much more unique than store-bought costumes, they can be inexpensive to create and are a lot more satisfying to show off to friends. Safety note: let little ones design their own Jack-o-Lanterns and help you scoop out the pumpkin, but leave the actual carving to an adult. Great crafting ideas abound on the Internet, including costumes that require no sewing. For inspiration, visit www.parenting. com. Make this Halloween a memorable one for kids with some great new reads, films and crafts.
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Decorating ideas to transform your home for fall Now is the time to plan and decorate your home for fall. This autumn, consider trying your hand at do-it-yourself home projects that add seasonal warmth and color to the home -- while creating fun for your whole family. “A great way to add excitement to seasonal décor for fall is with timely crafting projects with a theme or consistent color scheme,” said Nicole Long, manager of inspiration at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores. “This year, accenting traditional autumn colors like orange and brown with teals and purples can visually transform your home and will also liven up any seasonal party.” If you’re having trouble getting inspired, here’s an ideal project for teens and adults from the experts at Jo-Ann:
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(Approximate crafting time: 2 1/2 hours) Supplies and Tools (for one pillow): • 2 yards corduroy • 1/2 yard corduroy in contrasting color • 9”x12” felt squares, two each in coordinating colors • One package glitter buttons • Approx. 1 3/4 lbs. polyester fiberfill • Sewing machine • Basic sewing supplies • White glue
Directions: (Note: 1/2” seam allowance throughout) 1. Cut one strip main color corduroy 6”x72”. 2. Cut two large paisley shapes of same corduroy. 3. Cut one small paisley shape of contrasting corduroy. 4. Glue or sew small paisley on one main color paisley for top.
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5. Embellish top with felt shapes of choice and buttons. Sew or glue in place. 6. Sew the 6” edge of the long strip to make a large circle, leaving 1/2” open at top and bottom. 7. Place seam of strip at the point of the paisley top and sew all around. 8. Repeat with bottom, leaving a 6” opening for turning. 9. Turn and stuff. 10. Slip stitch opening closed. And there’s no better way to celebrate a new season than with a party that not only brings friends together, but inspires with something beautiful that you and your family created to decorate your home. In addition to seasonal thematic decorations, now’s the time to also break out some fall fare, like corn bread, pumpkin pie and apple cider, and play music at home that evokes autumn. Timely project ideas, such as embroidered cup sleeves and a paisley peacock cake, are available online at www.joann.com/holidays-autumn. Letting your home’s décor change with the seasons doesn’t need to stress you out. Make it fun by doing it yourself!
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Fishing Report Submitted by Mike and Roxan Smith - Empire Guesthouse, RV Park & General Store The walleye fishing at Keyhole this past week has been about as good as it gets. We’ve seen and heard of lots of limits of 15-20” fish being caught. I haven’t heard of any really big walleye lately, but lots of good eaters. Something I’ve been noticing lately is that most fishermen are releasing the walleye under 15”, which is a good thing. Those under 15” don’t provide much of a fillet anyway and should be left for another season. Now if most fishermen released the fish over 20” or kept just one, it
would help keep the lakes natural reproduction rate up. I hate regulations, but a slot of 15-20” with one over 20” would really help this lake. Let me know your opinion on this as I’m going to take it to Game & Fish. At this time, the walleye bite is still best on worm spinners and nightcrawlers. Spinner color doesn’t seem that important as I’ve been hearing of different colors from lots of fishermen. Depth seems to be the key lately, somewhere in the 5’-10’ range has been best. By the time you read
this we’ll have had a strong cold front go thru and probably change everything. By the weekend the water will be in the low to mid 50’s. At those temperatures the jig and minnow bite may start and hopefully the crappie will start to move up. Good luck and stop by the Empire Guesthouse for up-to-date fishing reports.
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Report author Mike Smith with David Corns of Pine Haven with stringer of walleye caught on Sept. 23.
Road Construction Updates Laurel Street
The northern half of Laurel Street at South Gillette Avenue will be closed from Tuesday, October 2nd through Friday, October 26th while crews install water fittings and subsequent pavement patching. This work is part of the 2012 Pavement Management Schedule C project and is funded by the Optional 1% Sales Tax.
Flying Circle Drive
The road closure for Flying Circle Drive between 4J Road and Jack Plane has been extended through Thursday, November 1st. As construction progresses, no more than two intersections will be closed at one time. This work is to install a new water line and new sanitary sewer line for the City of Gillette’s Flying Circle Sewer and Water Improvements Project.
Southern Drive (Lane closures)
Crews will be boring steel pipe along Southern Drive, east of Enzi Drive. In ad-
dition, crews will also be installing pipeline along Southern Drive from Highway 50 eastbound. This means for 3000’ both eastbound lanes of Southern Drive will be closed for from Monday, September 17th through September 21st, and this lane closure will ‘travel’ east as the crews install pipeline. The two northern lanes of Southern Drive will be used for two-way traffic, and the speed limit will be reduced to 45 MPH. Please watch for machinery and crews in this area and give construction workers a brake.
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The first week of the regular hunting season is almost over and it has been a busy one. The most common problem I’ve encountered is hunters failing to obey the Department signs on Walkin Areas. These areas have been leased for you to hunt on and compliance with landowner wishes is critical to continuing to be able to hunt these areas. The Wyoming Game and Fish department posts signs to inform hunters of what they can and cannot do on Walk-in Areas and with hunter cooperation we can ensure these areas are open for your future hunting enjoyment.
