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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1918
Page
2
An old advertisement touts mixing two lemons with Orchard White to remove freckles sunburn and tan at low cost. It claims quick, harmless whitening of skin and suggests grocers and drug stores carry the product for a few cents. The copy urges women to use the lotion on hands and face to achieve clearer skin.
A short reflection notes that listening to a story makes words more memorable than silent reading. It suggests that hearing a tale aloud guides pronunciation and clarifies puzzling terms for young listeners.
Haarlem Oi, a long established Holland remedy, claims to relieve kidney and bladder problems with its Haarlem Dil capsules. The ad touts age as proof of merit, notes backache and urinary symptoms, and urges readers to buy the imported product from drug stores, warning to seek genuine Haarlem product.
Jimmy Wilde, world featherweight champion, recounts a World War II tale where an army chaplain blocks a stuck baggage wagon. A driver laments not wanting to distract heroes, prompting the chaplain to offer scarce help while the unit advances.
A family in a small town discusses the arrival of a silversided walking stick found at home. The younger sister pressingly asks about its origin, while the elder reveals a private tale that involves bathing and a shy admission. The incident becomes a pointed family moment.
The readable text presents a jumble of names and phrases with no clear event or context. It mentions people possibly tied to a situation, but the fragmentary nature leaves the central action, place, or date uncertain and unavailable for precise reporting.
A condensed weekly briefing notes wage increases about 10 percent for eastern Washington Oregon and Idaho workers across leather and logging sectors. It covers political moves by Anne Martin in Nevada and Oregon land settlement talks in Portland, plus war developments including Finland flag adoption, American corps efficiency, and Allied advances in Europe and Asia.
Washington plans extend draft ages from 18 to 45 to mobilize seven million potential soldiers. Officials forecast two million aged 18 to 20, with about three million already in the country fit for service, and a reserve force larger than any prior U.S. army. One department estimate suggests up to sixteen million could register if extensions pass.
Washington experts debate whether German forces can hold the Aisne heights or retreat toward Chemin-des Dames as Franco American drives threaten the north bank. Dispatches and military students weigh the potential battle situation and the impact on German morale after the week’s hard hitting Allied divisions.
The Gazette de Lormaine cites comments claiming Hindenburg aimed to let American forces suffer a decisive defeat on the French front before exposing U S troops to a submarine barrage in the Atlantic. The theory suggests strategic delays would cripple Allied communications and cut off the American army from France.
A government agreement with the Harvester party leads to a federal court decree placing the Harvester Least under specified terms. The ruling directs actions to be implemented promptly, with Mandarin and related components to be integrated into the mandated protocol.
In Bentie Canada Colonel Ernest J. Chambers estimates a foreign requisition cost near three million per person while Canada reports sending 480000 troops in one week. The figure reflects wartime censorship and recruitment pressures as authorities project military contributions ahead of broader mobilization.
General John Pershing received honors from France for his leadership of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I. The French government cited his strategic vision and services in coordinating Allied efforts on the Western Front. Officials from Paris praised his role in sustaining allied victory and strengthening Franco American cooperation.
The article discusses the call to widen the draft pool from ages 18 to 46 and notes opposition concerns. Secretary Maher and General Veith are involved in the policy discussion, weighing improved manpower against broader conscription.
A Saturday demonstration challenged Mayor Voorn and a local candidate. Protesters gathered outside City Hall to oppose the administration and call for reforms, signaling tensions ahead of the election.
A reflective saying notes that wisdom lies in preparation and self discipline. It urges students to study and get ready for opportunity, framing effort as the path toward future breakthroughs for boys and girls facing challenges.
The lute, one of the oldest instruments with a bright vibrant tone akin to the harp, faded from use due to its size and complexity. While its long neck and many strings boosted range and volume, they also increased weight and difficulty, leading modern minstrels to favor the guitar banjo or gondolin instead.
Historical note states barley began as wild grain in western regions and evolved into a staple food for humans. Ancient evidence includes three barley varieties found in Stone Age lake dwellings in Switzerland, underscoring barley's long cultivation history.
A Philadelphia Lodger item recalls a social moment where a woman struggles to recall a guest’s name at the Hurgcher concert. The exchange reveals how introductions and mistaken identities blur as Horace Greenwood and George Burnham joke about misheard names and friendly looks. The vignette captures social memory and the charm of imperfect recall.
A historical note discusses vegetarianism and diet patterns, estimating a world population around one billion. It classifies groups from strict vegetarians to daily meat eaters, with figures indicating portions of the population and varying dietary practices across regions.
A historical account of early U.S. payments to Algiers, including a million dollar tribute and promises, debates under Adams and Washington, and Jefferson's response. It describes Hambridge's mission, the dey’s rebukes, and Commodore Dale’s naval show of force, leading to Tripoli's later declarations in 1801.
Astronomers estimate that there may be at least a trillion entities in the wolverse with many giants beginning long before the earliest human dawn. The text suggests humans have not yet learned to perceive these distant beings.
A record run is noted as the swift dog completes a second of pace that impresses observers. The event highlights a remarkable speed display, drawing attention to exceptional athletic performance and setting a high standard for future efforts.
A fragmentary OCR passage notes Apt Gomparisan and Old Hognah noxtons with a testy wit dating back to the grave digger era. A Market place preacher, identified as HOR LN A T CORAM, proclaims to the congregation with archaic phrasing and a quip about a good looking girl. The strange dialogue hints at social satire and domestic observations.
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