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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1916
Page
3
An older, fragmentary column argues that average pulse readings mislead on law respect. It notes individuals overestimate heart rate when excited by talk, and explains the difficulty of crafting majestic laws. The piece laments that few statutes remain properly majestic, yielding public contempt of court.
Snow and isolation in Elk Pinedale Wyoming on January 14 leave about 400 elk in the Newfolk district endangered by hunger. The state game department works to feed them until spring while no immediate losses are reported. Meanwhile the Jackson Hole Residents fundraising effort from January 1 remains with surplus after expenses, moved to the Jackson Hole Charitable Organization to cover unpaid assessments for charitable use.
Last Monday evening a lively meeting of the Jackson's Hotel Commercial Club was held in the Men’s Club room of St John’s House to draft the constitution. Members agreed to push urban advertising and recruit new citizens, with meetings set for the second Monday each month at 8 0 clock in St John’s House. The next gathering is February 1.
Mr and Mrs Lee Lucas mourn the loss of their infant daughter born last Friday who died Tuesday afternoon. The short life was a sorrow to friends and relatives. Interment took place Thursday at Jackson cemetery.
The article surveys eminent minds like Crookes and William James who entertained spirits and possible self consciousness of the dead. It cites sightings of ghost boats on the Thames, chased by river police, and famous narratives such as the mysterious Goat Island vessel, ending in explosions and splinters with no remains.
The Pure Food Club met last Friday afternoon with Mrs. C. B. Van Vieck and was entertained pleasantly. They discussed a future program but did not finalize plans. Mrs. Van Vieck served a unique luncheon. The club will meet again Friday February 4 at Mrs. Harry Wagner’s home.
A Porto Rican graduate cadet at West Point faces questions about eligibility for a US Army commission. Courts and precedents show citizenship is not required for commission historically, with foreigners holding commissions since the Revolutionary War. Esteves entered the academy under the same law as other cadets, differing from special act provisions for Philippinos.
A Newark News report recounts how anger first steered Thomas A Ellivon toward investing in the incandescent light. A friend describes Edison as a poor but feverish inventor in early days. He lived in a small house with science devices in every room and funds spent on experiments. One day a gas company collector visited the house, Edison dismissed him, saying Dont bother me.
A fragmentary dialogue shows Tahal Hever urging a partner to marry, while she laments the timing and asserts that marrying now would burden him further. The mood is sorrowful as the man replies with quiet resignation about family and commitment in a strained exchange.
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