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Federal District Court of Wyoming Judge Scott Skavdahl denied a request today for a preliminary injunction in Free Speech v. Federal Election Commission (FEC), ruling that the FEC’s regulations determining whether grassroots groups must register and report with the government as political committees (PACs) are not unconstitutionally vague or overbroad. This prevents Free Speech from discussing issues during this election cycle unless it registers as a PAC. “Unfortunately, the ruling lets the FEC force any grassroots group that just mentions a candidate in an advertisement to fill out a complex set of forms,” said Steve Klein, attorney for Free Speech. “It would cost our clients more in accountant fees just to make sure these forms are properly filled out so they don’t risk jail time than they actually want to spend on their ads. That’s not disclosure; that’s censorship.” In his ruling, Judge Skavdahl extensively cited a recent decision by the Fourth
I Don’t Care who started it! By Glenn Woods
First I have to apologize to my listeners for playing what I played on the radio so many times. I was getting complaints. But I had to play it. I think you folks who heard it can understand why. Last week I played a recording of a woman from Ohio, protesting at a Mitt Romney event in Ohio. This delightful creature, weighing in at around 350lb with a raspy voice that must have been caused by a three pack a day habit, screeched at the top of her lungs that everyone needed to vote for Obama, because Obama makes sure that minorities have free “Obama Phones.” Honestly, I played the clip so many times I was getting complaints. But it needed to be heard. Now, for the record, this delightful round rump on the welfare rolls was not there by accident. It turns out that she and her friends were rounded up by the Obama supporting union known as Service Employees International Union (SEIU). These people are being bused from one event to another and paid $11.00 an hour to protest Mitt Romney. They are given signs, and told what to chant. I’d wager that the people of SEIU never figured that someone would actually approach this lady with a camera and ask her a question or two. I bet that by now they have told her not to talk to anyone. While I’m at it I’d like to point out that whoever it was that approached this lady was doing the job that the liberal media is supposed to be doing, but will not do. Trust me; you will not see this lady on ABC, NBC, CNN, CBS, or MSNBC. So I went on line and searched back to the beginning, when Obama first ran for political office, and found about 6min’ worth of video of people, just like her, admitting flat out, on camera, that they had not interest in getting a job, and that they intended to vote for Obama because they knew that Obama was going to get them “FREE STUFF.”
I posted that video on YouTube. It easily crossed over ten thousands hits in just a few days. What I found most interesting, but not surprising, is the response that I got from angry Democrats who can’t believe that I would actually post something like this on the internet. I mean, Lord help us if someone starts exposing the truth, I guess. I got so much hate mail, some of which I had to delete from my YouTube page due to vile language, I decided to post another video in which I took the time to explain myself to these liberals. “I don’t care if Bush started these programs, or Reagan, or Carter, or Clinton. I don’t care which party, or when,” I said. You see, this issue is really not about party. And for sake of argument, both parties are guilty. Guilty of what? - Good question. Glad I asked it. Through the decades, both parties in Washington and at that State and Local level have fostered a class of dependency in this nation. It spans from big cities to small towns. Every day, all across America people like up to get what they can get, for free, from the government, and they will elect whoever will promise to keep money and benefits rolling in. You see, I explained to the YouTube audience, I don’t really care to play the, ‘Who’s fault is it?’ game anymore. The fact of the matter is that this ‘gimme mine’ mentality is not good for the nation, on any level.
Our nation was settled, and built, by people who came here with the hope of building their dreams with their own two hands. But now we see, across the nation, millions of people who want a handout. --- It his good for the nation, or bad? Let me ask that again. Is this good for the nation, or bad? The answer is obvious, to anyone. As you might imagine that sparked a string of hateful E-mail’s to me about how I just wanted to see the “less fortunate” starve. Folks, I have never wanted to see anyone starve. I am all for helping someone who is down. I have needed help when I was down. I understand how it is. But there is a difference between a hand up and fostering generations of dependency. There is a big difference when you see lines a million or more long of people who will say, with pride, that they have no intention of working and every intention of voting for someone who gives them free stuff. If any of you reading this right now doubt that such people exist, I invite you to go to my website, at BoldRepublic.com, scroll down the Homepage, and click on the YouTube link. There you will find the videos that I am talking about and you can see for yourself. I don’t care how this started. I don’t care who you want to blame. What you will see in that video is shocking, and not in any way good for this nation, and it has to come to a stop.
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Circuit Court of Appeals that upheld the regulations challenged in this case. These include the FEC’s definition of “express advocacy,” whether a donation request is a “solicitation” for contributions, whether a group’s “major purpose” is the election or defeat of a candidate, and whether the FEC may determine PAC status on a case-by-case basis. “Today’s ruling is a disappointment for grassroots speakers nationwide,” said Benjamin Barr, WyLiberty attorney. “After nine months of asking the FEC for guidance, all it could do was shrug, leaving Free
Speech and others muted by the heavy cost of compliance with its complicated regulations. Other federal courts have ruled that government agencies must be able to spell out what the law means and how it operates to survive constitutional review. We intend to hold the FEC to this basic requirement.” The FEC recently filed a motion to dismiss the case, which Free Speech promptly answered yesterday. “This case is only beginning, and we’ll continue to zealously fight for Free Speech, whether here or at the appellate level” said Klein.
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A Commentary by Benjamin Barr - Wyoming Liberty Group A funny thing happens when you depend on bureaucrats to protect your First Amendment rights. To borrow from a quote of a Federal Election Commission lawyer I squared off with at a recent hearing, “There’s no guarantee.” There is no guarantee the government won’t investigate you for speaking “too much.” No guarantee the government will evenhandedly decide who has to comply with cumbersome regulations under the law and who won’t. No guarantee. On September 12, I argued against the FEC on behalf of my client, Free Speech. On October 3, we will learn the result of those arguments. The cause of our controversy rests on whether the FEC can demand that grassroots groups register and report with the federal government just to criticize it. Nearly eight months after we asked the FEC to define basic elements of federal election law, all it could do is shrug, leaving Free Speech silenced due to the criminal and civil penalties
that attach to violations of the Federal Election Campaign Act. Free Speech gave the FEC ample opportunities to articulate one standard citizens could rely on so they don’t risk going to jail or facing onerous penalties that could bankrupt them -- all this just for speaking. Perhaps not all that surprising, months after Free Speech asked for an advisory opinion about how to comply with federal election law, the FEC issued three contradictory draft opinions, two contradictory sets of statements of reasons, and one “partial response” advisory opinion that failed to answer basic questions put before the Commission. You might think that the nation’s expert in election law should be able to tell Americans what constitutes “express advocacy” (regulated under the law) or just who is a political committee (facing even more regulations) or other basic elements of the Federal Election Campaign Act. But you would be wrong in that assumption. Behind
the FEC’s veneer of providing “public disclosure” rests a system of rigorous regulations that the FEC makes up as it goes along, trapping innocent speakers and groups along the way. This time, one of those groups followed Chief Justice Roberts’ admonition “enough is enough” and filed suit to end these abuses. While oral argument was illuminating on many fronts, one particular dialogue remains stuck in this attorney’s mind. After asking the FEC to interpret Free Speech’s proposed advertisements, it deadlocked on several of them, with half of the commissioners noting that Free Speech was free and the other half noting that it was fully regulated under the law. Lawyers for the FEC don’t see this deadlock as fatal to its program. But when our judge correctly asked if a tie among commissioners meant a green light for Free Speech, the FEC agreed and then quickly backtracked. In follow-up, the judge asked to confirm that Free Speech would enjoy full immunity
if it spoke since commissioners couldn’t agree on the reach of the law. FEC counsel then showed their hand explaining, “there’s no guarantee.” There is one guarantee Free Speech is betting on and it’s one the FEC often overlooks: the First Amendment. It includes an unequivocal, if ignored; guarantee that protects our cherished freedom of speech. That guarantee rests in our constitutional covenant, not in the shifting and unreliable promises of speech bureaucrats. In time, we hope Free Speech v. FEC restores these basic premises, ensuring that the agency administering federal election law can articulate what the law means while being careful to protect the constitutional liberties of free speakers nationwide.
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Memorial services for Alberta Jean King will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 6, 2012 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church with Pastor Tom Frey officiating. Alberta King, age 75, of Gillette, Wyoming died at her home on Saturday,
September 29, 2012 due to heart complications. Alberta was born on January 25, 1937 in Orchard, Nebraska the daughter of Albert and Edith (Hille) Holbrook. She was raised and educated in Orchard. Alberta married Keith Norman King Sr. on July 9, 1956. The couple lived in Stuart, Nebraska until 1978, when they moved to Gillette, Wyoming. Alberta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Her hobbies included watching baseball, gardening, crocheting, camping and attending the numerous activities of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Alberta was a member of Prince Of Peace Lutheran Church and her faith got her through the rough times. She was very generous,
willing to help out if any one needed. Alberta loved life and each adventure it held. Although she will be greatly missed she has a new adventure now with God and her family in heaven. Rest in peace we will love and miss you forever. Alberta is survived by her children: Norm King, Kevin King and Tammy Morrison all of Gillette, Wyoming; mother, Edith Holbrook of Stuart, Nebraska; brothers: Eugene Holbrook of Nebraska and Dwight Holbrook of California; sister, Carolyn Schleis of Iowa; 8 grandchildren, 14 greatgrandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, father, two sons: Allan and Brent King and brother Rolland Holbrook. Memorials and condolences may be sent in Alberta’s name in care of Gillette Memorial Chapel, 210 W. 5th Street, Gillette, Wyoming 82716 or via the internet at www.gillettememorialchapel.com.
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CCJFL make history By Valarie Terry - Observer Sports Reporter
Gillette College rodeo results This weekend the Gillette College Men’s team finished 4th at the Sheridan rodeo. The team was led by Dane Kissack of Spearfish SD winning 2nd in the calf roping. Other team members scoring points were Casey Bruer 4th place bareback riding, Travis Nelson 4th place saddle bronc riding. Gillette still leads the overall standing in the Central Rocky Mountain Region by 265 points over Casper College.
Men Regional Standings 1 Gillette College 1475 2. Casper College 1210 3. Eastern Wyoming College 1135 4. University of Wyoming 1045 5. North Eastern Jr College 1025 On the Girls side of things the team finished 3rd behind University of Wyoming & Central Wyoming College. The team was led by freshman Kristi Steffes winning 1st in the barrel racing (attached pic). Others scoring points were Jordan Thurston 5th place goat tying. The Lady
Pronghorns are now in 3rd place in the overall Central Rocky Mountain Regional Standings. Girls Regional Standings 1. North eastern Jr. College 972 2. University of Wyoming 960 3. Gillette College 815 4. Chadron State College 570 5. Central Wyoming College 482 Thank You everyone for the support and all of you that attended the Sheridan rodeo this weekend to support the team. The team will leave Thursday to travel to Lamar Colorado for the 4th of 5 Fall rodeos.
Observer All-Star game. In the middle of the season Bowden had a stomach bug and did not feel well on game day but he still toughed it out and showed up to the game to stand with his team on the sidelines through the whole game encouraging and cheering them on every second of the game. The Cowboys head coach Joe says Bowden is a very skilled player for this being his first year to play football in a league setting. Joe went on to say Bowden leads the team in interceptions and is a very good team player. Next year in Junior High most of Bowdens team will have to attend try outs and be skilled enough to make a team but there is no worries from this young man, only excitement. Bowdens favorite team is the Greenbay Packers and he tries to watch every game possible, he inspires to be like infamous linebacker Clay Matthews. Bowdens mother Lynnea is a stranger to the football world so he has taken the time to start teaching his mom about the game, they are both very happy with the extra quality time it makes for the two of them. When asked what his favorite thing about football was he said it was running. Bowden is very excited about the tournament this weekend saying “I know were going to win because out team is awesome”. Keep an eye out for this enthusiastic football player he very well could be the next Clay Matthews.
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Logan Bowden all suited up for their very first game of the season, he has been a very important part of the Cowboys and leads the team in interceptions.
By Valarie Terry - Observer Sports Reporter
a close to full roster of 11 derby girls and only have to borrow three girls from Cheyenne’s Capidoll Punishers for this weekend’s bout. They skated against the Capidolls at the beginning of the season and are now coming together to help each other out. They are in it to win it and are going to fight till the bitter end to mark a win for the final season of the game. The Betties have come up with a theme for almost every home bout they have hosted and with this being the last bout of the season the team wanted this event to be one to remember. October is beyond perfect for bout month for any roller derby team. With Halloween just around the corner the Betties are dubbing this bout event “Zombetties” with a zombie theme for the team and for fans that are in attendance. The Betties are always looking for ways to keep their fans on the edge of their seats and coming back for more. They are asking that fans coming to the bout dressed in their best costume, zombie costumes preferred. At half time the Betties will have a zombie costume contest and the best adult zombie will be given tickets for the 2013 season
“Nobody’s a natural. You work hard to get good and then work to get better. It’s hard to stay on top.” - Paul Coffey
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Betties Season Closer The Betties are closing their season with a bout against the Caspers A’Salt Creek Roller Girls. The betties are coming off of a home win where they rocked the Hel’z Belles with a final score of 162-122. The Betties have had a great season with 6 bouts on record which made for an explosive historic first season for the women. They have won some and lost some all while keeping a very positive excited attitude about their season. The Betties are going with a zombie theme for their last bout and will be very interactive with the crowd. They have a few local organizations that will be in attendance and will be recognizing them in efforts to spread awareness about the community’s organizations. The Betties are ready for a tough bout and say the A’Salt Creek Roller Girls are a tough team however they are confident going into Saturday’s bout. The Casper team actually helped the Betties when they were just forming as a team. “They came and taught us so much about the game and everything derby so we are pretty excited to show them where their help has gotten us” says TwinKill Toes of the Betties. The Betties have
at 7pm. Players and Coaches have been practicing very hard and putting every ounce of blood sweat and tears into this season in hopes of being able to be the best team in their division. The league is comprised of two division’s 3rd & 4th and 5th & 6th grade boys from every school in the area. These young boys have been meeting on the field since early August battling it out and playing hard. Nearly every team in the CCJFL met up to four times a week and played at least one game per week during the season. During the season you can see large crowds of people gathering at the CCJFL fields. Coaches and players have worked tremendously hard and are more than ready for the showdown this weekend. Every one of these kids is amazing and talented athletes.
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By Valarie Terry - Observer Sports Reporter Logan Bowden, 11, is a life-long resident of Gillette and is a Conestoga Cougar 6th grader. Logan is a great athlete who enjoys track and field, baseball, basketball and football. Last year in 5th grade Logan started showing interest in football when he began playing with friends of his at recess. Every day he went to school he looked forward to playing football with his classmates and was over the moon when it was football day in P.E. He picked up the game very quickly much to his parent’s surprise. “Our families don’t really even get into football so I was a little surprised when he soon became obsessed with the game” says his mother Lynnea. Bowden started asking for footballs and soon had a small collection of different balls which he often took to school. For his 11th birthday he didn’t want an extravagant expensive birthday party all he wanted was to invite some kids out to the CCJFL field to play some football for a an hour or two. When he heard about the Campbell County Junior Football Leagues he asked if he could sign up and play with a team and was soon signed up to play with the 5th and 6th grade Cowboys. On the first couple days of practice coaches thought Bowden made an excellent Cornerback, Wide receiver and Safety he is very skilled when it comes to those positions. Bowden is a dedicated player; he has not missed one practice and is at every
The Campbell County Junior Football League will make history this weekend with the leagues very first annual James Hladky Memorial Football Tournament. The league has never had an end of the year tournament to determine who the ultimate winner is. This year the league finally decided to honor the players and have a final battle. The weekend long tournament started this past Wednesday for the CCJFL. Teams from each division met up on Wednesday and the winning teams from those matchups will move on and play in games on Thursday and Friday. Winners from those games will play in a final tournament on Saturday. Saturday will the leagues final game day ending the season with a crowned winner. Each team will have their fare shot in making it to the last game and playing at the Camel Stadium Saturday
bout. And as always you will be witness to the infamous duck toss and push cart races that involve spectators in the fun and games whether you are in a costume or not. Children will also have the chance to win a pumpkin from the Betties at the bout if they participate in the red light green light races. The fun doesn’t end there because the Betties are also have a monster mash contest with all the derby loving kids who come out to the bout on Saturday. The Betties have supported many local charity organizations through the season donating a percentage of their proceeds from each bout to specific organizations in the community. They have invited many of those organizations to come to the bout and set up booths to have an opportunity to spread awareness to the community. FRG (Family Ready Group), YES House Girls Cottage and GARF will be in attendance and available to the community if there is anyone interested in these organizations. The Betties are extremely community orientated and are very excited to have them be a part of their event.
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The 1903 World Series was the first modern World Series to be played in Major League Baseball. It matched the Boston Americans of the American League against the Pittsburgh Pirates of the National League in a best-of-nine series, with Boston prevailing five games to three, winning the last four. Pittsburgh pitcher Sam Leever injured his shoulder while trap-shooting, so his teammate Deacon Phillippe had to pitch five complete games for Pittsburgh. Phillippe won three of his games, but it was not enough to overcome the club from the new American League. Boston pitchers Bill Dinneen and Cy Young led Boston to victory. Due to overflow crowds at the Exposition Park games, if a batted ball rolled under a rope in the outfield that held spectators back, a “ground-rule triple” would be scored. Seventeen ground-rule triples were hit in the four games played at the Exposition Park. In Game 1, Phillippe set a World Series record by striking out ten Boston batters. That record lasted barely one day, as Dinneen struck out eleven Pittsburgh batters in Game 2. Honus Wagner, bothered by injuries, batted only 6 for 27 (.222) in the Series and committed six errors. The shortstop was deeply distraught by his performance. The following spring, Wagner (who led the league in 1903 in batting average) refused to send his portrait to a “Hall of Fame” for batting champions. “I was too bum last year,” he wrote. “I was a joke in that Boston-Pittsburgh Series. What does it profit a man to hammer along and make a few hits when they are not needed only to fall down when it comes to a pinch? I would be ashamed to have my picture up now.” In this World Series, the Boston Americans came back from a three games to one deficit, winning the final four games (in a best-of-nine Series rather than the now standard best-of-seven). Such a comeback would not happen again until the Pirates came back to defeat the Washington Senators in the 1925 World Series, and has happened only ten times in baseball history. The Pirates repeated this feat in 1979 against the Baltimore Orioles. Much was made of the influence of Boston’s “Royal Rooters”, who traveled to Pittsburgh and sang their theme song “Tessie” to distract the opposing players (especially Honus Wagner). Boston would end up winning three out of the four games at Pittsburgh. The Pirates’ benevolent owner Barney Dreyfuss added his share of the gate receipts to the players’ share, so the losing team’s players actually finished with a larger individual share than the winning teams. The Series brought the new American League prestige and proved its best could beat the best of the National League, thus strengthening the demand for future World Series
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Guns for Sale
Guns for Sale
Services
Czech CZ-82 Pistol. 9X18 Caliber, semi auto. High quality steel construction made for field use. 12 round capacity magazine, cock and lock style safety, super accurate polygonal rifled barrel. Comes with extra magazine, cleaning tools, and original issue military holster. Regular price $387.93, On sale with this ad for only $315.00. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 299-2084 and mention this ad.
Wyoming Mountaineers now offers easy payment plans on any in stock firearm. Your debit card is your line of credit. Purchase any firearm that is in stock making 4 payments weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Processing fee and payment plan fee apply. Call Wyoming Mountaineers for more details. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 299-2084 and mention this ad.
Homeowners and renters insurance for house, trailer, or apartments. Call Elizabeth Jones Agency 307-682-6520
Taurus Model 827, 38 SPL revolver. 7RND, 4” barrel, Stainless Steel. MSRP $664.00. Mention this ad and get MSRP for $350.00 (4 easy payments of $102.03) Wyoming Mountaineers, call or text 307-299-2084 D132-TFN
Want To Get in Shape?Like to have Fun? Learn The Graceful moves of American Oriental Belly Dancing! The 3rd Sunday of every month. Call Leanna Tabatt 307-6808457
Taurus Model 827, 38SPL Revolver. 7rnd, 4” Barrel, Stainless Steel. MSRP: $664.00 on sale with this add $575.00. or make 4 payments of $163.20 each. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 2992084 and mention this ad. Remington model 770 Sportsman with 3x9 scope. 270 win. 22” barrel, black syn. Stock. MSRP $375.00. Mention this ad and buy same MSRP for $325.00 (or 4 payments of $95.40). Wyoming Mountaineers, call or text 307-299-2084 D132-TFN Savage Arms/Stevens Model 350 12 Ga. pump shotgun. 3” chamber, 28” barrel, 4+1 Capacity, Black soft touch synthetic stock. Screw in chokes comes with modified choke. Bottom eject makes this an excellent waterfowl and upland bird hunting gun. Regular price $294.95. On sale with this ad for only $250.00. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 299-2084 and mention this ad. Get a piece of history. Mosin Nagant Russian M91/30 Surplus Rifle. Very good to Excellent condition 7.62X54 Caliber. These are a very accurate rifle shooting 4” groups at 1000 yards. Open sights are adjustable to yardage with a push of a button. Great gun for hunting deer or elk very cheap ammo available for target practice ($85 per 440 rnds) Comes with military issue sling, sling pouches, bayonet, and cleaning tools. Retailing as high as $175.00 on sale with this ad $145.00. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 2992084 and mention this ad.
Gunsmithing Special of the week. Electrolysis Barrel Cleaning. Increase the accuracy of your firearm, get ready for hunting season or a summer of shooting fun. Most cleanings complete overnight and your gun is ready the next day. This week only $25.00. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 2992084 and mention this ad. Before you buy, make a call to get a quote. We can order any gun you are looking at and just may be able to save you a ton of money. Call for a free quote. $15.00 FFL Transfer Fee on all internet purchases. If you find that smoking great deal on the internet we transfer guns for only $15.00 per gun. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 2992084 and mention this ad. Colt AR-15, Sporty Target. Pre-ban, INCREDIBLY LOW SALE NUMBER. Great condition $1,500. (307) 6894339. D1-32-2V 1903 Springfield. 30o6 Cal. U.S. Military. $700 obo. Call (307) 682-7864
Pets Basset Hound pups for sale; 9 weeks old; need shots. Rust and White and Tricolor $250.00; One Lemon and White female $300.00. Transportation cost additional if I deliver @ 25 cents per mile. Serious Inquiries Only! Please call 307-382-9282.
Powder River Roofing is N.E. Wyoming’s top quality roofing, with the highest safety standards in the area. Call for your FREE estimate today for metal/wood/shingle removal, install, and repair. (307)-696-7465. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
Looking to buy a new computer? Why waste the money? “Your Computer Store” has refurbished towers and laptops rebuilt right here in our store. Plenty of memory, disc space, and advice. Come by and see our inventory at “Your Computer Store,” where YOU come first! 802 E. Third St next to Ice Cream Land Powder River Mechanics. We have the cheapest labor rates, but the best quality repairs in town. We offer full services on Foreign and domestic vehicles, ATV’s, Snowmobiles, motorcycles, jet ski’s, boats, and more. Let us put you on a Preventative maintenance schedule so your vehicles run miles past your warranty. Call for an appointment. 307-6967713. Avenue Mall - Over 30 vendors, come check us out! 217 Gillette Ave. Mon-Fri. 9AM to 7 PM, Sat. 9AM- 5 PM, Sun. 10 AM - 4 PM Computers have become like cars, and they need repaired. Want the best quality repair work in N.E. Wyoming? Bring your computer to “Your Computer Store.” Quality work at a quality price. “Your Computer Store,” where YOU COME FIRST 802 E. Third street next to Ice Cream Land. Auto insurance preferred and SR-22’s. Call Elizabeth Jones Agency 307-682-6520 Motorcycle and ATV insurance. Call Elizabeth Jones Agency 307-682-6520
Autos, Trucks and Vans ‘76 Electra-Glide would consider trade on Pan or Knuck if ya know of anyone, ‘81 sent it to LA-S&S, 11.5to1 and dual-plugged to run regular-gas, had burn-out time at Hog-Jam! Ben 680.7464. 2004 Yukon Denali XL,6.0 Motor, Loaded $14,000 OBO 660-9351 2008 Hyundai Sonata LMTD, 40,000 mi. $13,500, Call 307-660-2532. 2000 Chevy Silverado 4x4 1/2 Ton Pickup. New tires, ext. cab, long bed. 148,000 mi. One owner. 307-6700858 or 303-250-4096 97’ Chevy Long Box Extended Cab. ¾ Ton, selling for Parts. $1,000 OBO. 307680-7431 1982 Chevy Ventura Van. 350 Engine, 400 Turbo newly rebuilt transmission. Interior in GREAT shape, has a working electric wet bar and built in cooler in back. Carb. needs re-jetted, other than that there are no problems. Must see. Asking $3,500 or best offer. Price:$3,500obo. Contact: 307-670-8980 1952 Chevy Dumptruck, hauls 5 tons of coal $1500 307-682-1172 1986 Toyota Tercel 4x4. $1050.00. Call 307-2995918
Yard Sale Garage sale - 2524 gallery view dr (crest view) Cloths of various sizes $0.50 for all articles of clothing with the exceptions of a couple items. Saturday Starting at 7AM
Wanted to Buy I Buy Militaria. Swords, uniforms, bayonets, medals, guns/parts, field gear. 6827864 Wanted: Old Batteries. Call 307-670-1675. D4-30-8P WILL PAY CASH FOR CAMPERS. Call Scott (307) 680-0854.
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Homes for Sale
1939 HA Selmer Trumpet $750 OBO. 687-1087 Exterior door with window, interior light fixtures, and computer supplies. E-mail Corsair115@yahoo.com
Home for sale by owner in Western Way. Asking $239,000 for the 1,800 sq. ft. 3 bedroom 2 bath home with an unfinished basement and a two car garage. Fully fenced, large landscaped yard with a sprinkler system. Home is within walking distance to the new recreation center and the new elementary school that is being built. Please contact me at 307-670-1209 if you are interested.
Refrigerator (white) Great condition $100 307-2995918 Blue Dual Reclining Sofa. Good shape $100 Call 6802982. Can text photo if you like. Spyder Semi-auto paint ball gun. cal..68 Special Edition. Only used twice! New $300 For you $175 plus two canisters. Call 680-1302 If you are interested in purchasing Nutrient Rich Ranch Raised Beef grown locally, call 307-340-1108. Great Jerky http://www.rberlinger.jerkydirect.com/ Five roasts and twelve pounds of hamburger for a flat rate. $150.00. All ranch raised beef. This is an approximate savings of 10% on the total. Contact Jason Walker at 307-686-0577 For sale: whirlpool refrigerator, brand new patio propane heater, still in box Cabela’s shower tent, large dining room dark blue/red rooster rug, 10” wet tile saw, treadmill. Call 682-6353. Kojac series One, two and three dvd $65.00 $98 value 307 - 670 - 1887
Tri-level house for sale 4 bed 2 bath $209,000 (307) 6701925. 40+ Acres 2 miles south of Wright 1999 Atlantic Oak Modular. $250,000 OBO Call 307 - 680 – 2374 Great House - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, computer room, huge island kitchen, fireplace. Must see! call 307-687-0333 C1-23-tfn 3 bedroom 11/2 bath C1-39-tfnh
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FSBO 2,688 SF home on corner lot with fenced back yard. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, upgraded kitchen, finished walkout basement, oversized garage. $259,000. 307-680-9180.
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Two place aluminum snowmobile trailer. $1,600. 307689-0202
Home Appliances/ Furnshings Booth Table. L-shaped. With Chairs. Seats 6. $500.00 Call 299-4967 Three antique pressedbacked oak chairs. Excellent condition. $85 each. 6820042 Storage Unit Sale!!!!! Home stereo, car speakers, 2 dressers, mattress and box spring sets $20, chests, coffee table, chairs, end tables and much more. Call (307) 682-7864
Local Foods Grass Fed Beef and Draft Horses Come to our website for all our available products. www.EZRocking-Ranch.com Owned by local Campbell County Rancher.
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Help Wanted Cook needed at Lu La Bells. Motivated and Energetic. Days Only. Apply at Lu La bells. Powder River Roofing, a growing company in N.E. Wyoming, is hiring full time roofers. Call 307-696-7465 for an interview. Personal Assistant needed to organize and help. Basic computer skills needed, must be good with organization. I am ready to pay $600.00 per week. Interested person should contact: deans995@ gmail.com Bl-32-2V Full Time Flooring Installers wanted. Must have experience. Bring resumes in to Carpet Express Direct on Hwy. 59 next to the Prime Rib Restaurant. Exciting new career. Unlimited income potential. Think you can sell? Call 307-2994662. We offer commission, fuel allowance, and much more. Sell in the Bighorn, Casper, Powder River, and Black Hills Area. Powder River Mechanics is hiring one shop mechanic. Must be able to perform efficiently, but with the best quality in town. Relaxed work environment. Duties include repairing all domestic and foreign vehicles, atv’s, jet ski’s, motorcycles, boats, and more. Call Powder River Mechanical at 307-670-2037 to set up an interview. Are you a friendly outgoing individual? Do you connect with people casually? Are you looking for supplemental income? Do you need to be in charge of your own hours? We are looking for an independent contractor for commissioned based ad sales. For more information call Sandra at 307-689-0028 or email at campbellcountytidbits@yahoo.com State Wide Sales people. Print Advertising Sales for new State-wide newspaper. Call 307-299-4662
Work Wanted Skidsteer with Operator. For all your Snow Removal and Dirt needs. Call Ken at 307680-5947
1-5 bedroom units available for rent. Please contact Real Estate Systems of Gillette Inc at 307-682-0964 for all the updated details. Foothills View Apartments Hot Move In Special! Cool, Clean, Quiet Apartments. A/C, 2 Bdrm. $695 1Bdrm. $595. Showing anytime Call 307-686-6488 C3-28-2v Spacious & new, 1, 2, &3 bdrm affordable apartments available now! Call 6858066. Washer and dryer in every unit. Private sunny patio or balcony. Special move-in rate, 1 bdrm: $694, 2 bdrm: $777, 3 bdrm: $888. Move in now and deduct $ 200 off first month while special lasts. Call Konnie or Celeste at Highland Properties 685-8066.
Wyoming Country Party Convention The Wyoming Country Party would like to invite you to our first party convention. Thinking of running for office? We are looking for viable candidates. Find out more at Wyomingcountryparty.org. Want to come to the convention? The Wyoming Country Party convention is this Saturday, August 11th at 1pm at the Parkway Plaza Hotel in Casper. Paid for by the Wyoming Country Party.
Personals Interested in founding a Sherlock Holmes Society in Gillette? Contact gillettesherlockians@gmail. com for info.
For Rent 2 Bedroom Duplex, with one car garage, washer/dryer, no pets. $700rent/$700deposit. 307-689-0202 Room for Rent. Nice Room for Rent for one responsible person. $480.00 per month. 689-9358.
Child Care Full Time babysitter available in Sleepy Hollow at my home. CPR Trained, accepting 2 children. Cost is $100.00 per week per child. Hours are 7:30am-5:30pm. Call 307-257-2306 for more information, and to meet and interview.
Toys (ATV’s Boats, Etc.) BOAT FOR SALE. 18ft 120 port jet outboard bass tracker for sale. Call 307-680-5947 International Tractor 300 Utility For Sale. $2000 Artic Cat 4X4 2001For Sale. $2000 Call Bill 307 - 660 – 8563 1988 Honda Gl1500 for free if interested contact me at ( james.bernard10@live.com ) 2010 Polaris 550 eps with less than 100 miles, books for $8,000. make and offer. Call Steve Terry at 307-2992992 Chopper - Custom built frame, s&s engine, carb, etc. 80ci. Evolution engine. Wide glide front end. Low. Torn apart down to frame. Have all parts, could be built in two days with under $200.00. Asking $5,500 or best offer. Price:$5,500obo. Contact: 307-670-2037 1981 Harley Davidson FXBSturgis, 1st dual-belt drive to commemorate Hill-Climb @ Sturgis, Jack-Pine Gypsies rally started in ‘41, 50th anniversary model. 12K on straight-up original paint, new Moetzler’s driven-by beefed Shovel, 102hp at wheel. Perfect in every aspect, serious inquiries only, loan is $15K and value of over 25K. Ben 680.7464, 3-other older bikes and this has to go to the right person! Custom Harley Soft tail. Being built, need to sell now. Almost finished. Chopper, built in Sturgis, SD. Asking $5,500 and will help you build it. HAVE ALL PARTS! Call 257-2306 Boat for Sale with trailer. Needs work. Call 670-8980 for info.
Toy Parts & Accessories Stock pipes for Sportster. 500mi. Stock pices for Dyna Wide Glide. 1500mi. Email baxtersmom62@gmail.com for info. 1999 Vortec 350 intake and heads make offer 622-0825 A1-39-tfnh Rare Find 1969 Pontiac Motor 390 H.P. and 470 ft. torque stock from factory. Aluminum Edelbrock intake goes with motor best offer takes it! 307-622-0825 A1-39-TFNH Four 16 inch rims, five hole, with caps.$90 307 - 670 1887 Harley Accessories for sale. Call 307-670-8980. Ask for Tammy.
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Miscellaneous
Produce for Sale
Licensed daycare now open. Spots available full-time and before and after school. Close to Rozet school and the post office. Monday through Friday 6:30am to 6pm. Ages 3 and up. Call 307-299-1915
Fresh local “Free Range” eggs. All natural, no animal by-products. No antibiotics. $3/Doz. 257-9049
Bring your catch by the Empire Guesthouse for photographs which may be published in this newspaper with our fishing reports. Along with that, the Guesthouse staff will be awarding monthly prizes for those that let us photograph them and their catch. It doesn’t have to be a trophy to enter and there will be special prizes for those 12 and under. Carp shooters are also welcome to enter. Check with the Guesthouse for more details.
Campers & Motor Homes
ACE will reduce your appetite and give you energy. The natural way to lose weight. www.facebook.com/AcePill 660-2974
1997 32ft. Class A Motor Home. Sleeps 6, Only 31,000 Miles. Asking $17,000. Call (307) 660-7520.
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Large Private RV/Camper Lot for rent. Big yard, trees. All utilities available. $400 per month, $400 deposit. 1 year lease. Call (307) 6601007. 5th wheel camper for sale. Call Skip (307) 680-0073
Business Opportunities Looking for investor in local business. Call for Details. 307-257-2306. Exciting career available Now! No weekends, holidays, or nights. Unlimited income potential. 20% commission plus gas allowance selling print advertising. Call Anne Peterson (advertising manager) at (307) 299-4662 or email AnnePeterson@ CampbellCountyObserver. com Health problems? Try doTERRA certified pure essential oils. 307-680-0363. www. myvoffice.com/healingisbelieving
Minnows, crawlers, leeches, fishing tackle, boating and camping supplies. Fully furnished cabin rentals, 50 Amp Full Hookup RV sites 5 minutes from Keyhole Reservoir in Pine Haven. Empire Guesthouse & RV Park 307756-3454. www.empireguesthouse.com
FOR SALE Electric Range: $75 Dishwasher: $40 Both work good.
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Heavy Equipment/ Trailers 6x10 trailer. Great shape, fits your biggest Harley. $1,400 obo. 299-4967. 1981 Circle J 4-horse Horse Trailer. New floor, paint and wiring. $2500 OBO Call 307 - 680 – 2374 1981 Circle J 4-horse Horse Trailer. New floor, paint and wiring done in shop class 2 years ago. No rust only used once since redone. $2500 or OBO Call 307 - 680 – 2374
Tonneau Cover for sale! Cover will fit any pickup with an 8' bed, long wheel base - $125.00
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October 5 - 12, 2012
The Boston Massacre
Our Roots
Gillette Police Department awards two officers Life Saving Awards
By Mike Borda The lead up to the American Revolution was long and tough. Through decades of disagreements and protests, the American colonists showed that they yearned for freedom, away from the British. However, in the course of history some events have stuck out as particularly important in the formation of the conflict itself. One of these events was the Boston Massacre, an event that is to this day not fully understood. The day was March 5, 1770. By this point, the colonies were already suffering under a multitude of unfair taxes from King George III. Things were reaching a tipping point, and Americans were ready to take action. The British, aware of the unrest, decided to send extra troops to Boston, the hub of the rebellion. During the months leading up to the event, there were several clashes between the British soldiers and Americans civilians. One key event was the slaying of a grade-school boy by an intoxicated British official. This only further infuriated the Americans, and they were ready to strike back. They took their stand at the Customs House, gathering into a mob ready to take on the forces occupying their city. The Americans began taunting the British soldier standing guard, although at first he held his own. Failing to draw a response, the crowd began physically threatening the young man, who was
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eventually re-enforced by several other soldiers from nearby. Things were escalating, and quickly. By then the Americans numbered in the hundreds, closing in on the small formation of soldiers on the building’s doorsteps. They began throwing things at the British, taunting them to fire their weapons and start the riot. At some point, a British soldier named Hugh Montgomery was hit by an object, possibly knocking down his weapon. At this point, the famous shots were fired, although not ordered by the British commanding officer. Eight Americans were hit, and five of them died. The first casualty is eventually recorded as an African American man named Crispus Attucks. Using him as a martyr, the colonists demanded justice. Eventually the soldiers were put on trial, with two of them found guilty (although they did not receive death sentences). Instead, they had their thumbs branded with the letter “M”, signifying that they were murderers. The Boston Massacre was not the start of the American Revolution, but it served as a monumental stepping stone in the direction of conflict. Afterwards the war became inevitable, and officially started 5 years later. Although the Boston Massacre was a confusing event, it showed that the stage had been set, and became an event that history would never forget.
The Gillette Police Department would like to recognize two (2) Police Officers who have saved the lives of two (2) separate infants who were choking. On September 7, 2012, Officer Ryan Mahylis responded to an emergency call where a 15 month old
child was choking and unable to breath. He performed back strikes and chest compressions until he was able to dislodge a piece of yo-yo that the child was choking on. On September 13, 2012, Officer Alex Samkovich responded to an emergency
call where a 19 month old child was choking and unable to breath. He performed back strikes and chest compressions until he dislodged a penny that the child was choking on. These two officers will be awarded the Department’s Life Saving Award.
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Wyoming Elections, 1912 Style By Jeff Morrison
For all those who yearn for a simpler time when national and state politics was a kinder, gentler exercise in civil discourse among idealistic statesmen, culminating in a well-run election process in which a clear winner emerged victorious… One hundred years ago our country faced many of the same key political issues that challenge us today. Income tax reform, decreasing the political influence of big-business, political scandals, and controversial proposed changes to the election process were the same hot-button topics in 1912 that they are now. The political parties themselves, however, differed greatly from their 21st century counterparts. Many of the philosophies and positions held by the Democrats and Republicans on a given issue in 1912 would bear little resemblance to those of today’s parties. The political landscape of Wyoming was also vastly different back then. Today, Wyoming is thought of as one of the most solid “Red” states in the Union, but one hundred years ago, it was almost evenly split between Republicans and Democrats. But the 1912 Wyoming version of those parties had little to do with conservatism vs. liberalism. Wyoming was still recovering from the effects of a three-decade feud between the Wyoming Stock Growers Association and anyone else who the organization viewed as a threat to its way of doing things – i.e. small ranchers, sheepherders, farmers, and most newspaper publishers. The overwhelming majority of WSGA members were Republicans, and had heavily shaped and influenced the government of Wyoming long before statehood. Northeast Wyoming had been a thorn in the WSGA’s side since the early 1880s, and the Johnson County Invasion of
1892 turned most fence-sitters into Democrats, if for no other reason than to stand against the Cattle Barons and their cronies in the government. By 1912, the conflict had shifted from a shooting war to a political duel. Woodrow Wilson won the two-thirds majority needed to secure the nomination for President of the United States on the 64th ballot cast at the Democrat National Convention. He had been a distinct underdog in his own party, and his prospects against a Republican nominee looked grim. But republican President William Howard Taft had succeeded in alienating several key members of the GOP during his presidency, most notably former President Theodore Roosevelt, who decided to run against him for the Republican nomination. Taft won the nomination in a narrow victory. Roosevelt, unable to accept defeat, split from the Republican Party to form the Progressive Party (more commonly known as the “Bull Moose Party”) and took over half the Republicans with him. Among those who defected to Roosevelt’s new party was Wyoming Governor Joseph M. Carey. For Wyoming Democrats, the formation of the Bull Moose Party was an absolute God-send. Although several important state, local, and national offices were up for grabs in Wyoming, the most hotly contested race was between two candidates whose names did not even appear on the 1912 election ballot. State Senator John B. Kendrick, of Sheridan, Wyoming was hoping to unseat incumbent U. S. Senator Francis E. Warren. But it would be the State Legislature, not the people, who would ultimately decide. Direct voting for United States Senate seats did not become the law until the ratifica-
tion of the 17th Amendment in 1913, and though most states chose to put their candidates on the ballet in the 1912 election, Wyoming did not. John Kendrick, born in 1857, was a Texas drover who came to Wyoming in the late 1870s and stayed on, working for big cattle outfits until he eventually saved enough money for his own small ranch. While most big outfits were financially ruined by the winter of 1886/87, Kendrick seized to opportunity to buy out failing operations and added them to his fledgling cattle empire. Eventually he owned several ranches throughout northeast Wyoming, and turned his attention to politics in 1910. Francis E. Warren was born in 1844, and was a decorated Civil War veteran. He moved to the Cheyenne area in 1868 and made his fortune in livestock, real-estate, and a mercantile. He entered politics in 1873 as a member of the Territorial Senate. He was appointed Governor of the Territory of Wyoming in 1885, and again in 1889. He was elected to be the first Governor of Wyoming in 1890. In the fall of 1890, Warren was elected to the U. S. Senate and served until 1893. He was again elected to the Senate in
1895. He had served Wyoming and the Republican Party long and faithfully, but not without making a few political enemies along the way. The contest between Kendrick and Warren was fought in the local newspapers throughout the state. “Fair and Balanced” was not a concept that applied to the early 20th century news media, nor was there any code of “unbiased journalism”. A newspaper was either openly democratic or openly republican, and its affiliation was evident in the reporting. Newspapers and politicians alike knew that in order for Kendrick to be elected, the voters would have to unseat several republican State Legislators so that the votes tipped in Kendrick’s favor. In essence, the state legislative races had nothing to do with the individual candidates, or what they planned to do for the state. It was about who they would vote for. Democrat papers called for Warren to “come clean” about accusations of scamming the government payroll that had been first published nationally in Colliers. The magazine reported that Senator Warren had claimed several family members had been working for him in Washington, allowing the Senator to draw their pay, when in fact, said family members had never left Cheyenne. The insinuation that Senator Warren had amassed a vast fortune while making $8,000 per year hinted at felonious misdeeds. The republican papers jumped to Senator Warren’s
defense. They accused both Kendrick and former-Republican-turned-Progressive Governor Carey of working in tandem to smear the Senator’s reputation, while launching a smear campaign of their own against Kendrick. But this tactic proved so ineffective that democrat papers confidently reported that Senator Warren was sure to be removed from office. Nationally, the split between Roosevelt and Taft provided Wilson with a landslide victory. Wilson received 41% of the popular vote to Roosevelt’s 27% and Taft’s 23%. In Wyoming the election was much closer, although the results were not official for several days. When the votes were tallied in Wyoming, Wilson had eked out a narrow victory over Taft. Closer yet was the race to determine the U. S. Senate seat. Wide-spread victories for Democrat candidates across the state prompted predictions of a Kendrick win. But when the results were completely tallied, Senator Francis E. Warren held on to his Senate seat. In spite of his narrow victory and the accusations of scandal, Francis E. Warren continued to serve as U. S. Senator of Wyoming until his death in 1929. In 1916, John B. Kendrick was also elected to the United States Senate, after a brief stint as Governor of Wyoming. He served side by side with Senator Warren and died in office in 1933.
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